The Village of Lakewood is investigating whether to establish an EMS Department in order to bill for EMS ambulance service in the village. Trustee Ellen Barnes said the discussion was informational at this point, "So we can bring the information, … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Invasive Pest Threatens Hemlock Trees in Lakewood
The Wooly Hemlock Adelgid is threatening the Village of Lakewood's Hemlock trees. Resident Mary Seger, who lives by Ivy Lane and Winchester Road, spoke before the Village Board about receiving a call from another resident concerned about the … [Read more...]
NYS Launches Free Hotline for COVID-19 Treatment
New York State has launched a new free Hotline for those who test positive for COVID-19, but don't have a health care provider. The Hotline, 888-TREAT-NY, (888-873-2869), was launched by the New York State Department of Health. All New Yorkers … [Read more...]
JCC Continues to Require Incoming, Returning Students to Be Vaccinated for COVID-19
Jamestown Community College will continue to require incoming and returning students to be vaccinated for COVID-19 in order to register for on-campus classes for the fall semester. The college says a booster is strongly encouraged but not … [Read more...]
Second Show Added for Jeff Foxworthy at Lucille Ball Comedy Fest
The Lucille Ball Comedy Fest has added a second show to see comedian Jeff Foxworthy. Foxworthy will perform his second show at 9:30 p.m., Friday, August 5 at the Northwest Arena, directly following his sold-out 7:00 p.m. show. National Comedy … [Read more...]
NY’s Mobile Sports Wagering Revenues Outpacing Budget Projections
New York State's mobile sports wagering program revenues is outpacing other states as well as state budget projections. According to New York State data, the state has generated more than $302 million in tax revenue from mobile sports wagering … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office Mourning Death of Captain David Bentley
The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office is mourning one of its own after Captain David Bentley died in a lake accident in Ellery this weekend. The Sheriff's Office reports the 62-year old fell into Chautauqua Lake Saturday afternoon while … [Read more...]
Judge Rules NYS Dept. of Health Exceeded Authority by Using Rulemaking Process for Isolation, Quarantine Procedures
A judge has ruled the New York State Department of Health exceeded its authority by using rulemaking process for isolation and quarantine procedures. The lawsuit against the State Department of Health had been brought by State Senator George … [Read more...]
DMV Warns Against Text Message Phishing Scam
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is warning New Yorkers about a text message phishing scam. The text message falsely claims New York State is offering $1,500 rebates as a result of high fuel prices. This latest phishing scam is a … [Read more...]
NY State of Politics: Republicans, Conservatives Considering Legal Challenges to NYS’ New Gun Laws
The New York State of Politics reports several different parties, including Republican candidates for the 23rd Congressional District, are looking into pursuing legal challenges against New York's new gun laws. Carl Paladino announced on Thursday … [Read more...]
