Muskie fishing season opens today for inland waters in New York State, including Chautauqua Lake. The State Department of Environmental Conservation announced that the fishing seasons for muskellunge will begin June 15 in Great Lakes waters. A … [Read more...]
State DEC Reminds Folks to Be On Look Out and Report Harmful Algal Blooms
The State Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding folks to be on the look out for harmful algal blooms and to report any they might see. DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos encouraged residents to be on the lookout for HABs, which can … [Read more...]
The DEC Cautions People Against Touching or Picking Up Young Wildlife
People are being reminded to resist the urge to touch or pickup newborn fawns or other young wildlife. The State Department of Environmental Conservation sent out the notice, saying human contact with wildlife can result in unintended consequences … [Read more...]
Dredging Has Begun in Barcelona Harbor
The Army Corp of Engineers has started the dredging of Barcelona Harbor. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said the harbor has essentially been shut down due to the sediment that filled in over the last several years. He said while $1.1 … [Read more...]
Fire Ruled Accidental at Long Standing Business in Jamestown
A fire at a longstanding company in Jamestown has been ruled to be accidental. Jamestown Police responded to 258 Crescent Street just after 4:00 a.m. Thursday for a burglary alarm and found smoke in the building. Jamestown Fire crews were called … [Read more...]
Boaters Reminded to Take Care of Boats, Trailers, Gear To Avoid Spreading Invasive Species
Boaters are being reminded take care of their boats, trailers, and fishing gear to prevent the spread of harmful aquatic invasive species. The State Department of Environmental Conservation announced that Watercraft inspection stewards (boat … [Read more...]
Former Crawford Furniture Building Owner Expected to Plead Guilty to Code Violations
The corporation that owns the former Crawford Furniture Building that burned down in a fire in November 2022 is expected to plead guilty to code violations. City of Jamestown Corporation Counsel Elliot Raimondo and Allen Street Development LLC … [Read more...]
Spring Turkey Season Opens May 1 in New York State
Spring turkey season opens today in New York State. The State Department of Environmental Conservation said one of the new rules that went into effect last fall allows shot sizes as small as Number 9 for turkey hunting. This regulatory change … [Read more...]
Walleye, Muskellunge Fishing Season Opens May 1
Fishing season for walleye, northern pike, pickerel and tiger muskellunge also begins May 1. The State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) said walleye are now found in more than 140 waters from all the major watersheds of the state, … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Institution Applauding County Legislature’s Approval of $1 Million for Jefferson Project
Chautauqua Institution is applauding the County Legislature's approval of funding for the Jefferson Project. The approval of $1 million in American Rescue Plan funds to continue research in 2020 has received $4 million in funding from Chautauqua … [Read more...]
