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Opinion

Economy In County Takes 2 Steps Forward, 1 Step Back

In Our Opinion

When it comes to economic development in the greater Jamestown area, it feels as if we’re taking two steps forward and one step back. It’s an improvement from 10 years ago, when the story was one step forward and two steps back. It’s an interesting concept to consider as we ponder ...

Readers’ Forum

Letters To The Editor

SAVE America Act Will Infringe On Constitution, Disenfranchise Voters To The Reader’s Forum: The SAVE America Act will undermine American citizens’ voting rights, not help to effectuate their constitutional right to vote in federal elections. Historically, state laws requiring proof ...

Oil Is Not Found Everywhere

Local Commentaries

The United States, by our action in starting a war with Iran, sparked a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz. We followed by starting our own naval blockade and since then oil prices have jumped to $100 per barrel. Many are asking: “Why?” Why did we start this war, but, also, why is the ...

County Not Leading On Chautauqua Lake

Local Commentaries

We are disappointed, actually appalled, that our County Legislature and Executive did not have the courage to represent its constituents against the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation’s (NYSDEC) ill-conceived and rushed new wetlands regulations. They took no action as ...

Too Many Feel Unwelcome In City

Local Commentaries

My husband and I and our family moved to Jamestown from Western Michigan in 1992. The Newcomers Club was active then. I went to an informational meeting about the club and asked how long would I be considered a newcomer; how long could I be in the club? I was told, “As long as you want to, ...

Avoiding Cheesy Decisions

Local Commentaries

Life is a long sequence of decisions, from the simplicity of brewing the morning coffee to the complexity of major milestones. In each moment, we strive to choose the clarity of wisdom over impulsivity. According to the pros, the best way to navigate decisions is through a step-by-step process: ...