MAYVILLE - Jury selection continues this week in the trial of an Elmira man who was one of four people charged in connection to the town of Carroll Double Homicide, which took place in April 2013. On Tuesday, attorneys continued jury selection in … [Read more...]
Horrigan to Present 2015 Budget to Legislature Wednesday Night
MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County legislature will be meeting tonight in Mayville for its monthly voting session. In addition to acting on several resolutions, lawmakers will also hear from Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan – who will present … [Read more...]
Reed Agrees to Three Debates with Robertson, Including One with Jamestown Post-Journal
The two candidates running for the state’s 23rd Congressional District, which includes all of Chautauqua County, will hold a total of three debates prior to the November Election. On Tuesday Congressman Tom Reed’s campaign announced it had agreed … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office, County Health Dept. Announce Local Participation in Prescription Drug Take Back Day
MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services (CCDHHS) are reminding residents that unused or expired medications can present a serious threat to public health and are urging them to … [Read more...]
Kallie’s Krusade Benefit Scheduled for Oct. 4, Registration for Various Events Still Taking Place
JAMESTOWN - On Saturday, October 4th the second annual Kallie’s Krusade Benefit Fundraiser will take place. Kallie's Krusade is named for local resident Kallie Swan, who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in August 2013. … [Read more...]
State Launches Website to Combat Growing Heroin Problem, Offer Resources for Those Seeking Help
ALBANY - New York State is announcing a new effort in the war against heroin. On Monday Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the “Combat Heroin” campaign – which is designed to inform and educate New Yorkers about the risks of heroin and prescription … [Read more...]
Governor Announces New State Laws to Deal with Climate Change
ALBANY - Governor Andrew M. Cuomo on Monday signed into law the Community Risk and Resiliency Act to strengthen New York State’s preparedness for the effects of climate change and help protect communities against severe weather and sea level … [Read more...]
JPS Named Inaugural Class of Emerging STEM School Systems
JAMESTOWN – At its first meeting in the 2014-15 school year, the WNY STEM Hub recognized Jamestown Public Schools as one of 29 school systems in five counties for their commitment to enhancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) … [Read more...]
BPU Extends Yard Waste Site Hour for Fall Season
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities is extending Saturday hours at the Monroe Street Yard Waste Site for the remainder of the season, beginning Saturday, Sept. 27. Saturday hours will now run from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. until the 2014 … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – 2014 Roundtable Discussion on Economic Development in Jamestown
Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample moderates a roundtable discussion on economic development in Jamestown, NY. The show coincided with WRFA's 10th Anniversary Celebration and was recorded on Friday, … [Read more...]
