Sales tax receipts were up almost 47% for the second quarter compared to 2020 for the City of Jamestown. City Comptroller Ryan Thompson's sales tax report in the City Council prefile said the City received $2,161,000 for the 2021 second quarter … [Read more...]
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The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
77th Historic Marker Honoring Empire Worsted Mills Unveiled
The City of Jamestown unveiled its 77th Historic Marker honoring the Empire Worsted Mills at 31 Water Street on Friday. City Historian Ashley Senske said the Empire Worsted Mills was in operation at that location from 1896 to 1955, "They … [Read more...]
Boil Water Advisory Lifted for BPU Water Customers Along Route 394
The Chautauqua County Health Department lifted its boil water advisory on Saturday for Jamestown BPU water customers along Route 394. The advisory had been in effect since Wednesday, September 8th. It affected water customers located north of … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Proposes Banning Expanded Polystyrene Foam Containers, ‘Packing Peanuts’
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has proposed banning expanded polystyrene foam containers and loose fill packaging, commonly referred to as 'packing peanuts.' The regulation would go into effect January 1st, 2022. The … [Read more...]
State Senator George Borrello Appointed to Civil Air Patrol
State Senator George Borrello has been appointed as a major in the Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, during a ceremony at his office in Olean. Civil Air Patrol Western New York Commander Major Ralph Bailey and Deputy Commander Captain … [Read more...]
Brian Benjamin Sworn In As NYS Next Lieutenant Governor
Former State Senator Brian Benjamin has been sworn in as New York's next Lieutenant Governor. The ceremony was held Thursday morning in Manhattan. Benjamin will be first in line to succeed Governor Kathy Hochul should she no longer be able to … [Read more...]
Remembrance Ceremony for 20th Anniversary of 9-11 To Be Held in Mayville
The local American Legion and Chautauqua County Veterans Council will hold a ceremony in remembrance of the September 11, 2001 terrorists attacks at noon tomorrow in Mayville. It will be held in front of the Chautauqua County Courthouse on 1 North … [Read more...]
The United Way Kicked Off Its Annual Campaign to Raise $1.3 Million Thursday
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County held a block party to kick off its annual campaign Thursday. The goal for this year is $1.3 million dollars. Executive Director Amy Rohler said they have a new way for people to donate this year, "Text … [Read more...]
Hot Spot Cafe Awarded ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ Award by JCC SBDC
The Hot Spot Cafe has been recognized with an "Entrepreneur of the Year" award by the Small Business Development Center at Jamestown Community College. SBDC Director Courtney Curatolo said owner Hector Alverio worked with the SBDC on his plans to … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Infinity Holding Local Music Showcase and Art Market on Saturday
WRFARadio · Arts on Fire - Stephanie Rodgers Discusses Infinity Local Music Showcase and Art Market Infinity Visual and Performing Arts will host their Annual Local Music Showcase and Art Market tomorrow from 12pm to 8pm at Basil and Bones … [Read more...]
