The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has announced that Mark and Christine Tarbrake will be the 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs. The theme for this year’s campaign is “Help Today Gives Hope Tomorrow.” Christine has been employed with M&T Bank … [Read more...]
Local Leaders React to Governor Cuomo’s Resignation
Local leaders reacted to the news of Governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation. Both U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand thanked the women who stepped forward to tell their stories of being sexually harassed, calling them … [Read more...]
Residents Urge Jamestown School Board to Change ‘Red Raider’ Name
Seven residents, including members of the Jamestown Human Rights Commission, urged the Jamestown School Board to also change the "Red Raider" name in addition to the planned change of the mascot. Human Rights Commission member and Jamestown … [Read more...]
JPS Superintendent Whitaker To Release School Reopening Info by Friday
Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said he anticipates having more information about school reopening by Friday. Whitaker said he and other district superintendents and school leaders had received a letter from State Education … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County COVID-19 Rate ‘Substantial,’ 12 New Cases Monday
Chautauqua County now has a "substantial" transmission rate of COVID-19 according to the Centers for Disease Control. There were 12 new cases of COVID-19 reported for Monday, August 9th in Chautauqua County. According to the most recent numbers … [Read more...]
Governor Andrew Cuomo Announces Resignation
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced his resignation Tuesday under the weight of a sexual-harassment scandal that engulfed his administration and derailed his political future, capping a remarkable and rapid fall for a governor whose national … [Read more...]
Opinions Evenly Divided on Whether Lakewood Should Allow Cannabis Retail Dispensaries, Consumption Locations
Folks who voiced their opinions on whether the Village of Lakewood should opt out of allowing cannabis retail dispensaries and consumption locations were evenly divided. Around 20 people attended the hearing that started off with a presentation by … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public School Safety Plan Open for Public Comment
The Jamestown Public School District-Wide Safety Plan for the 2021-22 school year is now open for public comment until September 9th. School districts are required by state regulations to develop District-Wide Safety Plans, in conjunction with … [Read more...]
Mayor Proclaims ‘Sam Elliott Day,’ Forte Prepares to Reopen
Mayor Eddie Sundquist declared "Sam Elliott Day" Monday at Forte the Restaurant in downtown Jamestown, "Whereas, the staff and members of Forte the restaurant have taken it upon themselves to mark the birthday of the living screen legend, the great … [Read more...]
Lakewood to Hold Public Hearing Tonight on Cannabis Retail Dispensaries, Consumption Locations
The Village of Lakewood will hold a public hearing tonight on whether to allow cannabis retail dispensaries and consumption locations in the village. Under the marijuana legalization law, municipalities must decide before the end of the year … [Read more...]
