Three Chautauqua County organizations that serve veterans will receive nearly $950,000 in capital grants. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the more than $40 million in the Nonprofit Infrastructure Capital Investment Program and the Veterans’ … [Read more...]
Independence Day Celebrations Have Begun In Chautauqua County
Independence Day celebrations have already begun across Chautauqua County. Tonight in Silver Creek, the annual Fourth of July Fireworks and Music event will feature the 2nd Time Around Band performing from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Village Ball … [Read more...]
City Reminds Residents That Fireworks Are Illegal in NYS
The City of Jamestown is reminding residents that fireworks are illegal in New York State. The City urged people to celebrate safely and legally by attending fireworks shows at locations with proper approval for launching fireworks. A press … [Read more...]
BPU Closed Thursday In Observance of Independence Day
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Garbage and recycling will not be collected on Thursday but will be delayed until the following day on Friday, July 5. Friday’s normal … [Read more...]
Municipal Band To Perform Patriotic Salute At Allen Park Bandshell
The Jamestown Municipal Band will perform a Patriotic Salute at the Allen Park Bandshell tonight. The free concert starts at 7:00 p.m. at the Goranson Bandshell. The Allen Park Women's Club will be selling refreshments. … [Read more...]
Jamestown YMCA Now Offering Summer Feeding Program in Greater Jamestown Area
The Jamestown YMCA is again sponsoring free meals for children age 18 and under this summer. Food will be available at the various sites across Jamestown and surrounding communities Mondays through Fridays as of Monday, July … [Read more...]
Bipartisan Legislation To End Blood Quantum For Tribal Communities Filed in U.S. Senate
U.S. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Steve Daines (R-MT) have introduced legislation to end blood quantum rule for tribal communities. The bipartisan Tribal Border Crossing Parity Act would eliminate the 50% blood quantum requirement for … [Read more...]
County Now Accepting Applications For Bed Tax Grants
Chautauqua County's 2025 Bed Tax Grant Program is now accepting applications. Municipalities, for-profit, and nonprofit partners can apply for funding now until October 1, 2024. The Tourism Product Development Grant Program is funded through … [Read more...]
Jamestown’s Smoking Ordinance Now Includes Cannabis
The City of Jamestown's smoking ordinance now includes cannabis. The update passed by City Council at their June voting session prohibits the use of tobacco, tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, and cannabis or herbal cigarettes on property … [Read more...]
Research Finds Bird Flu Stays Stable On Milking Equipment For At Least An Hour
Research has found that bird flu, or H5N1 virus, stays stable on milking equipment for at least one hour. The report came from researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Emory University in Emerging Infectious … [Read more...]
