JAMESTOWN - The Chautauqua Region Community Foundation recently hosted a #GiveThanks Campaign, asking community members to submit the name of a local nonprofit organization they are thankful for this season, and why. The response was overwhelming … [Read more...]
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The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
City Council Passes 2018 Budget with $947,000 in Additional State Aid
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council approved the $35.7 million, 2018 city budget Monday night during its November voting session by a vote of 7 to 1. The vote came after councilman and finance committee chair Tony Dolce announced that state … [Read more...]
Budget Highlights City Council November Voting Session
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council will meet Monday in city hall for its monthly voting session. During the meeting, council members are expected to vote on the proposed $35.7 million 2018 city budget. When the budget was presented by Mayor … [Read more...]
Public Hearing on $1 Million State Funding Request for Long-Vacant Downtown Building is Monday Night
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council will host a Public Hearing Monday night, Nov. 27, to consider an application for state funding to help restore a downtown building that’s been closed for more than a decade. According to a recent public … [Read more...]
Hunter Charged After Firing Rifle at Pickup Truck
NORTH HARMONY - An Ohio man is facing charges after firing a rifle at a pickup truck he reportedly mistook for a deer. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office says 26-year-old Marvin Miller of Middlefield, Ohio fired a round at the truck at about … [Read more...]
Sherman Woman Fatally Shot After Being Mistaken for Deer by Hunter
SHERMAN, NY -The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal shooting accident that took place early Wednesday night near 2998 Armenian Road. According to the sheriff's office media release, deputies and the Sherman Fire Department … [Read more...]
Six Paintings from Prendergast Library Collection Fail to Sell at Auction, Three Others Sell for $507,750
Artwork Sales Total $846,150 with 12 Paintings Sold NEW YORK - Three more paintings from the James Prendegast Library Art Collection sold at auction on Tuesday, Nov. 21, but six others that were also up for sale didn't receive a single … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Charter Violation, Long-Term Budget Planning, Library Funding Addressed During Budget Hearing
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE The Jamestown City Council Monday night hosted a public hearing on the 2018 City Budget, with only three individuals on hand to share their thoughts on the $35.7 million spending plan that includes a $947,000 … [Read more...]
Top Three City Council At Large Candidates Remain Unchanged from Election Night
JAMESTOWN - Even though it was declared “Too Close to Call” the day after Election Day, there were no significant changes in the Jamestown City Council At Large Race, which resulted in current city council president Greg Rabb being ousted. The … [Read more...]
Public Hearing on 2018 City Budget is Monday Night
JAMESTOWN - City residents and business owners wanting to offer comment on the proposed 2018 city budget can do so Monday Night at city hall. The $35.7 million spending plan includes a budget deficit of $947,000, along with a 0.88 percent property … [Read more...]
