Chautauqua Institution will open its 150th season Saturday with a performance by Country music artist Martina McBride. McBride is a multiple Grammy nominee, selling over 23 million albums. Her career skyrocketed with the release of her second … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Jamestown BPU Announces Two Promotions
Jamestown Board of Public Utilities General Manager David Leathers has announced the promotion of Kris Sellstrom and Alexander Pickett to leadership positions within the utility. Kris Sellstrom, a Professional Engineer (PE), has been promoted to … [Read more...]
Rep. Langworthy In Support of $5.29 Million Request For Chadakoin River Work
Congressman Nick Langworthy visited Jamestown Wednesday in support of a federal request to protect the Chadakoin River. The City of Jamestown has applied for $5.29 million for the Chadakoin River Stormwater Channel Maintenance … [Read more...]
Lakeview Ave Residents Request More Stringent Policies For Noise Ordinance Violations
Residents of Lakeview Avenue are asking the city to create more stringent policies for noise ordinance violations. Several residents spoke at Jamestown City Council's work session Monday night saying the noise issues on the street have become a … [Read more...]
USDA Issues Disaster Declaration for Grape Growers Affected By Freeze
The USDA has declared a disaster, bringing relief for grape growers in the Lake Erie Grape Belt. Congressman Nick Langworthy announced the relief is for farmers who experienced major crop losses as a result of an unexpected freeze on April 25, … [Read more...]
JHS Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Salutatorian Announced
Jamestown High School has announced Carsen Bane and Ella Storms as valedictorian and salutatorian of the Class of 2024. Carsen Bane, Valedictorian, is the son of David and Heidi Bane. During his time at JHS, he has been a member of the varsity … [Read more...]
Former JPS Educator Barbi Price To Deliver JHS Graduation Keynote Address
Former Jamestown Public Schools educator Barbi Price will deliver the keynote address at Jamestown High School’s 2024 Commencement. Commencement takes place at 7:00 p.m. tonight at the Chautauqua Institution Amphitheater. Price retired from … [Read more...]
Extreme Heat Leads To Cooling Centers Opening In Chautauqua County
A prolonged period of heat and humidity is underway this week in New York State, including Chautauqua County. A combination of high temperatures in the 90s and high humidity will lead to heat index values or “feel-like” temperatures in the upper … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Charged With Murdering Child
A Jamestown man has been charged with murder in the death of an 8-month old child in Jamestown. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt announced that 26-year old Sean Thomas was arraigned Monday on an eight count indictment charging him … [Read more...]
Wicked Warren’s To Open July 13 in Downtown Jamestown
Wicked Warren's will open in downtown Jamestown on July 13. The brewpub will be located in the former Jamestown Brewing building at the corner of West Third and Washington Streets. Wicked Warren's brewing operation will be overseen by Head … [Read more...]
