The village of Cassadaga has received a state grant to create a tree inventory and management plan. The $15,010 grant comes from the State’s Environmental Protection Fund. Projects that receive funding are evaluated on cost effectiveness, … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Applications Being Accepted For County Lakes and Waterways Grant Program, Including New ‘In Lake’ Program
Applications are now being accepted for the Chautauqua County Lakes and Waterways grant program, including a new "In Lake" program. The programs provide funding for projects involving lakes and waterways within the county and are funded through … [Read more...]
Hadi Matar Trial Postponed
The trial for the man accused of stabbing author Salman Rushdie at Chautauqua Institution has been postponed. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt said County Court Judge Dave Foley made the decision to postpone the trial for 26-year … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Proposes Eliminating Insulin Co-Pays
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a proposal to eliminate co-pays on insulin. Hochul, unveiling proposals ahead of her 2024 State of the State address on January 9, said the proposed legislation would ban the copays, " This will be the most … [Read more...]
Consumers Reminded To Review Return, Refund Policies When Making Holiday Returns
As the holidays end, consumers are reminded to review return and refund policies. The New York State Department Division of Consumer Protection said this year’s holiday weekend from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, set record levels for … [Read more...]
70 Pets Adopted As Part of Humane Society’s Season of Hope
70 pets were adopted as part of Chautauqua County Humane Society's sixth annual Season of Hope. CCHS Fundraising and Communication Director Brian Papalia said the campaign ran from November 24 to December 23, "Last year, in that same timeframe, we … [Read more...]
Youth Team Sports Program Grant Application Period Now Open
Grant applications are now being accepted through Chautauqua County government for youth team sport programs. The grant was created in the 2024 state budget and appropriates funds to support the operations of youth team sports programs for … [Read more...]
New County Legislators Sworn In, Jamestown Legislator Wilfong Named Majority Leader
Five new members and 14 returning members were swore into the Chautauqua County Legislature at its reorganizational meeting Tuesday. The City of Jamestown has two new representatives with Republican Phil Landy being sworn in to represent District … [Read more...]
City of Jamestown Taxpayers Will See County Tax Increase Due to Equalization Rate Drop
City of Jamestown property tax payers will see county taxes increase this year. County Executive PJ Wendel said the $0.89 tax reduction passed in the county's 2024 budget only applies to municipalities that are at 100% evaluation, "Is that my … [Read more...]
Over $2.6 Million In Housing Money Coming to Chautauqua County
Over $2.6 million in housing money is coming to Chautauqua County. The funding is part of more than $46 million in grant awards to support affordable homeownership across the state. The grants will help low- and moderate-income families make … [Read more...]
