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Dispute Over Dental Insurance Benefits for Retired Jamestown City Court Judge Boils Over
A dispute over whether retired Jamestown City Court Judge Fred Larson should reimburse the city for dental insurance benefits he was not entitled to boiled over into public during the Jamestown City Council's recent work session. The City Council's Finance Committee approved a resolution calling for a state investigation into whether Larson received the benefit as part of what some called a "backroom deal" with Eddie Sundquist's administration that allowed the current county legislator to get over $1,576 in dental benefits for him and his family. While former City Councilman and current County Legislator Tom Nelson pled Larson's case, current Councilman Jeff Russell interjected that council never knew about the agreement...
Bills make 1st decision at linebacker, release former Pro Bowler among Sunday cuts
The Buffalo Bills began to make roster cuts on Sunday when the team announced the release of seven players. Former Pro Bowl linebacker Deion Jones was the biggest name on the list. The Bills signed him as a free agent right after the NFL Draft to add some depth behind starters Terrel Bernard and Matt Milano, who suffered a torn biceps during practice 10 days ago.
Bills Predicted to Waive Fan-Favorite RB at Final Roster Cuts
Frank Gore Jr. said he was out to “prove people wrong” after going undrafted and signing with the Buffalo Bills early this offseason. The running back, the son of NFL great and former Bills running back Frank Gore, proved himself as a capable NFL running back in the team’s final preseason game on August 24. Gore rushed for 101 yards on 18 carries with a touchdown in the 31-26 loss to the Carolina Panthers, completing a strong stretch in training camp and the preseason.
Buffalo Bills linked to Dallas Cowboys roster bubble defensive player
With the preseason officially over for the Buffalo Bills, the next time Bills Mafia will see the team run out onto the field, it will be for a game that will actually matter. There is just one more true step that has to happen before the Bills start their season, roster cuts. Brandon Beane will need to trim the roster down to 53 active players as well form a practice squad.
Man Dies After Collins Motorcycle Crash
A motorcycle crash in the Town of Collins has claimed a life. State Police on patrol saw a motorcycle off Zoar Valley Road near Otto Road shortly before 12:30 PM Saturday and determined that the motorcycle was traveling east on Zoar Valley Road when it lost control after running over gravel and ultimately struck a ditch. Troopers say this caused the operator, 68-year-old Mark Burkholder of Amherst, to be thrown from the motorcycle. Troopers applied live-saving measures on scene and were later assisted by Gowanda EMS for his head and neck injuries. Burkholder was transported to Bertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville, but was ultimately pronounced dead. His body was transported to the Erie County Medical Examiner's Office for a pending autopsy.
Pa. officials unveil memorial for fire police officer killed in 2023
NORTH EAST, Pa. — Representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), the Highway Safety Network, Fuller Hose Company No. 1 and other local first responders gathered at Gibson Park in North East on Tuesday to unveil a permanent memorial for fallen firefighter Shawn Giles on the one-year anniversary of his death.
Jamestown man dead after motorcycle crash in Chautauqua Co.
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — A Jamestown man is dead following a motorcycle crash Friday afternoon on Route 394 in the Town of Poland, New York State Police announced. Troopers responded around 1:11 p.m. to the scene of the crash. An investigation found that 77-year-old John W. Hodgkin was traveling westbound on Route 394 when he […]
Jamestown Pair Accused of Being Under Influence of Meth While Watching Children
Two Jamestown residents are facing child endangerment charges after they were allegedly found to be "severely" under the influence of methamphetamine during a domestic dispute Saturday evening. Jamestown Police were called to an address on the city's south side shortly after 6:00 PM and determined that 32-year-old Rebecca Blue and 25-year-old Damion Carlson were under the influence of the drug while they were supposed to be caring for Blue's three underage children. Blue and Carlson were both taken into custody and charged with three counts of endangering the welfare of a child. Officers add that the children were uninjured and taken in by a family member.
DiNapoli Audit Critical of Falconer Central School District's Budgeting Practices
A state audit has found that the Falconer Central School District did not properly manage its fund balance and reserves from July 2020 through April 2024. New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli says the audit found that Falconer School Board and district officials failed to implement corrective action despite audits from 2009 and 2016 that identified similar deficiencies. According to DiNapoli, district officials' budgeting practices resulted in the district levying more real property taxes than needed, a significant accumulation of surplus fund balance in excess of the statutory limit and missed opportunities to lower real property taxes.
City of Jamestown Sees Sales Tax Revenue Shortfall for 2nd Quarter
For the second quarter in a row in 2024, the City of Jamestown has had a shortfall in sales tax revenues, though the amount is still close to where it was in 2023. That's according to City Council Finance Committee Chairman Brent Sheldon, who gave an update during this week's council work session. Sheldon told panel members that the city had received more than $2.1 million for April through June of this year...
Sherman Woman Charged with DWI After Motor Vehicle Crash
A woman from the Town of Sherman was arrested for DWI after a motor vehicle crash. On Friday around 7:40 PM, deputies with the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office responded to Route 430 in the Town of Sherman. The operator of the vehicle was identified as 39-year-old Lindsey Huval, who officers later determined was allegedly driving while intoxicated. Huval was arrested and charged with DWI and moving from lane unsafely. Huval will appear at the Town of Sherman Court at a later date and time.
New York State Dad's 5 Rules For Back To School
The cold and flu season are starting to take over New York State. With back to school approaching from Niagara Falls to Albany, it is time to really remember what your mom and dad taught you about staying healthy through the year.
New York State Resident Reports “Cylindrical Shaped” Hovering Object
A New York state resident reported seeing what they first thought was a police helicopter hovering near the ground. However, as the witness continued to look on they noticed something very odd about this encounter. What exactly was this person from Watervliet seeing here? Is this some sort of thing...
Key Parts Of $4 Billion Cuomo Bridge In New York Not Durable, Lawsuit
Top New York State officials are fighting to "guarantee the toll payers get what they paid for." The New York State Thruway Authority (NYSTA) is now filing a lawsuit against the company that built the Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge. New York State Thruway Authority Files Lawsuit Regarding Cuomo Bridge.
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