CVS and Walgreens have agreed to pay state and local governments a combined total of $10.7 billion to settle lawsuits over the toll of opioids. New York Attorney General Letitia James co-led a coalition of attorneys general in negotiating the … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
New State Human Rights Unit Established to Deal with Hate and Bias Prevention
A new State Human Rights Unit is being established to help deal with hate and bias prevention in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of the statewide Hate and Bias Prevention Unit, which is charged with leading public … [Read more...]
NY State Police Caution About Scams
The New York State Police are reminding people that they do not solicit citizens for donations. Troopers report they have received several calls and complaints from residents in Western New York that individuals claiming to be affiliated with the … [Read more...]
UPMC Chautauqua Holding Job Fair Today
UPMC Chautauqua is holding a job fair today. The fair will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in UPMC Chautauqua's Auditorium, located at 207 Foote Avenue. This event is for both current employees and those interested in beginning a career … [Read more...]
Cornell Co-Op Encourages Buying Local For Christmas Season
Folks are encouraged to shop local when purchasing Christmas trees this holiday season. Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s Agriculture Program said that purchasing locally sourced goods for your holiday needs is a way to help … [Read more...]
City Council to Act on Mayor’s Vetoes of 2023 City Budget
Jamestown City Council will hold a special voting session tonight to vote to overide the Mayor's vetoes to the 2023 Budget. The five vetoes on the voting agenda include Mayor Eddie Sundquist's veto of Council's $75,000 increase to sales tax … [Read more...]
School Bus Camera, School Zone Speed Camera Resolutions on City Council Agenda
Jamestown City Council will review a proposal for outfitting school buses with cameras to catch motorists who pass when the stop arm is out. Council previously authorized a Bus Stop Arm camera program, which allows the City to collect fees from … [Read more...]
Homeowners Can Now Get Emergency Deliveries of Liquified Petroleum Gas During Emergencies
A new state bill will now allow homeowners leasing liquified petroleum gas tanks to receive emergency deliveries from any supplier during times of an emergency. The legislation amends the agriculture and markets law to allow, during a qualified … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Accommodations Expanded in New York State
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation expanding accommodations for breastfeeding in the workplace. Hochul said that currently, employers must give reasonable break times and make reasonable efforts to provide a space for employees to pump … [Read more...]
United Way at 65% of $1.3 Million Campaign Goal
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County's annual campaign is at 65% of its goal of $1.3 million. Executive Director Amy Rohler said more than 150 employers participate in United Way’s annual fundraising campaign by allowing their employees to … [Read more...]
