The Chautauqua County Legislature has approved a local law requiring motorists move over three feet when passing non-motorists. Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone spoke during privilege of the floor, voicing his concerns over enforcement of … [Read more...]
Spirit Week, Event Planned For Overdose Awareness Week
This week is Chautauqua County Overdose Awareness Week. The week, which runs through August 31, is a county-wide initiative to promote hope, healing, remembrance, recovery, education, and community connection while encouraging meaningful … [Read more...]
County Sheriff, Humane Society Announce Partnership To Address Animal Cruelty
The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office and the Chautauqua County Humane Society have announced a partnership to address animal cruelty more effectively. Sheriff Jim Quattrone said the County Legislature had approved the creation of an Animal … [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...]
County Legislature Unanimously Approves Three Union Contracts
Three county union contracts have received approval by the Chautauqua County Legislature. The contracts for DSACC, CCSSA, and CSEA Unit 6322 are for January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029. The DSACC contract includes wage increases of 4% for … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County, SUNY Fredonia To Explore Creating Forensic Crime Lab
Chautauqua County Government and SUNY Fredonia have announced a joint effort to explore the development of a public forensic crime laboratory on the university’s campus. Chautauqua County recently issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to conduct a … [Read more...]
NTSB Releases Cause Of June 2023 Airplane Crash Near Jamestown Airport
The National Transportation Safety Board has released the probable cause of a fatal airplane crash on June 6, 2023 near the Jamestown Airport. The NTSB report said “The pilots’ failure to maintain airplane control following an anomalous engine … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone – June 19, 2025
Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone tells us why part of the County Jail needs an overhaul. … [Read more...]
Sheriff’s Office Launch Two Programs To Help Officers Assist People With Special Needs
The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office is starting two programs to give officers tools for assisting people with special needs. Sheriff Jim Quattrone said the “Friends of Sheriff” initiative is about “building trust and promoting safety,” while … [Read more...]
Law Enforcement Increase Patrols For St. Patrick’s Day Weekend
New York State Police and local law enforcement will have increased patrols this weekend through St. Patrick’s Day to combat drunk, impaired and reckless driving. Chautauqua County Sheriff and President of the NYS Sheriffs’ Association Jim … [Read more...]
