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Christmas Tree Arrives at Tracy Plaza

November 9, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The City of Jamestown's Christmas tree arrived on Tracy Plaza Tuesday morning. The 40-foot tall Norway Spruce Tree was donated by the New Hope Community Church from their yard at 40 City View Avenue. Park Crews will decorate the tree with over … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration, Christmas Tree, City of Jamestown, New Hope Community Church

NYS Governor, 23rd Congressional Seat Up For Election on November 8

November 8, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Today is election day. Governor Kathy Hochul is attempting to secure a full four-year term on the Democratic and Working Families line against Republican and Conservative endorsed candidate Lee Zeldin. Zeldin currently is the 1st Congressional … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2020 Census, 2022 Elections, 23rd Congressional District, Alison Esposito, Andrew Cuomo, Andy Goodell, Antonio Delgado, Barbara Colt, Bill Reynolds, Chautauqua County Legislature, Chautauqua County Sheriff, Chuck Schumer, Craig Hannah, Dan Brown, Diane Sare, Doug Lawson, George Borrello, Gerald Greenan III, Grant Olson, Jaime Gustafson, Jamestown City Council, Jim Quattrone, Joe Pinion, Joe Sempolinski, John Penhollow, Joseph Lorigo, Kathy Hochul, Kelly Vacco, Ken Lawton, Lee Zeldin, Letitia James, Mark Odell, Max Della Pia, Michael Henry, New York State Legislature, Nick Langworthy, Paul Rodriguez, Sandra Lewis, Shannon Heneghan, State Supreme Court Justice, Thomas DiNapoli, Tom Reed

Over 9,000 Residents Have Already Voted in Chautauqua County

November 8, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Over 9,000 voters have already cast their ballots in Chautauqua County. Chautauqua County Board of Elections Commissioners Luz Torres and Brian Abram said 7,064 voters took part in early voting during the nine-day span. This is the second highest … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2022 Elections, Absentee Ballot, Brian Abram, Chautauqua County Board of Elections, Early Voting, Luz Torres

Jamestown Police Chief Concerned About Cuts to Budget

November 8, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Police Chief has concerns over cuts or under-funding of several areas of the department's budget. Chief Tim Jackson, presenting to City Council, said training and instruction was only funded with $30,000 when $60,000 was requested. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2023 City Budget, Fenton History Center, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Department of Development, Jamestown Fire Department, Jamestown Police Department, Jeff Russell, Kim Ecklund, Matt Coon, Patrick Monaghan, SWAT team, Tim Jackson

Large Amount of Fentanyl Seized in Search, Falconer Man Arrested

November 8, 2022 By WRFA Radio 3 Comments

An investigation into a large scale fentanyl distribution ring resulted in several raids and the arrest of a Falconer man. Jamestown Police said that members of the Jamestown Metro Drug Task Force and Chautauqua County Sheriff's Narcotics … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Alex Johnson, Chautauqua County Sheriff's Narcotics Investigators, fentanyl, Jamestown Metro Drug Task Force, Jamestown Police

Two Illegal Cannabis Dispensaries Shut Down in Jamestown

November 7, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Two illegal cannabis dispensaries were shut down in the city of Jamestown Friday. The businesses were located at 214 Fairmount Avenue and 29 North Main Street. Mayor Eddie Sundquist said in a release that the businesses had not received … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: cannabis, cannabis dispensaries, City of Jamestown, Eddie Sundquist, Jamestown Department of Development, New York State Office of Cannabis Management

Phase 2 of Westside Sewer Extension Awarded $6 Million from NYS

November 7, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Phase Two of the Westside Sewer Extension project has been awarded $6 million in Water Infrastructure Improvement Grants from New York State. The funding is coming from the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation and is part of $300 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Kathy Hochul, New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation, New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation Board of Directors, North Chautauqua Lake Sewer District, Pomfret, South and Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer Districts, Stow, Town of Chautauqua, Town of Hanover, Town of North Harmony, Village of Westfield, Westside Sewer Extension project

Jamestown City Council to Hear Police, Fire Budget Presentations; Review Video-Conferencing Law

November 7, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

American Rescue Plan funded projects related to housing and funds for non-profits are back on the Jamestown City Council work session agenda for tonight. Council also will review a local law that authorizes the use of video-conferencing for public … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2023 City Budget, American Rescue Plan, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Department of Public Works, Jamestown Fire Department, Jamestown Police Department, Veterans Day

Several Floors of Hall R. Clothier Building in Mayville to Remain Closed this Week

November 7, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Several floors of the Hall R. Clothier Building in Mayville will remain closed all this week due to water damage caused by a water line break. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said the second, third, and fourth floors of the building continue … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Board of Elections, Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services, Chautauqua County Department of Motor Vehicles, Chautauqua County Government, Chautauqua County Office for Aging Services, Chautauqua County Public Defenders Office, Hall R. Clothier Building, PJ Wendel

Jamestown Public Schools Announces Inclement Weather Procedures

November 7, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown Public Schools has announced procedures for school closures and delays when it comes to bad weather. Delays or closures will be announced on area radio and television stations, as well as posted to JPS' Facebook Page and JPS' Twitter … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Public Schools

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