JAMESTOWN - Two Buffalo men and alleged gang members have been arrested in Jamestown in connection with an investigation into Buffalo-area gang activity and parole violations. The Jamestown Police Department says 26-year-old Earl Stone and … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Chris Lee of Desecrator, We Speak Canadian
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Friday, January 18, 2019. WRFA's Jason Sample talks with local musician Chris Lee about his music and bands Desecrator and We Speak Canadian, plus plays a few tracks from Desecrator's album "Die … [Read more...]
State Lawmakers Update, Expand Abortion Rights for Women
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo, flanked by Democratic leaders of the state Legislature, on Tuesday night signed into law the Reproductive Health Act - a series of measures codifying abortion protections and expanding reproductive health rights for … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Superintendent, Board President Disappointed with Governor’s 2019-20 State Aid Proposal
JAMESTOWN - Officials with Jamestown Public Schools received the first piece of the puzzle for putting together next year's 2019-20 school budget when School Superintendent Brett Apthorpe shared details of the governor's school aid proposal with the … [Read more...]
Freezing Rain and Ice Leads to Local Cancellations and Delays
JAMESTOWN - The National Weather Service in Buffalo issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Western New York, including Chautauqua County, until late morning Wednesday due to the potential of freezing rain and icy conditions across the region. As a … [Read more...]
United Way Surpasses Campaign Goal by More than $10,000
JAMESTOWN - Officials and supporters of the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County celebrated the completion of a successful campaign last night at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts. Themed “United We Fight, United We Win,” United Way Executive … [Read more...]
Governor Proposes $60 Million Cut in State Aid to Town Governments, Offers Share of $350 Million of Internet Sales Tax Revenue
ALBANY - Towns around New York state are objecting to a budget proposal from Gov. Andrew Cuomo that would cut nearly $60 million in funding to local governments. The New York State Association of Towns on Friday called the cut "disrespectful" and … [Read more...]
Jamestown Police Recover Hand Gun Following Menacing Incident
JAMESTOWN - An 18-year-old was arrested Friday on menacing and weapons charges. Jamestown Police were called to the area of McKinley Avenue and Charles Street around 9:41 a.m. Friday morning after a report of a person threatening another person … [Read more...]
Ohio Man Charged After Leading Police on Chase Through Wooded Area
BUSTI - A Dayton Ohio man who was a fugitive from justice is now in police custody following an incident that played out Sunday afternoon in the town of Busti. Chautauqua County Sheriff's Deputies say 45-year-old Jason Wasson was wanted on a … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello – January 2019
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Recorded on Tuesday Jan. 15 and originally airing on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County executive George Borrello to review his first year in office as … [Read more...]
