Jamestown Business College has announced its plans to close. In an online statement, JBC said the decision was made based on "the college's size and the expanding government regulations." The college has been in operation since 1886. The … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
BOCES To Receive Over $1 Million From NYS To Address Pandemic Learning Loss, Provide Mental Health Support
The BOCES program in Chautauqua County will receive over $1 million in state funding to address pandemic learning loss and provide students with mental health support. The funding will expand student access to evidence-based interventions to … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Receiving Over $372,000 In Homelessness Assistance Funds
Chautauqua County, including the cities of Jamestown and Dunkirk, will receive $372,015 from HUD in Homelessness Assistance funds. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced nearly $3.16 billion in Continuum of Care Program … [Read more...]
Ashville Man Charged With Multiple Criminal Sex Acts Against A Child
An Ashville man has been charged with multiple criminal sex acts against a child. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt announced the unsealing of a nine count indictment handed up by the Chautauqua County Grand Jury charging Jacob … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Is Preparing For April Solar Eclipse
New York counties in the path of totality for April's solar eclipse are preparing for the event. In Chautauqua County, the Office of Emergency Services, and partners, have launched a comprehensive public awareness campaign. During the afternoon … [Read more...]
Girl Scout Cookie Time Has Returned to WNY
It's Girl Scout Cookie time in Western New York. The Girl Scouts of Western New has announced the kickoff of the 2024 cookie season with all varieties priced at $6 per package. 100% of all proceeds stay local within GSWNY. The Girl Scouts will … [Read more...]
UCAN Mission Closed Following Asbestos Discovery
The UCAN Mission is in turmoil after the discovery of asbestos shut down the facility and its Executive Director resigned. A post by UCAN Mission Board Chair Sharon Hamilton on the agency's Facebook page stated that asbestos was found on the … [Read more...]
Doors Open Jamestown To Take Place Saturday, Feb. 3
The 20th year of Doors Open Jamestown will take place this Saturday, February 3. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, people can visit eighteen local museums and attractions for free during what would otherwise be a slow time of … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Nominates Steven G. James as NYS Police Superintendent
Governor Kathy Hochul has nominated Steven G. James to serve as the Superintendent of the New York State Police. Acting Superintendent James will lead the New York State Police in an acting role as he awaits confirmation by the Senate. James … [Read more...]
Audubon Looking For Sponsors For 2024 Season
The Audubon Community Nature Center is looking for sponsors for its 2024 season of events. This year's events include: - Audubon Lights – March 22-April 6 - Dragons and Fairies Festival – June 15 - Wild 5K – July 27 - Monarch Butterfly … [Read more...]
