Jamestown Public Schools students will face new policies regarding smartphones when they go back to school in September. The Jamestown School Board approved the Students and Personal Electronic Devices policy at their meeting Monday night. This … [Read more...]
Vehicles Violating Noise Ordinance Face Towing After 3 Tickets
Motorists who violate Jamestown’s noise ordinance three times can now face having their vehicle towed by the City. Jamestown City Council passed the update to the City’s Noise ordinance Monday night that adds language to allow Jamestown Police … [Read more...]
Former JHS Principal, City Council Member Jim McElrath Honored In Death
Many are mourning the loss of former Jamestown High School Principal and former City Council member at large James McElrath Sr. who died July 25. McElrath was 89. He was served the Jamestown Public Schools district for 26 years, most notably … [Read more...]
Lucile M. Wright Air Museum Reopens August 1
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...]
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...]
[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors – July 21, 2025
Craig Robbins is a NYS full-time licensed hunting and fishing guide for 25 years. Through guiding he has successfully guided thousands of fishing clients and their families on Chautauqua Lake to their fishing trip of a lifetime. As a hunting guide … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] The Swedish Hour – July 27, 2025
Take a tour of Scandinavia without ever leaving Jamestown. The Swedish Hour is hosted by Gerd Brigiotta and provides listeners with a weekly opportunity to explore a wide and diverse selection of traditional Scandinavian music. Sundays at 3 a.m. (9 … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Chelsea O of Stress Dolls – July 25, 2025
Chelsea O of Buffalo band Stress Dolls chats about her upcoming Westfield show at Lake Shore Center for the Arts, Chelsea's musical history with Chautauqua County, hosting The Scene on The Bridge as well as performing a few songs off the latest … [Read more...]
