JPS Special Meeting Today

The Jamestown Public Schools Board will hold a special meeting today at 6 p.m. Special meetings will also take place Friday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Part Of West Third Street To Be Closed

The Jamestown Department of Public Works said West Third Street, from North Main to Cherry streets, will be closed to traffic today from 8 a.m. to noon. The closure is taking place to allow access to the roof of the Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes of travel during that time.

State Releases Benefits Data

The New York State Department of Labor on Tuesday announced that $9.2 billion in unemployment benefits have been paid to residents in the state since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The figure includes nearly $290 million in back pay that was processed in the last two weeks and which was unlocked through a new, streamlined process. In total, New York state has now paid more than four years’ worth of benefits in two and a half months. “During this pandemic, Americans are facing historically-high levels of unemployment, and no state is immune, but New York is moving quicker than other states to get money into unemployed workers’ hands. In just two and a half months, we have paid four years’ worth of benefits — and we will make sure everyone receives the benefits they are eligible for,” NYS Labor Commissioner Roberta Reardon said. “This back-certification initiative is an example of the creative and decisive actions we are taking to get money into New Yorkers’ hands, and so far, it has helped nearly one hundred and eighty thousand New Yorkers receive their benefits.”

Falconer Park Gates To Remain Closed, Locked

FALCONER — Falconer Mayor Jim Jaroszynski on Tuesday reminded village residents that park gates will remain closed and locked “for the foreseeable future,” including the upcoming Memorial Day weekend. Jaroszynski said park basketball courts remain closed as well as the playgrounds. The parks are open for walking, hiking and jogging. All park users must adhere to the governor’s executive orders concerning social distancing. “This means that there can be no more than 10 people in a group,” Jaroszynski said. All park bathroom facilities will also remain closed and locked. The Village DPW as well as village officials and the Ellicott Police Department will be monitoring the parks for possible violations. Jaroszynski and the Falconer Village Board wish everyone a safe and healthy Memorial Day weekend to honor those who have served in the Armed Forces and for those who have given the ultimate sacrifice.

Marvin House Offering ‘Picnic Dinner’ Thurs.

The Marvin House is offering its “Memorial Day Weekend Picnic Dinner” Thursday from 3-4 p.m. The meal will include baked ham, homemade potato salad, deviled eggs, seasonal vegetable, baked beans, homemade roll and rhubarb crisp. The cost is $17 for Marvin House members and $20 for non-members. To arrange a pick-up, call 488-6206 or email a reservation to MarvinHouse@netsync.net. Those picking up orders are asked to stay in their vehicle.