There are two Democratic Primaries and one Republican Primary in Chautauqua County today for Primary Day. Polls are open until 9:00 p.m. tonight. The statewide Democratic primary is for the State Comptroller’s office. Incumbent New York State … [Read more...]
Early Voting For June Primary Begins June 13
Early Voting for the June 23, 2026 Primary Election begins Saturday, June 13. The Chautauqua County Board of Elections also reminded residents that the deadline for anyone not registered to vote in Chautauqua County for the June 23, 2026 Primary … [Read more...]
County Board Of Elections Reaching Out To Voters Regarding 2026 Elections
The Chautauqua County Board of Elections will be reaching out to 78,658 voters on Friday, May 8th regarding Elections in 2026. BOE Commissioner Luz Torres said, “This is our annual mailing to voters regarding Election Information, as required by … [Read more...]
County Legislature Seats Up For Election Again In November Thanks To Even Year Voting Change
Chautauqua County Legislature seats are on the November General Election ballot again under New York State’s new even year election law. The U.S. Supreme Court, last month, declined to hear a case on the state law that pushed local elections to … [Read more...]
Petitioning Process Underway For Jamestown School Board Seats
Petitions for the Jamestown School Board Election on May 19, 2026 are now available. There are three positions open on the board with the terms for Paul Abbott, John Panebianco and Christine Schnars expiring on June 30. The three candidates … [Read more...]
Party Enrollment Changes Due By Feb. 14
Those who want to change their party enrollment for the primary election this year must submit an application by this Saturday, February 14. The Chautauqua County Board of Elections office will be open special hours of 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. this … [Read more...]
County Executive, County Clerk, City Races On Election Day Ballot
Today is Election Day. Chautauqua County has three County-wide races this year. For County Executive, Republican incumbent PJ Wendel is seeking a second full term against Democrat Thomas Carle. Whoever wins will only have a three-year term as … [Read more...]
Early Voting Starts Sat. Oct. 25
Early voting in Chautauqua County starts this Saturday, October 25. Locations where early voting is taking place include the Mayville Board of Elections office, the Robert H. Jackson Center in Jamestown, the Chautauqua Mall in Lakewood, and the … [Read more...]
New Voter Registration Deadline Is Saturday For June Primary
This Saturday is the new voter registration deadline for those who want to participate in the June 24 Primary. The Chautauqua County Board of Elections will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday for anyone wishing to register. Per New … [Read more...]
November General Election Slate of Candidates Becomes Clearer
The slate of candidates for the November General Election is becoming clearer. The Chautauqua County Board of Elections' website at votechautauqua.com provides information about who has filed petitions to run in the November 4 elections. County … [Read more...]









