The State Cannabis Control Board has voted to extend the adult-use cannabis license application window from December 4 until Monday, December 18, 2023. This application window applies to all adult-use license types. OCM Executive Director Chris … [Read more...]
Jamestown’s Municipal Broadband Plan Included In State’s Action Plan
The City of Jamestown has been included in a state plan for broadband. Empire State Development has included the city's plan for creating a municipally-owned broadband infrastructure in its five-year action plan. The plan, which lays out a … [Read more...]
7th Annual Mark Pacheco WOW Fund Lip Sync Battle Set For Oct. 20
The 7th Annual Mark Pacheco WOW Fund Lip Sync Battle to benefit people with disabilities will take place this Friday, October 20. Doors open for the event at 6:00 p.m. with the show starting at 8:00 p.m. at the Celoron Legion, located at the … [Read more...]
City Council May Need To Add $170,497 in Funds To Proposed 2024 Budget
Jamestown City Council learned there could be at least $170,497 in funds they need to add to the proposed 2024 budget, possibly more, at its first set of budget hearings Monday night. Council heard presentations from the departments of … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Legislation Making Changes to Alcohol Laws
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that works to modernize New York’s alcohol laws. Hochul says this is in an effort to expand options for consumers, as well as support New York’s small businesses that serve alcoholic beverages. Part … [Read more...]
Rite Aid Has Filed For Bankruptcy
Major U.S. pharmacy chain Rite Aid has filed for bankruptcy. The Associated Press reports the company has obtained $3.45 billion in fresh financing as it carries out a restructuring plan while coping with falling sales and opioid-related … [Read more...]
County Sheriff’s Office Not Endorsing Fundraising Promotion By U.S. Deputy Sheriff’s Association
The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office is not endorsing a recent fundraising promotion by the the U.S. Deputy Sheriff's Association. The Sheriff's Office said they do not and have not received assistance from this organization. The Office added … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Calling Attention to Increased Inmate-On-Staff Violence In State Correctional Facilities
State Senator George Borrello is calling attention to increased inmate-on-staff violence for state correctional officers. Borrello was joined by correctional officers and their families as well as union officials with the New York State … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Begins Budget Hearings Tonight
Jamestown City Council will begin hearing budget presentations from the administrative services departments tonight. The proposed $40.15 million spending plan includes a 1.29% increase in the tax levy. The budget hearings will begin at 6:30 … [Read more...]
Lawsuit Filed Challenging NYS’ Natural Gas Ban In New Construction
A ban on natural gas lines in new buildings in New York State is facing a new legal challenge. A coalition including gas and construction companies as well as labor unions filed a federal lawsuit on Thursday, claiming the law will hurt businesses, … [Read more...]
