JAMESTOWN - Mayor Sam Teresi will release his 2013 budget proposal this afternoon in city hall. During last week’s city council work session, the mayor gave an update on his proposed spending plan, saying there are once again several uncontrolled … [Read more...]
LWV, Jamestown Mayor and Ken Hardley Appear on This Week’s Community Matters Program
Don't forget to tune into Community Matters tonight on WRFA, as we talk with the Chautauqua County League of Women Voters to get their reaction on the news that Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) will not take part in either of their meet the … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Prendergast Library Holds First Meeting Following Ouster of Exec. Director
JAMESTOWN - The James Prendergast Library board of trustees held its first meeting following the ouster of embattled executive director Linda Mielke Thursday afternoon. The meeting began with comment from the public, including local resident Pat … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Ironmen Extend Stay in Jamestown for Two more Years
The Jamestown Ironmen junior hockey team will stay in Jamestown for at least two more seasons. The Jamestown Savings Bank Arena announced yesterday that Ironman team owner Kenji Yamada has agreed to extend the club’s stay in Jamestown for an … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Jamestown Labor Day Festival Slated for Sunday
JAMESTOWN - It appears the weather will be cooperating for the 33rd annual Jamestown Labor Day Festival this Sunday at Bergman Park. The event will take place from noon to 9 p.m. Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi says the festival is a community … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: City Council to Act on LSS, TRC Resolutions Tonight
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council will be holding its monthly voting session tonight in city hall with several items on the agenda. Among the items to be acted on is the a Tax Equivalency Payment Agreement between the city and four properties … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Lutheran Social Services to Make Full Payment in Lieu of Taxes to City
JAMESTOWN - A not-for-profit senior housing organization in Jamestown will be doing its part to help pay for services provided by the city. During Monday night's Jamestown City Council work session, Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi announced that Lutheran … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: City Lawmakers Consider Supporting Resource Center Project
JAMESTOWN - Jamestown City Council Members are weighing in on a $3 million expansion project being considered by The Resource Center. City officials last night said they would support the project and a related Urban Initiative Grant, on the condition … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: NY Secretary of State to Make Announcement in Jamestown
New York's Secretary of State will be in Jamestown later today to announce funding for a tourism program in the city. Secretary of State Cesar Perales will join Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to announce the launching of the Jamestown Self-Guided Walking … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Officials Shine Light on Housing Renovation Effort by Local Developers
JAMESTOWN - Two local realtors are teaming up to help renovate a piece of neglected property in the city – and local officials are hoping the effort will inspire other property owners and investors as well. Chautauqua County Legislator and Jamestown … [Read more...]
