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Tentative 2027 County Budget Currently Down to 'Bare Bones,' Says Wendel

8/31/2026 12:30:53 PM

As Chautauqua County Executive P.J. Wendel works on preparing next year's county budget, he says the spending plan is currently down to "the bare bones." Wendel gave an update on the budget process as a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Monday. He says his departments have looked at everything and have made significant cuts in order to provide a budget that's "very tight." Wendel says there...read more

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Chautauqua Institution's Season Ends, Mark Coolidge Johnson Becomes President

2026-08-31 05:25

The end of Chautauqua Institution's 153rd Summer Assembly has marked a transition in leadership. Mark Coolidge Johnson officially became Chautauqua's 19th President on Monday after interim Chief Executive Kyle Keogh concluded the season Sunday evening with the ceremonial three taps of the gavel. In his closing remarks, Keogh said, "I am excited for Mark and confident in his leadership. What we h...read more

Mayville Woman Charged Following Afternoon Altercation

2026-08-31 04:02

Chautauqua County Sheriff's deputies have charged a Mayville woman following a report of an altercation in the Town of Chautauqua early Monday afternoon. Deputies responded to the scene shortly after 1:00 PM and found that 33-year-old Heather Coon had allegedly caused more than $250 in damage to someone's property. Coon was arrested on a felony charge of 3rd-degree criminal mischief and was late...read more

Chautauqua County Reports First Measles Case in Over Three Decades

2026-08-31 02:27

A lab-confirmed case of measles has been reported in Chautauqua County for the first time in over 30 years. The Chautauqua County Health Department (CCHD) made the announcement Monday afternoon. Health officials say they are taking proactive steps to respond to this case, reduce the risk of further spread, and ensure residents have access to the information, assistance, and support they nee...read more

Overdose Deaths in New York Have Fallen 45% Since 2022

2026-08-31 02:05

Deaths from drug overdoses in New York State have declined by approximately 45% since 2022. Governor Kathy Hochul made the announcement on Monday as the state marks International Overdose Awareness Day. According to data compiled by the CDC, fatal overdoses fell from more than 6,630 individuals (approximately 18 people each day) since 2022 to 3,775 individuals (approximately 10 people each day) ...read more

Jamestown Man Allegedly Steals and Crashes Vehicle, Attacks Officers at City Jail

2026-08-31 10:14

A Jamestown man was taken into custody on numerous charges stemming from a domestic dispute on the city's north side on Sunday. Jamestown Police responded to the scene at about 10:15 AM and were informed by the victim that 36-year-old Brantley Churchill had allegedly taken her vehicle without her permission. Officers subsequently determined that while driving the victim's vehicle, Churchill was ...read more

Gas Prices Remain Elevated as Labor Day Weekend Nears

2026-08-31 08:24

There has been a mix of changes in the average price at the gas pump at the national, state and local levels over the past week. According to AAA, Monday's national average price per gallon is $4.08, which is down nearly two cents from a week ago. Meanwhile, New York State saw its average per gallon climb by almost five cents to $4.21. And in Chautauqua County, the average is $4.28, which is up ...read more

Fugitive from Justice Arrested in Westfield

2026-08-31 06:27

A harassment complaint in the Village of Westfield led to the arrest of a man with an outstanding warrant out of Erie County, Pennsylvania. Westfield Police were called to the Thruway Holiday Motel on North Portage Street shortly after 9:30 PM last Wednesday and, after investigation, found out about the warrant for the caller, 40-year-old Richard Goodman III. Goodman allegedly resisted officers ...read more

Officials Celebrate 70th Anniversary of Stateline Speedway

2026-08-30 07:55

The culmination of a year-long 70th anniversary celebration of stock car racing took place Saturday evening at Stateline Speedway in Busti. Four proclamations and citations were presented to owners Bill and Lisa Catania, who purchased the track from Jim and Jean Scott last year. State Senator George Borrello, who presented his proclamation first, thanked the Catanias for what they have done to k...read more

Wells' Dunkirk Plant to Receive National Award in September

2026-08-30 07:23

While Wells Enterprises recently celebrated the completion of Phase 2 of the expansion of its ice cream facility in Dunkirk, the same plant will also gain some national recognition. During Thursday's ribbon-cutting ceremony, spokesperson Adam Baumgartner announced that the local facility will officially be recognized in September as Dairy Foods Magazine's Plant of the Year. Baumgartner encourage...read more

Elizabeth Booth Named to SUNY Fredonia's University Council

2026-08-30 05:18

Elizabeth Booth has been appointed by Governor Kathy Hochul to the SUNY Fredonia University Council. Booth -- who resides in the Town of Arkwright -- is a retired nonprofit and public-sector professional with over 30 years of leadership in higher education, workforce development, and nonprofit and private sector management. She served as Director of the North County Center of Jamestown Community...read more

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