Every year, hundreds of volunteers from all over the greater Jamestown region come together for Hands On Jamestown, a community-wide effort to clean and beautify the streets of Jamestown. During the event, volunteers assist the City of Jamestown Parks Department with...
"Smart growth" is a phrase that is often used in conjunction with urban economic development strategies, but rarely do we see it defined. Smart growth is more than just a buzz word! The New York State Regional Economic Development Council, the primary funding agency...
The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation has announced that this year’s GROW Jamestown Garden Fair and Home show, presented by Mike’s Nursery, is coming to downtown Jamestown on April 2 from 11 am to 5 pm. The newly expanded event is free for the community and will be...
The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation has announced the hire of Mark Geise as Senior Planner for the organization. Mr. Geise comes to the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation from Chautauqua County where he served as Deputy Director of Planning and Economic Development...
We want to hear what you think are the key challenges and opportunities along North Main Street. Use the map on our new project website to leave your feedback on improvements you would like to see at specific locations or trouble spots that should be addressed. The...
The Tinseltown Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration, presented by The Resource Center, will take place in downtown Jamestown on Friday, December 4, at 6:30 pm with Santa Claus being escorted by Shults Auto Group. Santa’s trip through downtown ends at Tracy Plaza...
The Tinseltown Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration, presented by The Resource Center, will feature the Cummins Inc. “Every Employee Every Community” (EEEC) volunteer program as the Grand Marshal for 2015. The parade Grand Marshal is an honor given to an...
The future of North Main Street from 6th Street in downtown Jamestown to the I-86 interchange in the Town of Ellicott will be the subject of a public meeting set for Tuesday, November 24, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lillian V. Ney Renaissance Center, corner of...
The Preservation League of New York State recently announced a Preserve New York grant to a Chautauqua County not-for-profit organization that supports the development and implementation of revitalization strategies in Jamestown. The League made a grant of $9,090 to...
The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation has announced details for the Jamestown Up Close and Cheerful Holiday Storefront Decorating contest for downtown business owners. The event was created as an interactive way to celebrate the holiday season, create a festive and...