Fire causes heavy damage to city home

October 30, 2026

A fire caused extensive damage to a vacant, condemned home at 433 Allen St. in Jamestown on Thursday night. The Jamestown Fire Department was dispatched to the two-and-a-half-story wood-frame residence at 10:44 p.m. following a 911 call reporting that the house was on fire. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered heavy fire involvement on the first floor, with flames spreading to the second floor, attic and roof area. Water was applied to the fire within minutes of firefighters' arrival, and crews continued the exterior attack until most of the fire was knocked down. The building ...

County lawmakers pass budget by 10-9 vote

October 29, 2026

MAYVILLE – By the thinnest of margins, the Chautauqua County Legislature has approved its budget for 2027. The budget was adopted by a 10-9 vote, with all seven Democrats voting against it, along with two Republicans – Dalton Anthony of Frewsburg and Fred Johnson of Westfield. The ...

Westfield man charged in assault, damage at motel

October 27, 2026

WESTFIELD --- An 18-year-old is facing felony charges after a disturbance on Sunday afternoon. Westfield police on Tuesday reported at approximately 5:24 p.m., officers responded to the Thruway Motel on North Portage Street. Upon arrival, officers encountered an active physical altercation involving multiple individuals. Officers intervened and took Caleb E. Dellahoy of Westfield into custody. The investigation indicates Dellahoy allegedly assaulted multiple individuals and caused significant property damage during the incident. Dellahoy was subsequently charged with felony ...

Clymer man charged with rape of underage girl

October 26, 2026

A Clymer man has been charged with second-degree rape and endangering the welfare of a child. On Thursday, an arrest warrant was issued by Busti Town Court after a Lakewood-Busti police investigation. James S. Miller, 30, of Clymer allegedly engaged in sexual contact with a female under the ...

Frewsburg returning to 9th straight semifinal

October 25, 2026

FREWSBURG — At this point in the Frewsburg girls soccer program’s timeline, the regular season is all about preparing for the playoffs. Judging by the Bears’ performance Saturday, they are ready for the postseason. Senior Audrey Eckwahl netted a hat trick and No. 3 Frewsburg directed ...

Frewsburg man charged in sex crimes with children

October 24, 2026

A yearlong investigation into online exploitation of children in southern Chautauqua County has led to the arrest of a 29-year-old Frewsburg man. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office said it initiated the probe in 2025. Through its investigation a suspect was identified as Grey E. Snyder. ...