Many areas across Chautauqua County received at least 2 inches of rain this past weekend, with the town of Gerry receiving almost 5 inches. The National Weather Service in Buffalo released rainfall reports for midnight Saturday, July 17th through … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Sts. Peter & Paul Facing Child Victim’s Act Lawsuit
Saints Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church in Jamestown is being sued in Chautauqua County Supreme Court under the Child Victim's Act. The late Father John Lewandowski is accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year old victim in 1962. According to … [Read more...]
Jamestown Municipal Band Set to Perform Three Concerts at Allen Park Bandshell
The Jamestown Municipal Band will be hold a series of three concerts at the Goranson Bandshell in Allen Park starting this Wednesday. Municipal Band Director Rick Lundquist said they're happy to be back especially after having to cancel the 2020 … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Blind Association Celebrating 100 Years of Service
The Chautauqua Blind Association is celebrating 100 years of service in Chautauqua County. CBA Vision Rehabilitation Services Executive Director Joni Blackman said many of the services provided today are consistent with what's been offered over the … [Read more...]
Septic Sewer Replacement Grant Monies Available for Parts of Chautauqua Lake, Findley Lake
The Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services has received a grant to help lakeshore property owners partially fund septic sewer replacement on parts of Chautauqua Lake and all of Findley Lake. The new grant program is funded by … [Read more...]
Governor Signs Bills Renaming I-86 Bridges for Local Vietnam War Heroes
Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed two bills to rename bridges on Interstate 86 in honor of Randolph-area Vietnam War heroes Corporal William James Hillard II and Sergeant David Lockwood. The Corporal William James Hillard II Memorial Bridge crosses … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Child Pornography Case
A Jamestown man has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for producing and possessing child pornography. U.S. Attorney James Kennedy said 40-year old James Chapman offered money to and had sex with victims who were minors, filming them with his cell … [Read more...]
Congressman Tom Reed Expresses Concerns About Debt, Currency, & Geopolitical Realignment at Chamber Lunch
Congressman Tom Reed cautioned there are storms on the horizon for the United States at the Chautauqua Chamber of Commerce's Annual Congressional Lunch. Reed said a new geopolitical alignment, currency issues, and debt are the some of the main … [Read more...]
39 Local Organizations Taking Part in ‘Give 716 Day’
There are 39 local non-profit organizations taking part in today's "Give 716 Day." The day of giving was created by the Buffalo Bills Foundation and Buffalo Sabres Foundation to bring awareness and develop deeper, more meaningful connections … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Institution – Week Four Programming- ‘Navigating Our Divides’
The Week Four theme for Chautauqua Institution's programming is “Navigating Our Divides.” The 10:30 a.m. Chautauqua Lecture Series program speakers will discuss the various geographies, economies, cultures and beliefs that make up America and how we … [Read more...]
