The application process for Jamestown Renaissance Corporation’s Building and Business Improvement Program(BBIP) grant program is now open. Grants awarded will range from $500 to $25,000 per building or business. The applicant will be required to … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Thousands Lose Power in North County Due to High Winds
High winds caused thousands to lose power and caused damage in the northern part of Chautauqua County Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Buffalo said a 74 mph gust was reported at Dunkirk at 11:25 a.m. New York State Police reported high … [Read more...]
Jamestown High School’s New Nickname Is ‘Red & Green’
Jamestown High School's new nickname will be “Red & Green” following a recommendation from the school’s Nickname Committee. The Jamestown School Board voted 5 to 1 on Tuesday to adopt the new nickname. Board member Frank Galeazzo was the … [Read more...]
Governor Kathy Hochul Delivers State of the State Address
Governor Kathy Hochul focused on finance, crime, and education polices in her State of the State address on Tuesday. She said while the state is safer, affordable, and more livable there is more work to be done. Hochul has spent the last week … [Read more...]
Shared Grant Writer Brings Over $33.9 Million In Two Years to City of Jamestown, JCC
The City of Jamestown and Jamestown Community College's shared grant writer has brought big dividends to both organizations. Grant writer Paula Pichon is now in her third year in the position under the contract. In 2022, the city and college … [Read more...]
Linnea Haskin To Coordinate NY Food For NY Families Program In Chautauqua County
Former Jamestown Public Market Director Linnea Haskin has joined Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s Nutrition Program. Haskin will be employed as a Food Resource Educator for the Grow Chautauqua Food System Program. The … [Read more...]
High Winds Could Cause Power Outages, Damage Trees
High winds could cause power outages and tree damage here in Chautauqua County over the next day. The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a High Wind Warning for Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and southern Erie Counties. Gusts upward of 50 … [Read more...]
Councilmembers Voice Concern Over Bike Lane That Would Eliminate Parking On One Side of East 2nd St.
Jamestown City Council members voice concerns about a proposal to eliminate parking on one side of East Second Street in order to add bike lanes. Under the proposal, the city would request the state install a dedicated bike lane on the eastbound … [Read more...]
Protect Your Wallet When Signing Up For Gym Memberships
Those signing up for gym memberships as part of New Year's resolutions are being offered tips to protect their wallet. The New York State Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection said people should be aware of gym fees that can become … [Read more...]
Michael Burham Sentenced For Kidnapping, Escape From Warren County Jail
Michael Burham has been sentenced to decades in prison after pleading guilty to kidnapping a Pennsylvania couple and escaping from the Warren County Jail. The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General announced that Burham was sentenced to 3 1/2 … [Read more...]
