WASHINGTON - Area congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) announced this week that he will be supporting legislation that he says will help to protect social security. Currently, social Security has two components, the disability insurance (SSDI) program … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Arrested Following Investigation into Brooklyn Square Armed Robbery
JAMESTOWN - A city man has been arrested following an attempted robbery Wednesday night at a 24-hour pharmacy and convenience store in Brooklyn Square. City police say 31 year old Timothy Thomas is accused of entering the Rite Aid at 50 S. Main … [Read more...]
Three Charged Following Discovery of Meth Lab in Dunkirk
DUNKIRK - Another methamphetamine lab in Chautauqua County has landed three in jail. According to the Chautauqua county sheriff’s office, 48 year old William Tolbert, 32 year old Barry Mead, and 22 year old Kelsie Briggs have all been charged in … [Read more...]
Jamestown, Seven other Districts Prepare for Small Cities Lawsuit, Scheduled to Begin Jan. 21
ALBANY - A lawsuit involving Jamestown Public Schools along with seven other schools and the state of New York should begin to move forward later this month in Albany. Jamestown Public School Superintendent Tim Mains says opening arguments in the … [Read more...]
Westfield Woman Charged with Assaulting Officer Following Tasing Incident
WESTFIELD - A Westfield woman who was tased by Sheriff Deputies following an incident that took place New Years Eve is now in the county jail on $50,000 bail. Chautauqua County Sheriff Deputies released a report on Tuesday detailing the incident, … [Read more...]
City Man Arrested After Officers Find Loaded Hand Guns in Apartment
JAMESTOWN - A city man is in the county jail for possession of several illegal fire arms. City police were sent to the lower apartment at 33 Broadhead Ave. on New Year’s Day to respond to what has only been described as a “suspicious situation.” … [Read more...]
Young Warns Residents to Be Vigilant Against IRS Scams
ALBANY - Senator Catharine Young (R,I,C- Olean) is warning area residents to be on the lookout in response to an ongoing phone scam that has already plagued several local residents. The scam begins with a resident receiving a call from someone … [Read more...]
Lake Effect Snow Warning, Wind Chill Advisory Issued for Chautauqua County
BUFFALO - The national weather service has issued a Lake effect Snow Warning for Chautauqua County running from 4 p.m. Tuesday until 10 a.m. Wednesday. In addition, a wind chill advisory is in place for the region from 10 a.m. Wednesday until 10 a.m. … [Read more...]
City Council Considering $3,000,000 Bonding Proposal
JAMESTOWN - The city of Jamestown will be looking to borrow up to $3,000,000 to help pay for equipment purchases as well as several emergency projects. During Monday night’s city council work session, Jamestown city comptroller Joe Bellitto and … [Read more...]
Johnson Foundation Presents $250,000 Grant to Jamestown Renaissance Corporation
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation joined the Johnson Foundation Monday to make an important announcement that will go a long way in helping to beautify and improve neighborhoods throughout the city. This will continue to fund our … [Read more...]
