Gun violence is down 28% for the first part of 2024 in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the data that was reported by police departments participating in the state’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination initiative. The 28% decline … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Jamestown City Council To Review Resolution to Hire Firefighters, Six Special Event Requests
Jamestown City Council will review a resolution at their work session tonight to hire four new firefighters. The four new recruits would replace two firefighters who have resigned and two others who retired. Council also will review a contract … [Read more...]
Times Union: State Legislature Passes New Rules For Short Term Rentals
The Albany Times Union reports the State Legislature has passed new rules for people who rent our their homes through short-term rental services like Airbnb. The measure would require property owners who host those units and the services that … [Read more...]
Puddles Pity Party, Squirrel Nut Zippers, Young Dubliners Set For Reg Lenna’s 2024-25 Season
Tickets for the Reg Lenna Center for The Arts' 2024-25 season go on sale today. The season starts October 11 with Greg and Dana Newkirk's Haunted Objects Live. Featured on the Travel Channel and Amazon Prime, the couple brings an interactive … [Read more...]
Early Voting For Conservative Primary For Family Court Judge Starts June 15
Registered Conservatives can start early voting in the June Primary this Saturday. The only primary on the June 25 Primary ballot in Chautauqua County is County Family Court Judge. Both Republican Peter R. Johnson and Republican Sally … [Read more...]
NYS Unveils App That Allows New Yorkers To Have Digital ID On Their Phones
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles has unveiled an app that will allow New Yorkers to keep a digital copy of their physical ID on their phone. The Mobile ID is a voluntary product designed for the convenience and security of New … [Read more...]
CARES Community Connection Event Set for June 17 in Jamestown
A CARES Community Connection Event will take place June 17 in Jamestown. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and Chautauqua CARES Program are sponsoring the event that will run from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at the James Prendergast … [Read more...]
40th Annual Yassou Greek Fest Takes Place June 14-15
The 40th Annual Yassou Festival takes place this Friday, June 14 and Saturday, June 15 in Jamestown. The annual festival at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church celebrates Greek culture by featuring live Bouzouki music and dancing as well as … [Read more...]
Black Bass Season Begins June 15
Black bass season begins Saturday in New York State. State Department of Environmental Conservation Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced that open (harvest) season for largemouth and smallmouth bass, collectively known as black bass, begins … [Read more...]
‘Love Our New York Lands’ Photo Contest Underway in NYS
The 2024 "Love Our New York Lands" photo contest is underway in New York State. The online contest will feature five monthly themes through mid-October, with the winning images receiving prizes and featured in statewide digital and print campaigns … [Read more...]
