The City of Jamestown has declared a State of Emergency caused by an estimated 300 unauthorized people camping on both public and private land. The city said the situation has created severe impacts on public health, safety, and city … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Kim Ecklund July 4 & 11, 2024
We talk with Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund about splash pads, the Chadakoin River, the proposed Rental Inspection Ordinance, and more. … [Read more...]
MHA Holding Native Wildflower Seed Ball Workshop Today
People can learn more about the role of art in protecting freshwater ecosystems at a science workshop being held at the Mental Health Association today. The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County is partnering with the Chautauqua Watershed … [Read more...]
Rep. Langworthy In Support of $5.29 Million Request For Chadakoin River Work
Congressman Nick Langworthy visited Jamestown Wednesday in support of a federal request to protect the Chadakoin River. The City of Jamestown has applied for $5.29 million for the Chadakoin River Stormwater Channel Maintenance … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Lake Watershed Stream Monitoring Network Unveiled
A new stream monitoring network has been unveiled in Chautauqua County. Six tributary stations that will collect important information about the waters feeding Chautauqua Lake have been constructed. The stations are scheduled to be operational … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy – March 14, 2024
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Conservation Director Twan Leenders tells about CWC's new land trust accreditation, updates us on the Chadakoin River bank stabilization work, and more. … [Read more...]
‘Turn The River Green’ Event Set For March 16
The annual "Turn The River Green" event is set for Saturday, March 16 in Brooklyn Square. Collaborative Children's Solutions is planning the event that will take place from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on the Riverwalk near the JAMA … [Read more...]
Chadakoin River Bank Stabilization Project Nearing End
A riverbank stabilization project on the Chadakoin River in downtown Jamestown is making progress. The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy and Chautauqua County Soil and Water Conservation District have been working together on the project on the … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Facing Multiple Hate Crime Charges
A Jamestown man is facing multiple hate crime charges after pretending to be a police officer while attacking a person by the Chadakoin River early Tuesday evening. Jamestown Police report a young man was fishing on the Chadakoin River near North … [Read more...]
Eight Projects Receive Water Quality Improvement Monies From NYS
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced more than $166 million is being awarded to 187 projects to improve water quality across the state, including projects in Chautauqua County. The Chautauqua County Soil and Water Conservation District will receive … [Read more...]
