Driver killed in two-car head-on crash in town of Gerry identified as Sinclairville woman...
The 66-year-old woman killed in last Sunday's two-car, head-on fatal crash in the town of Gerry has been identified as a local woman. Sheriff's officers say Christine White of Sinclairville was pronounced dead at the scne of the accident on Route 60 shortly after 6 p.m. Deputies say White's vehicle was northbound when it struck the other car... operated by 19 year-old Karlie Hooper of Oswego, NY. Hooper and her passenger were both taken to area hospitals for treatment of serious injuries. No charges have been filed.
City man arrested for allegedly threatening another person with a gun...
A man from Jamestown has been arrested for allegedly threatening another person before pointing a gun at the victim on the city's northside Thursday morning. Jamestown police say they were called to the unidentifed location just after 9 a.m. for a person with a weapon. Officers were joined by State Troopers in responding to the scene... and, their investigation led to the arrest of 32 year-old Jacob Matherly. Police say... after threatening the victim... Matherly fled to a nearby home... where he was later found and taken into custody without incident. He's charged with second-degree harassment... first-degree menacing... and, third-degree criminal possession of a weapon. Matherly was taken to the city jail pending arraignment.
Borrello announces re-election bid to State Senate...
The man who has represented Chautauqua County in the New York State Senate since 2019... will seek a fourth full term in that office. Sunset Bay Republican George Borrello has officially announced that he is running for re-election to the state's 57th Senate District in November. Borrello says he's proud to represent the people of the district that includes Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany, Wyoming and Genesee counties. He believes he's been a "loud" and strong voice for its residents... and, they're priorities. Borrello says the top issue he'll campaign on is New York's affordability crisis because it's by far the thing he hears about most. Among his other major priorities are public safety and agriculture.
Three fire companies confine chimney fire in South Dayton to area of origin...
Three responding fire departments were able to contain a chimney fire to mainly that area of a home in South Dayton Wednesday morning. Sheriff's Department emergency dispatchers say Forestville fire crews were called to the scene... along with Cassadaga and Sinclairville... to the home at 536 Route 83 about 6:30 a.m. They say the call came in as a chimney fire that was starting to spread. No injuries were reported.
Justice Coaltion Dir. speaks to council about goals they would like to see for Jamestown in 2026...
An organization that advocates for justice and fairness in Jamestown is highlighting three issues they would like to see city lawmakers to take on in 2026. Jamestown Justice Coalition Director Justin Hubbard recently spoke to the City Council about a survey they did of priorities members have... and, found three key ones. Hubbard says the first -- and most discussed -- was housing matters... including: quality... affordability and accountability.... that includes further cracking down on slumloads, and more visable enforcement of the city code. He added that members wanted to see landlord licensing go further... and, safety inspections for all rental properties. Secondly... he said members wanted to see the city partnering more with organizations that help the homeless... noting that "it's a human crisis... not just a nuisance." Thirdly... Hubbard says they would like more government outreach and transparency... including reconstituting the Strategic Planning and Partnerships Commission... and, the Human Rights Commission. Wednesday was Chief Timothy Jackson's last day on the job before retiring. Hubbard says he understands that some work has already been done on some of the listed issues... but, he adds they wanted to make council aware of the commission's concerns.
Fredonia Village Bd. updated by Mayor Ferguson on water emergency...
The Village of Fredonia has declared a local state of emergency in order to address the ongoing issues with its water distribution infrastructure. The declaration follows a series of water main breaks that have occurred in the village over the past several days, including a major one on Temple Street last Friday. That one led to the most recent boil water... and, water conservation orders. At Monday's Village Board meeting, Mayor Mike Ferguson said Public Works crews were still working in the area of the major break earlier in the day. Ferguson says it was the biggest water main break he's seen in the village in a long-time. He says the emergency declaration will help free up state money to make repairs... which he says could run into the "millions of dollars." Ferguson says the major break on Friday caused the village's water system to lose "quite a bit of water."
Dunkirk woman arrested for allegedly stealing more than $14,000 in SNAP benefits...
A north county woman is accused of receiving more than $14,000 in food stamp benefits she was not entitled to for nearly two years. Sheriff's deputies... along with the county's Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services... jointly announced the arrest of 43 year-old Kristina Beaujean of Dunkirk. Officers say Beaujean stole the Supplimental Nurtrition Assistance Program funds between January of 2022 and August of 2023. She's been charged with two counts of first-degree offering a false instrument for filing... and one count each of fourth-degree welfare fraud... and, misuse of food stamps. Beaujean was arraigned and issued an appearance ticket for Dunkirk City Court.
