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Two more organizations endorse Hamels for legislator

Local/Region October 16, 2026

Dr. John Hamels, Legislator Candidate for District 19 of Ripley, Westfield, South Ripley and Shore Haven, has received two additional endorsements. Hamels has been endorsed by the Dunkirk Area Labor Council, AFL-CIO. “This endorsement is especially important to me, since I was raised in a blue collar, union supported family. My Dad was a 30-year member of the UAW at the Chevrolet Plant in Buffalo and I followed suit by being a long-time active member and Vice President of the Erie 2- Chautauqua County BOCES Teachers’ Union [NYSUT]. I understand the importance of working together ...

Comedy Center preserves I Love Lucy photos, early script

Local/Region October 16, 2026

On the 75th anniversary of I Love Lucy’s television premiere, the National Comedy Center said it has acquired hundreds of rare, previously unseen materials related to I Love Lucy’s production. The collection includes hundreds of rare, previously unseen behind-the-scenes photographs, ...

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Area police October 16, 2026

CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE - CARROLL - Jordan M. Beardsley, 26, of Jamestown was charged with first-degree criminal contempt and second-degree aggravated harassment at 2:12 p.m. Oct. 11 after deputies responded to an address in Carroll for an alleged valid stay away order of protection violation. It was alleged that Beardsley was making contact with the victim several times and allegedly made various threats. An arrest warrant was issued and Beardsley was taken into custody later and taken to the Chautauqua County Jail until he could be arraigned. He will be in Carroll Town ...

Motorcyclist charged after wild ride through city

Poissant seeks re-election to village trustee

Local/Region October 15, 2026

SILVER CREEK — Mary Poissant is seeking re-election as Silver Creek village trustee. A resident of Silver Creek for 11 years, she has deep roots in the community and is dedicated to its future. Professionally, Poissant works as a partner, where she manages the business budgets, several employees, production and client relations. Over the years, she has also served the village through working on the Village of Silver Creek planning board, the Kiwanis of Silver Creek organization assisting with multiple events from the Kids Day in the Park, Trunk or Treat in the Village Square, Easter ...