A feasibility study into placing wind turbines in the Great Lakes found lacking benefits to the potential projects. The report on the study, released by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, noted that,"Great Lakes Wind … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Efforts to Bring Refugees to Jamestown Moving Ahead
Efforts to make Jamestown a refugee resettlement city are moving ahead. St. Luke's Episcopal Church Reverend Luke Fodor said discussions on bringing refugees to the area started around 13 months ago with final preparations now happening in order … [Read more...]
Foster Parent Open House Event Set for Thursday, January 12
An in-person and virtual open house will be held for those interested in becoming foster parents on January 12. The Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services’ Home Finding Team is hosting the event which will take place in-person … [Read more...]
Humane Society Reaches Goal of Placing 100 Animals for ‘Season of Hope’ Drive
The Chautauqua County Humane Society’s "Season of Hope" has met its goal to place 100 animals in adoptive or foster homes. CCHS Senior Programs Director Brian Papalia said due to severe weather conditions, the program was extended to Friday, … [Read more...]
Tom Nelson, Travis Heiser Sworn In to Chautauqua County Legislature
The Chautauqua County Legislature approved the appointment of two new Legislators at its organizational meeting Tuesday. Legislators approved resolutions naming Tom Nelson and Travis Heiser to the body. Nelson replaces Paul Whitford as the … [Read more...]
Pierre Chagnon Unanimously Elected Chautauqua County Legislature Chairman Again
Chautauqua County Legislators have again named Pierre Chagnon to lead them as the Legislature Chairman. Chagnon said 2023 will bring changes to County Government, "We have a relatively new County Attorney, DPF Director, HR Director, Airport … [Read more...]
House GOP Fail To Elect Speaker, Member-Elects Not Sworn In
Congressman-elect Nick Langworthy, along with other member elects, are still waiting to be sworn into office following House Republicans' failure to elect a speaker on Tuesday. California Republican Representative Kevin McCarthy failed to secure … [Read more...]
Southern Tier Environments For Living Receives Supportive Housing Initiative Support
Southern Tier Environments for Living has received one of 125 awards through the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative. The funding helps provide services and operating expenses for up to 5,000 units of supportive housing to serve older … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Executive Director Stepping Down in February
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Co-Founder and Executive Director John Jablonski has announced he will be stepping down from his role. In a video on Facebook, Jablonski announced alongside current Deputy Executive Director Whitney Gleason, that … [Read more...]
Christmas Tree Pick-Up Has Begun in Jamestown
The Jamestown Parks, Recreation, and Conservation Department has begun their annual Christmas Tree pick-up. Residents are asked to place their tree on the terrace between the street and sidewalk and, if possible, keep it visible should a large … [Read more...]
