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CAP cadets tour Martz-Kohl Observatory

Cadets of the Jamestown Civil Air Patrol composition squadron recently toured the Martz-Kohl Observatory. The cadets had the chance to learn about the history of the observatory dating back to the original observatory built on the grounds. Then the cadets split into two groups so everyone ...

Thule Lodge holds Swedish Midsommar meal with music

FALCONER — The Thule Lodge held its Swedish Midsommar meal with dancing and music at the 3C's Falcon's Nest restaurant in Falconer. The evening's event was opened with a welcome from Lodge chairman Scott Axelson. A variety of food was available to all including Swedish meatballs, ...

Floating stage creating issues in Celoron

Four years ago, the floating stage in Bemus Point hosted its final concert. The end of the Chautauqua Lake Pops concerts in Mayville, previously held as the Bemus Point Pops in Bemus Point, meant the floating stage upon which concerts were held no longer had a home. The stage had already been moved from Bemus Point to Mayville. From Mayville, the stage ended up behind Ready About Sailing in Celoron. And, now the stage is becoming a slight problem for Celoron’s code enforcement officials. During a May Celoron Village Board meeting, Alan Gustafson, village code enforcement officer, ...

Police Reports

JAMESTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT - Abraham M. Kamara, 48, of Georgia, was charged June 24 with driving while intoxicated. According to police, at about 2:19 a.m., officers conducted a traffic stop at West Second and North Main streets. A subsequent investigation revealed that Kamara allegedly was operating the vehicle while intoxicated. He was placed into custody, and taken to Jamestown City Jail. He will be in Jamestown City Court later. - Joseph E. Novak, 32, of Jamestown was charged June 28 with third-degree criminal possession of a weapon, and second-degree menacing. According to ...

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DinoPals Series begins July 1 at Prendergast Library Prendergast Library offers fun, free educational programming for all ages. Every Wednesday from July 1 to August 19 the library will be offering the DinoPals Series! Enjoy a Dino-themed crafts featuring new species and facts every week. No registration is needed for this free program, held on the lawn from 12:30- 1:30 p.m., as weather permits. LEGO at Prendergast Library begins July 3 Every Friday in July at 9:30 a.m., Prendergast library will be offering Early Birds: LEGO. Enjoy Summer time LEGO fun, building famous ...

State warns of extreme heat conditions for region

New Yorkers are being urged to prepare for a period of extreme heat starting Tuesday with "feels-like" temperatures expected to reach the 90s and low 100s across Western New York, and the high 80s to low 90s in eastern parts of the state and New York City. The heat is expected to increase Wednesday and Thursday with most of the state experiencing temperatures around or above 100 degrees, potentially up to 110 degrees in some areas. Extreme Heat Watches are currently in effect for the Capital Region, Long Island, Mid-Hudson, Mohawk Valley, New York City, and the Southern Tier. “This ...