State Senator George Borrello and Assemblyman Andrew Goodell were joined by prosecutors and police on Friday to call for the repeal of the 2019 bail reforms. Borrello said the reforms have "given criminals a free pass" and "made our streets less … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Annual Catholic Charities Appeal is Underway
The Catholic Charities annual Appeal is underway. Chautauqua County District Director Melanie Ricketts said this year's goal is $9.5 million dollars, "And in Chautauqua County alone last year, we impacted 11,228 individuals and families. I'm … [Read more...]
Postal Service Reform Act Passes House, Moves Onto Senate
The House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan Postal Service Reform Act of 2022 that would overhaul the agency's finances and allow it to modernize. Congressman Tom Reed, who voted in favor of the bill, said the reforms proposed by the Post … [Read more...]
Proposed New Small Business Assistance Programs Presented to City Council
Jamestown City Council has heard an initial proposal on a several new Small Business Assistance programs that would be funded using American Rescue Plan monies. Director of Development Crystal Surdyk outlined the programs at Monday's work session … [Read more...]
JRC’s Neighborhood Block Challenge Targets Northside
A section of the city's northside will be the target area for Jamestown Renaissance Corporation's Neighborhood Block Challenge Program. Neighborhood Coordinator Mary Maxwell gave a presentation to the City Council Housing Committee on the program … [Read more...]
Law Enforcement Stepping Up Patrols for Super Bowl Weekend
State and local law enforcement agencies will be stepping up patrols this weekend and targeting impaired driving during the Super Bowl weekend. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office, the Lakewood-Busti Police Department and the Town of Ellicott … [Read more...]
Humane Society’s ‘Pennies 4 Paws’ Campaign Kicks Off February 12
The Chautauqua County Humane Society’s 17th annual Pennies 4 Paws campaign kicks off February 12. The campaign continues through April 30. Humane Society Partnership Director Brian Papalia said funds raised during the campaign stay local and, … [Read more...]
Mayville DMV Open For Snowmobiler Registration February 12
The Mayville Department of Motor Vehicles will be open this Saturday, February 12 for snowmobiler registration. County Clerk Larry Barmore said hundreds of out of state snowmobilers are expected to be in Chautauqua County this weekend thanks to … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Lifts Business Mask Mandate, Schools Must Continue to Mask
Governor Kathy Hochul has officially lifted the statewide business "mask or vax" requirement. Hochul, making the announcement on Wednesday, said counties, cities and businesses can still choose to require masks. She said the decision was made … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County, NYS Announce Local COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics
The Chautauqua County Health Department and New York State announced several COVID-19 vaccination clinics for the area. The State announced two #VaxForKids pop-up vaccination clinics that will take place today. One clinic will be from 10-11:00 … [Read more...]
