The new Americold facility in the town of Dunkirk will create 60 jobs. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that Americold has completed construction of a 181,000-square-foot cold storage distribution facility on approximately 28 acres. The $41 … [Read more...]
Police Looking for Driver of Van Involved in Fiery Crash on Route 20 in Sheridan
Sheriff's Deputies are looking for the driver of a van involved in a fiery crash on Route 20 that shut down the Thruway on Tuesday in the town of Sheridan. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said a van traveling on Route 20 lost its wheel, … [Read more...]
County Health Department Raising Awareness about Bats and Rabies
The Chautauqua County Health Department is raising awareness of the potential exposure to rabies from bats. Bats are one of the most frequently reported rabid animals that people and pets come in contact with. The Chautauqua County Environmental … [Read more...]
Election Protection Hotline Available during Early Voting Until June 28 Primary
The State Office of Attorney General has its Election Protection Hotline available now for early voting through the June 28 Primary. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the hotline will be available to troubleshoot and resolve a … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs John Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York
Governor Kathy Hochul signed the landmark John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of New York into law on Monday. The legislation cements New York State's place as a national leader on voting rights and fulfilling a key part of the Governor's 2022 State … [Read more...]
CCIDA Third in NYS for Total Revenues in 2020
The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency came in third in New York State for total revenues in 2020. The State Comptroller's Office released its annual IDA report, stating that the CCIDA had over $1,069,000,000 between 46 projects in … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County OFA Director Dr. Mary Ann Spanos Honored as ‘Woman of Distinction’
Chautauqua County Office of Aging Services Director Dr. Mary Ann Spanos has been honored as a 2022 New York State Senate "Woman of Distinction" Dr. Spanos was recognized for her achievements and contributions to the community during a ceremony at … [Read more...]
NYS DEC Asks Public To Report Any Sightings of Harmful Algal Blooms
The State Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding folks to be on the look out for harmful algal blooms and to report any they might see. New York State Health Commissioner Dr. Mary Bassett said, "As we enter the warmer months, New … [Read more...]
CDC Approves COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids 6 Months-5 Years
NPR reports that providers across the country can start vaccinating kids ages 6 months to 5 years against COVID-19 as early as this week after regulators cleared the final authorization steps on Saturday. An independent panel of advisers to the … [Read more...]
Formation of Coalition to Address Racism and Social Injustice in Chautauqua County Announced
The formation of the Chautauqua County I.D.E.A. Coalition was announced at this weekend's Juneteenth celebrations. The coalition is made up of 17 organizations and businesses and is aimed at pursuing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility … [Read more...]
