NPR reports the U.S. House voted Wednesday to hold former Trump White House aides Peter Navarro and Dan Scavino in criminal contempt of Congress after they defied subpoenas from the select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
YWCA’s Stand Against Racism Challenge is Underway
The YWCA's Stand Against Racism Challenge is now underway. YWCA Social Justice & Equity Director Alize Scott said the 21-day challenge is a great for people who are just starting their journey in learning more about racial equity and social … [Read more...]
State DEC Asks People to Take Down Bird Feeders, Secure Garbage to Avoid Conflict with Bears
As black bears start to emerge from their dens for Spring, people are reminded to take down their bird feeders and secure garbage to avoid potential conflicts. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Wildlife Biologist Jeremy Hurst … [Read more...]
New York Daily News: State Legislators May Begin Voting on State Budget Wednesday
State legislators may begin voting on parts of the state budget Wednesday. The New York Daily News reports the budget is expected to exceed Governor Kathy Hochul’s initial $216 billion ask. Insiders said both the Assembly and the Senate were … [Read more...]
Borello Joins Lawsuit Against Gov. Hochul, State Dept. of Health
State Senator George Borrello is part of a lawsuit against Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Department of Health over a proposed regulation regarding isolation and quarantining. The lawsuit filed in Cattaraugus County Supreme Court is in … [Read more...]
CASA of Chautauqua has Kicked Off Pinwheels for Prevention Campaign
CASA of Chautauqua has kicked off its Pinwheels for Prevention Campaign as part of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Throughout the month of April, CASA of Chautauqua is inviting the public to join the Pinwheels for Prevention campaign, which … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Human Resources Director is Resigning
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has announced that County Director of Human Resources Jean Riley is resigning April 16, 2022. Riley said in release that she and her family are relocating away from Chautauqua County. Riley was appointed as … [Read more...]
Tickets On Sale Friday, April 8 for John & Mary Concert
Tickets go on sale Friday, April 8 for a WRFA Fundraiser concert featuring John & Mary. The event will help to kick off the 10,000 Maniacs 40th Anniversary concert weekend with a special live performance in the Reg Lenna's Media Arts Studio on … [Read more...]
State Legislators Approve Budget Extender, Continue State Budget Negotiations
New York lawmakers approved stop-gap legislation to help keep state government running Monday as negotiations on the overdue budget continued behind closed doors. The Associated Press reports Governor Kathy Hochul and legislative leaders, all … [Read more...]
JRC’s ‘Paint Jamestown’ Program Looking for Funding to Expand
The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation's 'Paint Jamestown' program is looking for additional funding in order to expand. Neighborhood Project Director Mary Maxwell presented on the program to the City Council Housing Committee. She said the … [Read more...]
