JAMESTOWN - The National Comedy Center (NCC) and Chautauqua Institution have announced that comedian and director David Steinberg will be the featured guest on Aug. 1, as part of Chautauqua Institution’s week of programs on "Comedy and the Human … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council to Select Contractor for Riverwalk Pedestrian Bridges During March Voting Session
The Jamestown City Council will hold its monthly voting session Monday in city hall, with a vote expected involving the construction of two pedestrian bridges for the Greater Jamestown Riverwalk. VIEW MARCH VOTING SESSION AGENDA The … [Read more...]
DRI Committee Continues to Prioritize Projects for $10 Million Economic Development Grant
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Downtown Revitalization Initiative local planning committee met Tuesday to continue the process on how to doll out $10 million in state economic development funding. According to the Post-Journal, the day-long meeting was … [Read more...]
National Comedy Center Partners with CNN for Upcoming ‘History of Comedy’ Program
The National Comedy Center and a major news network are partnering to present a Live Tour that will promote a new TV series focusing on “The History of Comedy.” “The History of Comedy” program will premiere Thursday, Feb. 9, at 9 p.m. on CNN, … [Read more...]
[WATCH] Governor Proposes $7.5 Million for Jamestown in 2017 State of the State Presentation
BUFFALO - If Governor Andrew Cuomo has his way, the city of Jamestown and the National Comedy Center could both benefit from the 2017-18 state budget. On Monday, Governor Cuomo delivered his 2017 State of the State message in Buffalo as part of … [Read more...]
Jim Gaffigan to Headline 2017 Lucy Comedy Fest, Nation Comedy Center Moving Forward
JAMESTOWN - The National Comedy Center has announced that stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan will be coming to Jamestown to headline the 2017 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival. NCC Executive Director Journey Gunderson announced on Tuesday that Gaffigan’s … [Read more...]
50 Residents Attend Public Input Session Involving $10 Million State Economic Development Grant
JAMESTOWN - Approximately 50 people attended Tuesday Night's Downtown Revitalization Initiative meeting at the Robert H. Jackson Center. The public meeting was hosted by the New York State Department of State and HR&A Advisors, the consulting … [Read more...]
Over $4.7 Million in Economic Development Funding Coming to Chautauqua County
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo on Thursday announced the recipients of $700 million in economic and community development funding through Round 6 of the Regional Economic Development Council initiative. A centerpiece of the Governor's strategy to … [Read more...]
Consolidated Funding Awards for Local Projects to be Announced Thursday Afternoon
ALBANY - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi is in Albany Thursday along with several other officials from across the state to attend the 2016 Regional Economic Development Council Awards program. The program, which will feature the awarding of grant money … [Read more...]
Several Projects Receive High Regional Scores for 2016 CFA Process
JAMESTOWN - Several projects in downtown Jamestown have received favorable scores in the state’s Consolidated Funding Application process for 2016. Earlier this month the Western New York Regional Economic Development Council (WNYREDC) submitted … [Read more...]
