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UPMC Chautauqua Receives Over $29 Million In State Funding

February 16, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

UPMC Chautauqua and The Chautauqua Center are receiving funding through the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation Program. UPMC will receive $29,841,205 for capital improvements to expand and consolidate surgical services. TCC will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Dormitory Authority of the state of New York, New York State Department of Health, The Chautauqua Center, UPMC Chautauqua

2023 Mayville Winter Festival Kicks Off February 17

February 16, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The 2023 Mayville Winter Festival kicks off this Friday at Lakeside Park in Mayville. While snow is lacking this year, plenty of activities are scheduled including carriage rides, a chili cook-off, indoor children's activities, a 5K run, as well … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Mayville Lakeside Park, Mayville Winter Festival

Chautauqua Hospice’s Annual Gala, ‘Wild 80s,’ Takes Place February 18

February 16, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care's Annual Gala takes place this Saturday, February 18. The Gala, themed "Wild 80's," will take place at the Chautauqua Suites in Mayville. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and tickets can be purchased online at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua Hospice and Palliative Care, Star Hospice House

One Person Injured in Fire at The Bullfrog

February 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

One person suffered injuries in a fire at The Bullfrog Hotel in Jamestown. The Jamestown Fire Department was called out for a structure fire at 1414 East Second Street just after 8:00 a.m. Tuesday morning. Crews found heavy smoke conditions on the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Fire Department, The Bullfrog Hotel

Jamestown School Board Approves Participation in Bus Stop Arm Enforcement Program

February 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown School Board has approved participating in a school Bus Stop Arm Enforcement Program. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said school buses would be equipped with stop arm cameras, "Meaning, when the stop sign goes out on the side of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Bus Stop Arm Enforcement Program, BusPatrol, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Police Department, Jamestown Public Schools, Jamestown School Board, Kevin Whitaker

NYCOM Not On Board With Hochul’s Housing Compact

February 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The New York Conference of Mayors isn't on board with Governor Hochul's housing proposal in her state budget. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist said while NYCOM agrees there is a huge need for new housing across the state, they're not supportive of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Aid and Incentives to Municipalities, Department of Homeland Security, Eddie Sundquist, Kathy Hochul, migrant, New York Conference of Mayors, Social Security Administration, United Way of Southern Chautauqua County, White House Intergovernmental office

State Senate Republicans Unveil Proposal for ‘More Affordable New York’

February 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Members of the State Senate Republican Conference have unveiled a proposal for "A More Affordable New York." This is one of several initiatives being proposed as part of the conference’s "Rescue New York Agenda." The Conference specifically … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: George Borrello, Medicaid, New York State Budget, State Senate Republican Conference, Unemployment Insurance, Unemployment Insurance Solvency Reserve Fund, Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund

Jackson Day Event Features Hon. Benes Aldana in Warren

February 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Robert H. Jackson Day event at the Warren County Courthouse will focus on "Trust the System? Overcoming the Underminers." The Honorable Benes Z. Aldana, President of The National Judicial College, will be the keynote speaker. He will explore the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Benes Z. Aldana, Jackson Day, Robert H. Jackson, The National Judicial College

Crime Up 3.5% in Jamestown for 2022

February 14, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Crimes involving a firearm increased over 30% with overall crime increasing 3.5% in the City of Jamestown in 2022. The 2022  was released on the city's website, jamestownny.gov. Jamestown Police Chief Tim Jackson said while crime is up, it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: GIVE Program, Jamestown Fire Department, Jamestown Police Department, Matt Coon, Public Safety Report, Tim Jackson

Jamestown Starts Process to Update Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code

February 14, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The City of Jamestown has started the process to update the City's Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code. Director of Development Crystal Surdyk said the New York State Department of State has to review and approve the city's request for proposal to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Brent Sheldon, Chautauqua County Land Bank, City Council Housing Committee, City of Jamestown, City of Jamestown Comprehensive Plan, Crystal Surdyk, Jamestown Police Department, Marie Carrubba, New York State Department of State, Tony Dolce, zoning code

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