A man died in a rollover crash in Panama late Monday night. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said deputies responded to Goshen Road just after 11:30 p.m. last night for a reported motor vehicle rollover with a person pinned under the … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
E-Scooters Now Available To Rent in Jamestown
E-scooters will be available to rent starting today in Jamestown. Bird, the company contracted to provide e-bikes and e-scooters in the city, announced it's launching the transportation option today that can be activated through Bird’s free mobile … [Read more...]
Employer Contributions to NYS Retirement System Increasing in 2025
New York taxpayers will be hit with a higher bill for state and local employee pensions starting in 2025. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli announced employer's average contribution rates for the New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS) … [Read more...]
September 5 is the First Day of School for Jamestown Public Schools Students
Today is the first day of school in the Jamestown Public Schools District. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said motorists should watch out for kids and be ready to stop for buses, "Across the summer, if you happened to see a bus, maybe it was … [Read more...]
NYS Cigarette Tax Highest In the Nation Following $1 Hike on September 1
Following a $1 hike that started on September 1, New York State's cigarette tax is now the highest in the nation. The $1 hike is the first cigarette tax increase since 2010 and changes the tax from $4.35 to $5.35 per pack of 20 cigarettes. … [Read more...]
Rep. Langworthy Meets With Chautauqua Lake Stakeholders to Discuss Lake Efforts
Chautauqua Lake organizations, local foundations, and other stakeholders met with Congressman Nick Langworthy Wednesday to discuss efforts around the lake. Chautauqua Lake is classified by the New York State Department of Environmental … [Read more...]
42nd Annual Labor Day Fest Set for Sunday, Sept. 4 at Bergman Park
The 42 Annual Labor Day Fest will take place at Bergman Park this Sunday, September 3. Collaborative Children's Solutions is once again organizing the event that will feature food, music, and fireworks. Owner Pat Smeraldo said the festival is … [Read more...]
County Chamber of Commerce Holds Open House For Refurbished Building in Downtown Jamestown
The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce held a grand opening and open house on Thursday for its recently refurbished building in downtown Jamestown. The building at 300 North Main Street and Third Street serves as the offices for the County … [Read more...]
JHS Teacher, English Class Recognized by NYS School Board Association
A Jamestown High School English teacher has been recognized by the New York State School Boards Association. Lora Pirrello and her 2022-23 Advanced Placement English Literature class were recognized through the Association's "Champions of … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Garbage, Recycling Schedule Altered Due to Labor Day Holiday
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities garbage and recycling schedule will be altered due to the Labor Day Holiday. The BPU will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. Monday’s regular garbage and recycling collection … [Read more...]
