MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Friday, July 28, 2017. WRFA's Jason Sample talks with the members from Karate Sleepover to learn more about the improv group, discuss stand up comedy, and share details of their Aug. 5 show at The … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Conor McGibboney Talks Nameless Comedy and the 2017 Lucille Ball Comedy Fest
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Friday, July 28, 2017. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Conor McGibboney from the Forum in Jamestown to learn more about Nameless Comedy's slate of events for the 2017 Lucille … [Read more...]
Following Stalled Repeal Effort, Reed’s Problem Solvers Caucus Announces Proposal to Update Obamacare
WASHINGTON - A coalition of House Republicans and Democrats have agreed to a proposal to update the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. The Problem Solvers caucus - co-chaired by local Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY-23) and Josh … [Read more...]
Reed Responds to Trump’s Comments Urging ‘Upper’ New York Residents to Seek Better Prospects Elsewhere
WASHINGTON - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) says he doesn’t agree with recent statements made by President Donald Trump, suggesting Upstate New Yorkers move elsewhere for better job prospects and not worry about their homes. But, the corning … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Media Conference Call – Congressman Tom Reed: July 31 2017
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE A conference call with Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) and regional media representatives. Held Monday afternoon, July 31, 2017. In this week's conference call Rep. Reed discusses the Problem Solvers' … [Read more...]
Council Tables Street Abandonment Resolution Following Public Hearing
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council will wait to act on abandoning a street on the south side of town until after it drafts a letter of understanding stating it will address drainage and other issues in that area. During Monday’s city council … [Read more...]
City Council Approves 2017 CDBG and Home Program Action Plan, Totaling $2 Million
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council Monday night did approve a resolution to finalize it’s allocation plan for funding from the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Program. City Development Director Vince DeJoy says an … [Read more...]
Hispanic Community Council Representatives to Have Increased Presence at City Council Meetings
JAMESTOWN - Attendance at Jamestown City Council meetings will likely see increased numbers in the future. During Monday’s meeting a contingent of community members from the Hispanic Community Council were on hand to attend the city council … [Read more...]
[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 update on drug use and … [Read more...]
Lakewood Man Charged in Motorcycle Chase with Police
WEST ELLICOTT - A Lakewood man was sent to the county jail early Sunday morning after leading police on a high speed chase on Fairmount Ave. According to a report from the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s office, deputies observed a motorcycle … [Read more...]
