About 16 minutes into the debate for Chautauqua County executive that was sponsored by WRFA-FM in Jamestown last week, challenger Tom Carle began some talking points regarding payroll for the largest government employer that stood out. One, in fact, was a real eye opener. “I’ve actually ...

FALCONER – The Falconer Fire Department will hold a boot drive on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the main intersection in the village. The fundraiser is collecting money to help cover some of the costs of new equipment that will allow for better assistance to be provided and ease the strain caused ...

Westfield Academy and Central School is looking for local farmers to partner with for the district’s meal program. “Westfield Academy and Central School is seeking partnerships with local farmers to bring fresh, high-quality produce directly to our students,” said Business Executive ...

The Jamestown Community College Board of Trustees has approved a three-year contract with the college’s Faculty Association. JCC Human Resources Director Nickey Riczker said the JCCFA ratified the contract which is from Sept. 1 to Aug. 31, 2028. “This was a very positive process, ...

United Way of Chautauqua County presented the 2025 Joseph H. Mason Award posthumously to the late James S. “Jim” Bickhart of Dunkirk during the agency’s annual Salute to Labor dinner held October 9 at the Athenaeum Hotel on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution. Presented annually by ...

Jamestown’s problems hiring new police officers isn’t saving the city as much money as one would have thought. During city budget discussions this week, City Councilman Jeff Russell, R-At Large, asked if there are savings in the 2025 budget from the city budgeting for police officers it ...