State officials said New York will not enforce its mandate requiring health care workers to get COVID-19 boosters in light of concerns about staffing shortages. ABC News reports Governor Kathy Hochul pointed to a troubling rise in breakthrough … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
COI Receives $2.49 Million for Women’s Homeless Shelter in Jamestown
Chautauqua Opportunities has been awarded $2.49 million for a homeless shelter for women in Jamestown. The award is part of $17.3 million in state funding announced by Governor Kathy Hochul that will provide emergency and permanent supportive … [Read more...]
Gerace Office Building to Reopen Tuesday Following Closure Due to Electrical Malfunction
The Gerace Office Building in Mayville will reopen today after an electrical malfunction caused it to close last Thursday and Friday. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said county staff worked to remedy the situation over the weekend and the … [Read more...]
County Planning Department Develops Solar Decommissioning Template for Municipalities
The Chautauqua County Planning and Development department has developed a solar decommissioning template for municipalities. The template gives recommendations for developing and, or, updating local municipal laws specific to decommissioning … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Providing Guidance to Prevent Conflicts Between People and Coyotes
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is providing guidance to help prevent conflicts between people and coyotes. DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos said, "This is the time of year when New York's resident coyotes breed and set up … [Read more...]
Motorists May Encounter Flooded Roads, Freezing Roads
Following warm weather and rain that melted snow, motorists may encounter some closed roads this morning due to flooding. Overnight, there were reports that the Route 60 south of Jamestown was closed between Peck Settlement Road to Route 62. Route … [Read more...]
Judge: Trump, Children, Must Comply with Subpoenas
A judge ruled Thursday that former President Donald Trump must answer questions under oath in New York state’s civil investigation into his business practices. The Associated Press reports Judge Arthur Engoron ordered Trump and his two eldest … [Read more...]
36th Annual Mayville Winterfest Kicks Off Tonight
The 36th Annual Mayville Winterfest is set to kick off today. The event will take place at Lakeside Park Friday through Sunday. Tonight will feature the lighting of the Ice Castle at 6 p.m. Saturday's festivities will include a polar plunge, … [Read more...]
United Way Receives Almost $200,000 for Emergency Food, Shelter Programs
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has received nearly $200,000 to distribute to emergency food and shelter programs in Chautauqua County. The award was made by the Emergency Food and Shelter Program's National Board. The purpose of … [Read more...]
CCIDA Announces New Round of CARES Act Loans
The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency has announced a new round of CARES Act loans The IDA said in a release that they are continuing to accept applications for low-interest loans to both businesses and non-profit organizations. The … [Read more...]
