Federal prosecutors are looking into the finances and financial disclosures of Republican Congressman-elect George Santos after he admitted to fabricating significant parts of his resume. The federal probe marks a potentially serious turn for … [Read more...]
NYS’ Minimum Wage Goes Up Saturday, December 31
New York State's minimum wage goes up this Saturday, December 31. Workers outside of New York City, Long Island, and Westchester County will see an increase by $1.00 per hour, from $13.20 to $14.20. Additionally, the minimum wage for home care … [Read more...]
End of Year, New Year’s Day Hikes Planned in WNY
Several hikes are planned for the end of the year and start of the New Year around Western New York. The Audubon Community Nature Center will hold a guided winter hike from 10:30 a.m. until noon on Saturday, December 31. The hike will give … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] YWCA Jamestown’s Broadscast: Ep 14 – Workers Rights And Equitable Pay In NYS
YWCA Jamestown’s Broadscast features members of the local YWCA Jamestown team – Hillary Belin, Indo Quinones, Alize Scott, and Cienna Simon – discussing a variety of issues and topics with various guests from the Jamestown and Chautauqua … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Author and Professor Christina Jarvis – December 30, 2022
Author and SUNY Fredonia Professor Christina Jarvis joined WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss her new book on Kurt Vonnegut's Planetary Citizenship called "Lucky Mud and Other Foma", teaching a class on Vonnegut, how creativity strikes … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – December 29, 2022
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 DEC 29 … [Read more...]
Senior Citizen Injured in Home Invasion Robbery in Jamestown, Five Arrested
A senior citizen was injured in a home invasion in the city of Jamestown that resulted in the arrest of five people. Jamestown Police say two people broke into a city residence early Monday evening, tied up a 73-year old woman to a chair, held her … [Read more...]
Congressman-Elect Nick Langworthy Holds Ceremonial Swearing-In Event at Pine Valley Central School
Congressman-Elect Nick Langworthy returned to his alma mater of Pine Valley Central School for a ceremonial swearing in event Wednesday evening. Langworthy stood with his young daughter, Madeline, as Chautauqua County Court Judge Dave Foley led … [Read more...]
Rep. Sempolinski Reflects on Highlights of His Tenure in Congress
Representative Joe Sempolinski is looking back at the highlights of his four-month tenure in Congress. Sempolinski has represented the 23rd Congressional District following a special election in August. He replaced Tom Reed who had resigned. He … [Read more...]
Lily Dale Assembly Historic District Receive NYS Historic Preservation Award
The Lily Dale Assembly Historic District in Cassadaga has been recognized with a 2022 New York State Historic Preservation Award. Governor Kathy Hochul said in a statement, "Preserving notable landmarks across New York allows us to celebrate our … [Read more...]
