A new state law requires all auto insurance policies in New York to include supplemental spousal liability coverage as of August 1, 2023. The additional insurance provides coverage for a person who is injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Cherry Creek Receiving Financing For Water Pollution Control Facility Improvements
The town of Cherry Creek is receiving $1.5 million in financing for improvements to the town's water pollution control facility. The assistance is part of $185 million in direct financial assistance for water infrastructure improvement projects … [Read more...]
Community Support Resource Fair To Be Held at Crystal Ballroom on August 29
The Jamestown Housing Authority and Goodwill of Western New York are holding a Community Support Resource Fair on August 29. The event will take place from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at the Crystal Ballroom at the Hotel Jamestown. The event is free and is … [Read more...]
Rex & Micki McCray to Co-Chair United Way Campaign
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has selected Rex and Micki McCray to co-chair the 2023 Fundraising Campaign. United Way Executive Director Amy Rohler said she hopes that with Rex and Micki’s efforts, the United Way will reach its 2023 … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Calls On President Biden To Direct Federal Government To Help With Assisting Asylum Seekers
Governor Kathy Hochul is calling on President Joe Biden to direct the federal government to provide work authorizations, support, and shelter for 100,000 asylum seekers in New York State. Hochul, speaking at a press conference, commended the … [Read more...]
County Legislature Requests Governor Hochul Veto Bill Moving Elections To Even-Numbered Years
Chautauqua County legislators are asking Governor Kathy Hochul to veto a bill that would move some elections to even numbered years. The State Legislature passed the bill, saying the move was made to increase voter participation. Elected … [Read more...]
CCIDA Working On New Policies To Comply With Findings Of State Authorities Budget Office Report
The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency is working on new policies following a report on the agency by the State Authorities Budget Office. IDA CEO Mark Geise said the ABO found a number of policies that needed to be amended or put … [Read more...]
Jamestown Regional Celtic Festival & Gathering of the Clans Takes Place Aug 25-26
The Jamestown Regional Celtic Festival & Gathering of the Clans takes place today and tomorrow in Mayville. The event at Lakeside Park will feature nine pipe bands, six Celtic bands, and the gathering of 24 clans. There also will be Celtic … [Read more...]
Audubon Community Nature Center’s Monarch Butterfly Festival Set for Saturday, August 26
The Audubon Community Nature Center’s Monarch Butterfly Festival will take place this Saturday, August 26. Attendees at the event from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. are encouraged to wear brightly colored clothes to attract Monarchs in the indoor … [Read more...]
Falconer Residents Requesting Action from County, Start Neighborhood Watch Group Over Transitional Housing Issues
Falconer residents are requesting action by the county again in regards to the use of the Budget Inn for transitional housing by Department of Social Services. Mayor Jim Jaroszynski said he's not heard from county officials since last appearing … [Read more...]
