President Biden has announced he is canceling $10,000 in student loan debt for those earning less than $125,000 per year and $20,000 for those who had received Pell grants. Biden also announced that a pandemic-era pause on student loan payments, … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
County Legislature Approves $2.3 Million One-Year Contract Extension with CSEA
The Chautauqua County Legislature has approved a one-year contract with CSEA Unit 6300. First Assistant County Attorney Pat Slagle explained to legislative committees last week that the contract is being extended following the recent resignation … [Read more...]
Langworthy to Face Della Pia in November General for 23rd Congressional Seat
Republican Nick Langworthy will face Democrat Max Della Pia in November's General Election for the 23rd Congressional seat. Langworthy won the Republican primary for the new 23rd district against Carl Paladino on Tuesday. According to the State … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Announces Updated COVID-19 Guidelines for Schools
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced updated COVID-19 guidance that aligns with new CDC recommendations as children, teachers and faculty across the state prepare to head back to school in the coming weeks. She said New York will end the required … [Read more...]
JHS Marching Band Community Preview Night Friday, August 26
The Jamestown High School Marching Band will hold its annual Community Preview Night this Friday, August 26. The free show will begin at 8:00 p.m. at Strider Field. The community is welcome to attend the Community Preview Night to learn more … [Read more...]
Efforts to Help Homelessness in Jamestown Top City Council Discussions
Homelessness in Jamestown and efforts to combat it topped discussions by Jamestown City Council Monday night. Housing Committee Chair Marie Carrubba said the issue of homelessness in downtown Jamestown, including people camping under the South … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Urging Campfire Safety With Much of State Under Drought Watch
Due to much of New York State being under a drought watch and high fire danger, New York State is urging people to be safe when building camp fires. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the entire state is … [Read more...]
U.S. News & World Report Names National Comedy Center ‘Top 25 Family Weekend Getaway’
U.S. News & World Report has named the National Comedy Center a “Top 25 Family Weekend Getaways in the U.S.” The publication states that the top getaways guarantee enriching activities for all ages and that the destinations offer special … [Read more...]
JHS Class of 1970 Presents Donation to Prendergast Library
The Jamestown High School Class of 1970 has presented a $3,500 donation to the James Prendergast Library. The donation will support educational programming at the library. Library Director Anne Greene said the funding will go toward expanding … [Read more...]
Two in Custody in Connection to Prendergast Ave. Fatal Drive-By Shooting
JAMESTOWN - Two Jamestown men are in custody related to the fatal drive-by shooting on Friday, August 19. Jamestown Police report they are working with the Chautauqua County District Attorney's office to determine what charges 32-year-old Joseph … [Read more...]
