The Jamestown Parks and Rec Department has scheduled a softball league interest meeting. The meeting will be for people interested in participating in a Sunday Slo-Pitch League, a Co-Ed League, or a Church League. The informational meeting is … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Gov. Hochul Presents $227 Billion State Budget
Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled her $227 billion state budget for 2024-25. This budget is $5 billion more than the current year, with a 2.4% increase in all spending. Hochul said public safety is her top priority, budgeting $337 … [Read more...]
Study Finds Evidence that Medical Cannabis Use for Chronic Pain Can Reduce Use of Opioids
A multi-agency study including the New York State Department of Health has found evidence that the use of medical cannabis for chronic pain can reduce prescription opioid dosages by 51%. The study has been published in the Journal of the American … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce Advises Locals of Gift Card Program Updates
The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce is changing its gift card program. The Chamber, which has operated the gift card program since 2017, is urging all cardholders to check their cards. If the card is the new blue and white version that … [Read more...]
NYS Div. of Consumer Protection Reminding Folks to Be Mindful of Credit, Debit Card Skimming Scams
The State's Division of Consumer Protection is reminding folks to be mindful of credit and debit card skimming scams. As part of Identity Theft Awareness Week, the Division is offering tips on how to avoid being a victim of a skimming scam where … [Read more...]
City Council Members Say State of the City Had Positive Items, Express Concerns
Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce thought while the Mayor's State of the City address had a lot of positive items, there were some concerns. Mayor Eddie Sundquist released his 2023 State of the City address on Monday on the city's … [Read more...]
United Way Awarded Emergency Food & Shelter Program Funding
Funding to help emergency food and shelter programs is now available in Chautauqua County. The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County announced $45,132 was awarded by the Emergency Food & Shelter Program’s National Board, which is chaired by … [Read more...]
Complete Street Initiative Resources Now Available Through County
Resources for Complete Streets initiatives are now available to local municipalities through the Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth. The Partnership will offer support in the form of technical assistance, planning, … [Read more...]
JCC Alumni Associations Seeking Nominations for 2023 Distinguished Alumnus Award
Jamestown Community College alumni associations at the Jamestown and Cattaraugus County campuses are seeking nominations for the 2023 Distinguished Alumnus Award. Since 1980, the alumni associations have presented accomplished graduates with the … [Read more...]
Red Cross Offering Incentives for Blood Donors in February
For those looking for a getaway from the cold, the American Red Cross has a special contest for blood donors. During the month of February, those who donate will be automatically entered to win a trip for two to Clearwater Beach, Florida. Those … [Read more...]
