A proposal by two Chautauqua County Democratic leaders to reduce taxes and spend down the county’s reserves is going to be reviewed in committee. During the county legislature meeting Wednesday, county lawmakers voted 11-7 to send the resolution entitled “Affordability Act of 2026” ...

CELORON – Celoron Village Board members have decided not to rescind a local law opting out of cannabis sales or on-site consumption in the village. The board hosted a packed public hearing in September 2025. In the ensuing months, village officials have been deciding whether or not to ...

GERRY — Another nursing home in Chautauqua County is going to be closing its doors. Heritage Ministries announced Wednesday morning that the decision has been made to close their Gerry facility, Heritage Village, citing ongoing financial and operational challenges facing the long-term care ...

A bridge loan allowing for construction to begin on the Prendergast Landing project on the corner of Fairmount Avenue and West Eighth Street has now been approved by the City Council. The loan for Jade Empire LLC is a bridge loan of $350,000 at a fixed rate of four percent over a period of ...

FALCONER – A former Jamestown business has relocated to Falconer, where collaborative efforts have allowed two businesses to share the costs of one space. After a series of challenges arose for Audrey Ralston, owner of Chautauqua Soap Co., the owner of the West Main Mercantile in ...

With the frigid temperatures in the forecast, students in Jamestown Public Schools have access to free winter clothing at all schools within the district. JPS Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said after Tuesday’s board of education meeting. “We have free clothing - hats, gloves, coats, ...