Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the team chosen to manage a $200 million fund to support social equity in the cannabis industry. Social Equity Impact Ventures, LLC, a minority-led investment team, will sponsor and manage the New York Social … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Site Plan Approved for new Tim Horton’s on Washington Street
The Jamestown Planning Commission has approved the site plans for a new Tim Horton's store on Washington Street. Franchise Owner Blake Tarana said the store, located at 1505 Washington Street, will be the first double drive-thru in Jamestown, … [Read more...]
Jamestown Planning Commission Chair Greg Rabb Steps Down
The Jamestown Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday was Greg Rabb's last as a member and as its Chair. Rabb said one of the things he was proud of during his time on the Planning Commission was passing the city's award winning Urban Design Plan … [Read more...]
Americold Facility Construction Complete, Will Create 60 Jobs
The new Americold facility in the town of Dunkirk will create 60 jobs. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that Americold has completed construction of a 181,000-square-foot cold storage distribution facility on approximately 28 acres. The $41 … [Read more...]
Police Looking for Driver of Van Involved in Fiery Crash on Route 20 in Sheridan
Sheriff's Deputies are looking for the driver of a van involved in a fiery crash on Route 20 that shut down the Thruway on Tuesday in the town of Sheridan. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said a van traveling on Route 20 lost its wheel, … [Read more...]
County Health Department Raising Awareness about Bats and Rabies
The Chautauqua County Health Department is raising awareness of the potential exposure to rabies from bats. Bats are one of the most frequently reported rabid animals that people and pets come in contact with. The Chautauqua County Environmental … [Read more...]
Election Protection Hotline Available during Early Voting Until June 28 Primary
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...]
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...]
