Way back when, circa the infancy days of the Voice from the Bullpen, we (Sally and me) had many connections with other people, with whom we crossed many paths. Some were through our jobs, some through church, some through Holy Family School, some who were co-coaches and co-officials, and some ...

Have you ever had a tomato pie in Utica, New York? It’s essentially like a pizza except the crust is a thick, focaccia dough that’s topped with tons of delicious tomato sauce and Romano cheese. It seems too simple to be so good, but getting the perfect dough and sweet and zesty sauce ...

We finished undressing the Christmas tree on Friday. Today, Monday, a kind friend helped us take it apart and bag it. Yes, I know. It’s March 10th as I write this. I hear this echo in my head, “You’re just getting your Christmas tree down? It’s Lent already!” I was annoyed when I ...

As first announced in Mayor Kim Ecklund’s state of the city, a new hydroponic farm operation will soon be seen in Jamestown over the next few years. While still in the design phase as of right now, Ramsay Agriculture is set to take over two sites in the city, one on 65 River Street and a ...

Mayor Kim Ecklund is fighting back against allegations made by the union representing Jamestown police officers critical of the mayor’s statements that the city is investing in public safety. Late Friday, Ecklund issued a response to the guest essay by the Kendall Club Benevolent ...

The federal government’s push for U.S. citizens to get a Real ID driver’s license is causing some confusion for New Yorkers who already have an enhanced driver’s license. According to Kerri Smith, the motor vehicle administrator for Chautauqua County, individuals who already have an ...