MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County lawmakers this month will be acting on a resolution to borrow $4 million to help pay for the upgrade of the Department of Public Facilities’ shop in Falconer. The Jamestown Post-Journal is reporting that the Chautauqua … [Read more...]
Governor Launches Anti-Hunger Task Force, Appoints SWCS Superintendent
ALBANY - The top administrator at Southwestern Central School has been appointed to a statewide agency aimed at fighting hunger. On Monday Governor Andrew Cuomo announced the creation of the New York State Anti-Hunger Task Force, which will bring … [Read more...]
Humane Society Waives Adoption Fees for Cats
JAMESTOWN - Due to overcrowding, the Chautauqua County Humane Society is waiving all fees on cat adoptions of all ages. Once space is created at the shelter, more animals can be accepted and sheltered from the rough climate during the winter months. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Acoustic Nation Episode 59 ft. Chautauqua Music’s Christmas for Kids Organizers
Episode 59 of Acoustic Nation, originally airing Dec. 5, 2013 and featuring the organizers of the inaugural Chautauqua Music Christmas for Kids drive, taking place at Shawbucks on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013. ABOUT: Acoustic Nation is a two-hour radio … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Static Intentional – Episode 9, December 4 2013
Episode 9 of Static Intentional, featuring underground noise, doom, sludge and grindcore music, is now online. Music selected by Jamestown-area musician and promoter George Moore (Cryptic Yeast and Furniture City Hardcore). This is George’s second … [Read more...]
Downtown Jamestown Holiday Parade is Tonight
JAMESTOWN - One of the biggest events of the year is happening tonight in downtown Jamestown. Thousands of people are expected to line the streets of downtown Jamestown to get a glimpse of the annual Downtown Jamestown Holiday Parade, presented by … [Read more...]
City Police Announce Street Closings for Friday’s Parade
JAMESTOWN - As a result of tonight’s parade and related festivities, street closings will begin at 3 p.m. throughout the downtown. Third Street between Prendergast Avenue and Hallock Street will close at 3 p.m. In addition, all intersecting side … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] NY State Education Commissioner John King, Jr. Public Forum on Education, Jamestown NY
(Recorded Dec. 4, 2013 at Jamestown High School, Jamestown NY) New York Education Commissioner John King, Jr. hosts a public educational forum to discuss the Common Core Learning Standards and the New York State Board of Regents’ reform agenda. … [Read more...]
Rally for NRG Power Plant Set for Saturday
DUNKIRK - A major rally will be taking place on Saturday in Dunkirk in an effort to show solidarity and support for saving the NRG Power Plant. Assemblyman Andy Goodell (R,C,I-Chautauqua) is encouraging local residents to join him, Senator Cathy … [Read more...]
Jamestown Business Owner Jailed Following Drug Arrest
JAMESTOWN - A business owner on Jamestown’s east side has been arrested on drug-related charges. Jamestown police say 42 year-old Gerald Slaughter, owner and operator of Gerald’s Barbershop at 941 E. Second St., was arrested on Thursday following an … [Read more...]
