The Jamestown City Council Finance Committee Chair and Republican candidate for Mayor is expressing little surprise over the proposed 2024 city budget. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist presented a $40.15 million spending plan that includes no tax … [Read more...]
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The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
SUNY Schools Waiving Application Fees For High School Seniors in October
SUNY schools are offering free applications for high school seniors during the month of October. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the fees are being waived as part of New York State College Application Month. Hochul said in a statement, … [Read more...]
Health Department Advises People To Take Precautions Against Ticks While Outdoors
The Chautauqua County Health Department is advising residents to take precautions to protect themselves from ticks while enjoying the outdoors this Fall. County Director of Environmental Health Jessica Wuerstle said, "Not all ticks can cause … [Read more...]
Proposed 2024 Jamestown Budget Includes No Tax Increase, 1.29% Increase in Tax Levy
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist's proposed 2024 city budget includes no tax increase, two new Parks jobs, and a 1.29% increase in the tax levy. The $40.15 million spending plan increases appropriations by $1.68 million. Sundquist said property tax … [Read more...]
National Fuel Residents Should Get a Break On Heating Costs for 2023-24 Winter Heating Season
Natural gas prices in Western New York are predicted to decrease by 30% for the 2023-24 winter heating season. National Fuel released its forecast saying, natural gas customers should expect some relief in store from last year’s elevated energy … [Read more...]
26th Annual Walk Against Domestic Violence, 21st Annual Unity Day Held
Community members gathered for the 26th Annual Walk Against Domestic Violence and the 21st Annual Unity Day event on Friday. Participants walked from the Northwest Arena down Third Street to City Hall where a ceremony was held. Project … [Read more...]
County Fire Investigation Team Offering Free Smoke Detectors To Residents
The Chautauqua County Fire Investigation Team is offering free smoke detectors to Chautauqua County residents. The program is being funded with American Rescue Plan monies and with the detectors being given out in recognition of Fire Prevention … [Read more...]
New Neighbors Coalition Gives Update On Assistance to Refugees
The New Neighbors Coalition has assisted 23 families consisting of 89 individuals since the group's inception. The Coalition said in a newsletter that families who have come to Jamestown are from Colombia, Democratic Republic of Congo, Syria, and … [Read more...]
NYS ‘Move Over’ Law Expanded To Include Disabled Vehicles
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that expands the state's "move over" law to include disabled vehicles on the side of the road. The law "requires an operator of a motor vehicle to exercise due care to avoid colliding with a vehicle … [Read more...]
City Holding Bulk Trash, Electronics Recycling Day Saturday, Oct. 7
The Jamestown Mayor’s Office, Development and Parks Departments are holding a Bulk Trash and Electronics Recycling Amnesty Day this Saturday. Residents may bring bulk trash and old electronics for recycling to Hughes Avenue in Allen Park between … [Read more...]
