The State Office of Attorney General has its Election Protection Hotline available now for early voting through the June 28 Primary. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the hotline will be available to troubleshoot and resolve a … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Governor Hochul Signs John Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York
Governor Kathy Hochul signed the landmark John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York into law on Monday. The legislation cements New York State's place as a national leader on voting rights and fulfilling a key part of the Governor's 2022 State … [Read more...]
CCIDA Third in NYS for Total Revenues in 2020
The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency came in third in New York State for total revenues in 2020. The State Comptroller's Office released its annual IDA report, stating that the CCIDA had over $1,069,000,000 between 46 projects in … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County OFA Director Dr. Mary Ann Spanos Honored as ‘Woman of Distinction’
Chautauqua County Office of Aging Services Director Dr. Mary Ann Spanos has been honored as a 2022 New York State Senate "Woman of Distinction" Dr. Spanos was recognized for her achievements and contributions to the community during a ceremony at … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Asks Public To Report Any Sightings of Harmful Algal Blooms
The State Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding folks to be on the look out for harmful algal blooms and to report any they might see. New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett said, "As we enter the warmer months, New … [Read more...]
CDC Approves COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids 6 Months-5 Years
NPR reports that providers across the country can start vaccinating kids ages 6 months to 5 years against COVID-19 as early as this week after regulators cleared the final authorization steps on Saturday. An independent panel of advisers to the … [Read more...]
Formation of Coalition to Address Racism and Social Injustice in Chautauqua County Announced
The formation of the Chautauqua County I.D.E.A. Coalition was announced at this weekend's Juneteenth celebrations. The coalition is made up of 17 organizations and businesses and is aimed at pursuing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Highlights $125 Million Investment in Early Childhood Education, Childcare
Governor Kathy Hochul is highlighting a $125 million investment in early childhood education as part of the 2023 state budget. The enacted budget uses the investment to expand access to full-day pre-K for four-year-old children, creating … [Read more...]
Summer Playground Program to Return to Jamestown Parks
The Jamestown Parks and Rec's Summer Playground Program returns this season after being on hiatus for two years due to the Pandemic. The program will take place at two playground sites that will rotate between Jackson-Taylor Park on Tuesday and … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Proposing Prohibiting Use of Glyphosate Pesticide on State Property
The State DEC is proposing prohibiting the use of the pesticide, glyphosate, on state property. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the proposed regulation is to protect public health and environmental … [Read more...]
