The Jamestown Tarp Skunks have released their promotional schedule for the 2026 season. The Tarp Skunks, members of the Perfect Game Collegiate Baseball League, begin their season at home against the newest league member, the Olean Oilers, on … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Residents Asked To Participate In ‘Lights Out’ Initiative To Help Protect Migrating Birds
Residents are asked to help protect migrating birds as they navigate night skies by participating in the “Lights Out” initiative. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Office of General Services (OGS) announced that … [Read more...]
Law Student From Dunkirk In The Running To Win Entrepreneur Of Impact Award
A law student from Dunkirk is in the running to win the Entrepreneur Of Impact Award. Emily-Jane Berakah, a native of Camaroon, West Africa, graduated from Dunkirk High School, Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), and is now enrolled at Ohio … [Read more...]
Juneteenth BBQ Fundraiser Set For April 25
The Jamestown Juneteenth Committee is holding its 4th Annual Chicken BBQ and Basket Raffle this Saturday. The event will take place noon to 6:00 p.m., Saturday, April 25 at the Morton Club on Pratt Avenue in Jamestown. The barbecue will feature … [Read more...]
Jamestown Farmers Market, Third Thursdays Submit Applications To Move Event Locations
The Jamestown Farmers Market and Third Thursday Concert Series are looking at moving the location of their events within Downtown Jamestown. Special Event Permit applications for both will be voted on by the Jamestown City Council Public Safety … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Proposes Plan To Protect Residents Against ICE
Governor Kathy Hochul has proposed a comprehensive plan to protect residents against ICE. Hochul said this plan builds on previous proposals and would “...enhance protections and safeguard the rights of New Yorkers from the overreach of rogue … [Read more...]
Jamestown Community Mourns The Loss Of Johnny LaMancuso
The Jamestown community is mourning the loss of Johnny LaMancuso, who died April 15. LaMancuso, who was 10 years old and a fourth grader at Fletcher Elementary School; had been battling Ewing's Sarcoma. Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent … [Read more...]
Jamestown Woman Dies Following Accident On Thruway
A Jamestown woman died following a car accident on the New York State Thruway in the town of Evans Wednesday morning. New York State Police said a minivan traveling eastbound veered out of its lane and then back onto the north shoulder, causing it … [Read more...]
Forestville, Frewsburg Fire Districts Owe Unpaid Fees To Chautauqua County
Forestville and Frewsburg Fire Districts have unpaid fees owed to Chautauqua County. The Chautauqua County Attorney's Office is taking steps to resolve unpaid fees for Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance intercepts and is preparing next actions … [Read more...]
States Win Lawsuit Against Live Nation, Ticketmaster
A lawsuit involving dozens of states, including New York, has won their lawsuit against Live Nation and Ticketmaster. A jury found that Live Nation and Ticketmaster violated federal and state antitrust laws by eliminating competition and driving … [Read more...]
