The issue of deer over-population in the City of Jamestown has been brought up to City Council once again. Grant Briggs of Woodlawn Avenue told the Public Safety Committee that the deer are out of hand in his neighborhood, “I know there's no … [Read more...]
NYS Has Launched Lead Rental Registry Program
New York State has launched its Lead Rental Registry Program. The City of Jamestown, including all houses in the 14701 zip code area, is one of 25 communities selected for the initiative. The state regulations were finalized last week and the … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County, Jamestown Receive State Homeland Security Program Funding
Chautauqua County and the City of Jamestown have been awarded funding through the State Homeland Security Program to enhance preparedness and response capabilities. The State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) manages the … [Read more...]
Communities To Promote Prevention Strategies During Child Abuse Prevention Month
Communities across the county will be promoting prevention strategies while advocating for children during Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Chautauqua Child Advocacy Program and the City of Jamestown were joined by Jamestown Public Schools … [Read more...]
Jamestown To Hold 78th Annual Easter Egg Hunt March 28
The City of Jamestown’s 78th Annual Easter Egg Hunt will take place this Saturday. The free event is open to children ages 12 and under. Families are encouraged to arrive early, baskets in hand and ready for the hunt to begin promptly at 11:00 … [Read more...]
Crime Is Down 2.35% In Jamestown For 2025
Crime is down 2.35% in the City of Jamestown for 2025. Now retired Police Chief Tim Jackson relayed that news in the Public Safety Annual Report. 2025-JPD-Annual-Report There was one murder in 2025 where 62-year old Michael Jaeckle was … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County, Jamestown Awarded $500,000 Total To Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities
Chautauqua County and the City of Jamestown have been awarded a total of $500,000 to help expand housing opportunities. The funding is a Pro-Housing Communities Technical Assistance Grant through the New York State Homes & Community Renewal … [Read more...]
City Of Jamestown Awarded $1.7 Million For Lead Prevention
The City of Jamestown has been awarded $1.7 million for lead prevention. The funding comes from the Leading in Lead Prevention Program administered by the Housing Trust Fund Corporation under New York State Homes & Community Renewal. The award … [Read more...]
Jamestown, Chautauqua County Each Receive $250,000 To Help Increase Housing Supply
The City of Jamestown and Chautauqua County Government are receiving $250,000 each to help increase the housing supply. The technical assistance grants from the New York State Homes and Community Renewal program are going to certified Pro-Housing … [Read more...]
City Of Jamestown Being Featured On ‘Viewpoint With Dennis Quaid’
The City of Jamestown is being featured in an upcoming segment of "Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid." Chautauqua County had previously been featured on the same program in October 2025. Hosted by acclaimed actor, Dennis Quaid, "Viewpoint with Dennis … [Read more...]
