The Lucile M. Wright Air Museum in the Hotel Jamestown Building will reopen to the public on August 1. The museum is now under the curatorship of Dennis Webster. Its mission is to cultivate an interest in aviation among young people, along with … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
County Legislature Approves Performance Measures For Planning & Development Dept., Votes Down Job Growth Goal
The Chautauqua County Legislature approved performance measures for the Planning & Development Department, but voted down an amendment to add job creation goals. The goals approved include improving the quality of life of all county residents, … [Read more...]
NYSDOT To Construct Temporary Exit To Bemus Point Off Chautauqua Lake Bridge
The New York State Department of Transportation has announced the construction of a temporary eastbound exit ramp off I-86 to restore direct access to Bemus Point’s central business district. The project is in response to concerns raised by … [Read more...]
Humane Society Participating in ASPCA’s ‘Rescue Effect’ Campaign
The Chautauqua County Humane Society has announced that it will participate in the ASPCA’s Rescue Effect campaign to raise awareness about the importance of pet adoption and place more animals into loving homes. During this effort, CCHS will offer … [Read more...]
NYS Attorney General Releases Body Cam Footage In Death Of Mina Man
New York State Attorney General Letitia James has released body-worn camera footage that her office obtained as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of Mark Bemis. Bemis died on June 18, 2025 following an encounter with members of the … [Read more...]
Resolutions To Update Noise Ordinance, Dog Impoundment Fees On City Council Voting Agenda
A resolution to update the City of Jamestown’s noise ordinance is on City Council’s agenda tonight. The resolution under new business would add language that allows Jamestown Police to have a car towed and impounded as a public nuisance after the … [Read more...]
Stolen Antique Buoys Returned To Lawson Center
A citizen tip has led to the recovery of antique metal mooring buoys stolen in 2016 from the outdoor display of the Lawson Boating Heritage Center in Bemus Point. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office said mooring buoys are floating devices … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Institution Week Six Focuses On Global Rise Of Authoritarianism
The week six programming for Chautauqua Institution will focus on the global rise of authoritarianism and the resilience of democratic institutions. As nations around the world grapple with political polarization and shifting power structure, this … [Read more...]
Man Arrested In Connection With Shooting In Jamestown
A Jamestown man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that happened early Thursday morning on the eastside. Jamestown Police said officers responded to East Second Street near Cheney just before 1:00 a.m. for a reported gunshot … [Read more...]
Two Arrested For Torturing Dog
Two people have been arrested for torturing a dog following a domestic violence incident in Jamestown. Jamestown Police report officers were called to a house on the southside of the city around 5:30 p.m. Thursday. An investigation found that … [Read more...]
