The $4.5 million construction project at the Northwest Arena is complete. The expansion included relocation and reconfiguration of staff office space, improvements to the Erie News Now Café, the addition of a snack bar immediately outside the … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Watkins Glen Man Arrested for Making Threats Against Congressman Tom Reed
A Watkins Glen man has been charged with throwing a brick through Congressman Tom Reed's Campaign Office at leaving a dead rat at the Congressman's home in Steuben County. WETM reports that Corning Police and the FBI arrested Jack Kahabka and charged … [Read more...]
I-86 Bridge in Randolph to be Renamed for Vietnam Veteran
State Senator George Borrello has announced the I-86 Bridge in Randolph will be named the Sergeant David Lockwood Memorial Bridge. Borrello said Sergeant Lockwood, a Salamanca native, served in Vietnam. During his military service he received the … [Read more...]
RTPI Celebrates Opening of Art & Nature Trail Saturday
The Roger Tory Peterson Institute will celebrate the opening of its new Art & Nature Trail Saturday. The day-long event from 10am to 4pm will feature live music, food, drink and a live chainsaw carving demonstration. RTPI commissioned "Vince … [Read more...]
Suspect in Attempted Robbery of Lakeshore Savings Bank Arrested
Jamestown Police have arrested one of the suspects in the attempted bank robbery of Lakeshore Savings Bank early Saturday morning. JPD says 34-year old Dakota Kaltenbach has been charged with third degree attempted larceny and criminal tampering. He … [Read more...]
Jamestown Tarp Skunks Hold Very First Home Game Tonight
The Jamestown Tarp Skunks hold their very first home game tonight at Russell E. Diethrick Jr. Stadium. This is the first season for the team that's part of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League. Local group, Jamestown Community Baseball LLC, … [Read more...]
Over 100 Non-Profits, Including WRFA, Taking Part in Today’s GiveBigCHQ
Over one hundred local organizations, including WRFA, are taking part in today's 4th annual Give Big CHQ. The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation developed the day as a way to increase giving capacity for local non-profits. CRCF Executive … [Read more...]
State Legislature Passes Bill Easing Costs for Broadband Infrastructure Build Out
The State Legislature has passed a bill co-sponsored by State Senator George Borrello that could help expand access to broadband service in rural areas. Senator Borrello said the bill will ease the cost and operational obstacles faced by broadband … [Read more...]
Study Recommends NRG Power Plant Be Redeveloped as a Data Center
A study on the potential reuse of the NRG Power Plant in the City of Dunkirk recommended redeveloping the site as a data center. The City of Dunkirk, Chautauqua County, and consultant, Bergmann, presented the findings on Tuesday. The study … [Read more...]
BPU’s 22nd Annual ‘Cents for St. Susan’s’ Campaign Has Begun
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities has announced its 22nd year of the utility’s annual “Cents for St. Susan’s” campaign that raises funds from the community for St. Susan Center. Yellow “Cents for St. Susan’s” coin canisters have been placed … [Read more...]
