JAMESTOWN - Jamestown city Democrats have announced their slate of candidates for the 2021 local elections. In addition, two incumbent Democrats - Tamu Graham-Reinhardt from the Jamestown City Council and Chuck Nazzaro from the Chautauqua County … [Read more...]
Governor Announces Removal of 11 p.m. Curfews for some Businesses, Starting April 5
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo Wednesday updated New Yorkers on the state's progress during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. On March 22, indoor fitness classes can begin reopening statewide at 33 percent capacity with health screening and contact … [Read more...]
County Reports 127 Active COVID Cases for Tuesday, March 16
MAYVILLE - The number of Active COVID-19 cases in Chautauqua County was 127 as of Tuesday. That's an increase of 11 over Monday. Health officials on Wednesday also said 12 new cases were confirmed for Tuesday. There are currently 10 people with … [Read more...]
State Vaccination Czar Accused of Discussing Political Support for Cuomo During Calls with Democratic County Leaders
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo's office is finding itself in additional hot water this week after it was learned over the weekend that a former member of his staff had requested Democratic county executives to voice their support for the embattled … [Read more...]
Wedding Receptions Can Resume Statewide
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Monday that wedding receptions and catered events can now resume statewide. All venues hosting weddings and catered events must follow the State's strict health and safety protocols. The governor's … [Read more...]
County Reports 140th COVID-19 Death over Weekend
MAYVILLE - The number of Active COVID-19 cases in the county was 125 as of Sunday. Chautauqua County Health officials on Monday said 59 new cases were confirmed from Friday through Sunday in addition to one new virus-related death. There's now … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Dennis Drew Reflects on His Time at WRFA – March 12, 2021
WRFA General Manager Dennis Drew has been the leader of WRFA since it first took the airwaves on Sept. 13, 2004. Throughout the years, he's worked tirelessly to make WRFA a reliable source for Arts, Education, Entertainment and local Public Affairs. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – NY Assemblyman Andy Goodell: March 11, 2021
We discuss news out of Albany with Assemblyman Andy Goodell (R-Ellicott), who shares his thoughts on the ongoing sexual harassment allegations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo, the COVID-19 vaccination effort, and his thoughts on the State Budget process. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Linnea Carlson Discusses the 2021 Grow Jamestown Garden Fair
WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Linnea Carlson, Manager of the Jamestown Public Market, who gives us details about 2021 Virtual Grow Jamestown Garden Fair, coming up later this month on March 27. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Congressman Tom Reed – March 11, 2021 Conference Call
Congressman Tom Reed talks with regional media during his weekly conference call. During his call, he discusses and fields questions about the $1.9 Trillion American Rescue Plan COVID stimulus bill, along with other topics as well. … [Read more...]
