Hanover man arrested on burglary, and attempted assault charges...
A man from the town of Hanover has been arrested for allegedly breaking into another person's home... and, trying to assault them. Sheriff's officers say they and State Police were called to a town address about 10 p.m. Wednesday for a reported "burglary-in-progress." Their investigation showed that 32 year-old Jesse Figuero has forced his way into the home... and, damaged property in the process. He was also accused of trying to assault the unidentified victim. Figuero was arrested for second-degree burglary... third-degree attempted assault... and fourth degree criminal mischief. He was take to the county jail pending arraignment.
County Legislature approved measure opposing industrial Wind Turbines on Lake Erie...
The Chautauqua County Legislature has gone on record as opposing any plans to put huge wind turbines in Lake Erie. The measure was approved unanimously at last night's monthly meeting. The vote came after two members of the public earlier spoke in favor of the resolution -- one of them is a member of Citizens Against Turbines in Lake Erie -- known as CAWTILE. Silver Creek Republican Tom Harmon thanked the organization for leading the fight against the turbines... noting that allowing them would be a potential "disaster" for the region. Wind turbines have been a source of controversy since they were first proposed... and, then built in parts of the north county several years ago. Neighbors have complained about noise... and, other environmental impacts. Jamestown Democrat Fred Larson said he supports the measure in favor of small nuclear plants. Larson says an expert made a recent presentation to the Planning and Economic Development Committee about those. Larson noted that the former NRG Plant along Lake Erie was also spewing pollutants into the air... and, agreed with the need to find more environmentally safe ways to generate electric power.
Lawmakers also approve moving forward with effort to restore Commercial Air Service at the Jamestown Airport...
County lawmakers Wednesday night also approved a resolution to have the county push ahead with efforts to bring back commercial air service to the Jamestown Airport. Jamestown Democrat Fred Larson helped to craft the measure... which he says is similar to a resolution from 1990 that kicked off the effort to complete Interstate 86 as a four-lane highway from Stow to the state line near Erie, Pa... and, put a "flag in the ground" saying that we want to get commercial air service back for economic development, and support Chautauqua Institution and other attractions like the National Comedy Center. Commercial air service left the Jamestown Airport in 2018 after the carrier at the time saw ridership drop... and consequently... a growing number of flights from the airport were cancelled. With that... the county airport lost it's Essential Air Service designation -- and the funding for it -- from the federal government.
Couple from Westfield arrested following weekend domestic dispute...
A Westfield couple faces several charges following a domestic dispute last weekend. Westfield Police say they and Chautauqua County Sheriff's deputies were called to the scene at 35 Union St. about 4 a.m. last Saturday. Officers say they found that 45 year-old Samuel Cettell had allegedly kicked-in multiple doors inside the home... causing significant damage... and, in front of a minor child at the time. Police add that Cettell also tried to prevent 43 year-old Crystal Cettell from calling 911, and physically pushed her during the incident. When trying to speak with Crystal Cettell... officers say she became irate... and, proceded to rip a wooden handrail from the entryway. She then slammed the door shut, and tried to evade police. Both face multiple charges... including counts of fourth-degree criminal mischief... endangering the welfare of a child... and, obstruction.
County officials warn about EBT Scam...
Chautauqua County officials have issued a scam alert for people who receive Supplimental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that they should not give out your EBT Card information out over the phone. The Sheriff's Office... along with the county's Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services reports they have received multiple reports that people are receiving text messages stating -- quote -- "We’ve deactivated your food benefits card Call 888-421-6229 to restore its use." This then prompts the user to enter your card number and pin number. Once this is done, the scammer now has your card number and pin number and quickly spends the money. This money is NOT refundable per New York State guidelines. Officials say scammers may use a variety of calls, texts, or emails in an attempt to gain your card number and pin number. You should never give this information out over the phone.
Southside Domestic incident leads to pair of arrests...
A domestic incident on Jamestown's southside earlier this week landed a city couple in jail. Jamestown police were called to the scene shortly before 7 p.m. Monday... and, on arrival found a man with an obvious facial injury. Officers say he told them that he was stuck in the face by the female suspect, 30 year-old Kayleigh Mcniff. Mcniff was arrested for third-degree assault. Further investigation showed police that the man struck in the face by Mcniff... 31 year-old Mario Castro... had an order of protection to stay away from the residence where Mcniff lived with several juvenile victims who were also protected parties on the Order. Officers arrested Castro on three counts of second-degree criminal contempt. Both were taken to the city jail pending arraignment.
