The village of Lakewood's proposed $5.3 million budget for 2024-2025 raises the tax rate by 12-cents. Expenditures in the proposed budget are up $612,611 from the current year's budget. Health costs saw the biggest increase of $322,471 compared … [Read more...]
April 15-19 is ‘Work Zone Awareness Week’ in NYS
This week is "Work Zone Awareness Week" in New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul said the state is recognizing April 15 to 19 with the national theme of “Work Zones are temporary. Actions behind the wheel can last forever.” State landmarks will … [Read more...]
Concerns Over Short Term Rental Zoning Update Voiced At Lakewood Public Hearing
Around 20 people attended a public hearing on a proposed short term rental zoning code update for the village of Lakewood. Consultant Molly Gaudioso from Colliers Engineering & Design spoke to the updates to the village's zoning code that … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul, State Leaders Have Preliminary Agreement on State Budget
Governor Kathy Hochul and New York legislative leaders have come to a preliminary agreement on the state budget. Hochul's original proposed spending plan $233 billion would increase to $237 billion. However, voting on the plan is not expected … [Read more...]
City To Apply For Restore NY Grants For Prendergast Landing, Furniture Mart Building Projects
The City of Jamestown plans to apply for state funding for two redevelopment projects. The Jamestown Department of Development put out a notice of its intent to apply for Restore New York grant funding for the property at 106-108 Fairmount Avenue, … [Read more...]
JCC Hosting Global Learning Showcase Today
Jamestown Community College is hosting a Global Learning Showcase today on the Jamestown campus. The free event is open to the public and starts at 11:00 a.m. in the Student Union of the Hamilton Collegiate Center. A flag dedication with speakers … [Read more...]
New Yorkers Asked to Turn Off Non-Essential Outdoor Lighting To Help Migrating Birds
New Yorkers are asked to turn off non-essential outdoor lighting to protect migrating birds as they navigate night skies. The State Department of Environmental Conservation and Office of General Services encourages people to participate in the … [Read more...]
JPD Asking For Help In Finding Missing Woman
Jamestown Police are asking the public for help in finding a young woman who has been missing since January. JPD said 23-year-old Amber Harrington is considered a missing endangered person / vulnerable adult. She was last seen in the Buffalo … [Read more...]
NYS Office of Cannabis Management Gains Authority To Issue Provisional Licenses To Retail Applicants
New York’s Cannabis Control Board expanded cannabis regulators’ authority to issue provisional licenses and approved 101 new adult-use cannabis licenses during a Thursday morning meeting. CCB members unanimously approved a measure that gives the … [Read more...]
New Yorkers Reminded To Remove, Secure Outdoor Food Sources That Attract Black Bears
New Yorkers are reminded to remove or secure outdoor food sources that may attract black bears. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said that throughout the spring and early summer months, black bears … [Read more...]
