The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County held a block party to kick off its annual campaign Thursday. The goal for this year is $1.3 million dollars. Executive Director Amy Rohler said they have a new way for people to donate this year, "Text … [Read more...]
Hot Spot Cafe Awarded ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ Award by JCC SBDC
The Hot Spot Cafe has been recognized with an "Entrepreneur of the Year" award by the Small Business Development Center at Jamestown Community College. SBDC Director Courtney Curatolo said owner Hector Alverio worked with the SBDC on his plans to … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Infinity Holding Local Music Showcase and Art Market on Saturday
WRFARadio · Arts on Fire - Stephanie Rodgers Discusses Infinity Local Music Showcase and Art Market Infinity Visual and Performing Arts will host their Annual Local Music Showcase and Art Market tomorrow from 12pm to 8pm at Basil and Bones … [Read more...]
Hospitalizations Doubled, 87 New Cases of COVID-19 for Wednesday, September 8th
Hospitalizations doubled to 24 and there were 87 new cases of COVID-19 reported for Wednesday, September 8th in Chautauqua County. There have been 1,133 new cases since August 1st. According to the most recent numbers from the county's COVID-19 … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – September 9, 2021
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 SEP 09 … [Read more...]
Jamestown Reverend Dennis Mende Has Died
Long-time local religious leader, Father Dennis Mende, died Wednesday night in Jamestown. Father Mende was a Roman Catholic priest for over 37 years, with over 20 of those years at Holy Apostles Church in Jamestown. He had recently been given the … [Read more...]
County Legislature Will Act on 41 Projects to Be Funded by $24.6 Million in American Rescue Plan Monies
The Chautauqua County Legislature will act this month on 41 proposed projects that will be funded under $24.6 million in American Rescue Plan recovery funds. The Legislature held a special work session Wednesday to learn more about each … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Receive $240,000 for Strong Starts Chautauqua Initiative
Jamestown Public Schools have received a $240,000 grant from the Highmark Blue Cross-Blue Shield Blue Fund as part of the Strong Starts Chautauqua Initiative. The grant is in support of the initiative’s work in fostering children’s health, well … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation To Make New Cars Zero-Emissions By 2035
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation to make all new passenger cars and trucks sold in New York State zero-emissions by 2035. In addition, the Governor directed the Department of Environmental Conservation to release a proposed regulation … [Read more...]
County Executive Wendel Appoints Carmelo Hernandez as New Mental Hygiene Director
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has announced he has appointed Carmelo Hernandez as the new Director of Community Mental Hygiene Services for the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene. Hernandez began his position on September 7th. … [Read more...]
