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Area Students Struggle On State Tests

State Education Department officials are more than happy to talk about new graduation standards being devised for state high schools. They are taking a much lower-key approach when it comes to results of third- through eighth-grade testing that took place last spring throughout the state. ...

Local Plant Remains Part Of SKF Aerospace

SKF is divesting part of its Aerospace division - but that divestment does not impact the company’s Falconer plant. The divestment was discussed during a recent conference call between SKF officials and investor analysts. SKF sold its ring and seal operation in Hanover, Pa., to Carco PRP ...

Sheriff Quattrone Named In Federal Gun Lawsuit

Chautauqua County’s proximity to Pennsylvania has landed Sheriff Jim Quattrone in the middle of the latest attempt to overturn New York’s Conceal Carry Improvement Act. Four Pennsylvania residents who are members of the Firearms Policy Coalition Inc. filed suit earlier this week in the ...

Jamestown Awarded Vacant Property Rehab Grant For $2 Million

Jamestown will receive $2 million from the state through the Vacant Rental Improvement program. The city;’s grant application for the program came together quickly, according to Crystal Surdyk, city development director. The grant application was submitted in early October. The city ...

Former Inmate Sues County Over Jail Shower Fall

A Bemus Point man and former Chautauqua County Jail inmate has filed a claim against Chautauqua County for injuries he sustained in the jail’s shower. Gary Hannold filed the lawsuit Friday in state Supreme Court in Mayville, saying he slipped and fell while taking a shower in the jail in ...

More Rapid Response: Second Jamestown Ambulance Put Into Service

The city of Jamestown’s second ambulance is now in service. It’s been a long road to get the new ambulance out on the streets. In early 2022, City Council members initiated discussions about the need for additional staff and resources to meet the rising demand for emergency services, ...