The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities has launched its 27th annual “Cents for St. Susan’s” campaign. Over the past 26 years, the BPU’s efforts have raised $431,851.13 in support of St. Susan Center. Bright yellow coin canisters have once … [Read more...]
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The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
May 2 Is Stamp Out Hunger Day
This Saturday is Stamp Out Hunger Day. Coordinated each year by the United Way and the National Association of Letter Carriers, Stamp Out Hunger is the largest single-day food drive in the country. Held each year on the second Saturday in May, … [Read more...]
ArtScape Jamestown Holding Art Show Opening May 21
ArtScape Jamestown will hold its Original Art Show Opening Reception May 21. The reception will take place from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, May 21, starting at the Chautauqua Art Gallery and then continuing to Pearl City Clay House. Now in its … [Read more...]
County Board Of Elections Reaching Out To Voters Regarding 2026 Elections
The Chautauqua County Board of Elections will be reaching out to 78,658 voters on Friday, May 8th regarding Elections in 2026. BOE Commissioner Luz Torres said, “This is our annual mailing to voters regarding Election Information, as required by … [Read more...]
County Office For Aging Services Recognizes 2026 Volunteers Of The Year
Chautauqua County’s Office for Aging Services is proudly recognizing Ellen Coffaro and Shirley Vandenburg as its 2026 Volunteers of the Year. The OFA said both honorees exemplify the spirit of volunteerism that strengthens communities and improves … [Read more...]
Reg Lenna Memory Cafe To Feature Journal Making With Deb Eck
The Memory Cafe at the Reg Lenna on May 12 will feature Journal Making with Deb Eck. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn how to make unique journals or sketchbooks using recycled book covers, fun paper inserts, and simple sewing … [Read more...]
County Sheriff’s Office Has New Lead In ‘Ellery Jane Doe’ Case
The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office is investigating new information in regards to the “Ellery Jane Doe” case. The Sheriff’s Office posted on social media that they have received information of a possible sighting of Christopher Wilder in New … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Partnership For Economic Growth Releases 5-Year Economic Development Strategy
The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth has released the Chautauqua County Economic Development Strategy for 2026-2031. The Strategy updates the county’s 2020 Strategic Plan and provides a five-year guide for economic development … [Read more...]
Robert H. Jackson Center Hosting Educational, Community-Focused Events
The Robert H. Jackson Center is hosting a trio of educational and community-focused events this month. This Saturday, May 9 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., the center is inviting grade school educators to bring student teams to its Battle of the Books … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Electric Division Wins Safety Award
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Electric Division has earned the American Public Power Association (APPA) Safety Award of Excellence for safe operating practices in 2025. The utility earned the Diamond Level Award in the utilities … [Read more...]
