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K-9 helps thwart reported Chautauqua Co. burglary
Chautauqua Co., NY– (WJET/WFXP)– A reported burglary in Chautauqua County, NY was recently thwarted thanks to the help of a K-9 unit sheriffs said. According to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office, police were first notified of a burglary in progress along Moon Road in the Town of Stockton on Thursday around 12:30 p.m. When police […]
Only On Erie News Now: Soap Opera Star Previews Return to Chautauqua County
Forty-five years. That’s how long Melody Thomas Scott has played “Nikki Newman” on The Young and the Restless (Y&R). Eleven months ago, fans came to see her at the Lucille Ball Little Theatre in Jamestown. Ticket sales raised money for upgrades at the community theater. Almost one year to the day, she’ll be back in Western New York—and now tickets are on sale for this unique event.
CAWTILE continues fight against wind turbines in Great Lakes with public event
Are wind turbines in Lake Erie an environmental disaster waiting to happen? More people in Erie and Chautauqua counties are beginning to ask this question after a wind turbine failure in Nantucket littered surrounding beaches. More from WBEN:
Jamestown man arrested after brutal stabbing, fleeing police
Jamestown, NY (WJET/WFXP)– One person was injured and another in custody after Jamestown, NY police were called for a stabbing Thursday morning. That stabbing took place around 7:24 a.m. on July 25 at a residence on East 2nd Street with the victim suffering several stab wounds to the head and had to be taken to […]
City of Jamestown, NY declares emergency over homeless encampments
Jamestown, NY (WJET/WFXP) — The City of Jamestown, NY government has declared a state of emergency citing unauthorized camping sites on public and private land. In a release, the city said they lack the funds and resources to manage what they’re calling necessary to effectively manage the crisis calling it a plea for immediate support […]
National Comedy Center pays tribute to Lucille Ball with annual festival
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — The National Comedy Center's annual Lucille Ball Festival happens August 1-4, and tickets are currently on sale. The festival pays tribute to the legacy of award-winning comedian, and WNY native, Lucille Ball, and features more than 50 live events. Visitors can expect to see performances by...
Community Rallies to Support Family After Devastating Fire
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – REALiFE Church hosts fundraiser to help the Double family rebuild. On May 21st, the Double family lost their home to a devastating fire. REALiFE Church is stepping in to support them by hosting a fundraising event on August 3rd, with all proceeds going directly to the family.
Jamestown Hosts 41st Annual World Series of Wheels
(WNY News Now) – Jamestown, NY – The Babe Ruth World Series Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the 41st Annual World Series of Wheels, set for Saturday, July 27, 2024, in Jamestown, with a rain date of Sunday, July 28. The World Series of Cars was...
Chautauqua lawmakers to seek NYS AG's probe into City of Dunkirk financial debt issue
DUNKIRK, N.Y. — A Southern Tier city with major financial problems could end up being the focus of more officials in Albany. 2 On Your Side spoke with the Chautauqua County Executive about his concerns for taxpayers in the city of Dunkirk. Chautauqua County Executive P. J. Wendel says...
Bob Newhart’s Legacy at NCC
National Comedy Center Honors & Preserves Bob Newhart’s Legacy of Laughter. Legendary comedian Bob Newhart, master of observational humor with a distinctive delivery, died at the age of 94 leaving behind a legacy of laughs that never stopped — his presence and humor entertaining audiences for six decades.
Jamestown Airport Awarded Grant For Fire Suppressant Testing Equipment
The Jamestown Airport has been awarded a grant to acquire fire suppressant testing equipment. Congressman Nick Langworthy the airport will receive $23,243 as part of the FY24 Airport Improvement Program (AIP) under the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This grant will fund the acquisition of Aqueous Film Forming Foam (fire suppressant) input-based testing equipment.
Report: New York needs $29M to upgrade aging state bridges
(The Center Square) — New York needs to spend tens of millions of dollars to bring its aging bridges into a state of good condition, according to the state's top fiscal watchdog, calling for more funding for the upgrades. The report by New York Comptroller Tom DiNapoli said about one in 10 municipal bridges in the Empire State are in "poor" condition, with an estimated $29 million needed to repair the structures. ...
New York family of Holocaust victim reclaims Nazi-looted art
US authorities announced Friday the return of another artwork stolen by Nazis to the family of Fritz Grunbaum, the Austiran-Jewish cabaret performer and collector who originally owned it. The drawing, by Austrian expressionist Egon Schiele, was returned at a ceremony Friday by another Austrian-Jewish family, who purchased the piece without knowing that it had been stolen.
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