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Jamestown man, woman charged in narcotics conspiracy

Area police

Two Jamestown residents are facing federal narcotics conspiracy charges. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced last week that a federal grand jury has returned a superseding indictment charging James Jackson, 39, and Alicia Osar, 37. The charge carries a mandatory minimum penalty of 10 ...

Area police

Area police

FREDONIA POLICE DEPARTMENT — A man who threatened others in a parking lot is facing charges. At approximately 1:40 a.m. March 1, a male subject identified as Christian Mota-Cruz threatened individuals in the east municipal parking lot with a gun. Officers located a loaded 9mm hand gun ...

Hamels wins Working Families Party endorsement

Local/Region

RIPLEY — John “Doc” Hamels announced the endorsement of the New York Working Families Party (NYWFP), a grassroots political organization dedicated to building a New York that works for working people. Hamels is running for County Legislator in District 19 that includes Ripley and ...

Silver Creek notes hirings, resignations

Local/Region

SILVER CREEK — At its recent meeting, the Board of Education held the first reading of five policies, as well as the second reading of 17 policies of the district. A series of budget transfers were also approved. Regarding district personnel, Justin Cerne has resigned from his role as High ...

Humane Society begins capital campaign

Local/Region

The Chautauqua County Humane Society is accepting contributions for its new capital campaign. The overhaul of renovations is looking to better fill the needs of the organization while also better serving the community members that support the Humane Society. Coordinators say increased ...

Town discusses Dewittville water district extension project

Business

Officials are hoping to start construction on a new water district extension in the Dewittville area by next year. During a recent Chautauqua Town Board meeting, officials held a public hearing on Water District I extension. According to Supervisor Don Emhardt, the water district would ...