New York State will issue an additional $30 million in emergency food aid for families across the state as federal funding cuts impact residents’ food benefits. The announcement of the additional funding follows the $11 million in emergency food aid … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Jamestown Farmers Market Making $15 Voucher Available To SNAP Recipients
The Jamestown Farmers Market will be assisting those who receive SNAP with a $15 voucher to use at the market. Market officials said starting Saturday, November 1, anyone who presents a valid EBT card and SNAP Determination Letter will receive $15 … [Read more...]
Town Of Ripley Lifts Water Conservation Order
The Town of Ripley has announced that the water conservation order issued for Water District customers on October 10, 2025 has been lifted. Town Officials and water operators have confirmed that the reservoir has returned to near normal levels for … [Read more...]
Outdoor Enthusiasts Encouraged To Avoid Caves, Mines In Order Not To Disturb Hibernating Bats
Outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to refrain from visiting caves and mines during the fall and winter months. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said those who take these actions help reduce human disturbance to … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council To Vote On Increasing Fees
Jamestown City Council will vote on increasing several different fees tonight. Council will vote to increase fees under the Department of Development. Staff say permit fees have not been adjusted in several years while administrative costs have … [Read more...]
Funding For HEAP In Danger With Continued Government Shutdown
Funding for the HEAP program is in danger with the continued government shutdown. The program provides more than $287 million in heating assistance. This includes helping to pay for utilities or a fuel delivery during cold weather months, to more … [Read more...]
Four State Roads To Be Paved In Chautauqua County In 2026
New York State will pave four state roads in Chautauqua County in 2026 at a cost of $6.2 million. The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) will invest more than $600 million in over 180 paving projects across the state to be … [Read more...]
Reg Lenna To Celebrate 50th Anniversary Of Rocky Horror Picture Show
The Reg Lenna Center for The Arts will celebrate the 50th anniversary of cult film, the Rocky Horror Picture Show, with a viewing this Friday, October 31. In the movie, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon), stuck with a … [Read more...]
Pearl City Clay House Invites Artists To Submit Artwork For ‘100 Under $100’ Exhibit
Pearl City Clay House is inviting regional artists and makers to submit artwork for its annual “100 Under $100” Exhibition. The exhibit will open Saturday, December 13, 2025, in conjunction with Infinity’s Holiday Art Market Fundraiser. This … [Read more...]
County Legislature Passes $309.7 Million 2026 Budget With 54-Cent Tax Rate Decrease
The Chautauqua County Legislature has passed a $309.7 million budget that includes a 54-cents per thousand decrease in the tax rate. Jamestown Legislator Fred Larson proposed an amendment to the budget to take another $2 million from the … [Read more...]
