YWCA Jamestown’s Broadscast features members of the local YWCA Jamestown team discussing a variety of issues and topics with various guests from the Jamestown and Chautauqua Region. On this episode, the Y's staff discuss the topic of … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] 2023 Jamestown Mayoral Debate – October 12, 2023
A debate for the candidates for Mayor of Jamestown featuring incumbent Democrat Eddie Sundquist and Republican and City Council Member at Large Kim Ecklund. The event took place October 12, 2023. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy – October 12, 2023
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley speaks with the Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Conservation Director Twan Leenders to get an update on the restoration work the CWC is doing on the Chadakoin River. … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces Plans To Increase Supports For People With Mental Illnesses
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced that the state plans to increase efforts in supporting treatments for people with mental illnesses. Funding for this effort comes from $1 billion dollars approved in the 2024 State Budget for mental health … [Read more...]
WNY Land Conservancy Receives Grant For Conservation Easements In Cattaraugus County
The Western New York Land Conservancy has received funding to purchase conservation easements for property that lines the headwaters of the Allegheny River. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos announced grants … [Read more...]
Community Clothing Swap To Be Held Saturday, Oct. 14
A community clothing swap will be held at St. Luke's Episcopal Church this Saturday, October 14. Kara Bemis, who runs the "Sustainable Jamestown" Facebook page, has held the event a number of times in recent years. She said anyone is welcome to … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Opportunities’ CEO Named To CAPLAW Board of Directors
Chautauqua Opportunities' CEO has been named to the board of the directors for Community Action Program Legal Services, Inc. CAPLAW is a nationwide organization based in Boston, MA. Their mission is to strengthen the legal and management capacity … [Read more...]
NYS Office of Mental Health Awards $1 Million To Review Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program
The New York State Office of Mental Health has awarded $1 million to the Human Services Research Institute to conduct an extensive two-year review of its Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program. This program was created following the passage of … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – October 12, 2023
THE WRFA ROCK AND ROLL RUNDOWN A listing of live entertainment events happening in the greater Jamestown area. Have an event you want us to know about? Use the contact page on our website or send an email to WRFA @ RegLenna.com. THU OCT 12 … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Has A New Policy For Animals on School Grounds
Jamestown Public Schools have a new animal policy when it comes to school grounds. The Jamestown School Board passed an update to the policy at its meeting Tuesday night. Board President Paul Abbott said he's pleased with how the policy was … [Read more...]
