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Local Vietnam Veterans Honored at 50th Anniversary Pinning Ceremony
Numerous local veterans who served during the Vietnam War were honored for their sacrifice and service during a special 50th anniversary Vietnam-era veteran pinning ceremony Monday afternoon. Congressman Nick Langworthy hosted the ceremony featuring the 179 veterans at Cassadaga Valley Central School in Sinclairville. Langworthy called the ceremony "a small token of our immense gratitude"...
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.
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."
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.
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.
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...
Ferguson Says Pro-Housing Pledge Will Stimulate Growth in Fredonia Area
The Mayor of Fredonia says the village's recent adoption of a New York State Pro-Housing Community pledge is designed to encourage future growth in and around the village. Mike Ferguson spoke more about the matter during an appearance on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Tuesday. Ferguson says the pledge fits into the village's plan for growth, citing ongoing and future projects in the Dunkirk-Fredonia area...
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...
New Civic Engagement Opportunities for SUNY Students
SUNY Students Encouraged To Apply Here for 500 Paid Civic and Service Internships. In a move to foster civic responsibility and community service among its student body, SUNY is launching the Empire State Service Corps Program. This initiative, led by Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado, expands paid civic and service opportunities for SUNY students.
New York: Don’t Leave These Items Unattended in Your Backyard
A deer in New York was saved just minutes from death in a New York neighborhood this week. Rescue workers said the tragedy could have been avoided all together if more attention was paid to items left unattended in the homeowner's backyard. From upstate New York to Long Island, many...
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