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Bird challenge gets underway in state

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New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton announced that the 2026 I BIRD NY Challenge for birders of all ages and abilities is underway. The challenge encourages New Yorkers and visitors to identify birds and learn about birdlife, and finishers ...

JCC Receives Clean Financial Audit

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Jamestown Community College has received a clean financial audit for the year ending Aug. 31, 2025. The board of trustees Tuesday heard a presentation from its independent auditor, Bonadio & Co., LLP. “We have issued an unmodified or clean audit opinion of the college, which is the ...

Poland Enters New Contract With Humane Society

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KENNEDY – Recently, the town of Poland was able to enter into a primary contract with the Chautauqua County Humane Society for the first time. With this new agreement, the town officials are hoping to cut some costs for the budget. Town Supervisor Rob Smith gave the initial push to try ...

Man rescued after ice breaks on pond

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An unidentified man was rescued Saturday afternoon after falling through ice on a pond near a mobile home location. The Chautauqua County Water Emergency Team was dispatched to assist the Portland and Brocton Fire Departments behind the Grapevine Estates property at 6037 Route 5 in Portland. ...

City Releases Viewpoint With Dennis Quaid Episode

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The City of Jamestown has released its Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid Corporate Documentary & Commercial. Nearly a year in the making, the project extends beyond a conventional documentary or commercial. “Jamestown is a city worth celebrating, and I encourage our residents to champion ...

Zonta Club Donates To Hope Haven Shelter

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The Zonta Club of Jamestown recently presented a donation to Chautauqua Opportunities Inc.’s Hope Haven Shelter in support of its mission to provide safe, temporary housing and supportive services to women experiencing homelessness in the Jamestown area. The contribution will help Hope ...