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Quattrone Gives Update on Probe into Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Mina
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7/1/2025 1:53:35 PM
Chautauqua County's top cop says his department's investigation into the recent officer-involved shooting in the Town of Mina is nearly complete. However, he says it may still be a while before the New York Attorney General's Office completes its findings, as required by law for any officer-involved shooting in the state. Sheriff Jim Quattrone, who gave an update on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on...read more
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Langworthy, Stefanik Introduce SAFER at the Border Act
2025-07-01 07:46
Two members of Congress from New York have introduced legislation geared towards border security. On Tuesday, Nick Langworthy and Elise Stefanik announced the introduction of the Safeguarding Americans from Extreme Risk (SAFER) at the Border Act, which Langworthy says would close "dangerous" loopholes and restore strict vetting protocols. Langworthy says the SAFER at the Border Act would, more ...read more
Crash in French Creek Leads to DWI Charge for Clymer Man
2025-07-01 04:49
A Clymer man faces a drunk driving charge as the result of a one-vehicle crash in the Town of French Creek. Chautauqua County Sheriff's deputies responded to Bush Road at about 5:15 PM Friday and identified 60-year-old Lawrence Dunnewold as the driver and lone occupant of the vehicle. Deputies say further investigation found that Dunnewold was intoxicated. He will appear in French Creek Town Cou...read more
State Launches SUNY and CUNY Reconnect for Adult Learners
2025-07-01 04:36
A new program offering free community college for SUNY and CUNY students ages 25-55 is now open. On Tuesday, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the launch of SUNY Reconnect and CUNY Reconnect for eligible students pursuing select Associate's degrees in high-demand occupations. Hochul says for the four million working-age adults in the state who do not already have a college degree or credential, th...read more
Judge Sentences Dunkirk Man to 11 Years in Prison for Probation Violation
2025-07-01 02:51
A Dunkirk man who violated his probation for a conviction on drug-related charges will spend 11 years in state prison. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt says 45-year-old Ronnie Walker also received three years post-release supervision during his sentencing Monday in County Court following a February arrest in Jamestown for three counts of 3rd-degree criminal possession of a ...read more
Jamestown Man Charged with Threatening ICE Agents on Social Media
2025-07-01 02:49
A Jamestown man has been charged after he allegedly made multiple death threats against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on social media in April. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced Tuesday that 43-year-old Matthew White was arrested on a charge of communicating interstate threats. According to prosecutors, Homeland Security Investigations learned on April 30th that a Twi...read more
Trump's Spending Bill Passes in Senate After Tie-Breaking Vote
2025-07-01 12:26
The U.S. Senate on Tuesday approved the tax policy package that Republicans have dubbed the "One, Big Beautiful Bill." After a marathon voting session that lasted more than 26 hours, the Senate passed the massive measure by the slimmest of margins. Three GOP senators voted against it, but Vice President J.D. Vance cast the tie-breaking vote in favor. The bill now goes back to the House, where ...read more
County Taking Applications for Funding from Tourism Development Grant Program
2025-07-01 12:20
Applications are now open for funding from Chautauqua County's 3% Occupancy Tax Tourism Development Grant Program. County officials say they're looking for projects that can help attract more visitors -- especially overnight guests -- and shine a spotlight on what makes the county special. Applications will only be available online through the County Planning and Development website and can...read more
Fredonia High School Celebrates Class of 2025
2025-07-01 10:42
Fredonia Central School's newest graduates were celebrated for their achievements as they "cross[ed] the finish line" of their careers as high school students. Members of Fredonia's Class of 2025 walked across the stage at SUNY Fredonia's King Concert Hall to receive their diplomas in front of family and friends at Fredonia's 94th Commencement on Sunday. Principal Darrin Paschke thanked the...read more
Dunkirk Man Arrested, Accused of Attacking Females with Beer Bottles
2025-07-01 09:40
Dunkirk Police have charged a city man with a handful of counts stemming from a report of a fight last Thursday. Officers were called to the area of Lake Shore Drive East and Middle Road at about 1:30 PM and spoke with a female, who alleged that 21-year-old Dariel Ayala had shoved her and threw a beer bottle at her before fleeing the scene in her vehicle. Police found that there was an active or...read more
COI Awarded Over $6.7 Million for Head Start
2025-07-01 08:11
Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc. has been awarded a federal grant totaling $6,767,042 for Head Start projects. Congressman Nick Langworthy announced the funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on Monday. Head Start is based on the premise that all children share certain needs and that children of income eligible families can benefit from a comprehensive developmental pro...read more
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