ALBANY - State police in western New York will be among the first across New York State to use drone technology to assist with law enforcement efforts. That’s according to Governor Andrew Cuomo, who announced on Wednesday the launch of the new … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Reed, Problem Solvers Caucus Discuss Infrastructure Spending Plan
WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) says one of his top priorities for 2018 is to focus on securing funding to address aging infrastructure across the country, including here in the New York State 23rd congressman … [Read more...]
MAST, Chamber President Congratulates New City Council, Voices Concern of Mayoral Appointments
[Editors Note: This story was revised on Jan. 12, 2018 to correct the details regarding how a member of the JLDC board of directors can be appointed, both under the original bylaws and under the new bylaws. WRFA had incorrectly stated the rules … [Read more...]
Jury Selection in Haffa Retrial Underway in Mayville
MAYVILLE - The jury selection is now underway in Chautauqua County Court for the retrial of the Cheektowaga man accused of attempted murder against a Chautauqua County Sheriff's deputy. According to the Post-Journal, no one was seated on Tuesday, … [Read more...]
Lakeview Shock Employee Arrested for Official Misconduct
BROCTON - A state corrections officer who lives in Arkwright is facing charges for allegedly having a personal relationship while employed at the Lakeview Shock Incarceration Facility in Brocton. According to State Police, 38 year old Matthew … [Read more...]
Busti Man Arrested on Warrant Following Traffic Stop in Jamestown
JAMESTOWN - A Busti man was arrested on a warrant earlier this week in connection to his alleged involvement with illegal gun and drug possession and also for operating a meth lab. According to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office, 37 year-old … [Read more...]
Buffalo Man Faces Federal Charges in Connection to 2012 Death of Cattaraugus County Resident
BUFFALO - The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Buffalo says a federal grand jury has returned a five-count indictment charging a Buffalo man believed to be connected to the 2012 death of a Cattaraugus County man. Federal officials say 25 year-old Jaron … [Read more...]
Randolph Man Pronounced Dead Following Motor Vehicle Fire
The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation into a fatal motor vehicle accident that took place Tuesday morning in Sinclairville. According to a media release from the Sheriff's Office, deputies were dispatched to Mill … [Read more...]
Carrubba Finds Seat on Board of Public Utilities, Rabb Begins New Four-Year Term
JAMESTOWN - With Marie Carrubba's election to president of the Jamestown City Council, she will also become a member of the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities. On Monday night the City Council acted on more than two dozen mayoral appointments to … [Read more...]
MAST Representation Returns to JLDC
JAMESTOWN - Over two dozen different mayoral appointments were approved by the Jamestown City Council during Monday night’s inaugural meeting. In addition to several re-appointments to the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, the council also … [Read more...]
