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Luv Kia Of Jamestown To Close Its Doors On April 10

A Kia car dealership in Jamestown will be closing its doors by the end of next week. Luv Kia of Jamestown announced via Facebook on Wednesday that their Kia location will be closing on April 10. The post notes that it is just this specific location, and people can still use other locations included in Luv Auto Group. The dealership is located at 1700-1710 Washington Street. “We are liquidating all remaining Kia inventory before April 10th,” the dealership said in a Facebook post. “If you’ve been looking for a deal, now is the time to visit us one last time. Thank you for ...

Giving Back: Local Advocates Coordinate Drive For World Down Syndrome Day

Amy Pembridge can’t wait for March 21, 2027. That’s because March 21, 2026, more than fulfilled Pembridge’s expectations for her fundraising event in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day that gathered socks to donate to a company dedicated to addressing an increasing need for many ...

Jamestown Taking Over Parcels With Homeless Squatters

A dozen parcels in the city of Jamestown that are currently owned by Chautauqua County are being transferred to the city so they can be cleaned up and remove homeless people staying there. The parcels were owned by Kristie White but were foreclosed on by the county after the taxes were not paid on them. The addresses of the parcels are as follows: 60 W. 14th St.; 32 W. 17th St.; two additional parcels on West 17th St.; two parcels on West 15th St.; one parcel on Isabella Ave.; two parcels on Monroe St.; and three parcels on Clinton St. The county legislature approved the ...

Former Dunkirk Treasurer Makes Court Appearance

MAYVILLE – A former Dunkirk treasurer who is accused of stealing more than $100,000 from city coffers made an appearance in court. On Tuesday, Mark Woods appeared before state Supreme Court Justice Grace Hanlon. Woods wore a suit and had a wooden cane. He did not speak during the appearance. He is being represented by attorney Justin Ginter of Buffalo. The case is being prosecuted by Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt. Woods was arrested in January following an investigation by the District Attorney and state Comptroller’s offices on charges of public ...

Chautauqua’s Got Talent Opens 16th Season At Spire Theater

With a packed house, and an impressive lineup of performers representing a wide range of styles and backgrounds, the 16th season of Chautauqua’s Got Talent kicked off Monday night at The Spire Theater. The opening round featured everything from golden oldies to modern pop, hip hop to ...