With at least one case being reported in Chautauqua County, the measles vaccination rates for children age two and under in the county are at 85.6%. The New York State Health Department provides measles vaccination rates by county and by zip code … [Read more...]
Leigh Anne Jordan Appointed As Jamestown’s New City Clerk
Leigh Anne Jordan has been appointed as Jamestown’s new City Clerk. Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund brought the appointment before City Council for approval Monday, August 31, 2026. Jordan is replacing Jennifer Williams who is leaving the position to … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Charged With Arson In Prendergast Avenue Fire
A Jamestown man has been arrested on arson charges for a recent house fire on Prendergast Avenue. Jamestown Police said an investigation into a fire at 629 Prendergast Avenue on August 25, 2026 determined that the cause was suspicious. Police … [Read more...]
Office For Aging Services Holding Public Hearing On Annual Plan
The Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services will gather community input on its proposed 2026-27 Annual Update to its Four-Year Plan September 8. The public hearing will begin at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 8, 2026. There are several options … [Read more...]
St. Susan Center Presenting Cooking Competition ‘The Battle Of The Badges: The Ladle Showdown’
St. Susan Center will present cooking competition, the Battle of the Badges: The Ladle Showdown, starting September 3. Four years ago, St. Susan Center launched So You Think You Can Cook, a community soup competition. The beloved event now returns … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Has First Confirmed Case Of Measles In 30 Years
Chautauqua County has confirmed its first case of measles in 30 years. The Chautauqua County Health Department announced that its a lab-confirmed case and that the department is working with the individual and appropriate health care partners to … [Read more...]
Motorists Urged To Use Caution As Jamestown Students Go Back To School Sept. 2
Motorists are urged to use caution as students in Jamestown go back to school this week. Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said there will be lots of traffic around the city, “...with staff coming back, and then we will … [Read more...]
Trail Revitalization Work On Earl Cardot Eastland Overland Trail Complete
Phase V of trails revitalization work on the Earl Cardot Eastside Overland Trail has been completed. The work was done on the trail in Boutwell Hill State Forest by Trail Construction Associates. The project was a joint effort between the New … [Read more...]
Two Events Planned For Suicide Awareness Month
The Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County has two events planned for September as part of Suicide Awareness Month. The United for Hope Recognition Walk is set for Saturday, September 12 in Ellery Town Park. The walk will provide an … [Read more...]
Humane Society, WNY Whole Body Health Host Wellness And Whiskers Event Sept. 2
The Chautauqua County Humane Society and WNY Whole Body Health are holding a Wellness & Whiskers event September 2. The evening is dedicated to exploring the connection between human wellness and the well-being of pets. It will take place at … [Read more...]
