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City of Jamestown Reminds Residents: Fireworks Are Illegal in New York State
(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – July 2, 2024 – As the Fourth of July approaches, the City of Jamestown reminds all residents that fireworks are illegal in New York State. The City urges everyone to celebrate safely and legally by attending fireworks shows at locations with proper approval for launching fireworks.
Jamestown YMCA Now Offering Summer Feeding Program in Greater Jamestown Area
Food will be available at the various sites across Jamestown and surrounding communities Mondays through Fridays as of Monday, July 1. Parents/Guardians and/or children can arrive to pick up a fully prepared, balanced meal. Food sites are available thanks to the YMCA’s partnership with the City of Jamestown, Frewsburg Parks and Recreation, Jamestown Public Schools, Prendergast Library, Falconer Central School and Hazeltine Library.
Jamestown Man Charged After Domestic Incident, Struggle with Officers
A Jamestown man is facing a number of charges after an investigation into a domestic incident Sunday evening. Jamestown Police responded to an address on the city's south side at about 8:45 PM and discovered that 38-year-old Felix Rodriguez-Gomez allegedly violated an order of protection to stay away from the victim. Rodriguez-Gomez then allegedly tried to flee from officers, but was taken into custody after a brief struggle. He was also allegedly found to be in possession of a quantity of methamphetamine, a digital scale, and plastic bags commonly used for packaging controlled substances. Rodriguez-Gomez was held pending arraignment on a felony count of 1st-degree criminal contempt, along with one count of 7th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, two counts of criminally using drug paraphernalia, and one count of resisting arrest.
Summer at the National Comedy Center in Jamestown
The St. Peter's Basilica of comedy is in Western New York. Kate Welshofer of the National Comedy Center tells us more about this landmark in Jamestown. "We celebrate comedy and the legends of comedy," Welshofer says. Jamestown is comic legend Lucille Ball's hometown. The Comedy Center says it operates in...
UWSCC Recognizes Volunteers of the Year
A group of 19 volunteers was honored recently during the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County's annual Volunteer of the Year recognition ceremony. Held at Chautauqua Adult Day Services on June 18th, the event featured glowing praise from the United Way and its community partner agencies for the service provided by the volunteers to the local nonprofits. The evening event had a puzzle theme this year, with the tagline "Volunteers: The ESSENTIAL Piece."
Jamestown’s Smoking Ordinance Now Includes Cannabis
The update passed by City Council at their June voting session prohibits the use of tobacco, tobacco products, electronic cigarettes, and cannabis or herbal cigarettes on property owned or leased by the City of Jamestown including streets, sidewalks, city parks, playgrounds, parklets, and parking lots. Council President Tony Dolce said...
United Way Seeking Nominations for Joseph H. Mason Award
The United Ways of Chautauqua County are currently seeking nominations for the 2024 Joseph H. Mason Award. The award recognizes the community service of a local union member. Now in its 43rd year, the Joseph H. Mason Award and “Salute to Labor” recognition dinner honor the memory of Mr. Mason and all that he did for our community. This year, for the first time in its history, nominations are open to union members from the entire county.
Man accused of stabbing Salman Rushdie rejects plea deal involving terrorism charge
The man charged with stabbing author Salman Rushdie rejected a plea deal Tuesday that would have shortened his state prison term but exposed him to a federal terrorism-related charge, the suspect’s lawyer said. Hadi Matar, 26, has been held without bail since the 2022 attack, in which he is accused of stabbing Rushdie more than […]
New Director, New Policies, New Direction at Paws Along the River
WARREN, Pa. – Walking in, the shelter looked similar to a home where a new family was in the end stages of unpacking. A few boxes and small pieces of furniture awaiting its final location, one last wall needing a new coat of paint, a sense of organized chaos.
Vietnam Veterans Honored in Chautauqua County
Over 100 Vietnam Veterans gathered at Cassadaga Valley High School on July 1st to be a part of a commemorative pin ceremony. “This is truly one of the most meaningful things that I have done as a member of congress," stated Nick Langworthy, U.S. Congressman for the 23rd District of New York. "To hold this event and honor the sacrifices of our Vietnam Veterans.”
New law clarifies Adult Survivors Act
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)– Roughly 3,000 cases were brought forward because of New York Adult Survivors Act. Now, there is new legislation that clarifies the law. The Adult Survivors Act went into effect back in 2022. It gave sexual assault survivors one year to sue their abusers in a civil case if the statute of limitations […]
Oregon follows in New York’s footsteps with massive healthcare expansion plan
The Oregon Health Authority is expanding Medicaid coverage to those who earn more than the federal limits. Currently, the state grants Medicaid for 1.4 million citizens who earn up to 138% of the federal poverty level, but now the new OHP Bridge Plan will be expanded to benefits who earn up to 200% of the […]
Another Hudson Valley, NY Manufacturing Plant Closing; 81 Layoffs
Another 81 New York workers will be laid off this Fall when a Hudson Valley manufacturing plant is officially acquired by another company and moves out of state. It's a news story that seems all too familiar in the Hudson Valley. Since February, hundreds of Hudson Valley factory workers have been laid off in a series of announcements about the mergers, closings or downsizing of businesses operating in New York State.
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