The Westfield Maid Cooperative was one of two grand prize winners at the New York Concord Grape Innovation Awards. The awards ceremony was held Friday, December 9, at Cornell AgriTech in Geneva. The Portland-based company won first prize in the … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
State Legislation Signed That Cracks Down on Unwanted Telemarketing Calls
New state legislation has been signed that cracks down on unwanted telemarketing calls. The legislation signed by Governor Kathy Hochul requires telemarketers to give customers the option to be added to the company's do-not-call list at the outset … [Read more...]
Free Showing of ‘The Muppet Christmas Carol’ at The Reg on Sat. Dec. 17
A free showing of The Muppet Christmas Carol will take place at the Reg Lenna Center for The Arts this Saturday. No ticket is required for admission and doors will open at 1 p.m. with the movie starting at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 17. In … [Read more...]
Consumers Reminded To Be Aware of Return-Refund Policies While Holiday Shopping
Consumers are reminded to be aware of return and refund policies while shopping this holiday season. The Department of State’s Division of Consumer Protection recommends that consumers carefully review and understand what to look for when … [Read more...]
JURA Approves $1.4 Million 2023 Budget That Adds 2 New Positions
The Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency Board has approved the agency's 2023 budget which includes two additional personnel. The $1.4 million budget includes the creation of a Compliance Manager position as well as the hiring of an additional Target … [Read more...]
Rep. Sempolinski Celebrating 21st Century Assistive Technology Act Passing House
Congressman Joe Sempolinski is celebrating the passing of the 21st Century Assistive Technology Act in the House of Representatives. Sempolinski was the primary Republican sponsor of the bill and worked with Democratic Rep. Mark DeSaulnier to … [Read more...]
Fredonia Company Receives Hydropower Allocation Toward Expansion
The New York Power Authority board has approved a 2,550-kilowatt (kW) hydropower allocation for a Fredonia company that will result in $45 million in capital investment while creating 20 jobs. The low-cost Niagara hydropower to Coal Ash Recycling … [Read more...]
Siena College Poll: Governor Hochul Not Making Progress On Goals
Voters say Governor Kathy Hochul is not making progress on her goals, including public safety and cost of living in New York State. A Siena College Poll released Tuesday saw Hochul's favorability rating at 45% and her job approval rating at 49%, … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Academy Recruit Receives Dan Feather Scholarship
A Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Academy recruit Yvette Perez has been honored with the Dan Feather Memorial Scholarship. The $1,200 scholarship was created by Verna Feather, the widow of Dan Feather, who was an 18-year veteran of the Jamestown … [Read more...]
Jamestown Salary Review Commission Recommends Raising Mayor, City Council Salaries
The Jamestown Salary Review Commission has recommended increasing City Council and the Mayor's salaries. Members of the commission presented their recommendations to City Council at its work session Monday night. Commission President Tage Hall … [Read more...]
