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NY man wanted on local kidnapping charges taken into custody

JAMESTOWN, NY -- A 38-year-old Jamestown man wanted on a kidnapping charge in Warren County was taken into custody early Wednesday. Jamestown police announced the arrest of Michael D. Johnson on a fugitive from justice charge. He was picked up around 1:45 a.m. Wednesday during a street check in Brooklyn Square. Police learned that Johnson was wanted on a warrant in Pennsylvania for interference with custody of children, concealment of the whereabouts of child and kidnapping of a minor. Johnson was transported to Jamestown City Jail without incident. He was being held for ...

Jakes Rocks named Trail of Year in Pennsylvania

The Trails at Jakes Rocks has been selected as the 2024 Trail of the Year. The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced the selection on Wednesday morning. “This amazing trail system is extremely deserving of this tremendous honor and I am excited to announce the ...

The January 31 Rundown

Here is a rundown of stories that can be found in Wednesday's edition of The Times Observer. Please click the link above ("The Rundown") in an email or the triangle (below the picture) on the website.

The January 30 Rundown

Here is a rundown of stories that can be found in Tuesday's edition of The Times Observer. Please click the link above ("The Rundown") in an email or the triangle (below the picture) on the website.

UPDATE: Youngsville pizzeria ‘lost’ in Sunday fire

YOUNGSVILLE — No cause has been determined for the blaze that broke out Sunday and destroyed Lonnie’s Pizza located at 114 E. Main St. The fire started on the first floor of the two-story building, Youngsville Volunteer Fire Chief Vern Edmisten said. The call came in around 7:15 p.m. ...

The January 27 Rundown

Here is a rundown of stories that can be found in the Weekend edition of The Times Observer. Please click the link above ("The Rundown") in an email or the triangle (below the picture) on the website.