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New limits proposed on animal-tested cleaning products

Legislation introduced recently in the state Assembly would prohibit the sale and import of some household cleaning products that were created using animal testing. Assemblywoman Linda Rosenthal, D-New York City, is proposing a new section of the state General Business Law to set new limits ...

Going Boldly: Jamestown's connection to 60 years of Star Trek

  Jamestown may seem an unlikely place to find an important chapter in the history of Star Trek. But as the legendary television series celebrates its 60th anniversary this week, Lucille Ball's hometown has a remarkable connection to the final frontier. Sixty years ago last night, on ...

IDA continues to assist pierogi business

A Silver Creek pierogi business still needs assistance, but appears to be on its way to recover financially. Last fall, the Chautauqua County Legislature transferred 12 Howard St. to the Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency for $30,674, which was the amount owed in back taxes. That is the location of Barbie Crockski Pierogi. One of the owners had been dealing with some health issues and they fell behind on their taxes. Previously, the county IDA had loaned the business, officially called Lancaster Foods, LLC, around $85,000. The IDA set up a payment plan for the ...

Three charged in city drug bust

Three Jamestown residents face charges after city police officers served a search warrant at 10:15 p.m. Sept. 3 at 211 E. Eighth St., lower apartment. Zulery M. Jimenez-Fuentes, 28, was charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and tampering with physical evidence; Jessica Hernandez, 43, was charged with three counts of seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and tampering with physical evidence; and Marcelino Hernandez, 45, was charged with seventh-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and tampering with physical ...

Lisa Vanstrom seeks re-election to County Legislature District 15

Chautauqua County Legislator Lisa Vanstrom of Ellicott has announced her candidacy for re-election, representing District 15 on the Chautauqua County Legislature. Vanstrom is seeking to continue to work on behalf of local constituents, with a focus on fiscal responsibility, efficient ...