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Community Matters

September 20, 2013 By

Community Matters
https://soundcloud.com/wrfaradio/sets/community-matters

Show Info

Hosted by: WRFA
Genres: Local Program, News and Information, Public Affairs

Show Times

Timezone: EST [UTC-5]
Thu:
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Sun:
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm*
* Encore Presentation
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About the Show


Community Matters is a weekly, hour long program focusing on various issues that relate to the Jamestown and Chautauqua Region. Featuring various guests, recaps of important news, and the occasional commentary from WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample, Community Matters is your source for engaging and relevant radio programming in Chautauqua County.

Audio from 0ur past shows can be found at our Soundcloud Page

 

Posts
 

[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sen. George Borrello: Jan. 14, 2021
WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with New York State Senator George Borrello (R-NY 23) to get his reaction to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s 2021 State of the State Address, while also discussing some of his own priorities […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Executive PJ Wendel: Jan. 7, 2021
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel offers update on the COVID-19 situation in the county – including addressing the rise in local cases during the past few weeks as well as where things sit with the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Jan. 7, 2021
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist offers gives us an update on COVID-19 and its impact on city operations, as well as his reaction to the state’s highest court deciding not to hear an appeal from the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Katie Castro Discusses Community Helping Hands
WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Katie Catro, board chair of Community Helping Hands in Jamestown, NY, to talk more about the organization and the services it provides to the community. For more information, also visit […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - National Comedy Center's Journey Gunderson: Dec. 17, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – National Comedy Center’s Journey Gunderson: Dec. 17, 2020 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Journey Gunderson, executive director of the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, to discuss various accomplishments and initiatives […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Executive PJ Wendel: Dec. 17, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – County Executive PJ Wendel: Dec. 17, 2020 Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel offers update on the COVID-19 situation in the county as numbers continue to rise during the holiday season.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Police Chief Tim Jackson - Dec. 17, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Police Chief Tim Jackson – Dec. 17, 2020 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with recently appointed Jamestown Police Chief Tim Jackson to learn more about his goals for the JPD, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Keeping Each Other Warm w/Georgeanna Guiffrida Ribbing
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Keeping Each Other Warm w/Georgeanna Guiffrida Ribbing WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Georgeanna Guiffrida Ribbing from the Keeping Each Other Warm to learn more about the clothing drive initiative and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct. 3, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct. 3, 2020 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to get an update on the COVID-19 situation in the county, now that […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Dec. 3, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Dec. 3, 2020 Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist offers his thoughts on the 2021 city budget that was approved by the Jamestown City Council on Monday, Nov. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce Discusses 2021 City Budget
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Tony Dolce Discusses 2021 City Budget WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce to preview the 2021 budget that will be voted on Monday night, Nov. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Doug Champ: Nov. 19, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Doug Champ: Nov. 19, 2020 Jamestown resident and community advocate Doug Champ stops by the WRFA studio to share his thoughts on city business and how he tries to remain […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Nov 12, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Nov 12, 2020 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County executive PJ Wendel for an update on the COVID-19 situation in the county, as well […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker: November 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker: November 2020 Jamestown Public Schools superintendent Kevin Whitaker gives an update on the district’s preparation and planning for reopening for the 2020-21 school year during […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Nov. 6, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Nov. 6, 2020 Jamestown mayor Eddie Sundquist discusses several issues involving the city of Jamestown, including a recap of his 2021 Executive Budget and an updated […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2020 Election Recap with Chautauqua County BOE Commissioner Brian Abram
WRFARadio · Community Matters – 2020 Election Recap with Chautauqua County BOE Commissioner Brian Abram WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with County Board of Elections Commissioner Brian Abram to get a recap of how voting went […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2020 Election Recap with J Schmidt, PJ Wendel, A Goodell, and G Borrello
WRFARadio · Community Matters – 2020 Election Recap with J Schmidt, PJ Wendel, A Goodell, and G Borrello WRFA’s Jason Sample gives a recap of the local races for the 2020 election and also interviews […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct 29, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct 29, 2020 County executive PJ Wendel gives a COVID-19 update. He also talks more about the 2021 County Budget, including his response to the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Principal Planner Ellen Shaddle Discusses Downtown Parking
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Principal Planner Ellen Shaddle Discusses Downtown Parking WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Principal Planner Ellen Shadle to discuss downtown parking in the city, including a proposal to remove […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct 15, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct 15, 2020 County executive PJ Wendel gives a COVID-19 update following the recent outbreak at Tanglewood Manor in West Ellicott. He also talks more […]
[LISTEN] 2020 Chautauqua Co. District Attorney Debate: Jason Schmidt and Patrick Swanson
WRFARadio · 2020 Chautauqua Co. District Attorney Debate: Jason Schmidt and Patrick Swanson A debate between the two 2020 candidates for Chautauqua County District Attorney – Patrick Swanson and Jason Schmidt. Moderated by WRFA’s Jason […]
[LISTEN] 2020 Chautauqua Co. Executive Debate: Richard Morrisroe and PJ Wendel
WRFARadio · 2020 Chautauqua Co. Executive Debate: Richard Morrisroe and PJ Wendel A debate between the two 2020 candidates for the special election of Chautauqua County Executive – PJ Wendel and Richard Morrisroe. Moderated by […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Oct. 8, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Oct. 8, 2020 Jamestown mayor Eddie Sundquist discusses several issues involving the city of Jamestown, including previewing the 2021 executive budget, getting an update on the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Organizers Discuss Upcoming National Coming Out Day Event
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Organizers Discuss Upcoming National Coming Out Day Event WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Julia Ciesla-Hanley from Jamestown Pride and Noah Goodling from the Fenton History Center about an online event […]
[LISTEN] Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist Presents the 2021 City Budget
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist Presents the 2021 City Budget JAMESTOWN – Mayor Eddie Sundquist presented a $34.86 million proposed 2021 spending plan during a budget rollout presentation on Thursday afternoon […]
[LISTEN] 2020 New York State Assembly 150th District Debate: Andrew Goodell and Christina Cardinale
WRFARadio · 2020 New York State Assembly 150th District Debate: Andrew Goodell and Christina Cardinale A debate between the two 2020 candidates for New York State Assembly in the 150th District – Andrew Goodell and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct 1, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Oct 1, 2020 County executive PJ Wendel gives a COVID-19 update and also talks more about the 2021 County Budget, which he presented on Sept. […]
[LISTEN] Western New York Land Conservancy Announces a $200,000 Challenge Gift to Save the College Lodge Forest
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jajean Rose-Burney from the WNY Land Conservancy CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY – The Western New York Land Conservancy and the Friends of the College Lodge Forest are announcing a $200,000 challenge gift […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Board of Elections Commissioner Norm Green
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Board of Elections Commissioner Norm Green Originally recorded on Sept. 24, 2020. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Board of Elections Democratic Commissioner Norman Green, who offers […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce, Sept. 24, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce, Sept. 24, 2020 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown City Council president Tony Dolce on Sept. 24, 2020 to get an update on several […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2021 Chautauqua County Budget Q&A with Wendel, Nazzaro, Chagnon
WRFARadio · Community Matters – 2021 Chautauqua County Budget Q&A with Wendel, Nazzaro, Chagnon Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel (R-Lakewood) offers more details about his 2021 executive budget that was presented to the Chautauqua County […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Sep 17, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Sep 17, 2020 Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel provides an update on the COVID-19 situation in the county and also offers a preview of the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Amy Rohler Discusses the United Way's 2020 Campaign
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Amy Rohler Discusses the United Way’s 2020 Campaign WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Amy Rohler, executive director of the United Way for Southern Chautauqua County, to learn more details about […]
[LISTEN]Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Sep 10, 2020 - Part 2
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Sep 10, 2020 – Part 2 Jamestown mayor Eddie Sundquist discusses several issues involving the city of Jamestown, including a proposed residency requirement for city police […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Sep 3, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Sep 3, 2020 Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel provides an update on the COVID-19 situation in the county as it saw a surge in new […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker: September 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker: September 2020 Jamestown Public Schools superintendent Kevin Whitaker gives an update on the district’s preparation and planning for reopening for the 2020-21 school year during […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Sep 3, 2020 - Part 1
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Sep 3, 2020 – Part 1 Jamestown mayor Eddie Sundquist offers an update on COVID-19 in Jamestown, NY as the northern part of Chautauqua County continues […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - State Sen. George Borrello, August 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – State Sen. George Borrello, August 2020 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Senator George Borrello to discuss Albany’s response to COVID-19, the State Budget, and Mail-In/Absentee voting during the 2020 General […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Frank Besse, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation: August 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Frank Besse, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation: August 2020 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Frank Besse, newly appointed Urban Core Director of the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, about recent changes with the organization, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Aug 20, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Aug 20, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to get an update on COVID-19 in […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Dr. Bert and Mary Rappole Discuss the Our House Campaign for Hospice
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Dr. Bert and Mary Rappole Discuss the Our House Campaign for Hospice AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Dr. Bert Rappole and his wife Mary Rappole […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County DA Patrick Swanson: Aug 6, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County DA Patrick Swanson: Aug 6, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County District Attorney Patrick Swanson about challenges facing the DAs office […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Aug 6, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: Aug 6, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist​ checks in for an interview on Community Matters and gives an update on city […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: July 30, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: July 30, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to get an update on COVID-19 in […]
[LISTEN] Rep. Tom Reed - July 28, 2020 Conference Call
WRFARadio · Rep. Tom Reed – July 28, 2020 Conference Call  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Conference Call on July 28 with Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23), who offers his initial thoughts on the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker: July 23, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown School Superintendent Kevin Whitaker: July 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with newly appointed Jamestown Public Schools superintendent Kevin Whitaker, who shares details about his […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for NY Chautauqua County DA: July 23, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Candidate for NY Chautauqua County DA: July 23, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Republican Candidate for Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt stops by the studio to explain why […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone: July 16, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Sheriff Jim Quattrone: July 16, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Chautauqua County Sheriff James Quattrone joins us to talk about a variety of issues, including COVID-19’s impact […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: July 16, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: July 16, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE ON SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to get an update on COVID-19 in […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: July 2, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: July 2, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist​ checks in for an interview on Community Matters and covers a variety of subjects […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Alize Scott and Taylor Scott from the Jamestown Justice Coalition
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Alize Scott and Taylor Scott from the Jamestown Justice Coalition  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Alize Scott and Taylor Scott about the recently created Jamestown […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: July 2, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: July 2, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD County Executive PJ Wendel talks about the Fourth of July Weekend in Chautauqua County during COVID-19, as […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: June 25, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: June 25, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD County Executive PJ Wendel gives us an update on the COVID-19 situation, including reaction to the governor’s […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce: June 25, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce: June 25, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce to get his thoughts on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jamestown Resident Doug Champ Discusses City Government
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Resident Doug Champ Discusses City Government  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown resident and frequent city council meeting attendee Doug Champ, who shares his […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: June 18, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: June 18, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD County Executive PJ Wendel gives us an update on the COVID-19 situation, including Phase 3 reopening, graduation […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for NY State Assembly Christina Cardinale: June 11, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Candidate for NY State Assembly Christina Cardinale: June 11, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s June 11, 2020 conversation with Christina Cardinale of Jamestown, the Democratic Candidate in the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Linnea Carlson and Sarah Gilbert Discuss 2020 Jamestown Public/Mobile Market
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Linnea Carlson and Sarah Gilbert Discuss 2020 Jamestown Public/Mobile Market  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The 2020 Jamestown Pubic Market will have its opening day on Saturday, June 13, 2020 […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: June 11, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: June 11, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD County Executive PJ Wendel gives us an update on the COVID-19 situation, including preparing for Phase 3 […]
[LISTEN] Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce Discusses Financial Restructuring Plan
WRFARadio · Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce Discusses Financial Restructuring Plan  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The Jamestown City Council will be voting Monday, June 8 on a financial restructuring plan for the city […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Prendergast Library Executive Director Anne Greene
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Prendergast Library Executive Director Anne Greene AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Anne Greene, Executive Director of the James Prendergast Library about the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: June 4, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: June 4, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist talks about a series of protests that took place recently in Jamestown – one […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Chautauqua County Executive Rich Morrisroe: May 28, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Candidate for Chautauqua County Executive Rich Morrisroe: May 28, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s May 28, 2020 conversation with Dunkirk attorney Richard Morrisroe, the Democratic Candidate in the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Renaissance Corporation Co Chair Kris Selstrom
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Renaissance Corporation Co Chair Kris Selstrom AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation recently announced a reorganization effort, along with the launching of new assistance programs to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: May 29, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: May 29, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD County Executive PJ Wendel gives us an update on the COVID-19 situation, including preparing for Phase 2 […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe Discusses 2020-21 Budget
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown School Superintendent Brett Apthorpe Discusses 2020-21 Budget  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE ON SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe joins us to discuss the impact COVID-19 has on the district’s […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: May 21, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: May 21, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD County Executive PJ Wendel gives us an update on the COVID-19 situation, including the Phase 1 Reopening […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: May 21, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: May 21, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist gives an update on COVID-19 and also provides more details about the recently approved […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: May 14, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel offers an update on the COVID-19 situation in the county and also gives his thoughts about the delay in the Western New York region reopening.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Democratic Candidate for Congress Tracy Mitrano: May 7, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with the Democratic, Working Families and SAM Parties Candidate for Congress Tracy Mitrano. Just like two years ago, Mitrano is challenging incumbent Republican Tom Reed in […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: May 7, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist to get an update on the COVID-19 situation in the city, it’s impact on local government, and some of the steps […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: May 7, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel offers an update on the COVID-19 situation in the county and also gives his thoughts about Governor Andrew Cuomo’s New York Forward plan, which focuses […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: April 30, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: April 30, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD PJ Wendel gives a weekly COVID-19 update with WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample. Originally recorded and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Election Commissioner Norman Green Discusses Canceled NY Presidential Primary
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Election Commissioner Norman Green Discusses Canceled NY Presidential Primary  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD New York State Board of Elections cancelled the Democratic Presidential Primary scheduled for June 23. WRFA’s […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Patricia Brinkman Discusses Chemical Dependency and Available Resources
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Patricia Brinkman Discusses Chemical Dependency and Available Resources   AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE ON SOUNDCLOUD There’s been a rise of drug overdoses and overdose fatalities in Chautauqua County during March and […]
[LISTEN] Rep. Tom Reed - April 28, 2020 Conference Call
WRFARadio · Rep. Tom Reed – April 28, 2020 Conference Call AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Conference Call on April 28 with Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23), who provides an update on the coronavirus […]
[LOCAL] Community Matters - NY Senator George Borrello: April 23, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – NY Senator George Borrello: April 23, 2020  AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Sen. George Borrello to get his reaction to the state’s COVID-19 response and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: April 23, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: April 23, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County executive Paul “PJ” Wendel to learn more about his call […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe: April 23, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters – Jamestown Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe: April 23, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe talks with WRFA’s Jason Sample to give an update on how […]
[LISTEN] Rep. Tom Reed - April 21, 2020 Conference Call
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY-23) holds his weekly conference call with regional media and is joined by several upstate Republicans to discuss and make a case for reopening the upstate […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: April 16, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist talks with WRFA and gives an update on city government on Thursday, April 16 as the community continues to adjust and makes its way through the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: April 16, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with County Executive PJ Wendel and discusses the health response to COVID-19, the impact it is having on county government, as well as his thoughts on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Local Resident Cory Raynor Shares Concerns About Food Safety During COVID-19
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD New York State Law already requires no direct hand contact for food service workers when working with prepared foods that are considered “ready to eat” – yet local resident Cory […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Alicia Ekstrom from The Chautauqua Center: April 16, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The Chautauqua Center in Jamestown and Dunkirk continues to offer healthcare services during the COVID-19 state of emergency. WRFA’s Jason Sample recently talked with Alicia Ekstrom from TCC to learn […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Assemblyman Andy Goodell Discusses COVID-19, NY State Budget
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Assemblyman Andy Goodell (R – Ellicott, 150th District) to get his thoughts on the state’s response to COVID-19 and also the passage of the 2020-21 […]
[LISTEN] Catholic Charities 2020 Appeal Still Seeking Donations
CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY – Representatives from Catholic Charities continue to to remind the public that the 2020 Appeal is still underway with a goal of $10 million. While the organization serves all of Western New York, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: COVID-19 Update - April 7, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist on April 7 to get an update on the COVID-19 State of Emergency and the impact it has had on city […]
[LOCAL] Rep. Tom Reed - April 7, 2020 Coronavirus Conference Call
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE ON SOUNDCLOUD Conference Call on April 7 with Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23), who provides an update on the novel coronavirus situation with regional media.  
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Nicole Mucheck from The Resource Center
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Nicole Mucheck, Director of Behavioral Health and Care Coordination Services at The Resource Center, to find out what impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Executive PJ Wendel - COVID 19 Update: April 2, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel provides an update on the county’s COVID-19 response efforts during an interview with WRFA’s Jason Sample on Thursday, April 2, 2020.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe: April 2, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe to get an update on how Jamestown Public Schools is coping with the COVID-19 State of Emergency and also get an […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: COVID-19 Update - April 2, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist on April 2 to get an update on the COVID-19 State of Emergency and the impact it has had on city […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown City Council President Tony Dolce: March 31, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown City council president Tony Dolce took time out on Tuesday, March 31 to give an update on how the COVID-19 novel coronavirus crisis is impacting city government.
[LISTEN] Rep. Tom Reed - March 31, 2020 Coronavirus Conference Call
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Conference Call on March31 with Rep. Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23), who provides an update on the coronavirus situation with regional media. Reed comments on the amount of assistance requests […]
[LISTEN] Rep. Tom Reed - March 27, 2020 - $2.2 Trillion COVID-19 Stimulus Bill Conference Call
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WASHINGTON – Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY-23) Holds a Conference Call with region media on Friday afternoon, March 27, to give his thoughts about the passage of the $2.2 Trillion […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Executive PJ Wendel - COVID 19 Update: March 26, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE ON SOUNDCLOUD Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel provides an update on the county’s COVID-19 response efforts during an interview with WRFA’s Jason Sample on Thursday, March 26, 2020.  
[LISTEN]Community Matters - Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene Director Patricia Brinkman
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene is continuing to offer services to local residents during the COVID-19 crisis. WRFA’s Jason Sample recently talked with director Patricia Brinkman to get […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – NY Senator George Borrello: COVID-19 Update – March 25, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Sen. George Borrello to get an update on the COVID-19 State of Emergency and the impact it has had on the state, along with an […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist: COVID-19 Update - March 24, 2020
 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist to get an update on the COVID-19 State of Emergency and the impact it has had on city operations.
[LISTEN] Several Changes and Additional Procedures in Place at Heritage in Response to COVID-19
One of the areas largest skilled nursing providers and independent living facilities has taken several steps in the past few weeks in response to the COVID-19 crisis.  Heritage, based in Gerry, NY, provides an estimated […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Edward Walk from the U.S. Census Bureau
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The 2020 Census is now underway with local residents having received the first census mailer instructing them on how to fill out the census form online. To help raise awareness […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mayor Eddie Sundquist: March 2020 Interview
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist talks with WRFA’s Jason Sample about several issues involving the city, including the recent annexation effort, an update on collective bargaining arbitration with the police union, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Senator George Borrello: March 5, 2020 Interview
 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with State Senator George Borrello to discuss the State Budget, Bail Reform, Transportation funding, and several other state issues that have an impact on residents in […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Alize Scott Discusses Black History Workshops in Jamestown
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE VIA SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Alize Scott to learn more about a series of Black History Workshops taking place in Jamestown as part of the buildup to the city’s annual […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Linnea Carlson from Jamestown Public Mark and Luke Fodor from St. Luke's
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Luke Fodor from St. Luke’s and Linnea Carlson, director of the Jamestown Public Market, about a new collaboration between the two to help ensure the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Turns 30
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talk with John Jablonski, executive director of the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy (CWC), and Becky Nystrom, CWC board president, to learn more details about the CWC and some […]
[LISTEN] Family Service of the Chautauqua Region to Hold Annual Pasta for a Purpose Fundraiser Feb. 14
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD JAMESTOWN – Family Service of the Chautauqua Region (FSCR) is inviting the community to its annual “Pasta for a Purpose” fundraiser. The event will be held on Friday, Feb. 14 […]
[LOCAL] Community Matters – Mayor Eddie Sundquist February 2020 Interview
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday Feb. 6, 2020. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist about various issues affecting city government, including Ambulance Service, the city’s Smart City Capital Investment […]
[LISTEN] Fenton History Center Announces Return of Trivia Nights, Special Events in February
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The Fenton History Center will host a series of special events in February both at the historic Fenton Mansion and also at a popular restaurant in downtown Jamestown. WRFA’s Jason […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthrope - January 2020 Interview
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE VIA SOUNDCLOUD   WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe about the Governor Andrew Cuomo’s proposed budget and its impact on the school district. In addition, Apthorpe provides […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive Paul "PJ" Wendel: January 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample invites newly appointed Chautauqua County Executive Paul “PJ” Wendel into the studio to introduce him to WRFA listeners and talk about various issues the county is facing […]
[LISTEN]Community Matters - Frank Besse, President of Chautauqua County Young Democrats
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Frank Besse, president of Chautauqua County Young Democrats about recent comments made by Sen. George Borrello on the Automatic Voter Registration bill in Albany.
[LISTEN] Doors Open Jamestown is Saturday, Jan. 18
JAMESTOWN – Local residents are being invited to participate in Doors Open Jamestown on Saturday, Jan. 18. The annual event invitees area residents to visit over a dozen different places right here in our own […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown City Council Reorganizational Meeting: Jan. 1, 2020
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Highlights from the city of Jamestown’s 2020 Reorganizational Meeting, including remarks and an interview with both Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist and Council President Tony Dolce.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mindfulness Through Breathing and Chair Yoga Seminar Preview
INTERVIEW ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with James Colby and Rachel Tome about the Mindfulness through Breathing and Chair Yoga – a seminar that is taking place Tuesday, Jan. 7 at 6:30 […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi Reflects on 40+ Years at Jamestown City Hall
ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi took time out during his final month in office to sit down and talk with WRFA’s Jason Sample, WJTN’s Terry Frank and The Post-Journal’s Dennis Phillips to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Public Defender Ned Barone Discusses Criminal Justice Reform
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing on Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Public Defender Ned Barone to get his take on the state’s new Criminal Justice reform measures […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Mayor Sam Teresi December 2019 Interview
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi for the final time in his tenure as mayor. Teresi did not seek reelection and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor-elect Eddie Sundquist Discusses Transition Meetings
ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor-elect Eddie Sundquist on Thursday, Dec. 5 to discuss his transition effort, including details on his four community input sessions taking place in Dec. 5, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - National Comedy Center Director Journey Gunderson Talks Attendance
ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with National Comedy Center Executive Director Journey Gunderson to get more details about attendance at the NCC and the economic impact it’s had on the region. On […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jennifer Champ Discusses Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol Exhibit at Fenton
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jennifer Champ from the Fenton History Center about the upcoming holiday exhibit along with several other events and activities […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Resident Doug Champ Discusses Community Involvement
ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown resident Doug Champ about his continued involvement staying engaged in city government affairs, as well as some local issues and topics, including the 2020 city […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor-Elect Eddie Sundquist Post Election Interview
ALSO AVAILABLE AT WRFA SOUNDCLOUD PAGE WRFA’s Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Elect Eddie Sundquist to discuss winning the 2019 mayoral election and his transition to the mayor’s office.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi Interview - November 2019
ALSO AVAILABLE AT WRFA SOUNDCLOUD PAGE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019. Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi discusses the 2020 city budget with Jason Sample, including a recently announced $350,000+ savings and how it could be […]
[WATCH] Jamestown NY 2019 Mayoral Candidates Debate
The 2019 Mayoral Candidates Debate, taking place Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019 at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts Media Arts Studio on featuring candidates for mayor Andrew Liuzzo, Eddie Sundquist, and David Wilfong. Moderated […]
[LISTEN] Reg Lenna Center for the Arts Presents: The 2019 Jamestown Mayoral Debate - Oct. 17, 2019
ALSO AVAILABLE AT WRFA SOUNDCLOUD PAGE Live from the Reg Lenna’s Media Arts Studios, a 90-minute debate featuring the three candidates for Mayor of Jamestown in the 2019 General Election: Andrew Liuzzo (Libertarian), Eddie Sundquist […]
[LISTEN] League of Women Voters - Senate Candidate Forum - Oct. 15, 2019
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT OUR SOUNDCLOUD PAGE The 2019 Chautauqua County League of Women Voters Candidate Forum for New York State Senate 57th District, featuring candidates Austin Morgan (D) and George Borrello (R). Presented by […]
[LISTEN] League of Women Voters - Mayoral Candidate Forum - Oct. 15, 2019
ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE WRFA SOUNDCLOUD PAGE The 2019 Chautauqua County League of Women Voters Candidate Forum for Mayor of Jamestown, featuring candidates Eddie Sundquist (D), David Wilfong (R), and Andrew Liuzzo (Libertarian). Moderated by […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mayor Sam Teresi October 2019 Interview, Sept. 30 Comments on $12.65M Bonding
ALSO AVAILABLE VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019 A recap of the Sept. 30, 2019 Jamestown City Council meeting, in which the council voted 8 to 1 in favor of borrowing up to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2020 County Budget with George Borrello and Pierre Chagnon
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT WRFA SOUNDCLOUD PAGE Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello released his 2020 budget proposal on Sept. 25, 2019. The budget includes no increase to the property tax rate but does require some […]
[LISTEN] 2019 Jamestown Mayoral Candidate Forum - September 26, 2019
ALSO AVAILABLE AT WRFA’S SOUNDCLOUD PAGE The 2019 Mayoral Candidate forum for the city of Jamestown, presented by the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation and featuring candidates Andrew Liuzzo, David Wilfong, and Eddie Sundquist.  
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County DA Patrick Swanson and Sheriff James Quattrone
ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE WRFA SOUNDCLOUD PAGE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County District Attorney Patrick Swanson and Chautauqua County Sheriff James Quattrone about the impact the recent Criminal Justice Reform measures enacted by […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Andrew Martin Kolstee of the Chautauqua County Libertarian Party
ALSO AVAILABLE AT WRFA’S SOUNDCLOUD PAGE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Andrew Martin Kolstee, chair of the Chautauqua County Libertarian Party, to talk about the growth and recognition the party has seen both locally and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - September 12, 2019: JPFA Concerns and Smart City Capital Investment Program
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE ON SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019. In part one of this week’s Community Matters program, WRFA’s Jason Sample interviews JPFA President Shawn Shilling to learn more about the firefighters union’s […]
[LOCAL] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello: September 2019 Interview
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD PAGE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 6, 2019. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello to get an update on several initiatives that are taking place in the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: September 2019 Interview
ALSO AVAILABLE AT WRFA SOUNDCLOUD PAGE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019. Jamestown mayor Sam Teresi stops by the WRFA studio for his monthly interview and offers his thoughts on a recent court decision involving […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Heritage Ministries Announces Collaboration with HealthPRO®Heritage
ALSO AVAILABLE AT OUR SOUNDCLOUD PAGE WRFA’s Jason Sample interviews Mark Smeltzer from Heritage Ministries and David Mercugliano and Hilary Forman from HealthPRO Heritage to learn more about a recently collaboration announced between the local […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Alicia Ekstrom from The Chautauqua Center
ALSO AVAILABLE VIA SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Alicia Ekstrom from the Chautauqua Center about the recent opening of its new facility on Institute St. in Jamestown. Plus she offers details on the services […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe Previews New School Year
ALSO AVAILABLE AT OUR SOUNDCLOUD PAGE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019 WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Public Schools superintendent Bret Apthorpe about the start of the 2019-2020 school year, including […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: August 2019 Interview
ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019. WRFA’s Jason Sample interview Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi. The mayor discusses the status of bargaining unit contracts, the Fund for Downtown Programming, Housing programs, and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Kristan McMahon Discusses August Programming at Jackson Center
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 25, 2019. Robert H. Jackson Center president Kristan McMahon offers details on several upcoming events at the Jackson Center, including: A Lecture on George Marshall by […]
Community Matters - Democratic Congressional Candidate Dr. Scott Noren - July 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally recorded Thursday, July 18, 2019 Broadcast in two parts on July 25 and Aug. 1, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Democratic Congressional Candidate Dr. Scott Noren (Ithaca, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chemical Dependency Advocate Rick Huber July 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing on Thursday, July 25, 2019. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with local advocate Rick Huber to get his thoughts on the current state of chemical dependency in the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi July 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, July 18, 2019 We talk with Mayor Sam Teresi to get his thoughts on the National Comedy Center as it approaches its one-year anniversary of opening […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Lead Contamination in Jamestown Housing
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, July 18, 2019 Local health officials discuss Lead Poisoning and the effort to remove lead from homes within the community. Guests include Dr. Lillian Ney with […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Steven Cobb and Sheridan Smith from the Mental Health Association
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing on Thursday, June 27, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Steven Cobb and Sheridan Smith about the Mental Health Association of Chautauqua County, its mission of offering […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Assemblyman Andy Goodell June 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 27, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with New York State Assemblyman Andy Goodell (R-Ellicott, 150th District) to get his thoughts about the 2019 legislative session, which […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - George Borrello and Curtis Crandall, Republican Candidates for NY Senate
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 20, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Republican Candidates for State Senate George Borrello and Curtis Crandall. The two will square off in a GOP Primary […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Andrew Liuzzo and David Wilfong, GOP Candidates for Jamestown Mayor
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, June 13, 2019 There are 3800 Republicans in Jamestown who will have the opportunity to vote in the June 25 Primary and select their party’s candidate […]
[LISTEN] Ted First Discusses the Chautauqua Lake Conference, Scheduled for June 15
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Ted First, the chair of the first ever Chautauqua Lake Conference at Chautauqua Institution. All area residents and lake enthusiasts are invited to the […]
[LISTEN] CRCF and NCCF Partner for #GiveBigCHQ 2019 on June 13
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD The Give Big CHQ fundraiser is returning to Chautauqua County. On Thursday CRCF Executive Director Tory Irgang and project coordinator Liz Jones from Chautauqua Region Community Foundation stop by […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: June 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi stops by the WRFA studio for his June interview and talks about economic development in the city, including his reaction to a local company – […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Democratic Congressional Candidate Tracy Mitrano - May 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN AT SOUNDCLOUD Originally recorded Thursday, May 30, 2019 Broadcast in two parts on May 30 and June 6, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with 2018 Democratic Congressional Candidate Tracy Mitrano. Mitrano […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Ward 2 City Council Candidates Raven Mason Thompson and Tony Dolce
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 30, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown City Council – Ward 2 Candidates Tony Dolce and Raven Mason Thompson. Dolce is the long-time incumbent for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Robet H. Jackson Center President Kristan McMahon
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, May 23, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with newly appointed Robert H. Jackson Center president Kristan McMahon to learn more about her vision for the organization […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Megan Murray, Norm Lydell and Vince DeJoy Discuss July BPO Show at Reg Lenna
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, May 23, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with JHS Marching Band Director Megan Murray, JHS A Cappella Choir Director Norm Lydell, and Jamestown Development Director Vince […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Heather Lynn and Burke Lindquist from Lynn Development
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, May 23, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Heather Lynn and Burke Lindquist from Lynn Development Group to learn more about several projects the downtown developer […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi, May 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, May 16 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the recent decision by the Jamestown City Council to challenge a State Supreme […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Assemblyman Andy Goodell May 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Recorded Friday, May 10 and Broadcast Thursday, May 17 2019. Assemblyman Andy Goodell (150th, R-Ellicott) stops by the WRFA Studio in Jamestown, NY to discuss several issues and items […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe Discusses 2019-20 Budget
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, May 16, 2019 Jamestown Public Schools superintendent Bret Apthorpe shares details on the proposed 2019-20 JPS School Budget prior to the May 21 public vote. Plus […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Justin Hanft From Chautauqua County Education Coalition
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, May 9, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Justin Hanft from the Chautauqua County Education Coalition to get more details about the coalition and how its […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Ashville Family Gets Home Renovated by Military Makeover TV Program
ASHVILLE, NY – Ashville’s Cody Willett and his family have officially been given a complete home makeover, thanks to the Military Makeover with Montel TV Show. Program host Montel Williams unveiled the newly renovated home […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Tina Scott and Joni Blackman from the James Prendergast Library
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, May 2, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with James Prendergast Library Executive Director Tina Scott and Board President Joni Blackman about the library has been able […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - GA Family Services Foster Care Program Celebrates May as National Foster Care Month
JAMESTOWN – Wednesday, May 1 is the start of a month-long celebration of National Foster Care Month, a nationwide effort to bring awareness to the more than 430,000 children and youth in foster care. MOBILE […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2019 Chautauqua County Chamber Legislative Breakfast
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN AT SOUNDCLOUD The 2019 Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast from April 12, 2019, featuring both Assemblyman Andy Goodell and former State Senator Cathy Young as they offer thoughts on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Mayor Sam Teresi April 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, April 11, 2019 Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi stops by the WRFA studio to discuss the State Budget and its impact on Jamestown. Plus the mayor talks […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Resident Doug Champ Discusses Future of Municipal Power
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, April 4. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with city resident Doug Champ, who’s voiced his concerns about the impact the state’s policy on shifting electric generation to […]
[LISTEN] CCHS Announces New ExPawditions Program
 MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD JAMESTOWN – The Chautauqua County Humane Society (CCHS) has launched a new program that gives area residents an opportunity to experience the energy, compassion, and love of having […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Dr. Bret Apthorpe March 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, March 28, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Dr. Bret Apthorpe, superintendent of Jamestown Public Schools, about the 2019-20 State budget and the impact it will […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - NY Senate Candidate Curtis Crandall - March 2019
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, March 28, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Curtis Crandall, chairman of the Allegany County Legislature and Republican candidate for the New York State Senate’s 57th […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Maria Perez-Cruz and Deb Felton Discuss Catholic Charities 2019 Appeal
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, March 21, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Maria Perez-Cruz, district director for Catholic Charities’ services in Chautauqua County, and Deb Felton, Chautauqua County WIC coordinator, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Austin Morgan Discusses Run for State Senate
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, March 22, 2019. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Austin Morgan (D-Freedom), candidate in a special election for New York State 57th Senate District, being held this […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Jamestown City Council Greg Lindquist
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, March 14, 2019 Jamestown Resident and Republican candidate for Jamestown City Council Greg Lindquist shares details on why he’s throwing his hat into the ring for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Journey Gunderson March 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN VIA SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Thursday, March 14, 2019 National Comedy Center Executive Director Journey Gunderson discusses the recent federal designation of the NCC, signed by the President earlier this month. She […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Mayor Sam Teresi March 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 7, 2019. Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi provides information on two lawsuits involving the city – the annexation of property in the Town of Ellicott and challenge […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2019 Jamestown Mayoral Candidate Eddie Sundquist
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with local attorney and 2019 Jamestown Mayoral Candidate Eddie Sundquist. Sundquist has received the City Democratic Committee’s endorsement for mayor. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown 2019 Mayoral Candidate David Wilfong
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally Airing Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Legislator and 2019 Jamestown Mayoral Candidate David Wilfong. Wilfong has received the City Republican Committee’s endorsement for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - John Jablonski and Becky Nystrom from Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 21, 2019 John Jablonski and Becky Nystrom from the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy discuss the recently completed Chautauqua Lake Conservation Statement, which offers a general understanding of […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - City Councilman and Mayoral Candidate Andrew Liuzzo
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 14, 2019. WRFA’s public affairs director Jason Sample sits down and talks with Republican City Councilman Andrew Liuzzo about his first year in office as well […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Norm Green from the Chautauqua County Board of Elections
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019 Chautauqua County Election Commissioner Norman Green stops by the WRFA studio to discuss recent changes in state election law and what they mean for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mayor Sam Teresi February 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019. Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi talks about his decision not to seek reelection, along with details about some initiatives he’s laid out in his 2019 […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Sheriff James Quattrone January 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019 Chautauqua County Sheriff James Quattrone talks with WRFA’s Jason Sample about his first month on the job and gives an update on several initiatives […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Public Safety Committee Jan. 14 Gateway Lofts Discussion
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE The Jamestown City Council’s Housing Committee on heard details about the proposed Gateway Lofts housing project during it’s Jan. 14 meeting at city hall. Representatives from the organizations involved with […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Dr. Bret Apthorpe January 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Recorded Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. Initially broadcast Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019. Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe talks about several issues involving the school district, including the Small Cities Lawsuit […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello - January 2019
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Recorded on Tuesday Jan. 15 and originally airing on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County executive George Borrello to review his first […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Doug Conroe from Chautauqua Lake Association
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Doug Conroe, executive director of the Chautauqua Lake Association, about the organization and its mission along […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi January 2019 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about his upcoming State of the City report, the effort to fill […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Marcus Stendahl and Sean Jones Discuss UPMC Chautauqua's MAT-PDOA Program
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE UPMC Chautauqua’s Outpatient Chemical Dependency (OPCD) unit received a grant in 2017 to help the hospital deal with treating opioid addiction in the greater-Jamestown community. The grant falls under what […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Tory Irgang and Jamie Billquist Discuss Rosemary Billquist Memorial Fund
  MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018. Tory Irgang, Executive Director of the Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, and Jamie Billquist stop by the WRFA studio to discuss the Rosemary Billquist […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Ryan Melquist's Mission Trip to Honduras
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with local resident and musician Ryan Melquist about a recent mission trip he participated in with Conduit Ministries that brought […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mark Geise and Rich Dixon with the Chautauqua County IDA
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Mark Geise, CEO of the Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency and Richard Dixon, CFO of the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi December 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 1, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the 2019 city budget that was approved at the end of […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Senator Catherine Young December 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Sen. Catherine Young (R-Olean) about her recent reelection to the New York State Senate, the GOP losing control of the Senate as […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Bob Lingle Shares Details for Christmas in the Village
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Dec. 6 2018 When Lakewood village officials opted to not hold the annual “Christmas in the Village” promotion during Small Business Saturday this year, a local business owner […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua Striders in Need of Mentors
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Chautauqua Striders is asking for members of the community to come forward and consider volunteering a few hours each month to serve as a mentor for local  students. WRFA Public […]
[LISTEN] Downtown Jamestown Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration Set for Friday!
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation is pleased to announce that the annual Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration, presented by The Resource Center, will feature pre-parade musical entertainment, a traditional […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Update on the National Comedy Center
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with National Comedy Center executive director Journey Gunderson to learn how things are going at the NCC during its first […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - John Jablonski from Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday Oct. 11, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with John Jablonski from the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy about some of the initiatives that are currently underway.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - City Resident and Community Activist Doug Champ
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally Airing Nov. 15, 2018 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with city resident and local community activist Doug Champ.
[LISTEN] 2018 Election - LOWV Meet the Candidates Forum: Assembly Candidates
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Full audio of the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County Meet the Candidates Forum, featuring the two candidates for New York State Assembly (150th District): Incumbent Andrew Goodell (R) […]
[LISTEN] 2018 Election - LOWV Meet the Candidates Forum: Chautauqua County Sheriff Candidates
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Full audio of the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County Meet the Candidates Forum, featuring the two candidates for Chautauqua County Sheriff: Incumbent Joseph Gerace (D) and Challenger James […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – 2018 Congressional Candidates Tom Reed and Tracy Mitrano
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018. WRFA features the two candidates in the 2018 race for New York’s 23rd Congressional District, incumbent Tom Reed (R-Corning) and challenger Tracy Mitrano (D-Penn […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Judith Einach and Andrew Goodell, Candidates for 150th Assembly District
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE [SOUNDCLOUD] Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018 WRFA poses a series of questions to the two candidates running for the 150th Assembly District of New York State (Chautauqua County) in […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2018 Sheriff Candidates James Quattrone and Joseph Gerace
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA 2018 Election Special: Candidates for Chautauqua County Sheriff Candidates for Chautauqua County Sheriff Joseph Gerace (Democratic incumbent) and James Quattrone (Republican challenger) respond to a series of questions from […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - STEL, Community Helping Hands, YWCA Discuss Gateway Lofts Proposal
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Friday, Oct. 4, 2018 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Steven Ald from Southern Tier Environments for Living, Jacqueline Chiarot Phelps from YWCA of Jamestown, and Tami Berg from […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Dining Out For Life is Tuesday, Oct. 9
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Richard Fleurant and Ian Eastman from Evergreen Health about the 16th annual Dining Out for Life, happening Tuesday, Oct. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Residents Voice Concerns over Wind Farms
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Several residents from northern Chautauqua County appear at the Sept. 26, 2018 meeting of the county legislature to share their concerns and frustrations over three wind projects that are either […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Fatal Drug Overdoses on the Decline in Chautauqua County
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Breeanne Agett, epidemiology manager at the Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services, to learn more about the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Are Three Scheduled Debates Enough for Congressional Candidates?
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE New York 23rd Congressional District candidate Tracy Mitrano (D-Penn Yann) voices her concern that only three debates have been scheduled between her and incumbent Representative Tom Reed (R-Corning) prior to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - T. Marion Beckerink Discusses History of Voting Rights at JCC
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally recorded Sept. 17, 2018 Jamestown Community College, the American Association of University Women (AAUW), and the Chautauqua County League of Women Voters celebrate Constitution Day 2018 with a presentation […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Amy Peterson Discusses Civic Brews Live, Happening Oct. 2 in Jamestown
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 12, 2018 Local resident Amy Peterson from Civic Brews stops by the studio to share details about the local crowdfunding effort, including what to expect at […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Noah Goodling Discusses 'Saints and Sinners' Cemetery Tours
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 12, 2018 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Noah Goodling, executive director of the Fenton History Center, to learn details about the upcoming Saints & Sinners Cemetery […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi September 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 12, 2018 WRFA public affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the upcoming city budget, a pending constable appointment, the possibility of […]
[LISTEN] Jamestown Public Market Hosts Market-to-Table Dinner on Sept. 17
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – The Jamestown Public Market announces their annual Market to Table event, set this year for September 17. Public Market Manager, Linnea Carlson, is excited to work with market […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jack Porcari from WNY NORML Discusses Marijuana Legalization in NY State
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018. WRFA Public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jack Porcari, executive director of WNY NORML (National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws) to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe August 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018. Jamestown School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe discusses the start of the new school year with WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample.
[LISTEN] Annual Jamestown Labor Day Festival is Sunday at Bergman Park
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – The Labor Day weekend is upon us and there’s a variety of activities and events in store to keep people busy all weekend long, including the 39th annual […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - House Problem Solvers Caucus: August 23, 2018
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018 Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) has spent time this summer touting the House Problem Solvers Caucus. Created in January 2017, the group is […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mayor Sam Teresi August 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018. Public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi in his monthly interview on WRFA. This month Teresi offers an update on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County District Attorney Patrick Swanson August 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday Aug. 16, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County District Attorney Patrick Swanson about the growing caseload in his office and his effort […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - #NY23 Candidate for Congress Tracy Mitrano August 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 3, 2018. WRFA’s Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Democratic Candidate for Congress Tracy Mitrano about the outcome of the June Democratic Primary, her platform, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Linnea Carlson Discusses Jamestown Mobile Public Market
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on Thursday, July 26, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Public Market manager Linnea Carlson about the Jamestown Public Market mobile market initiative, being […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - National Comedy Center Executive Director Journey Gunderson
Originally airing Thursday, July 26, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Journey Gunderson about the National Comedy Center, including the history of the project as well as what to expect once it […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Noah Goodling and Brian Papalia Discuss Sniffing Out History'
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 26, 2018. Fenton History Center Executive Director Noah Goodling and Chautauqua County Humane Society communications director Brian Papalia stop by the WRFA studio to share details […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Cameron Hurst Discusses The Jackson Center's Charles Goodell Exhibit
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 19, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Robert H. Jackson Center intern Cameron Hurst about an upcoming exhibit focusing on the life and legacy of Jamestown […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - George Borrello July 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 19, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello, who provides a mid-year update on various issues affecting the county, including shared services […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi, July 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 12, 2018. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the completion of two new phases of the Jamestown Riverwalk Project, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Erin Brickley, Chautauqua Lake and Watershed Management Alliance
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 28, 2018. Chautauqua Lake & Watershed Management Alliance Executive Director Erin Brickley talks with WRFA’s Jason Sample about the latest news from the alliance, including the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jennifer Champ Discusses Jamestown Furniture Manufacturing Exhibit
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday June 28, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample stops by the Fenton History Center in Jamestown to talk with Jennifer Champ and learn more about the new History of […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Kim Ecklund Discusses 2018 16-18 Babe Ruth World Series
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 28 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Kim Ecklund about the 2018 16-18 Year-old Babe Ruth World Series, coming to Jamestown’s Diethrick Park in August. Ecklund is […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - The Five Candidates for 23rd Congressional District
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 21, 2018. A series of interviews recorded during the past two weeks with the five Democratic Candidates for the New York State 23rd Congressional District and […]
[LISTEN] Community - Chautauqua Region Community Foundation Discusses #GiveBigCHQ
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 7, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Tory Irgang and Liz Jones about the #GiveBigCHQ promotion, happening Thursday, June 14.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi, June 2018 Interview
Originally airing June 7, 2018. Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi stops by the WRFA studio for his monthly interview and gives a rundown on the city’s 2018 Community Development Block Grant and Home program proposals, which […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Community Advocate Rick Huber Offers Update on Opioid Epidemic
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 24, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with community advocate Rick Huber about the current state of drug addiction and treatment options in Jamestown, NY. Before retirement, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Public Market Manager Linnea Carlson
JAMESTOWN – WRFA’s Jason Sample talks to Linnea Carlson from the Jamestown Public Market to learn all the details about this year’s market, which opens Saturday, June 9 from 10am to 2pm at its downtown […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Humane Society's Kellie Roberts and Brian Papalia
Originally airing Thursday, May 31. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Kellie Roberts and Brian Papalia from the Chautauqua County Humane Society to learn more about the services offered at the […]
[LISTEN] Borrello, Reed Share Details on Agreement to Bring Boutique Air to Chautauqua County
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Chautauqua County executive George Borrello is hoping residents who travel a lot for business and/or pleasure will consider using Boutique Air when it comes to the Chautauqua County […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - SPPC Downtown Projects Update
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 17, 2018. The Jamestown Strategic Planning and Partnership Commission held its monthly meeting on May 17 with representatives from several different downtown development projects on hand […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jennifer Champ, Fenton History Center
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 3, 2018 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jennifer Champ, Education and Exhibits Director from the Fenton History Center about a renovation that is taking place in […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Judith Einach May 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 10, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with NYS Assembly candidate Judith Einach of Westfield about her candidacy. Earlier in the week Einach announced she would be […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe Discusses 2018-19 Budget
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on Thursday, May 10, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown School Superintendent Bret Apthorpe about the proposed 2018-19 school budget that will be up […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - GA Family Services Discusses National Foster Care Month
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 3, 2018 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample interviews Ericka Garcia, Foster Care Program Manager for G.A. Family Services; Kara Kloss, Family Resource Coordinator; and Edwin […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi May 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 3, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to get an update on several items, including the arbitration hearing between […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Victoria Patti And Ann Rosenthal Discuss Kevin Hines' Documentary
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 26 2018. JAMESTOWN, NY – WRFA’s Jason Sample interviews Victoria Patti, Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention Coordinator/Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Ann Rosenthal from […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Andy Goodell - April 2018
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 26, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with State Assembly Andy Goodell (R-Chautauqua County) about the passage of the 2018-19 state budget as well […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jason Corwin from Defend Ohiyo
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on Thursday, April 19, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jason Corwin, Seneca Nation Media and Communications Director and activist with the Defend Ohiyo group. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi April 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 12, 2018. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample interviews Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to discuss the final numbers of the 2017 city budget, which yielded a […]
[LISTEN] Comunity Matters - James Colby and Marion Beckerink Discuss Upcoming GreenUp Jamestown Event
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 5, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with James Colby (GreenUp Jamestown) and Marion Beckerink (Robert H. Jackson Center) about GreenUp Jamestown 2018, including the upcoming panel […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sue Jones from Jamestown Noon Rotary Discusses 'Fire and Ice Ball'
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 5, 2018 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Sue Jones from the Jamestown Noon Rotary Club about the 2018 Fire and Ice Ball. The Fire and Ice […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Dr. Sherri Mason with Fredonia State and Helen Domske with NY Sea Grant
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on Thursday, March 22, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Dr. Sherri “Sam” Mason with Fredonia State and Helen Domske with NY Sea Grant. Both […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Congress Max Della Pia of Owego
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 22, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Max Della Pia, a retired Air Force officer from Owego and candidate for Congress in the […]
[LISTEN] GROW Jamestown Garden Fair Scheduled for Saturday, March 24 at Northwest Arena
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Jamestown Renaissance Corporation is back with its popular GROW Jamestown Garden Fair and Home Show, presented by Mikes Nursery and scheduled for Saturday, March 24 from 10 a.m. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Greg Rabb Discusses City Planning and Board of Public Utilities
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 15, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Greg Rabb, chair of the Jamestown Planning Commission and chair of the Jamestown Board of Public […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jeff Smith Discusses St. Susan's 2018 Basket Fair
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on Thursday, March 8, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jeff Smith from the St. Susan Center about the 2018 Basket Fair. JAMESTOWN – The Basket Fair will […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi March 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 8, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to get an update on several city initiatives, including the proposal to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - JPS Superintendent Bret Apthorpe: March 1, 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 1, 2018 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthrope about school safety and security, anti-bullying initiatives, the 2018-19 school […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Elizabeth Cipolla and Jade Kinsbury Discuss 80s Rewind Party
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 23, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Community Helping Hands board members Elizabeth Cipolla and Jade Kingsbury about the 80s Rewind Party and Fundraiser, taking place […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Congress Linda Andrei of Ithaca
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Dr. Linda Andrei, retired cardiologist and 2018 candidate for Congress in the New York 23rd Congressional […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Former BPU Members Discuss Concerns Over Capitol Investment Proposal
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 15 and Thursday, Feb. 22, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with three former members of the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities – John […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - James Colby and Becky Nystrom Discuss Green Up Jamestown 2018
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with James Colby and Becky Nystrom about GreenUp Jamestown 2018, a local initiative with a mission to unite the arts, humanities, and sciences; business and industry, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Kate Ewers Discusses Chautauqua County 4-H Fundraiser
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Friday, Feb. 16, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Kate Ewer from Chautauqua County 4-H to learn more about the 2018 Have a Heart for 4-H Fundraiser – […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Eddie Sundquist Feb. 8, 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown attorney and congressional candidate Eddie Sundquist to get an update on his campaign, including a discussion on campaign […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi February 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to get an explanation on the recent changes of the bylaws of […]
Kick Cabin Fever Indoor Triathlon is Saturday, Feb. 3
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE CHAUTAUQUA – Local residents of all ages are being invited to the “Kick Cabin Fever Indoor Triathlon” this weekend. This year’s tenth annual event will take place on Saturday at […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Todd Tranum January 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Todd Tranum, President and CEO of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce and the Manufacturers Association […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sen. Catherine Young Interview: January 2018
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018 Senator Catherine Young (R-Olean, NY 57th Senate District) offers her initial thoughts on the 2019 State Budget proposal, presented by Gov. Andrew Cuomo on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - James Bliss Discusses Puerto Rico Relief Trip
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown-area resident James Bliss about his recent goodwill trip to Puerto Rico, where he delivered toys […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Executive George Borrello - January 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 11, 2017. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello to learn more about his short term plans as he gets acclimated to his […]
[LOCAL] Community Matters - Sam Teresi January 2018 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 4, 2018. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to learn more about the proposed sale of the City Wastewater Treatment […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Ian Golden and Eddie Sundquist React to Federal Tax Reform
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 21, 2017. WRFA Public affairs director Jason Sample talk with Democratic congressional candidates Ian Golden (Ithaca, NY) and Eddie Sundquist (Jamestown, NY) to get their response […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Outgoing Jamestown City Council President Greg Rabb
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Dec. 14, 2017. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with outgoing Jamestown City Council President Greg Rabb as he reflects on 10 years of public service to the Jamestown community.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mayor Sam Teresi December 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 14, 2017. Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi stops by the studio to share details on a proposal to sell the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Wastewater Treatment […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jeff Smith and Katie Murdock from St Susan Center
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jeff Smith and Katie Murdock from the St. Susan Center in Jamestown to learn more about […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Congress Tracy Mitrano
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 30, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Tracy Mitrano, Ithaca attorney, educator and consultant and and 2018 candidate for Congress in the New […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Keeping Each Other Warm in Jamestown with Georgeanna Guiffrida
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 23, 2017 (Thanksgiving). Jamestown resident Georgeanna Guiffrida stops by the WRFA studio to provide details of the Keeping Each Other Warm in Jamestown, NY project, now […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Breast Cancer Awareness with Diane Courtney Freeman of UPMC Chautauqua WCA
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov.16, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Dianne Courtney Freeman of UPMC Chautauqua WCA about Breast Cancer Awareness, including both prevention and treatment. More […]
[LISTEN] Residents Encouraged to Help 'Christmas for Puerto Rico' Effort
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – A Jamestown area resident is asking the community to help him in his effort to provide for Puerto Rican children during the Christmas holiday season. Jamestown’s James Bliss […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi November 2017
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, November 16, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the 2018 city budget, his recent trip to Albany, and his […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Veterans Services Director Gregory Carlson
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Gregory Carlson, director of Veterans Services in Chautauqua County.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - The Many Faces of Addiction Preview Discussion
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Dr. Lillian Ney, Kia Briggs, and Janet Forbes about the upcoming “Many Faces of Addiction” forum […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Congress Ian Golden of Ithaca
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 27, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Ian Golden, Ithaca businessman and candidate for Congress in the New York 23rd Congressional District. More […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Rev. Amy Rohler Discusses 2017 Community Helping Hands Emporium
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 26. 2017. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Amy Rohler from Community Helping Hands about the 2017 CHH Emporium, taking place on Saturday, Nov. 4 at the […]
[LISTEN] Meet the Candidates - Jamestown City Council At Large: Part 2
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017. Part 2 (of 2) of WRFA’s 2017 Election Preview Special, focusing on the six candidates running for the three at large seats for Jamestown […]
[LISTEN] Meet the Candidates - Jamestown City Council At Large: Part 1
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Monday, Oct. 30, 2017 at 8 p.m. Part 1 (of 2) of WRFA’s 2017 Election Preview Special, focusing on the six candidates running for the three at large […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Frank Morano (NY Reform Party) Talks Constitutional Convention
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Frank Morano of the New York Reform Party to learn why he supports voting “yes” for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2017 Chautauqua County Clerk Candidates
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017. WRFA features the two candidates for Chautauqua County Clerk, incumbent Larry Barmore (R-Gerry) and challenger LeeAnn Lazarony (D-Cassadaga). Election Day 2017 is Nov. 7.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi October 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi the 2018 city budget proposal that he released and presented to the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – County Executive Candidate Mike Ferguson
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive Candidate Mike Ferguson (D, WF, WEP – Fredonia) about why he’s running for executive and how he plans to deal with several […]
[LISTEN] Commmunity Matters - Interview with Dr. Bret Apthorpe at JHS Government and Economics Class
Recorded Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample interviews Jamestown Publi Schools Superintendent Dr. Bret Apthorpe at Jamestown High School in front of Mr. Peterson’s Government and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 'Dinning Out For Life' Fundraiser is Oct. 10
SIX CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY RESTAURANTS TO PARTICIPATE IN 2017 Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017 MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Kimberly Lombard from Evergreen Health Services about the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - County Executive Candidate George Borrello
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive Candidate George Borrello (R, C, I – Irving) about why he’s running for executive and how he plans to deal with several […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Hispanic Community Council of Chautauqua County Assist Puerto Rico Recovery
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 28, 2017. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Max Martin and Yamil Melendez from the Hispanic Community Council of Chautauqua County to learn more about the local […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mental Health Advocate and Public Speaker Kevin Hines
Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Mental Health advocate Kevin Hines in advance of his appearance in Chautauqua County for Suicide Prevention […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chanda Lynn Discusses Rally to Recover Jamestown
Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chanda Lynn Germain about Rally to Recover Jamestown. The event will feature a variety of local and national speakers, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Suicide Prevention Week
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Victoria Patti (Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention), Anne Rosenthal (Chautauqua Tapestry), and Chris Anderson (Resource Center) about the 2017 Chautauqua County Suicide […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe
Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017 MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Dr. Bret Apthorpe, the new superintendent of Jamestown Public Schools. The interview serves as an introduction […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi September 2017 Interview
Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about some of the challenges the city is facing as he continues […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Former Lt. Gov. Stan Lundine Discusses Constitutional Convention
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with former New York Lt. Governor and former mayor of Jamestown Stan Lundine about the New York […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 38th Annual Jamestown Labor Day Festival is Sunday
JAMESTOWN – Mayor Sam Teresi and the Labor Day Festival Committee have announced that the 38th Annual Greater Jamestown Labor Day Festival will be held Sunday, September 3, 2017, from noon until 9 p.m. at […]
[LISTEN] Communiy Matters - Steven Cobb and Tina Chamberin Glenn from MHA Chautauqua County
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 24, 2017. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Steven Cobb from the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, and Tina Chamberlin Glenn, a local mother who recently […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Ian Eastmen from Evergreen Health Discusses Overdose Awareness Day
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Ian Eastman from Evergreen Health Services about International Overdose Awareness Day and a series of events scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 31 at […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jason Spain and Heather Lynn from Lynn Development
Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jason Spain and Heather Lynn from Lynn Development to learn more about the local development business […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Congress Rick Gallant of Painted Post
Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 10, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Rick Gallant, Corning-Painted Post educator, NYSUT representative, and candidate for Congress in the New York 23rd […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Lisa Hatch, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Lisa Hatch, the new executive director of the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi August 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample continues his mid-year conversation with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to get an update on several quality of life […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Rick Huber Offers Update on Drug Epidemic in Jamestown and Chautauqua Co.
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 27, 2017 WRFA public affairs director talks with Rick Huber, Director of New Program Development at the Mental Health Association in Jamestown NY, to get an […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chanda Lynn (Poetry of an Addict) Interview
Originally airing Thursday, July 27, 2017 MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Jamestown resident and addiction and recovery advocate Chanda Lynn stops by the WRFA studio to share her story and message with our listeners. Chanda […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - City Increases Effort to Address Zombie Properties
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE A new effort is underway in the city of Jamestown to identify all the zombie properties in the city and work toward addressing as many as possible before they fall […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - League of Women Voters Host Wind Farm Discussion
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE DUNKIRK – A panel discussion on local wind power, presented by the League of Women Voters on July 19 at JCC North Training and Conference Center, 10807 Bennett Road, Dunkirk. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi July 2017 Interview
Originally airing Thursday, July 13, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to get an update on several initiatives the city has been working […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Candidate for Congress Eddie Sundquist of Jamestown
Originally airing Thursday, July 13, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Eddie Sundquist, Jamestown attorney and candidate for Congress in the New York 23rd Congressional District. More […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Native Matt Prohaska
Originally airing Thursday, July 13, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Jamestown native Matt Prohaska (JHS ’88)shares details of his recent return trip to the city, including his impression of the city today, compared to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - James Rensel, Patrick McLaughlin and Todd Beckerink Discuss Annexation
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 29, 2017. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Falconer Mayor James Rensel, Ellicott Town Supervisor Patrick McLaughlin, Falconer School Board President Todd Beckerink, and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - JCC Professor Gregory Rabb Participates in 2017 Development Seminar on Palestine
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing June 22, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Community College political science professor Gregory Rabb to learn more about his recent trip to Palestine […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi June 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 15, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi, who offers his reaction to a public hearing that took place on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Save the Art Group Responds to Library's Plan to Auction Art Collection
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with a three local residents – Bill Locke, Robert Plyler, and Nancy Bargar – who are part of a larger group that supports […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Clerk Candidate LeeAnn Lazarony
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 8, 2017 WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talk with LeeAnn Lazarony, Democratic candidate for Chautauqua County Clerk in the 2017 Election, following her announcement to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters: 2017 Jamestown Public Market Opens Saturday
MOBILE APP USERS JAMESTOWN – Local food and produce will once again be sold in downtown Jamestown starting this weekend. On Saturday the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation will launch the newly rebranded farmers market, now called […]
[LISTEN] Infinity Students to Showcase Talent this Saturday at JHS
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Students from the Infinity Visual and Performing Arts Center have been working hard since October to prepare for this weekend’s annual Spring Showcase. Sponsored by the Shults Auto […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Ericka Garcia from G.A. Family Services Foster Care Program
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 11, 2017 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample interviews Ericka Garcia, Foster Care Program Manager for G.A. Family Services, and Edwin Rodriguez, Director of Marking and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Tina Scott and Tom Rankin from the James Prendergast Library
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 11, 2017 WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Prendergast Library executive director Tina Scott and board president Tom Rankin to get an update on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Residents Encouraged to Leave Food at Mailbox on May 13 for National Stamp Out Hunger Day
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 25th annual national food drive on Saturday, May 13. The Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive, the country’s largest […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Teresi Discusses Annexation, Street Projects, and Gives Update on Cost Saving Initiatives
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 4, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the effort by the city to annex a piece of property […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy April 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 27, 2017. John Jablonski and Lyle Hajdu from Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy stop by the WRFA Studio to update listeners on the organization’s events and initiatives for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Hope and Healing 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 27, 2017. Ian Eastman, Victoria Patti and Anne Rosenthal stop by the WRFA studio to talk about Hope & Healing for Chautauqua 2017, an event to […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Tory Irgang Discusses ESPRI and Community Input Meeting
JAMESTOWN – A community meeting on how to apply $1 million in state funding toward the fight against poverty is being hosted by the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County later this week. The community […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi April 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 20, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the cost of the recent rash of arsons that hit the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mary Hetrick Discusses 'Meet the Midwifes and Doula Night' on April 27
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 20, 2017 WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with local doula Mary Hetrick about the upcoming “Meet the Midwifes and Doula Night” scheduled for Thursday, April 27 at […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - George Borrello Discusses Campaign for County Executive
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 20, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County legislator and county executive candidate George Borrello (R-Hanover) about his recent announcement to run […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Victoria Patti from Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention
  MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 6, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Victoria Patti to get more details about the Glow Your Mind 5K run, sponsored by […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Carrie Rinehart and Victoria Patti from Court Appointed Special Advocates
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 6, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Carrie Rinehart and Victoria Patti from CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Chautauqua County, who remind […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jana McDermott Discusses April 29 Diamond Dinner Auction to Benefit CAP
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 30, 2017. WRFA talks with Jana McDermott (pictured) from Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County (CAP), who shares details about this very important organization and its […]
[LISTEN] St. Susan Center Welcome Spring Basket Fair
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE St. Susan Center is proud to announce their 14th Annual Welcome Spring Basket Fair!  Doors open at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 1st at the Jamestown Community College Physical Education Building […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Vince Horrigan March 2017
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 23, 2017 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Vince Horrigan, who is serving his final year as county executive, deciding not to run for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2017 Grow Jamestown Garden Fair and Home Show
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 16, 2017. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Chris Breen and Mary Maxwell from the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation to get more details about the 2017 Grow Jamestown […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Catholic Charities 2017 Appeal
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE The 2017 Annual Appeal for Catholic Charities of Western New York is now underway. On March 16 edition of Community Matters, WRFA’s Jason Sample talked with Maria Perez-Cruz, Catholic Charities’ […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Justin Hanft and Jehuu Caulcrick Discuss Stem Wars 2017
Originally airing Thursday, March 9, 2017 MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE NOTE: The event has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 22 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Education Coalition executive director […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi March 2017
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 9, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the 2017 winter meeting for the New York Conference of Mayors, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Rey Muniz III Discusses the Excelsior Scholarship Proposal
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 9, 2017. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County native and current University at Albany Director of Legislative Affairs Rey Muniz III about […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Rev. Luke Fodor and Jim Colby Discuss GreenUp Jamestown
Originally airing Thursday, March 2, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Rev. Luke Fodor and Jim Colby from St. Luke’s Episcopal Church about GreenUp Jamestown, a new […]
[LISTEN] City Official, LGBTQ Advocate Voices Concern Over Federal Policy Involving Trans Students
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Local and regional community members are voicing their disappointment with President Donald Trump’s decision to reverse an executive order by former president Barack Obama designed to protect transgender […]
[LISTEN] St. Luke’s to Host Community Shower for Alex House
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Rev. Luke Fodor about Alex House, a supported recovery house that will be opening in the city of Jamestown. A community shower is scheduled for […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Mark Potok from the Southern Poverty Law Center
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017. WRFA talks with Mark Potok from the Southern Poverty Law Center, based out of Montgomery, Ala., about its release of the 2016 Hate Map […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Public Schools Focuses on Trans Student Policy
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Feb. 16, 2017. The Jamestown Public Schools Board of Education in Jamestown NY is given details and information to consider in regards to establish policy for transgender students […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sam Teresi February 2017 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the Governor Andrew Cuomo’s proposed 2017-18 state budget and the impact […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Andy Goodell Discusses NYS Executive Budget
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 26, 2017. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with NYS Assemblyman Andy Goodell about the 2017-18 executive budget, offered by Gov. Andrew Cuomo earlier this […]
[LISTEN] State, Local Officials Welcome Bus Manufacturer to Jamestown
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Less than a year after it was initially announced, a new manufacturing facility is now up and running on Fluvanna Ave. in Jamestown. On Thursday Lt. Gov. Kathy […]
Community Matters - Andy O'Brien from UPMC Chautauqua WCA Discusses New Addiction Services
Originally airing Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE UPMC Chautauqua WCA Hospital’s Andy O’Brien discusses new services being offered by the hospital for residents battling addiction.
[LISTEN] Panel Discussion on Heroin Epidemic Draws Large Crowd Thursday Night
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – It was a packed house at the James Prendergast Library Thursday night as nearly 100 people showed up to attend a panel discussion on the heroin epidemic in […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Betsy Wright, UPMC Chautauqua WCA and Jim Fiorenzo, UPMC Hamot
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 22, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with UPMC Chautauqua WCA President/CEO Betsy Wright and UPMC Hamot CEO Jim Fiorenzo to learn more details […]
[LISTEN] Number of Residents Battling Addiction Continues to Increase in Chautauqua County
MOBILE APP USERS LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – The drug addiction crisis in Chautauqua County has yet to see a decline. That’s according to Rick Huber, who currently serves as CEO of the Mental Health Association […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sarah Tranum: Grandma Mabel's Chocolate Candy Kit
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County native Sarah Tranum about Grandma Mabel’s Chocolate Candy Kit. Sarah is a designer who […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Keeping Each Other Warm in Jamestown NY
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Georgeanna Guiffrida Culpepper and Audrey Ralston about the Keeping Each Other Warm in Jamestown, NY. Keeping […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Taylnn Kendall's Giving Mission
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 16, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs director Jason Sample talks with Tabby Raynor and Taylnn Kendall about Taylnn Kendall’s Giving Mission, a project started by Miss Taylnn […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Patrick Morris, Executive Director of CODE, Inc.
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Patrick Morris, executive director of CODE, Inc. about the agency’s effort to build a new housing […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: December 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 8, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the recent rash of shootings that have taken place in the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Resident Paul Leone Discusses Sheldon House Zoning Challenge
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Lakeview Ave. resident Paul Leone about his effort to challenge a decision by the Jamestown Zoning […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Resident Doug Champ
Originally airing Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016 WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with local resident and retired BPU administrator Doug Champ about concerns and challenges facing the city, and what he’d like to see […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Ruth Lundin from the Audubon Community Nature Center
Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. WRFA public affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Ruth Lundin, Executive Director of the Audubon Community Nature Center in Jamestown, NY.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Caleb Abrams Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Jamestown Community College alumnus Caleb Abrams (Class of ’12) talks with WRFA’s Jason Sample about his Nov. 21 presentation at Jamestown Community College. Abrams will talk about his involvement with […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Edwin Rodriguez and Kristy Kathman Discuss Downtown Holiday Events
Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Edwin Rodriguez and Kristy Kathman from Jamestown Up Close about the 2016 Downtown Jamestown Holiday Parade (taking place Friday, Dec. 2), […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention Interview - Nov. 17 2016
Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Victoria Patti and Ann Rosenthal from the Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention to learn more details about the current Cup of […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: November 2016 Interview
Originally airing Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016. WRFA’s Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to get an update on the 2017 Budget Process as well as the Board of Public Utilities budget process and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - LOWV Meet the Candidates Forum: Candidates for Congress
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE The Nov. 1, 2016 Meet the Candidates forum at Chautauqua Lake Central School, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County and the American Association of University Woman. […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - LOWV Meet the Candidates Forum: NY Assembly 150th District Candidates
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016 WRFA features the Oct. 25 Meet the Candidates forum at Jamestown Community College, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - LOWV Meet the Candidates Forum: County District Attorney
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016 WRFA features the Oct. 25 Meet the Candidates forum at Jamestown Community College, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - LOWV Meet the Candidates Forum: Family Court Judge Candidates
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016 WRFA features the Oct. 25 Meet the Candidates forum at Jamestown Community College, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Chautauqua County and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Helen Walther Discusses GENDA (Gender Expression Non Discrimination Act)
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Helen Walther, executive director of the Southern Tier Trans Network. Walther provides more details about the […]
[LISTEN] Teresi Presents 2017 Budget that Contains $878,000 Deficit
JAMESTOWN – Mayor Sam Teresi has released a 2017 budget that contains more than $878,000 more in spending than in revenue. On Tuesday afternoon Teresi presented his $35 million spending plan, which is $70,000 lower […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Lauren Theurkauf Discusses Charity Miles
Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Lauren Theurkauf about Charity Miles, a free iPhone/Android app that enables you to earn corporate sponsorships for charity whenever you walk, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: October 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi about the 2017 Jamestown City Budget, which the mayor will present on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - 2017 Chautauqua County Budget Presentation and Q&A
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016. Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan (R-Bemus Point) presents his 2017 executive budget to the Chautauqua County Legislature during its September meeting, Wednesday, Sept. 28. […]
[LISTEN] Alex Foulk Hockey Game, Celebration Set for Saturday at Northwest Arena
JAMESTOWN – Hockey games, a concert, a ceremony, and open skate are all events that will be taking place on Saturday at the Northwest Arena (formerly Jamestown Savings Bank Arena) as part of celebration and […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Congressional Candidate John Plumb Discusses Jobs Plan
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 22, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with John Plumb, Democratic Candidate for Congress, about his recently unveiled jobs plan. Plumb is a an […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - JPS Superintendent Tim Mains Discusses Small City Schools Lawsuit
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 23, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown School Superintendent Tim Mains about the recent decision by a State Supreme Court Judge involving […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Victoria Patti Discusses Out of the Darkness Walk
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 23, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Victoria Patti, co-chair of the Community Alliance for Suicide Prevention, to learn more about the Out […]
[LISTEN] Castelli Takes Over Cheese Manufacturing Plant in Ashville
ASHVILLE – A new company has taken over the cheese manufacturing plant in Ashville. As part of an economic development deal with the state and county, Castelli America is now operating the former Empire Specialty […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jason Perdue, Candidate for NY State Assembly
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 15, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Brocton, NY native Jason Perdue, who is running as the Democratic Candidate for the New York […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jeff Smith Talks Hunger Action Month, Oktobenefest
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Sept. 15, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jeff Smith from the St. Susan Center in Jamestown to learn more about Hunger Action Month across […]
[LOCAL] Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: September 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Sept. 8, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi and discusses the recently awarded $10 million New York State Downtown Revitalization […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Cornell Cooperative Extension's Chautauqua Grown Program
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s Agriculture Program is excited to announce the establishment of their new farm-to-table initiative, Chautauqua Grown. Chautauqua Grown is the source for all […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - International Overdose Awareness Day Forum at Chautauqua Mall
On Wednesday, Aug. 31, Evergreen Health Services held a forum at the Chautauqua Mall in Lakewood, NY as part of International Overdose Awareness Day. The event was intended to help raise awareness about drug overdoses […]
[LISTEN] CODE Executive Director Discusses National Award, Update on Park Development
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 25, 2016 WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Patrick Morris, executive director of CODE, Inc. about two awards CODE received from the National Association […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Amy Rohler Discusses Community Helping Hands Block Party
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016. Rev. Amy Rohler, executive director of the faith-based organization Community Helping Hands in Jamestown, talks with WRFA’s Jason Sample about the organization and the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: August 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016. Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi stops by WRFA for his August interview and discusses the recent announcement in state funding for local railroad infrastructure that […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown School Superintendent Tim Mains: July 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS Originally airing Thursday, July 29, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Public School Superintendent Tim Mains to get a review of the 2015-16 school year as well as […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Edwin Rodriguez from Jamestown Up Close Talks Pokemon Go
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 21, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talked with Edwin Rodriguez from Jamestown Up Close and the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation to get a better understanding […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - PoliSci Professor Greg Rabb Discusses Term Lengths
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 21, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Greg Rabb, political science professor at Jamestown Community College and also current president of the Jamestown […]
[LISTEN] WRFARadio Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: July 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, July 7, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi and get an update on the police consolidation proposal that has been […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan June 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 30, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample gets a mid-year report from Chautauqua County Executive Vince Horrigan. The two discuss economic development, budget challenges, updates […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - NY Assemblyman Andy Goodell Discusses the 2016 Legislative Session
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 23, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample invites NY Assemblyman Andy Goodell into the studio for an hour-long conversation on the New York State legislative […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chadakoin Brownfield Input Tour Set for Thursday, June 23
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Local residents will have another opportunity to guide the redevelopment of the Chadakoin River West Brownfield Opportunity Area area later this week. The Chadakoin River West BOA covers […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Prendergast Library Meeting - June 16, 2016
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE The Jamestown Prendergast Library board of trustees held its monthly meeting on Thursday, June 16, 2016 and board president Tom Rankin spent a few minutes updating the public on how […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Greg Rabb Discusses Orlando Mass Shooting
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 16, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown City Council President Gregory Rabb, the only openly gay elected official in Western New York, […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Tina Scott from the James Prendergast Library
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 9, 2016 on Community Matters. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Tina Scott, Executive Director of the James Prendergast Library in Jamestown NY after […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: June 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 9, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi to learn more about a $10,000,000 state competitive economic development grant the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Tom Reed Discusses Salvation Army Anew Center
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally Airing Thursday June 9, 2016. Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23)was in Jamestown Friday, June 3 2016 to meet with representatives from the Salvation Army Anew Center at the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy June 2016 Interview
Originally airing on Thursday, June 2, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with John Jablonski, Jonathan Townsend, and Jennifer Maguder from the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy about current CWC activities and impacts of extreme […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - WCA Director of Chemical Dependency Andy O'Brien
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 26, 2016 WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Andy O’Brien, WCA Hospital Director of Chemical Dependency, about the current heroin and opioid addiction treatment […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Rick Huber from Mental Health Association, May 2016
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 26, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Rick Huber, CEO of the Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, to get an update on […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Julie Davidson from WCA Discusses High Blood Pressure
Originally airing Thursday, May 19, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample discusses high blood pressure with Julie Davidson from WCA Hospital as part of High Blood Pressure Awareness Month.
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Several Events Set for Hope & Healing Week in Chautauqua County
JAMESTOWN – A group of local healthcare organizations are partnering together to present a week-long series of events and activities geared toward raising awareness of and fighting substance abuse in the community. WRFA public affairs […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - City Council Discussion on Sheldon House
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 19, 2016. A report on Community Matters involving a discussion during the May 16 work session meeting of the Jamestown City Council with public comment from […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Randy Anderson from the Chautauqua Sports Hall Of Fame
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 12, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Randy Anderson from the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame to learn more about a new endowment […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Legal Assistance of Western New York
Originally airing Thursday, May 5, 2016. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA Intern Miranda Olson interviews Patrick Slagle and Lynn Hartley from Legal Assistance of Western New York to learn more about the services provided […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Tim Walter and Tory Irgang Discuss Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive
Originally airing Thursday, May 12, 2016 MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Tim Walters (US Post Office Letter Carrier) and Tory Irgang (United Way of Southern Chautauqua County) […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Anna Smeragliuolo Discusses the Mind Me Project
Originally airing Thursday, May 5, 2016. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Anna Smeragliuolo about the MindMe mobile app project. The MindMe app is a groundbreaking therapist-led mental […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: May 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, May 5, 2016 Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi talks with WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample and gives his thoughts on a proposed $850,000 funding initiative for the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Hannah Braun with the Chautauqua County Humane Society
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 21, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Hannah Braun with the Chautauqua County Humane Society about several events and initiatives underway, including the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Pat Morris from CODE Discusses the Fair Housing Act
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 21, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Patrick Morris from CODE (Citizen’s Opportunity for Development and Equality, Inc.) to learn more about the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua Lake Dragon Boat Race & Festival
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 14, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Heather Nolan from Chautauqua Lake Association and Joe Gerace Sr., board member of the CHQ Lake […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County BOE Commissioner Discusses 2016 Presidential Primary
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA Public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Board of Elections Commissioner Norman Green on Wednesday, April 20 to get details on voter turnout for the 2016 Presidential […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - James Prendergast Library Funding Initiative
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 14, 2016 Prendergast Library executive director Tina Scott and board president Tom Rankin stop by the WRFA studio to answer questions and provide more information regarding […]
[LISTEN] Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care Hosts Open House on Monday, April 18
MOBILE APP USERS: CLICK HERE LAKEWOOD – Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care will hold an open house Monday at its Lakewood Office to answer questions about advance care planning and assist individuals with the completion […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Kerri Brown Discusses Bellevue University
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 7, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Kerri Brown, Community College Outreach Manager for Bellevue University, to learn more about the online course […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jana McDermott from CAP of Chautauqua County
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 7, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Jana McDermott, executive director of Child Advocacy Program of Chautauqua County. April is Child Abuse Prevention […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi: April 2016 Interview
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, April 7, 2016 Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi talks with WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample about the 2016-17 New York State budget and its impact on the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Increasing Age to Purchase Tobacco in Chautauqua County
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on Thursday, March 31, 2016. RELATED: Legislature Tables Local Law to Increase Legal Age for Buying Tobacco WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample provides a recap on the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Interview with CODE Executive Director Pat Morris
Originally airing Thursday, March 24, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with CODE executive director Pat Morris about several developments that are in the works, including the Jackson Spring housing development on the […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Catherine Young in Jamestown NY: March 10, 2016
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing on WRFA on Thursday, Oct. 17 New York Senator Catherine Young (R-Olean, 51st Senate District) was in Jamestown on March 10, 2016 as part of a meet and […]
[LISTEN] 2016 Grow Jamestown Garden Fair & Home Show is Saturday, April 2
JAMESTOWN -Originally airing Thursday, March 10. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Edwin Rodriguez and Mary Maxwell from the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation and the Jamestown Up Close about the 2016 Grow Jamestown Garden […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Todd Tranum from Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce
WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with Todd Tranum, executive director of the Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce / Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier. Tranum talks about some of the services the chamber […]
[LISTEN] Local Residents Organize Informational Event Focused on Drug Addiction
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE JAMESTOWN – Two area residents who’ve personally been affected by the current drug epidemic are holding an event this weekend to help raise awareness about the problem and the current […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Dream It, Do It STEM Wars 2016
MOBILE USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, March 3, 2016 WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with the organizers behind STEM Wars 2016, taking place Thursday, March 17 2016. In the studio are Justin […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Sean Hanus Discusses Strider Night Live
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason talks with Sean Hanus from Chautauqua Striders about the upcoming Striders Night Live event, taking place Friday, March 4th […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Chautauqua County Water Resource Specialist Bill Boria
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 25, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Water Resource Specialist Bill Boria about water quality in Chautauqua County, along with how […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - Jeannie Danna Discusses Environmental Hub
Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with local resident and community activist Jeannie Danna about Environmental Hub, a social media group she created to help raise awareness about […]
[LISTEN] Community Matters - John Plumb, Candidate for Congress
Originally airing Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016. MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample welcomes congressional candidate John Plumb, a native of Randolph, NY, into the studio. Plumb, who’s running as a […]