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How Is Housing Homeless In Hotels Not On State’s Radar Already?

How Is Housing Homeless In Hotels Not On State’s Radar Already?

Only in New York state is coming up with an acceptable letter to send to state officials about an unacceptable situation considered progress. But...

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State Gov’t Should Leave Tier 6 Alone

State Gov’t Should Leave Tier 6 Alone

Public employee unions are pushing hard for changes to the way pensions for government jobs are funded. If your social media feed has been flooded...

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Streets Project Should Include Fifth And Sixth

Streets Project Should Include Fifth And Sixth

City officials are putting considerable time into the idea of safe streets – and we’re glad to see that Fifth Street residents have come before...

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Second Street Won’t Be As Painful This Spring

Second Street Won’t Be As Painful This Spring

Last year at this time drivers and some businesses on Second Street were fuming – though business at tire and alignment shops was booming. It’s...

10.03.2026 10

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It’s Time For An End To CLCPA Foolishness

It’s Time For An End To CLCPA Foolishness

If you think power is expensive now, get a load of what it could look like in five years if New York Democrats don’t change their ways. According to...

09.03.2026 10

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This Is An Important Time For National Comedy Center

This Is An Important Time For National Comedy Center

The National Comedy Center is popular amongst comedians and those who vote in online polls and contests. Recently, the center was named the #1 Best...

06.03.2026 4

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Community Support Still Needed For St. Susan Center

Community Support Still Needed For St. Susan Center

It was a surprise when St. Susan Center officials announced this week the center won’t be moving from Water Street to the former Jamestown Business...

04.03.2026 9

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County Could Shift Taxes For Everyone

County Could Shift Taxes For Everyone

There was an interesting debate last week over an $8,000 increase to the income limit for Chautauqua County senior citizens to qualify for a property...

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Support Remains Strong For School Merger — So Far

After almost a year of kicking the tires on a potential merger, support for a combined Clymer, Sherman and Panama school district remains strong among...

03.03.2026 10

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Support For Homeless Is Heartwarming

There are many things wrong with Jamestown, but a lack of compassionate residents isn’t one of them. Throughout the winter, community residents led...

02.03.2026 10

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Most Severe Punishment Isn’t Enough In Child Death Cases

Two Jamestown men will go to prison after pleading guilty to killing infants in a fit of rage within two weeks of each other in April 2024. Matthew...

28.02.2026 10

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Innovation Now Needed Because Nuclear Power Demands Grow

As America’s energy demands grow exponentially, the country won’t be able to keep up without more nuclear power. For decades, the climate-friendly...

27.02.2026 9

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Water’s Fine For Chautauqua Lake Fishing

We all should be able to acknowledge that Chautauqua Lake needs work if it is to return to the type of hub for summer activities that many south...

26.02.2026 10

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Lawmakers Are Generous With Your Money

Deb Makowski, county human resources director, said several times during last week’s Audit and Control Committee meeting that increasing salary...

25.02.2026 20

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With Temporary State Aid, City Can Breathe Again Financially

An unexpected $1.6 million in temporary state aid will make Jamestown’s 2027 budget a lot easier on both the City Council and on city taxpayers....

24.02.2026 10

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Cannabis Law Clarification Won’t Be Final One

We can’t disagree with the state Legislature’s decision to clarify how the distance from a proposed cannabis shop to a school or church is...

23.02.2026 9

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It’s Time For Some New Chautauqua Lake Cliches

Cliches become a cliche for a reason, as author William Gibson is credited with saying, because there is always a bit of truth in them. If there’s...

21.02.2026 10

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Survivors Deserve Full Transparency In Epstein Case

“The more Epstein documents get released, the more we see how he had so many powerful friends, and that’s ultimately what helped him,” commented...

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Vandalism, Thefts From Veterans Is Ridiculous

A couple of days ago in this space, we again noted the rising use of cameras in the area. There are legitimate privacy concerns that should be...

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City Speed Limits, Other Changes Should Be On Table

City officials are considering lower speed limits in problem areas throughout the city in an effort to increase pedestrian safety through the Safe...

18.02.2026 10

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Big Brother Is Watching; Do You Mind?

The use of cameras as a policing tool may be expanding locally. The village of Lakewood is considering the use of cameras on Fairmount Avenue,...

17.02.2026 8

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What Speech Are Chautauqua County Legislators Getting Tired Of Hearing?

What opinions, exactly, are the ones the Chautauqua County Legislature is tired of hearing in its second privilege of the floor during monthly...

14.02.2026 10

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‘The Swamp’ Real Winner Of Trump Tariff War

13.02.2026 6

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Job Corps Has Been Saved; Now Let’s Fix It

12.02.2026 8

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City Must Act Now To Avoid Dunkirk-Type Shortfalls

11.02.2026 5

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Unfunded Mandate Hits Ellicott First; More Will Follow

10.02.2026 9

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Federal Lawmakers’ Airport Terminal Makes Little Sense

09.02.2026 8

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Weapons Detection At JHS Doesn’t Solve School Safety Problem

07.02.2026 9

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NYS Lawmakers, Remember We Have An Affordibility Crisis

05.02.2026 10

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Housing Policy Is New Council’s First Real Test

04.02.2026 9

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Housing Policy Is New Council’s First Real Test

04.02.2026 9

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New County Clerk Carlson Is Hitting The Ground Running

03.02.2026 9

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Will Dems Support GOP Domestic Violence Registry?

02.02.2026 10

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Safe Streets For All Is A Worthy Goal For City Officials

31.01.2026 10

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Republicans Should Stop Trump From Taking Greenland

30.01.2026 6

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Gov. Hochul’s Budget Could Get Worse

29.01.2026 10

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County Dems Plan Is Good Talking Point

28.01.2026 10

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Painting The Portrait Of A Very Large Waste Of Time

27.01.2026 5

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Transitional Housing Sites Fill Void In City

26.01.2026 10

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Point Chautauqua Opposition Contains The Echoes Of Past Lake Projects

24.01.2026 10

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Obstructing ICE A Crime, Military Intervention Is Not Needed

23.01.2026 10

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Assembly Dems Tighten Muzzle On Rural Reps

22.01.2026 10

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JHS Marching Band Again Needs Direction

21.01.2026 10

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Don’t Let Perfect Be The Enemy Of Better

20.01.2026 10

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Hochul Is 5% Right On Plan To Lower Energy Costs In The Empire State

17.01.2026 10

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Langworthy’s Office Closure Sign Of Times

15.01.2026 10

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Family Receives Closure That Eludes Too Many

14.01.2026 10

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It’s Time For-Profits Lead Downtown’s Renaissance Trend

13.01.2026 9

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Time Is Now For Community To Engage With Study

12.01.2026 10

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As It Moves Into New Phase, JRC Needs To Find Right Leadership

10.01.2026 10

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