FDA advisors have approved making a birth control pill available over the counter. Two U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panels said the benefits outweigh the risks. They agreed that people would use the medication known as Opill safely … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Jamestown City Council to Review Dump Truck Purchase Request, Special Event Permit Requests
Jamestown City Council will meet twice this week with its regular work session taking place tonight. The agenda is rather light in comparison to recent months, even with the continued inclusion of the resolution to lift the hiring freeze to allow … [Read more...]
Prevention Works Receives $300,000 Federal Grant
Prevention Works has received $300,000 in state funds to address substance use issues in Chautauqua County. The award is part of more than $2.9 million for ten providers across the State to fund prevention services for high-need populations in … [Read more...]
Wegmans Recognized for Fundraising Campaign for United Way
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County is recognizing the local Wegmans store for coming in first in the region for an April campaign. Wegmans held its annual scan campaign for the United Way at its registers in April. With a goal of … [Read more...]
Jamestown Police Investigating Following Woman’s Death on William Street
An investigation by Jamestown Police is ongoing after a woman was found dead on William Street. Police Chief Tim Jackson said officers were called to 125 William Street around 4:30 a.m. Thursday for a report of a unresponsive female, who was … [Read more...]
Fire Ruled Accidental at Long Standing Business in Jamestown
A fire at a longstanding company in Jamestown has been ruled to be accidental. Jamestown Police responded to 258 Crescent Street just after 4:00 a.m. Thursday for a burglary alarm and found smoke in the building. Jamestown Fire crews were called … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Candidates Share Their Experience, Why Running at ‘Meet the Candidates’ Forum
Candidates for Jamestown School Board shared their experience and why they're running for the board at a "Meet The Candidates" forum held Thursday night. There are four candidates running for three open seats. Parent-Teacher Organization … [Read more...]
SKF Awarded $2 Million in ESD Grants
SKF Aeroengine has been awarded a $2 million Empire State Development grant. The bearing manufacturer, located in Falconer, will use the funds to purchase new machinery and equipment that focuses on implementing new manufacturing technology and … [Read more...]
West Third Street To Be Closed Saturday for ‘Re-Tree-ing’ Event
Part of West Third Street in Jamestown will be closed Saturday for a "Re-Tree-Ing" event by the city. The block of West Third Street from Hall Avenue to Hallock street will be closed starting at 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May … [Read more...]
11th Annual Master Gardeners Plant Sale Set for May 13
Chautauqua County Master Gardeners will hold their 11th Annual Plant Sale Saturday at Jamestown Community College. The annual fundraiser sale will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 13 at the JCC Science Building in … [Read more...]
