Jamestown Community College students will be able to complete bachelor's degree programs on campus starting this Fall thanks to a partnership between JCC and SUNY Fredonia. The initial rollout of “JCC + FRED: Bachelor’s Opportunities Locally … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
JHS, Persell Band Concert at Allen Park Tonight
The Jamestown High School Concert Band and Persell Middle School Band will perform in Allen Park tonight. The free concert takes place at 6:00 p.m. and will be held at the Goranson Bandshell. People are encouraged to bring chairs or blankets to … [Read more...]
Black Bass Season Opens June 15
Black bass season begins June 15 in New York State and runs through November 30. New York has a number of waters that consistently rank as some of the best bass angling destinations in the country. In 2021, New York boasted six locations in … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Package of Bills Protecting Abortion Rights in NYS
Governor Kathy Hochul signed a package of bills Monday to protect abortion rights in the state. This comes after a leak of a Supreme Court draft decision in May that suggests the court will overturn Roe v. Wade, taking away the right to abortion … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Sends Resolutions on Sidewalk Plowing, Emergency Alert System to Next Step
Resolutions regarding sidewalk plowing, eradicating Tree of Heaven along the Chadakoin River, and an emergency alert program are moving forward for a vote by Jamestown City Council. The shared services agreement between the City and Jamestown … [Read more...]
Over 50 People Attended Pride Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall
Over 50 people turned out for the Pride Flag Raising on Tracy Plaza as part of Jamestown Pride Fest on Saturday. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist said the ceremony represented how far the community had come despite adversity. He said, however, his … [Read more...]
SUNY Schools Adopt Chosen Name and Pronoun Policy
SUNY schools are adopting a Chosen Name and Pronoun Policy following a directive by the State University of New York Board of Trustees. Governor Kathy Hochul said the policy update regarding the use of a chosen name and pronouns is to ensure that … [Read more...]
WRFA’s 10th Annual Great American Picnic Set for June 21 at Southern Tier Brewing
WRFA will hold our 10th Annual Great American Picnic on Tuesday, June 21 at Southern Tier Brewing Company. The evening of food and live music begins at 5:00 p.m. and will feature the theme "hAll Fired Up: Music from Rock & Roll Hall of Fame … [Read more...]
U.S. Senate Develops Bipartisan Gun Legislation
A bipartisan agreement has been developed in the Senate offering modest gun curbs and stepped up efforts to improve school safety and mental health programs. The Associated Press reports the proposal falls far short of tougher steps long sought by … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council to Review Proposals to Fund Tree of Heaven Eradication, Emergency Alert System
The Jamestown City Council's work session goes on the road to Ring Elementary School tonight. Council will hold its meeting in the Ring School Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. with committee meetings taking place at 6:30 p.m. for Housing in the Auditorium, … [Read more...]
