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City Council Hears from Public Regarding Cable Franchise Agreement Renewal with Breezeline
WARREN, Pa. – A half dozen people voiced their displeasure with the service provided by Breezeline during a public hearing on Monday regarding the renewal of the City of Warren Cable Franchise Agreement with the company. Mayor Dave Wortman briefly explained how the city benefits from a cable franchise...
Controversy over Eagles Crest Project Dominates Warren City Council Meetings
Heated debates and a newly issued lawsuit over a new building project slated for downtown Warren have dominated recent city council meetings. The discussions and lawsuit revolve around a building located on the corner of Liberty Street and Pennsylvania in downtown Warren. The building, which has been vacant for several...
Conarro Resigns from Parks, Recreation & Landscape Commission; Is Recognized by City Council
WARREN, Pa. – Warren City Council recognized Mary Conarro for her decades of service to the city on Monday, while accepting her resignation from the Parks, Recreation, and Landscape Commission. “It is with regret that I accept Mrs. Mary Conarro’s resignation from the Parks Recreation and Landscape Commission,” Warren...
Jamestown Resident Arrested on Warrants, Drug, and Weapon Charges
(WNY News Now) – A routine street check led to the arrest of Michael A. Green, a 33-year-old Jamestown resident, for outstanding warrants and new charges involving drugs and weapons. On July 15, 2024, at approximately 12:09 PM, Jamestown police officers conducted a street check at 1 W 6th...
Domestic Violence Incident Unfolds in Jamestown
(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – On the morning of July 12, 2024, at approximately 10:30 AM, officers from the First Platoon responded to a domestic violence call at a westside address in Jamestown, NY. Upon arrival, they encountered a disturbing scene involving a physical altercation between Nadine S. Glover, 22, and another female, witnessed by a 10-year-old child.
Shocking Domestic Dispute in Jamestown: Man Arrested for Endangering Children
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown – In the early hours of July 10th, 2024, Shawn T. Mason, 41, of Jamestown, was arrested following a domestic dispute that escalated to criminal charges. Town of Ellicott police were dispatched to the scene at 3:02 AM, where Mason allegedly destroyed property in the presence of juveniles, leading to charges of fourth-degree criminal mischief and endangering the welfare of a child.
Former Rite Aid Building Owner, Target Suing for Tax Assessments To Be Lowered
The owners of the former Rite Aid on North Main Street are challenging the City of Jamestown‘s assessment of the property. OFP Wagradol NY LLC filed a lawsuit in Chautauqua County State Supreme Court staying the assessment is “unjust, unequal, excessive, illegal and erroneous.”. The assessed value of...
Narcotics Probe in Buffalo Area Leads to Two Arrests, Including Jamestown Man
A Jamestown man is one of two suspects facing charges stemming from a multi-agency investigation into narcotics activity in the Buffalo area. Acting Erie County District Attorney Michael Keane says 43-year-old Lisandro Sanchez (left) was arraigned Tuesday morning on felony counts of 4th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance and tampering with physical evidence, plus misdemeanor counts of 7th-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, obstruction, and resisting arrest. Sanchez was arrested in Buffalo on Monday after investigators saw 27-year-old Dhakari Allen of Kenmore (right) allegedly conduct a narcotics transaction with Sanchez. Investigators saw a quantity of suspected narcotics, packaged for sale, was observed in plain view on the front seat of Allen's vehicle. Both Allen and Sanchez allegedly fought with officers while being placed under arrest. Allen was arraigned on two counts of 3rd-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance, two counts of 2nd-degree criminally using drug paraphernalia, one count of 2nd-degree obstruction and one count of resisting arrest. Both suspects were released on their own recognizance because the charges are non-qualifying for bail. Sanchez faces up to 5 1/2 years in state prison if convicted of the highest charge, while Allen faces up to nine years behind bars.
Jamestown Secures $1.5M for Crucial Infrastructure Upgrades
(WNY News Now) – JAMESTOWN, NY – The City of Jamestown will receive $1.5 million from the 2024 Bridge NY Awards to fund the Minnow Brook Culvert Rehabilitation project. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and fortify critical infrastructure against extreme weather conditions. The Minnow Brook Culvert...
Shapiro administration secures $500 million for I-83 bridge
Harrisburg, Pa. — Pennsylvania made history this week when the Shapiro Administration received the largest federal transportation grant the state has ever seen. The $500 million Large Bridge Project grant, planned for the I-83 South Bridge in Harrisburg, was formally announced Wednesday at a press conference with Governor Josh Shapiro, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, U.S. Senator Bob Casey, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Mike Carroll, Harrisburg Mayor Wanda Williams, elected officials, and labor and local leaders. ...
Severe Weather Live Stream Update
PENNSYLVANIA, USA — Due to a technical issue, Newswatch 16's live stream service is down momentarily. The Stormtracker 16 Team has been on the air providing the latest on severe weather throughout northeastern and central Pennsylvania. Newswatch 16 hopes to have the issue resolved soon, but if you are...
Governor Shapiro’s Ceremonial Bill Signing: Boosting Jobs, Economy, and Shovel-Ready Sites!
BETHLEHEM, PA — On Tuesday, Governor Josh Shapiro, along with DCED Secretary Rick Siger and Lehigh Valley legislators, gathered at the historic Bethlehem Steel General Office (SGO) Building for a ceremonial signing of the new bipartisan budget. The 2024-25 budget focuses on making Pennsylvania more competitive economically, growing the state’s economy, and creating good-paying jobs.
Tolls going up on more Pennsylvania bridges
💲Tolls have not increased on DRPA crossings since 2011. 💲Several planned projects will be funded by the increase. 💲Tolls went up on the Hudson River crossings earlier this year. You can add the three Delaware River crossings from New Jersey into Philadelphia to the list of tolls...
Pa. officials criticized over response to chemical spill at Bartram’s Garden
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to cover? Let us know!. Philadelphia city officials are criticizing Pennsylvania’s Department of Environmental Protection for failing to alert the public about a chemical leak near Bartram’s Garden, located along the Schuylkill River.
Canned cocktails now coming to a grocery and convenience store near you
Pennsylvanians have grown accustomed to being able to buy beer and wine in some grocery and convenience stores but soon they may be able to buy ready-to-drink cocktails such as White Claw, On the Rocks, Stateside, Jack Daniel’s and High Noon as well. What happened: Gov. Josh Shapiro on...
Pennsylvania delegates talk about different tone at Republican National Convention
MILWAUKEE — Pennsylvania delegates at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee say there's been plenty of excitement, but also a different feeling in the wake of former President Donald Trump's brush with death. "There was a sense of people just understood what we had gone through," Rep. Lloyd Smucker...
Workers, lawmaker to rally at gaming conference to demand smoke-free casinos in Pa.
Casino workers, union advocates, and the chair of the state House health committee plan to rally Thursday during a gaming conference in Pittsburgh to demand the elimination of smoking in casinos and other venues. Rep. Dan Frankel, D-Allegheny — chair of the House Health and Human Services Committee — and...
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