Investigation closed on double-suicide in parking lot at UPMC Chautauqua...
The two people found dead inside a parked car on the campus of UPMC Chautauqua Hospital in Jamestown died from self-inflicted gunshot wounds.  City police say they were called to the 207 Foote Ave. address just after 2 p.m. Wednesday on a report of two unresponsive people inside a vehicle in the parking lot of the emergency department.  Bystanders say on social media they were in the area when the incident occured said they heard gun shots around that time.  Officers say there was no threat to the public... and, the names of the victims will not be released at this time.  Jamestown police say the investigation has now been closed.

County Legislature approves amended, job creation priority resolution...
The Chautauqua County Legislature has approved an amended resolution making job growth the county's top economic development priority.  The measure... offered by the Republican Majority... replaced the previous resolution offered by Jamestown Democrat Fred Larson earlier this Summer.  After changes he proposed were shot-down by the majority... Larson blamed partisan politics because lawmakers were about to vote on a measure they has just rejected.  The amended measure declared "Sustainable Disposable Income Growth" as the top priority.  Fredonia Republican Bob Scudder called it a "glorified motion..." but, said he supports it because it's time to "move on from this topic."  Larson said while investment is important in economic development... it doesn't necessarily create more jobs.  He cited a presentation he attended in 2024 about a $10-million dollar solar farm project that was projected to create "half of a new job."  The final resolution was approved unanimously... and, adds that the county's Industrial Development Agency has supported projects the past five years that have created 4,000 permanent and temporary -- or construction jobs... and, retained 5,800.

Whitaker lauds Dolce for his more than 30 years working in JPS District...
Many in the public know of the late Tony Dolce's as a more-than 30 year member of the Jamestown City Council.  However... there was also Tony Dolce the teacher and student mentor at Jamestown High School.  That from School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker... who called Dolce an "absolute fixture" and "pillar of the district."  Whitaker says he knew about Dolce while he was still at the Geneva district before coming to Jamestown.  He says the superintendent there worked with Dolce as a teacher in Jamestown many years back, and recalled him as a special person and teacher.  While he was known as a government studies and history teacher... Dr. Whitaker says Dolce was also very involved in other aspects of school life -- including being a Class Advisor and working graduation.  In fact... Whitaker says he was pleasantly surprised to see Dolce return to help with this year's commencement in late June at Chautauqua Institution.  He says Dolce had been working with teacher Chris Maggio to take over some of the graduation duties as he retired.

County Legislature offers tribute, moment of silence, for Tony Dolce...
More tributes being given out for late Jamestown City Councilman Tony Dolce.  The Chautauqua County Legislature took a few moments at the beginning of it's voting session in Jamestown to remember Dolce.  Lakewood's Jamie Gustafson read a memorial to Dolce... calling him a "devoted public servant... educator... mentor and life-long resident."  She says he was known for his integrity, thoughtful leadership, and unwavering commitment to doing what was best for the community."  Gustafson also noted Dolce's 35 years with the Jamestown Public Schools -- mostly at the high school... where he taught government studies and history.  She says generations of students benefitted from his guidance... encouragement and passion for education. Gustafson says Dolce was often referred to as "Mr. Jamestown" for his "vast knowledge... kindness... humility... and genuine care for others."  The legislature also observed a moment of silence for Dolce following the tribute.  He passed away -- in his sleep -- last Saturday morning at the age of 64.

Langworthy touts approval of "Stop Insider Trading Act..."
Congress has narrowly approved new restrictions on lawmakers being able to trade stocks... but, falls short of being a total ban.  The House of Rpresentatives Wednesday approved the "Stop Insider Trading Act" that was co-sponsored by local Congressman Nick Langworthy, 232-198.  In a press release overnight... Langworthy said "from the day I came to Congress, I've consistently championed legislation to ban Members and their spouses from trading individual stocks because we are here to serve the people we represent, not cash in on information that isn’t available to the public."  The Buffalo-area Republican called the approval "an important step toward stopping this insidious practice... I’m not a millionaire, and I don’t trade stocks.  I came to Congress to fight for our communities who, for too long, have been forgotten by those in power."  He also urged the Senate to approve the bill. 

World Series of Wheels to be held Saturday at Bergman Park... One of the major fund-raisers for the Babe Ruth World Series held in Jamestown will be taking place tomorrow at Bergman Park.  The World Series Committee says the 43rd annual World Series of Wheels will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a rain date of the following day -- Sunday the 26th.  Event Co-Chairman Keith Ecklund has also announced a new major sponsor this year.  Excalibur Motor Sports has been a sponsor the past few years... and, has elevated to a major sponsor this year.  In addition... the committee says they're excited to announce they will have members of the local emergency services on hand to discuss their operations as well as displaying equipment and vehicles.  Proceeds will help support the upcoming, 13-year-old World Series at Diethrick Park from Aug. 15-22.