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Search warrant executed in Dunkirk

DUNKIRK, NY — A narcotics investigation led to the execution of a search warrant on a person in the city on Wednesday. Chautauqua County Sheriff’s narcotics investigators observed Germaine Dias walking in the area of 515 Main St. and detained him due to the search warrant. Investigators seized...

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Western New York Man Charged with Burglary in Tioga County, Pennsylvania

TIOGA CO., Pa. (WENY) — A Western New York man is facing several charges after allegedly breaking into a home in Tioga County, Pennsylvania. According to Pennsylvania State Police, troopers were searching for 35-year-old Matthew Kennedy of Irving, New York, at the request of his family on October 27th.

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Army Corps Completes $13 Million Dunkirk Harbor Breakwater Rehab Project

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced the completion of a $13 million rehabilitation project on the outer breakwater at Dunkirk Harbor. According to the USACE Buffalo District, the rehabilitation finished on October 19th, strengthening critical infrastructure that protects the harbor and the surrounding community from Lake Erie's powerful waves and ice. The federally funded project repaired approximately 2,300 linear feet of the 2,800-foot structure, addressing deterioration caused by years of exposure to harsh Great Lakes conditions. The improvements are designed to enhance structural stability, support safe navigation, and extend the service life of the breakwater.

Dunkirk, NY · 2d

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Dunkirk DPW Will Begin Collecting Leaves on November 16th

The Dunkirk DPW has announced that it will begin a citywide sweep of bagged, barreled and loose leaves on Monday, November 16th. The sweep will begin in District A. Districts B, C and D will follow at a weather-permitting pace. The DPW is asking residents that when they place leaves at the curb, they should keep them clear of receivers and utility poles and out of the street. Brush/branches will not be picked up at this time; just leaves only. Any leaf piles that have branches or brush mixed in will not be collected. Please contact the City of Dunkirk Streets Department at (716) 366-4411 or DPW at (716) 366-9832 with any questions or concerns.

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Chautauqua Striders Awarded $150,000 To Expand Programming In Dunkirk

Chautauqua Striders has been awarded $150,000 to strengthen youth mentoring and social-emotional learning (SEL) programming in Chautauqua County. The funding is coming through the 2026 Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Fund and will have a particular focus on Northern Chautauqua County. Chautauqua Striders was selected as one of 20...

Dunkirk, NY · 1d

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Falconer Man Charged in Domestic Dispute, Criminal Mischief

A Falconer man faces several charges stemming from a pair of incidents. Ellicott Town Police say 31-year-old Nicholas Zentz was arrested on October 29th and charged with two counts of 3rd-degree criminal mischief, plus one count each of 2nd-degree harassment and 2nd-degree unlawful imprisonment. Ellicott Town Police say Zentz threw an item at a victim during a domestic dispute, causing damage to their vehicle. He also allegedly blocked the victim's vehicle in the driveway, preventing them from leaving after they repeatedly asked. Officers add that the incident occurred with a juvenile in the back seat of the victim's vehicle, allowing them to witness the incident. In the second incident, Zentz allegedly damaged property belonging to the Village of Falconer. Zentz will answer his charges in Ellicott Town Court at a later date.

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Jamestown Pair Charged After Three Children Found Living in Deplorable Conditions

A well-being check of three children at a residence on Jamestown's south side led to the arrest of two city women Tuesday evening. Jamestown Police say they were called to the scene at about 7:15 PM while working a domestic violence STRIVE detail. Officers say 31-year-old Mary Elizabeth Gillen and 65-year-old Pamela Gillen were taken into custody after determining that the three children in the home were living in deplorable conditions. Both women were charged with endangering the welfare of a child and were held pending arraignment in Jamestown City Court. The three children were turned over to a family member.

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Two men charged with shoplifting in Jamestown

JAMESTOWN, NY — Two Jamestown men were arrested after officers responded to a shoplifting in progress at a north side business on Oct. 29. Officers were called to the scene at 11:58 a.m. and located the two suspects a short distance away. Steven C. Morris Jr., 42, of Jamestown,...

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County Legislature Commends Local Advocate for Veterans

A Dunkirk resident who advocates for local veterans recently received a commendation from the Chautauqua County Legislature. During the panel's monthly meeting in October, Legislator John Penhollow presented the commendation to Lori Dispenza, who currently serves as a veterans service officer with the Chautauqua County Veterans Service Agency. In reading the proclamation, Penhollow noted Dispenza's record of supporting veterans since beginning her career in veterans services in 2014...

Chautauqua County, NY · 14h

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Dunkirk Historical Museum Opens 1970s U.S. Army Exhibit

On this Veterans Day, a new military exhibit has made its debut at the Dunkirk Historical Museum. Matt Sutton, President of the Dunkirk Historical Society and a local Army veteran, spoke about the exhibit as a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Wednesday. Sutton says it focuses on the U.S. Army in the 1970s during the Cold War. Specifically, it details the experience of Army members who were stationed on the inner German border...

Dunkirk, NY · 1d

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Two Sites Being Considered for Development of County-Run Homeless Facilities

Discussions are underway in an effort to develop facilities that Chautauqua County can use to house the homeless as part of a transitional housing program. That from County Executive P.J. Wendel, who recently provided an update on the situation as a way to move away from depending on local hotels and motels to provide that shelter. Wendel says he and others are talking about a possible site at the southern end of the county...

Chautauqua County, NY · 2d

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WJTN News Headlines for Wed., Nov. 11, 2026

Veteran's Day observance held at Third and Main in Jamestown... A decades-old tradition again took place on this Veteran's Day 2026 in downtown Jamestown. A trumpet ensemble from Jamestown High School began the observance by playing the National Anthem. The Ira Lou Spring Post's traditional 21-gun Salute -- Rifle Volley was held at the "11th Hour of the 11th Day" -- marking the end of World War-One -- to commemorate the day at the corner of Third and Main Streets in the city. The ceremony concluded with a buglar playing Taps. Those who participated then walked to St. Luke's Church at Fourth and Main for the traditional Veteran's Day Service and program... and, again thanks to all who served.

Jamestown, NY · 21h

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WJTN News Headlines for Tues., Nov. 10, 2026

Man from Jamestown arrested for allegedly threating to kill another person with a machete... A city man has been arrested for allegedly threatening to kill another person with a machete... and, damaging some of the victim's property. Jamestown police say they were called to a westside address about 7 p.m. Monday for a reported menacing. Officers say they learned that 63 year-old Daryl Watts had threatened the victim with the machete... and, damaged "consumable goods" belonging to the victim. Watts was arrested without incident for second-degree menacing... fourth-degree criminal mischief... and third-degree criminal possession of a weapon. He's being held in the city jail pending arraignment.

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SCFCU Cuts Ribbon on New Jamestown Branch

The ribbon has been cut on the sixth and newest branch of the Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union (SCFCU). A ceremony was held Tuesday morning at the new location at 811 North Main Street in the former Rite-Aid building in Jamestown. CEO John Felton, said they're pleased to be open after several renovations were done to the building. Felton says the original operation was out of his parents' home, and, they later merged with the Lingenfelter family to form what is now SCFCU...

Jamestown, NY · 1d

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City Assessor Proposing A City-Wide Property Tax Reassessment

Jamestown’s City Assessor is proposing a city-wide reassessment project that she says could potentially lower the tax rate. Assessor Heather Young-Deyell, during budget presentations to Jamestown City Council, said according to the New York State Office of Real Property Tax the City is only assessing property at 61% of market value at this time. The state recommends municipalities do a revaluation every 5 years. It has been 20 years since Jamestown last did one.

Jamestown, NY · 1d

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Nov. 17-24 Thanksgiving Food Drives and Events in the S. Tier

FeedMore WNY supplies food, perishables and operational support to more than 300 member agencies and food pantries across Erie, Niagara, Cattaraugus, and Chautauqua Countries. For the past twenty-one years they have received the generous support of the WNY community as they present 97 Rock’s Operation Rock Out Hunger, hosted by DJ Jickster. Thanks to 97 Rock, Kaleida Health and 7 WKBW, 97 Rock’s DJ Jickster is headed back to the FeedMore WNY trailer to greet the public and accept donations.

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State grant aimed to grow bat colony in Chautauqua County

Buffalo Bat Habitat has been awarded a $393,942 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) grant to help protect the Ripley Bat Farm. The money will be used to help acquire about 62-acres of property from its long time owner to develop as public space for nature enthusiasts to enjoy.

Chautauqua County, NY · 1d

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Local Ceremony Planned For Veterans Day

Today is Veterans Day in the United States. The federal holiday, observed annually on November 11, honors military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Here in Jamestown, Ira Lou Spring Post 149 will hold a ceremony at 11:00 a.m. this morning at the intersection of Third and Main Streets. The intersection will be closed to traffic starting at 10:45 a.m. and reopen at 11:15 a.m.

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CA BOCES Belmont CTE Announces High Honor and Honor Roll Students

CA BOCES Announces High Honor and Honor Roll Students Cattaraugus-Allegany BOCES recently announced its Career and Technical Education High Honor and Honor Roll students for the first quarter from CTE […] The post CA BOCES Belmont CTE Announces High Honor and Honor Roll Students appeared first on THE WELLSVILLE SUN .

Belmont, NY · 1d

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Blue Star Mothers Accepting Donations For Christmas Care Packages

The Blue Star Mother are accepting monetary donations as well as items such as toiletries, candy, canned meats, beef jerky, ground coffee, hot drink packets, soup mixes, protein bars, and zip lock bags. These items can be dropped off at the Ellicott Town Clerk’s Office at 215 South Work Street. Donations must be dropped off by Tuesday, November 17, 2026.

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