The Audubon Community Nature Center is re-starting paid admission for non-members beginning August 2nd. ACNC Executive Director Leigh Revegno said the building admission fee has been ‘by donation only’ since August 2020. She said expanded … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – July 29, 2021
A listing of live entertainment events happening in the greater Jamestown area. Have an event you want us to know about? Use the contact page on our website or send an email to WRFA @ RegLenna.com. THU JUL 29 Pearl City … [Read more...]
County Legislature Accepts $6.2 Million from FAA for Jamestown Airport Improvements
The Chautauqua County Legislature voted to accept a $6.2 million in Federal Aviation Administration funds to rehabilitate one of the Jamestown Airport runways. Legislator Chuck Nazzaro said this is a big win, "To reconstruct the runway at the … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Region Economic Development Corporation Awarded $1.05 Million from Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation
The Chautauqua Region Economic Development Corporation has been awarded a $1,050,000 grant from the Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation. The three-year grant will extend and enhance Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth's administrative and … [Read more...]
$1.4 Million in Tax Incentives Approved by CCIDA for Hideaway Bay Resort
The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency has approved $1.4 million dollars in incentives to bring the new Hideaway Bay Resort closer to development. The new resort will be situated on the 3.6-acre former Hideaway Bay Restaurant site on … [Read more...]
Mental Health Funding, Recreation Opportunities Topped Public Input Session Discussion
Mental health funding and recreation opportunities topped the list of concerns and wishes at the third input session on the City of Jamestown's draft plan of how to spend over $28 million dollars in American Rescue Funds. Over 20 people attended the … [Read more...]
County Executive Wendel Announces Funding Focus for County’s $24.6 Million in American Rescue Plan Funds
County Executive PJ Wendel has announced the County’s focus for how to utilize over $24.6 million in American Rescue Plan funds. Wendel said he has been working with a team of various county leaders to discuss possible projects that could benefit … [Read more...]
Full Funding Secured to Build All Phases of Riverwalk Skatepark
The City of Jamestown has announced that funding has been secured for the full build-out of the Riverwalk Skatepark. Mayor Eddie Sundquist announced an additional $480-thousand dollars in Urban Development Action Grant monies has been approved by … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Name Laura Penhollow as new Coordinator of Extended Learning
Jamestown Public Schools has announced that Laura Penhollow has been named the new Coordinator of Extended Learning. Mrs. Penhollow is taking over the position from Amanda Gesing, who was named the YWCA Executive Director. As the Coordinator of … [Read more...]
City Honors JPD Officer Mark Conklin for Heroism in Fire Rescue
The City of Jamestown recognized Jamestown Police Officer Mark Conklin for his heroism in saving multiple lives in a house fire last week. Officer Conklin caught two people who jumped from the second story window of 116 1/2 William Street on July … [Read more...]
