Chautauqua County government is looking at how to address the increased need for emergency housing in the county. County Director of Mental Hygiene and Social Services Carmelo Hernandez said there's a lack of "brick and mortar" shelters in the … [Read more...]
County Government Retracts Story On Potential Residential Property Scam
Chautauqua County Government is retracting a news release about a potential residential property scam they sent out in June. A statement sent by Media Information Officer Justin Gould stated that the press release was regarding Admiral Realty LCC … [Read more...]
City Council To Review Grant To Purchase Pole Cameras
Jamestown City Council will review a resolution to accept a Justice Assistance Grant. The city receives funding annually through the (JAG) program with this year’s grant totaling $20,694.00. The money will go toward the purchase of pole cameras. A … [Read more...]
County Planning Board Approves Motion of Support For JCC Diethrick Stadium Plan
The Chautauqua County Planning Board has approved a motion of support for Jamestown Community College's Diethrick Stadium Multi-Sport Athletic Complex plan. The Board, which is advisory in nature, heard a presentation about the $30.3 million … [Read more...]
New Chautauqua County Budget Director Appointed
A Lakewood native has been appointed Chautauqua County’s new Budget Director. Jennifer Swan, who is the current Fiscal Supervisor for Chautauqua County’s Office of the Sheriff, will assume the post starting on Thursday, July 27. She replaces … [Read more...]
County Government’s Budget Director is Retiring
Chautauqua County Government's Budget Director is retiring. Kathleen Dennison will retire from her position effective June 2, 2023. She first began her career with the County on July 7, 2011 as a Principal Account Clerk with the Chautauqua … [Read more...]
WNY News Now Owner Hired as County Media Information Officers
A Falconer resident and current member of the local news media has been hired as Chautauqua County's new Media Information Officer. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel announced Justin Gould will start in the job June 1. The Media Information … [Read more...]
Appliance Fire Damages Office in Jamestown Police Department
An appliance fire damaged an office in Jamestown City Hall on Friday, March 17. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist informed City Council that an office in the Jamestown Police Department was heavily damaged, "And so we're in the process of cleaning … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Could Face $4.3 Million Budget Hit in NYS Budget
Chautauqua County Government could be hit with a $4.3 million shortfall this year should New York State move forward with clawing back Medicaid funds. The Enhanced Federal Medical Assistance Program (E-FMAP) funds are monies from the federal … [Read more...]
Pierre Chagnon Unanimously Elected Chautauqua County Legislature Chairman Again
Chautauqua County Legislators have again named Pierre Chagnon to lead them as the Legislature Chairman. Chagnon said 2023 will bring changes to County Government, "We have a relatively new County Attorney, DPF Director, HR Director, Airport … [Read more...]
