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State House passes bill to protect kids from online predators

Legislation passed in the state House of Representatives this week could dovetail with a task force created last year by District Attorney Cody Brown. House members unanimously passed House Bill 1098, known as Alicia’s Law, to create a dedicated state grant program to help law enforcement ...

Artscape Jamestown to host opening reception May 21

ArtScape Jamestown has finalized its 2026 season, featuring a lineup of public art events. An opening reception will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 21, hosted collaboratively by Chautauqua Art Gallery and Pearl City Clay House. Now in its fourth year, ArtScape will display 59 banners installed throughout downtown Jamestown in June, showcasing the juried work of regional artists and transforming Jamestown into an open-air gallery. “This exhibition represents the heart of ArtScape — bringing artists and the public together in meaningful, accessible ways,” said Leslie ...

Crimestoppers cases finding success in county

Warren County Crimestoppers reported progress in local crime prevention efforts during its recent meeting. Among the key developments, the Crimestoppers highlighted a recently solved case as part of its “Crime of the Week” program. According to the group, Casie Oswalt, 45, was charged on ...

School district approves budget totaling $93M

The Warren County School District Board has approved its nearly $93 million budget for the upcoming school year. The budget does not increase the district’s tax levy. Approved by a 7-0 vote, as board members John Wortman and Stephanie Snell were absent, the spending plan presents an ...

Warren man involved in chase faces new charge

A Warren man who allegedly led police on a high-speed chase in January has had a new charge filed against him in Youngsville. Syngyn L. Swartz, 28, of Warren was charged Tuesday with driving while license suspended/revoked pursuant to Section 3802/1547B1-third or subsequent violation. The charge is used for a third or subsequent violation of driving while suspended/revoked pursuant to a DUI (Section 3802) or test refusal (Section 1547B1) in Pennsylvania. The third-degree misdemeanor charge is punishable by up to six months in jail and up to a $2,500 fine. Swartz was charged in ...