Kathy Hochul was inaugurated Sunday as New York State's first elected female governor. Hochul took office in August 2021 after then-Governor Andrew Cuomo resigned amid allegations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior. She was elected … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Buffalo Bills’ Damar Hamlin In Critical Condition
Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin is in critical condition in a Cincinnati hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest following a hit on the field in a game versus the Cincinnati Bengals. A statement by the Bills on Twitter said the 24-year old … [Read more...]
Two New Legislators to Be Appointed at Chautauqua County Legislature Reorganization Meeting
The appointment of two new legislators will be voted on by the Chautauqua County Legislature at its organizational meeting this afternoon. One resolution appoints Travis Heiser of Panama to replace Jay Gould as the legislator for District 17. … [Read more...]
Mayville Receives $675,000 for Lakeside Park Improvements
The Village of Mayville has been awarded $675,000 in state funds for improvements to Lakeside Park. The funding is part of $16.4 million in Local Waterfront Revitalization Program monies awarded to 23 communities in New York State. The funding … [Read more...]
JCC Fall 2023 Nursing Program Application Now Open
Jamestown Community College’s Fall 2023 Nursing program application is now open. Students interested in applying must do so by February 1. JCC’s Nursing degree can be completed on the college’s campuses in Jamestown and Olean. Coursework and … [Read more...]
National Comedy Center Receives Artifacts from Carolines Comedy Club
The National Comedy Center will be receiving and displaying artifacts from Carolines Comedy Club. It was announced in December that the New York City club would not renew its lease after 30 years of presenting stand-up comedy and was closing its … [Read more...]
Three Involved in Home Invasion Arraigned, Sent to Jail
The three people involved in a violent home invasion in the City of Jamestown have been arraigned in City Court. Jamestown Police said William Buckley, Joneece Talley, and Joshua Ryan were arraigned Thursday, December 29. Buckley was sent to the … [Read more...]
City Council President Dolce Reflects On A ‘Very Challenging’ 2022
Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce said 2022 was a "very challenging year" in his year-end remarks. Dolce, speaking at the December 19 Council meeting, said deciding how to allocate the $28 million in American Rescue Plan funds the city … [Read more...]
Federal Prosecutors Looking Into Finances of Congressman-elect George Santos
Federal prosecutors are looking into the finances and financial disclosures of Republican Congressman-elect George Santos after he admitted to fabricating significant parts of his resume. The federal probe marks a potentially serious turn for … [Read more...]
NYS’ Minimum Wage Goes Up Saturday, December 31
New York State's minimum wage goes up this Saturday, December 31. Workers outside of New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County will see an increase by $1.00 per hour, from $13.20 to $14.20. Additionally, the minimum wage for home care … [Read more...]
