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New York State's Budget Has Grown to $277 Billion

6/16/2026 10:59:13 AM

New York State's recently adopted budget was originally reported to be $268.5 billion. Now it has grown even larger than that. The 2026-2027 spending plan that Governor Kathy Hochul signed is now up to $277 billion. State Assemblyman Andrew Molitor, who was a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Tuesday, says he's not surprised about that bump in spending. He says the biggest reason for that i...read more

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Sheriff Quattrone Receives Award from Jamestown City Treatment Court

2026-06-16 09:03

Chautauqua County's top cop has been honored with a Commitment to Excellence Award from Jamestown City Treatment Court. Undersheriff James Rensel, Captain Jacob Stahley and Sergeant Phil Lombardo from the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office were on hand to accept the award on behalf of Sheriff Jim Quattrone. National Treatment Court Month is observed each May to recognize the important role treat...read more

U.S. Supreme Court Declines to Hear Appeal of NYS Gun Law

2026-06-16 08:48

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to take up a challenge to a 2021 New York law that allows lawsuits to be filed against gun makers, wholesalers, and dealers for endangering the safety of others through sales of firearms and ammunition. The National Shooting Sports Foundation, along with a number of gun manufacturers, argued that the state's law conflicted with federal law. New York Gove...read more

County to Conduct Review of Agriculture District 10

2026-06-16 05:15

The Chautauqua County Legislature will conduct a review of County Agriculture District 10 this summer, as required every eight years by New York State Agriculture & Markets Law. The review will take place in the towns of Arkwright, Charlotte, Cherry Creek, Ellington, Gerry and Villenova, and the Village of Sinclairville, encompassing 84,281 acres. The county has designated August 1-30 as the...read more

Repeat Drug Offender from Dunkirk Gets 15-Year Prison Sentence for Probation Violation

2026-06-16 04:05

A Dunkirk man with a history of arrests for narcotics possession is headed to state prison for 15 years for a probation violation. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt says 29-year-old Dakota Cordell was sentenced Tuesday by County Court Judge David Foley following a hearing. The violation resulted from a March arrest at 81 Lincoln Avenue in the city, where Cordell and three ot...read more

State Providing $2.1 Billion Through STAR Program in Summer and Fall

2026-06-16 03:00

Nearly 2.8 million New Yorkers will receive $2.1 billion in tax relief this summer and fall through the state's School Tax Relief (STAR) program. Governor Kathy Hochul, who made the announcement in New York City on Tuesday, says while some STAR recipients will receive their benefits in a form of a tax exemption this year, many others will get a tax credit and be sent a check in the mail thi...read more

Monday Traffic Stop Nets Four Arrests in Jamestown

2026-06-16 01:40

A traffic stop on Jamestown's south side early Monday resulted in four arrests. Jamestown Police say they pulled over a vehicle driven by 55-year-old Lawrence Boughton of Falconer shortly after 2:30 AM. During the stop, officers were informed that two passengers, 49-year-old Ricky Bemis and 27-year-old Charles Dean -- both of Jamestown -- had bench warrants for failing to appear in court. Bought...read more

North County Duo Indicted After Probe into Numerous Burglaries

2026-06-16 12:35

A Chautauqua County grand jury has indicted two north county residents following a months-long investigation into 10 separate burglaries in Amish communities. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt says 46-year-old Jarrett Sikes of Brocton and 56-year-old Melinda Pelayo of Dunkirk face 35 combined counts in the indictment that was handed down on Monday. Schmidt says the Chautauqua Cou...read more

Fredonia Hires Retired DPW Employee as Part-Time Supervisor

2026-06-16 10:24

The Village of Fredonia is turning to a retired Public Works employee to temporarily head up that department on a part-time basis. During a workshop on Monday, trustees approved the hire of Jenness Merrill as DPW Supervisor by a 3-1 vote. One of the sponsors of that measure was LeeAnn Lazarony, who says Merrill is willing to fill that position until the village finds someone permanent. She highl...read more

Funding Opportunity Available for Youth Sports Programs in County

2026-06-16 09:25

The Chautauqua County Youth Bureau is looking to expand opportunities for young people to experience the many benefits of youth sports, including teamwork, leadership, physical activity and personal growth. The county's Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services (DMHSS) has announced the availability of funding through the Office for Children and Family Services (OCFS) to support yout...read more

Motorcycle Crash Claims Life of Evans Man

2026-06-16 07:41

A 56-year-old man from Evans lost his life in a motorcycle crash last weekend. Evans Town Police responded to the scene on Holland Road after the motorcycle and its operator were discovered off the roadway Sunday morning. Officers say a preliminary investigation found that the crash had occurred Saturday evening, when the motorcyclist failed to negotiate a curve and subsequently struck a tree. T...read more

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