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Civil Air Patrol volunteers at May events

Jamestown Civil Air Patrol composition squadron cadets were busy serving their communities throughout May On Saturday, May 9, members of the Civil Air Patrol Jamestown squadron volunteered at the Kiwanis Bike Safety Rodeo. The members arrived early to set up the event, moving tables, ...

Tardive Dyskinesia webpage launched by Rural Minds

To raise awareness about tardive dyskinesia, the nonprofit Rural Minds has launched an educational webpage, “Tardive Dyskinesia: What You Need to Know,” with support from Neurocrine Biosciences and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries. Tardive dyskinesia is a movement disorder that causes uncontrolled, repetitive movements of the face, body, or both that can impact a person’s professional, educational, social, and emotional life. The movements can include blinking, grimacing, lip-smacking, or jerking motions of the arms, legs, or torso, and they are not within a person’s control. ...

DEC reminds boaters, anglers to clean, drain, dry watercraft and equipment

The state Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding boaters to clean, drain and dry their boats, trailers, fishing gear, and other equipment before launching in New York’s waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. Starting Friday, May 22, boaters will see the blue vests worn by Watercraft Inspection Stewards, also known as boat stewards, at more than 220 boat launches and decontamination stations throughout the state. “New York’s waters are vital to our ecology and economy, and recreating responsibly in New York’s abundant lakes, ponds, and ...

Chautauqua Lake names April Students of Month

MAYVILLE - Chautauqua Lake Central School officials recently recognized the school’s April Students of the Month. Representing 7th grade is Anya Olson, who is known for her positive attitude, attention to detail, and thoughtful approach to her work. Always prepared and enthusiastic ...

Zonta Club Honors Scholarship Recipients

The Zonta Club of Jamestown recently awarded several annual scholarships and awards during the club's May meeting. Each recipient received a $1,000 scholarship in support of their educational and professional goals. Hannah Gullo was awarded the Mary Lou Costanzo Scholarship. A 2018 ...

Cassadaga Cemetery Association Meeting Held

CASSADAGA - The Cassadaga Cemetery Association held a recent meeting with the officers and trustees in the Jefferson Hall in the village. President Scott Dibble welcomed all to the meeting and led the group in prayer. Village of Cassadaga historian John Sipos was present and served as the advisor. Sipos had been on the board for nine years previously. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the equipment used for mowing the cemetery and an upcoming fundraiser. Equipment usage is one of the main concerns in maintaining the cemetery. The association wants to keep the equipment ...