Jamestown City Council members are looking at using remaining American Rescue Plan funds to reduce a proposed capital improvement bond. Council reviewed a proposal to bond for $6.9 million for improvements to City facilities. The projects … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
NYS Thruway Tolls Increasing in 2024, 2027
Tolls on the New York State Thruway are going up 5% for EZ Pass users in 2024, with a second toll hike set for 2027. The New York State Thruway Authority Board of Directors voted Tuesday to raise tolls for the first time in 14 years. The 5% … [Read more...]
New York’s Wage Transparency Law Goes Into Effect
Employers in New York State now have to be more open when it comes to advertising open jobs, in terms of just what those positions will pay. A new statewide pay transparency law took effect on Sunday. It was signed by Governor Kathy Hochul late … [Read more...]
Audubon Community Nature Center Added To NYS Birding Trail
The Audubon Community Nature Center has been added as a location on New York State's Birding Trail. The Audubon is one of 12 new locations being added to the trail which brings the total number of birding trail locations across the state to … [Read more...]
Cassadaga Telephone, DFT Given Permission To Stop Printing, Delivering Phone Books
The New York State Public Service Commission has granted Cassadaga Telephone Corporation, and Dunkirk and Fredonia Telephone Company (DFT Communications) permission to stop printing and delivering phone books to all of its customers. The two … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council to Review $6.9 Million Bond For Capital Improvements
Jamestown City Council will review a proposal to bond for $6.9 million for capital improvements to City facilities. According to a staff report, the projects include Municipal Building Roof & Façade; security enhancements, window replacements, … [Read more...]
Frewsburg Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges
A Frewsburg man has been arrested on child pornography charges. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced that 57-year old Jeffrey Paden has been charged with the receipt and possession of child pornography, which carry a mandatory minimum penalty of 15 … [Read more...]
Jamestown Woman Indicted on Mail Fraud Charges
A Federal Grand Jury has indicted a Jamestown woman on mail theft charges. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced 40-year old Anita Miller is facing an eight-count indictment for theft of mail by a postal employee and two counts of delay of mail by a … [Read more...]
Board of Elections Looking for Poll Workers For Election Day
The Chautauqua County Board of Elections is need of poll workers for the upcoming November 7, 2023 General Election. Board of Elections Commissioners Luz Torres and Brian Abram said that poll workers "play a critical role in our democracy and … [Read more...]
Fines For Telemarketers Who Violate ‘Do Not Call’ Registry Nearly Double
Telemarketers who violate the Do Not Call registry can expect their fines in New York to nearby double as a result of legislation signed into law last Wednesday. The move amends New York's general business law to raise the maximum fine for … [Read more...]
