The litigation regarding the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Annexation of the Dow Street Substation is coming to an end. The BPU Board approved a settlement agreement at its monthly meeting Monday that will now go to the town of Ellicott, … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Jamestown Man Arrested In Infant’s Death
A Jamestown man has been arrested in the death of an infant. Jamestown Police say they were made aware about a suspicious death of a child that happened on April 13 on Maple Street in the City. Following an investigation, police arrested 25-year … [Read more...]
NYS To Receive Nearly $250 Million To Help Families Get Access to Solar Power
New York State will receive nearly $250 million to help families get access to solar power. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said the $249.8 million in federal funding for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority will … [Read more...]
Jamestown Tarp Skunks Announce 2024 Season
The Jamestown Tarp Skunks have announced their 2024 season. The first home game for the Tarp Skunks will take place against the Batavia Muckdogs at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 30 at Russell E. Diethrick Stadium. A free tailgate festival will take … [Read more...]
NYS Legislature Passes 2024-25 State Budget
The New York State Legislature passed a $237 billion dollar budget Saturday, two weeks after the 2024-25 budget was due. Governor Kathy Hochul issued a statement saying, "This budget agreement represents the most significant improvement in housing … [Read more...]
City Council To Review Resolutions To Apply For, Accept Grants
Jamestown City Council will review a resolution requesting additional ARPA funds for the city's accounting software. According to the staff report, an additional $73,316 in American Rescue Plan funds are being requested for Springbrook … [Read more...]
Fire Destroys Vacant Home in Jamestown
A fire destroyed a home on Forest Avenue in the City of Jamestown on Saturday. The house, located at 131 Forest Avenue, next to Pilgrim United Church of Christ was owned by Jack Smith. The Jamestown Post-Journal reports the house was vacant. … [Read more...]
Waiting Room ‘Wellness Trails’ Installed at TCC Locations
New "Wellness Trails" have been installed in waiting rooms for The Chautauqua Center. SNAP-Ed NY, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua have announced a partnership with The Waterfront Foundation’s Waterfront Health … [Read more...]
NYS Health Department Warning Residents About Hepatitis A Case in Yates County
The State Health Department is warning residents about a confirmed case of Hepatitis A in Yates County. Due to increased travel over spring break, the department wants residents to be informed and take action to protection their health by … [Read more...]
Michelle Trussalo Appointed Ring Elementary Principal
The Jamestown School Board has approved the appointment of Michelle Trussalo as Principal of Ring Elementary School. Trussalo, the current assistant principal at Fletcher Elementary School, will begin her appointment on July 1, 2024. A 2008 … [Read more...]
