Ice anglers are reminded to put safety first when venturing out this season. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton said outdoor enthusiasts considering ice fishing should always be aware of … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Chautauqua County Lakes, Waterways Grant Program Accepting Applications
The application period for Chautauqua County Lakes and Waterways Occupancy Tax Grant programs is now open. The Occupancy Tax Programs provide funding for projects involving lakes and waterways with and are funded through revenue collected through … [Read more...]
A Woman Has Died Following A Head-On Crash In Gerry
One person has died following a head-on crash on Route 60 in the town of Gerry. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and multiple other agencies were called to a two-car accident with serious injuries just after 6:00 p.m. Sunday night. An … [Read more...]
Weapons Detection System Goes Into Use At JHS Following Discovery Of Gun On Student
A weapons detection system will go into use at Jamestown High School this morning following the arrest of a student for allegedly having a loaded gun in his backpack in the school. A JHS Resource Officer and a school administrator received a … [Read more...]
Boil Water Order, Mandatory Water Conservation Order Issued For Fredonia Water Customers
The Chautauqua County Health Department has issued a boil water order and mandatory water conservation order for all Village of Fredonia water customers. The orders were issued Friday, January 30 due to a water main break that has caused … [Read more...]
Jamestown YWCA Cuts Ribbon On New Transitional Housing Facility
The Jamestown YWCA has cut the ribbon on its new transitional housing facility in Jamestown. YWCA officials were joined by members from First Lutheran Church, who donated the use of the former rectory on Chandler Street to the YWCA. YWCA … [Read more...]
Borrello, Molitor Urge Gov. Hochul To Establish Financial Control Board For City Of Dunkirk
State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Molitor are urging Governor Kathy Hochul to establish a state financial control board for the City of Dunkirk. Borrello and Molitor sent a letter asking the governor to include enabling … [Read more...]
City Council Approves Hiring Of 5 Police Officers
Jamestown City Council has approved the hiring of five police officers. Over the past year, the Jamestown Police Department has received approval to hire a total of seven officers, but have only hired five. Police Chief Tim Jackson said the … [Read more...]
Jamestown Justice Coalition Holding Public Conversation With Business Owners
The Jamestown Justice Coalition is holding a conversation with local business owners this Wednesday. The free discussion will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 4 at the Robert H. Jackson Center. It will feature a panel … [Read more...]
United Way Surpasses $1.7 Million Goal For 2025 Fundraising Campaign
The United Way of Chautauqua County has surpassed its $1.7 million goal for the 2025 Fundraising Campaign. At the organization’s annual Campaign Celebration event held Tuesday, United Way staff revealed that this year’s campaign raised a total of … [Read more...]
