Training dates have been announced for those interested in being poll workers for the November 3 General Elections. Chautauqua County Board of Elections Commissioners Luz Torres and Nacole Ellis said the trainings are mandatory for both new and … [Read more...]
Special Election To Be Held To Fill Jamestown City Council Ward Seat Held By Tony Dolce
A special election will be held to fill the Jamestown City Council seat that is vacant following the death of Council member Tony Dolce. Dolce died unexpectedly July 18. He had held the Ward 2 seat for 30 years. According to the Chautauqua … [Read more...]
Today Is Primary Day
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...]
