City man arrested for threatening another person with a knife...
A Jamestown man faces Felony charges after allegedly pulling a knife, and threatening another person with it early Sunday morning on the city's southside. Jamestown police were called to the scene shortly after 12 a.m., and, found that 23 year-old Chance Boreck had pulled the knife and threatened the man in front of his home. Boreck was arrested on charges of second-degree menacing... and, fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon. He was jailed pending arraignment in city court.
Woman from Jamestown faces contempt charge following fight on city's southside...
A Jamestown woman has been arrested for allegedly getting into a fight with a person who had an order of protection against her early Sunday morning. City police were called to a southside address shortly before 2 a.m. on a report of a fight. After they arrived... officers determined that 26 year-old Abigail Quinones was ordered to stay away from the person involved... and, she was arrested for second-degree criminal contempt for violating the order. Quinones was jailed pending arraignment.
CCHS officials "blown away" by $1.5-million grant award from the Golisano Foundation...
"We were blown away!" That was the reaction of staff at the Chautauqua County Humane Society after hearing they were being awarded a $1.5-million grant from the Golisano Foundation in Rochester. The Humane Society was one of 82 non-profit organizations in Western and Central New York who were announced as receiving significant monitary awards from the foundation. Humane Society Spokesman Brian Papalia says they were made aware they were receiving something early last week... but until they were notified, they didn't know it was coming. Brian calls it a "game-changing" donation. The announcement was made later in the week by the head of the Golisano organization -- Tom Golisano -- a long time regional entrepreneur, philanthropist, and civic leader. The Humane Society was awarded $1.5-million as part of the awards... which total some $360-million. Papalia says they definately have some needs in the coming months and years the funding will be used for... including new shelter standards in New York state at the end of 2025, and needs of the animals they currently have. Golisano says the unrestricted, multi-year awards range from $250,000 to $20 million each, paid over four to five years, spanning healthcare, education, animal welfare, disability services, and other crucial community needs. Between mostly cats and dogs... Papalia says they have about 75 animals... with most up for adoption. If you would like to check out the animals... the Strunk Road shelter is open 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays... and, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. You can also go on-line to chqhumane.org.
Wdowiasz to release two budgets for Dunkirk lawmakers to consider this week...
Dunkirk Mayor Kate Wdowiasz is continuing to work on presenting two 2025 budget options to the Common Council... and, she's giving a little more insight into what those proposals will look like. Wdowaisz says there will be a tax increase with both options, which have been dubbed the "green" budget and the "red" budget. She says as of last week, the "red" budget contained a roughly $5-million reduction in services. Wdowiasz says that budget only adds about $125,000 to the budget and would include a tax increase up to the state's legislative cap. However... there would be that up to $5-million cut. Meanwhile, Wdowiasz says the "green" budget would infuse an estimated $2-million into the budget and maintain all services and positions, but would see a larger tax increase which could go up to the city's constitutional taxing limit. Wdowiasz will publicly unveil both of her proposals this Wednesday at Dunkirk City Hall. Also on Wednesday... County Executive P.J. Wendel will present his budget plan during the legislature's monthly meeting.
Ripley man arrested for damaging property during altercation with another person...
A man from Ripley is accused of damaging another person's property during an alleged altercation in the town of Ripley early last Friday morning. Sheriff's officers say they and Westfield Police responded to a home on Pigeon Road shortly after 4 a.m., and, interviewed the residents there. Deputies say they determined the suspect was 31 year-old Ryan Deland... and, he was arrested for third-and fourth-degree criminal mischief... and, endangering the welfare of a child. Deland was taken to the county jail pending centralized arraignment.
New Chief Financial Officer appointed to CCB...
Cattaraugus County Bank -- more commonly known as CCB -- has announced the appointment of Mark Peters as its new Chief Financial Officer. In a press release... bank officials sy Peters began his new duties last Monday, Sept. 16. Peters has more than 23 years of experience in accounting, finance, audit, and enterprise risk management... and, is poised to lead CCB’s financial operations as the bank continues to strive to be “Where Community Counts.” Peters has held leadership roles in finance throughout his career, focusing on key areas like financial reporting, internal controls, and risk management. His commitment to integrity and financial excellence aligns with CCB’s mission to prioritize the well-being of both its customers and its communities. CCB officials say they're known for their deep roots in the region, providing exceptional financial services with a focus on community engagement and support.
