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Jamestown Man Charged With Arson In Prendergast Avenue Fire
A Jamestown man has been arrested on arson charges for a recent house fire on Prendergast Avenue. Jamestown Police said an investigation into a fire at 629 Prendergast Avenue on August 25, 2026 determined that the cause was suspicious. Police allege that 38-year old William…
Office For Aging Services Holding Public Hearing On Annual Plan
The Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services will gather community input on its proposed 2026-27 Annual Update to its Four-Year Plan September 8. The public hearing will begin at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 8, 2026. There are several options for people to participate.…
Chautauqua County Has First Confirmed Case Of Measles In 30 Years
Chautauqua County has confirmed its first case of measles in 30 years. The Chautauqua County Health Department announced that its a lab-confirmed case and that the department is working with the individual and appropriate health care partners to identify people who may have been…
Motorists Urged To Use Caution As Jamestown Students Go Back To School Sept. 2
Motorists are urged to use caution as students in Jamestown go back to school this week. Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said there will be lots of traffic around the city, “…with staff coming back, and then we will have kids out walking, parents…
Trail Revitalization Work On Earl Cardot Eastland Overland Trail Complete
Phase V of trails revitalization work on the Earl Cardot Eastside Overland Trail has been completed. The work was done on the trail in Boutwell Hill State Forest by Trail Construction Associates. The project was a joint effort between the New York State Department of…
The Villager (Ellicottville)
Published August 27The Voice Finalist Performs in Fredonia Lucas West Takes the Stage at Opera House, August 28
FREDONIA, NY The 1891 Fredonia Opera House Performing Arts Center will present An Evening with The Voice’s Lucas West on Fri., Aug. 28, at 7:30pm. Rochester-based vocalist, instrumentalist, and songwriter […]
City of Jamestown News
Published August 27City of Jamestown Announces New Round of ROI Jamestown Business & Commercial Grants
JAMESTOWN, NY – August 27, 2026 – The City of Jamestown Department of Development is announcing the opening of the next application window for ROI Jamestown: Reinvestment for Opportunity & Impact, a competitive grant program supporting investment in Jamestown’s commercial…
City of Jamestown News
Published July 21Historic Marker to Honor Legacy of J.P. Danielson Tool Company in Jamestown
JAMESTOWN, NY – July 21, 2026 – The City of Jamestown invites residents and community members to attend the dedication of a historic marker honoring the legacy of the J.P. Danielson Tool Company, a company whose innovation, craftsmanship, and contributions helped shape…
City of Jamestown News
Published June 23City of Jamestown to Celebrate National Night Out on August 4
JAMESTOWN, NY – June 23, 2026 – The City of Jamestown will join communities across the nation in celebrating National Night Out on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, an annual community-building campaign that promotes strong police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to…
City of Jamestown News
Published May 20Honoring Valor: Medal of Honor Recipients at Lake View Cemetery
JAMESTOWN, NY – May 20, 2026 – The City of Jamestown and the Jamestown Veterans Commission are recognizing three Civil War Medal of Honor recipients interred at Lake View Cemetery. Their service reflects actions performed at the highest recognized level of military distinction in…
City of Jamestown News
Published May 19Honoring the Founding Generation: Revolutionary War Patriots Resting at Lake View Cemetery
JAMESTOWN, NY – May 19, 2026 – As communities across the nation prepare to commemorate the upcoming 250th anniversary of American independence, the City of Jamestown and the Jamestown Veterans Commission are recognizing the enduring legacy of the Revolutionary War patriots laid…
City of Jamestown News
Published May 04Annual Memorial Day Flag Placement Set for Soldier Circle
JAMESTOWN, NY – May 4, 2026 – The City of Jamestown Veterans Memorial Commission will conduct its annual flag placement at Soldier Circle in Lake View Cemetery on Thursday, May 21 at 4:00 p.m. as part of the community’s Memorial Day observance. Community members are invited to…