MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Gov. Andrew Cuomo was in Jamestown Thursday afternoon to announce the state's commitment to the National Comedy Center (NCC). "I believe in it. I want to invest in it on behalf of the state of New York, and … [Read more...]
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WNYPHA Reminds Residents to Be Vigilant Against Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases
MAYVILLE - The Western New York Public Health Alliance (WNYPHA) is urging residents and visitors to take precautions to avoid tick-borne illnesses. In a media release sent out on Thursday, the alliance said that mot all ticks can cause disease and … [Read more...]
Roller Derby Team to Raise Awareness of Suicide Prevention by Changing Seating Terminology
JAMESTOWN - The Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention will be honored as the spotlight charity by the Warrin’ Wrecking Dolls roller derby team at their upcoming bout on Saturday, Aug. 5 as they continue to break down stigma and raise suicide … [Read more...]
Governor Cuomo, Jim Gaffigan Highlight Thursday’s Events for Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
JAMESTOWN - The 2017 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival goes into full swing Thursday with more than a dozen different events scheduled to take place in Jamestown and Chautauqua Institution. Highlighting today’s events will be an appearance by Governor … [Read more...]
Assessment Study Finds No Cheap Solution to Address Historic Arcade Building
JAMESTOWN - The Gebbie Foundation has released information from a recent assessment study of the Arcade building, performed by C&S Engineers Inc. READ REPORT'S EXECUTIVE SUMMARY READ COMPLETE REPORT The study found that the vacant … [Read more...]
Cuomo Says He’ll Fight Collins’ SAGA Legislation if Approved in Congress and Signed by President
ALBANY - Gov. Andrew Cuomo is slamming a federal bill proposed by Congressman Rep. Chris Collins (NY-27, R-Clarence) that would override much of the governor’s SAFE Act gun control law. Collins plan, announced Monday, would limit a state's … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy’s Annual Meeting is Sunday, Aug. 6 in Mayville
MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy will hold its 2017 annual meeting dinner and 1,000-acre celebration this Sunday at Webb's Captain's Table Restaurant in Mayville. This year's featured speaker will be Thomas A. Small, who will talk … [Read more...]
Following Stalled Repeal Effort, Reed’s Problem Solvers Caucus Announces Proposal to Update Obamacare
WASHINGTON - A coalition of House Republicans and Democrats have agreed to a proposal to update the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. The Problem Solvers caucus - co-chaired by local Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY-23) and Josh … [Read more...]
Reed Responds to Trump’s Comments Urging ‘Upper’ New York Residents to Seek Better Prospects Elsewhere
WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) says he doesn’t agree with recent statements made by President Donald Trump, suggesting Upstate New Yorkers move elsewhere for better job prospects and not worry about their homes. But, the corning … [Read more...]
Council Tables Street Abandonment Resolution Following Public Hearing
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council will wait to act on abandoning a street on the south side of town until after it drafts a letter of understanding stating it will address drainage and other issues in that area. During Monday’s city council … [Read more...]
