JAMESTOWN - Saturday will be the 48th Earth Day. The global occasion is now recognized in more than 193 countries, and events are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. EARTH DAY AT THE AUDUBON Audubon Community Nature Center … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2017
Jamestown Man Sentenced to Six Months in Prison on Federal Gun Possession Charges
BUFFALO - A Jamestown man facing federal charges related to unlawful gun possession has been sentenced to six months in prison. Acting U.S. Attorney James P. Kennedy announced Thursday that 45 year-old Raymond VanBuskirk was sentenced after being … [Read more...]
Investigation Continues into Ambulance Crash that Led to Death of Dunkirk Man
DUNKIRK - The Post-Journal is reporting that the ambulance driver who was operating an ambulance when it veered off the road and crashed – resulting in the death of a patient – has not received any criminal charges related to the incident, though the … [Read more...]
Sinclairville Man Jailed on Burglary Charges
SINCLAIRVILLE - A Sinclairville man was sent to the Chautauqua County jail last night on $30,000 bail following a burglary investigation. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to a report of a burglary at about 4pm … [Read more...]
Candidate Petitions for Jamestown School Board Due April 26
JAMESTOWN - Petitions for the 2017 Jamestown School Board Elections are due to the District Clerk on by next Wednesday, April 26 by 5 p.m. at 197 Martin Road. Official petitions can also be picked up at the district office by any resident in the … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown for April 20 2017
The WRFA Rock n’ Roll Rundown is presented Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons and brought to you through the support of the Arthur R. Gren Company in Jamestown, NY. THU APR 20 Smackdab and Cold Lazarus - Mojos - Jamestown JCC Student … [Read more...]
Schumer Visits Southern Tier Distillery, Calls on USDA to Expand Crop Insurance Program
LAKEWOOD - U.S. Senator Charles Schumer (D-New York) was in Chautauqua County Wednesday to raise awareness for the need to expand federally subsidized crop insurance for a group of farmers in New York. The four-term Senator and current Minority … [Read more...]
Borrello Announces Candidacy for Chautauqua County Executive
SILVER CREEK - A four-term member of the Chautauqua County Legislature is announcing his candidacy for Chautauqua County Executive. On Wednesday afternoon George Borrello (R-Irving) announced his intention to run for the office of county executive … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Back Room Radio Hour Ep 26 – Company Townes and Amanda Barton
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Trinity Guitars' Back Room Radio Hour Episode 26 featuring Company Townes and Amanda Barton, recorded Thursday, April 13, 2017. About Trinity Guitars' Back Room Radio Hour: A live music radio show recorded … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Approves $85 Million Budget, Goes to Public Vote on May 16
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown School Board has approved an $85 million budget for the 2017-18 school year. There is no tax increase for the 2017-18 budget. The board took action on the spending plan after a lengthy review and discussion during … [Read more...]