The 40th Anniversary 13 year-old Babe Ruth World Series kicks off this weekend in Jamestown, starting with a "Parade of Champions" tonight. The parade starts at 6pm and will feature all 10 teams represented in the World Series as well as floats … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Grace Hanlon Cross-Endorsed as Nominee for NYS Supreme Court Justice
Chautauqua County resident Grace Hanlon has been nominated by western New York Democratic Party officials to be one of four nominees for New York State Supreme Court Justice. Hanlon was also cross-endorsed by the Republican, Conservative, and … [Read more...]
Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul Distancing Self From Outgoing Governor Cuomo
Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul distanced herself from outgoing Governor Andrew Cuomo in her first news conference Wednesday since Cuomo announced his resignation. Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday with impeachment looming following the release of a … [Read more...]
County Officials Recommending Masks Indoors With Uptick in Delta Variant COVID-19 Cases
Chautauqua County officials are recommending "common sense" with increases in area COVID-19 cases. County Public Health Director Christine Schuyler said the Delta variant is likely what is causing cases to rise locally, "We know that the State … [Read more...]
Concerns and Questions Raised About Lutheran Housing Project at Jamestown Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Several people spoke against or had questions at the Jamestown Zoning Board of Appeals meeting about a variance petition by Lutheran Social Services for a new housing project at its Falconer Street campus. Lutheran requested that the petition be … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Appoints Cindy Johnson as Love Elementary Principal
The Jamestown Board of Education has appointed Cindy Johnson as the new principal of Love Elementary School beginning August 16th. Mrs. Johnson is currently the principal at the Raymond J. Fashano Technology Academy. Love Elementary School’s current … [Read more...]
United Way of Southern Chautauqua County Announces 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has announced that Mark and Christine Tarbrake will be the 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs. The theme for this year’s campaign is “Help Today Gives Hope Tomorrow.” Christine has been employed with M&T Bank … [Read more...]
Local Leaders React to Governor Cuomo’s Resignation
Local leaders reacted to the news of Governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation. Both U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand thanked the women who stepped forward to tell their stories of being sexually harassed, calling them … [Read more...]
Residents Urge Jamestown School Board to Change ‘Red Raider’ Name
Seven residents, including members of the Jamestown Human Rights Commission, urged the Jamestown School Board to also change the "Red Raider" name in addition to the planned change of the mascot. Human Rights Commission member and Jamestown … [Read more...]
JPS Superintendent Whitaker To Release School Reopening Info by Friday
Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said he anticipates having more information about school reopening by Friday. Whitaker said he and other district superintendents and school leaders had received a letter from State Education … [Read more...]
