A federal judge in Utica has ruled in favor of religious exemptions to New York’s vaccine mandate for health care workers. Judge David Hurd granted the preliminary injunction Tuesday in the case brought forward by a group of health care workers … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Jamestown School Board Receives Update on $21.1 Million in ARP Funds
The Jamestown School Board received an update on the use of $21.1 million in American Rescue Plan funds for the district. District Director of Budgets and Finance Brittnay Spry said of that $21.1 million, the District must reserve 20%, or $4.2 … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Vetos Bill To Absolve Panama Schools from Paying $1.9 Million Fine
Governor Kathy Hochul has vetoed a bill that would have absolved Panama Central School District from having to pay a $1.9 million fine from the New York State Department of Education. The state penalized the school district in 2012, by $4.9 … [Read more...]
US-Canada, Mexico Borders to Reopen To Vaccinated Travelers in Early November
The U.S.-Canadian and U.S.-Mexican borders will reopen to non-essential vaccinated travelers starting in early November. Department of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas stated that following guidance from public health experts, the Department … [Read more...]
NYS Warning of Text Messaging Phishing Scam on Vaccine Verification
The New York State Division of Consumer Protection and the New York State Department of Health are warning New Yorkers of a text message phishing scam. The scheme targets those attempting to validate vaccine status to try to steal personal … [Read more...]
NYS DMV Experiencing Delays In Distributing Registration Stickers
The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is experiencing delays in distributing car and truck registration stickers. Chautauqua County Clerk Larry Barmore said for those renewing registration online or by mail to Albany, the state DMV is … [Read more...]
Salley Announces Endorsements for County Clerk
Democratic Chautauqua County Clerk Candidate David Salley has announced he's received several endorsements. Salley has been endorsed by the United Automobile, Aerospace and Agricutural Implement Workers of America (UAW); and the Polish American … [Read more...]
Natural Gas Heating Bills to Rise 43% in WNY This Winter
Natural Gas heating bills expected to rise 43% this winter in Western New York due to the increase in natural gas prices. National Fuel said in a release that the prices have risen significantly following years of historic lows. They said … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Bill Protecting Undocumented Immigrants From Extortion
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation protecting undocumented immigrants from threats to report their immigration status. The law classifies certain threats to report a person's immigration status as extortion or coercion under New York law. … [Read more...]
NYS Thruway Authority To Test Speed Zone Cameras in Work Zones
The New York State Thruway Authority held a virtual work session last week to discuss implementing speed zone cameras in work zones. Under the pilot program, a total of 30 cameras will be set up in ten work zones along the thruway. Locations … [Read more...]
