Proposed legislation in the State Senate would expand the scope of Kendra's Law and broaden the standard for involuntary hospitalization of the most severely mentally ill. State Senator George Borrello is co-sponsoring the legislation with … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County’s Mobile Crisis Unit is Up and Running
The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene's new Mobile Crisis Unit is now up and running in the County. The Mobile Crisis Unit is a part of the forensics team that also includes the Mobile Transition Team and Peer Support. County … [Read more...]
JHS After Graduation Committee Holds Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
A Chicken Dinner fundraiser for the Jamestown High School After Graduation Party will take place this Thursday. The Jamestown High School After Graduation will host the dinner in front of the high school Thursday, March 31 from 3:30 to 6:00 … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Promises ‘More Is To Come’ After Approving Over $2 Million in ARP Projects
Jamestown City Council members promised "more is to come" after approving over $2 million in American Rescue Plan funded projects Monday night. While Council members Regina Brackman and Andrew Faulkner voted no, all other council members approved … [Read more...]
City Council Approves Reapportionment Commission Appointments
The appointments for the City's Reapportionment Commission have been set. Jamestown City Council approved the mayoral appointments of Ellen Ditonto, Alyssa Porter, and Billy Torres to the commission. Jim Walton will represent the Democratic Party, … [Read more...]
U.S. Marshalls Looking in Western New York for Missing Child
The United States Marshals Service in the Western District of New York is looking for a missing child that was taken from West Virginia. U.S. Marshals said 11-month-old Iris Chidester has been missing since February 15. She was taken by her … [Read more...]
$1.4 Billion Deal Announced for New Buffalo Bills Stadium in Orchard Park
A $1.4 billion deal has been announced for a new Buffalo Bills stadium in Orchard Park. The agreement between New York State, Erie County and the NFL's Buffalo Bills franchise includes a 30-year commitment for the Bills to remain in Buffalo. NFL … [Read more...]
Robert H. Jackson Center Presents on the Legacy of ‘The Federal Prosecutor’ April 1
The Robert H. Jackson Center will present the legacy of “The Federal Prosecutor” on Friday, April 1 Jackson Center President Kristan McMahon said the Continuing Legal Education series will begin at 9:00 a.m., April 1. U.S. Attorney for the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Author William McKeever Discusses His Book “Secret Places of Western New York”
WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks with author William McKeever, who recently wrote his first book "Secret Places of Western New York: 25 Scenic Hikes" with wife Jennifer Hillman Anthony and Bill discuss writing your first book, the influence of … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council to Vote on Over $2.2 Million in American Rescue Plan Funded Projects
Over $2.2 million in American Rescue Plan funded projects are on the voting agenda for tonight's Jamestown City Council meeting. Under new business, Council will vote on a resolution using ARP funds to establish a Roof, Private Sewer Lateral, … [Read more...]
