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Latest News from Jamestown NY

The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.

SUNY Fredonia, JCC Commencements are Saturday

May 16, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - It’s a big day for college students across the Country, including some right here in Chautauqua County. Jamestown Community College and SUNY Fredonia will both be hosting their commencement ceremonies this weekend. JCC’s 2014 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Community College, Joshua T. Harris, Sarah Ramirez, SUNY Fredonia

‘Best Tasting Water’ Contest to Be Held at Chautauqua Mall on May 17

May 16, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

LAKEWOOD - Who will earn the title of "Best Tasting Drinking Water" in Chautauqua County for 2014?  This will be decided on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Chautauqua Mall in Lakewood when waters from municipal drinking water systems in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services, Chautauqua Mall, Water Quality Task Force, Water Works Association

Infinity 2014 Spring Showcase is Friday Night at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

May 16, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN – Infinity Visual and Performing Arts is looking forward to the annual Spring Showcase, sponsored this year by the Shults Auto Group. The Spring Showcase, which takes place at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, features hand-picked student … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Shults Auto Group, Spring Showcase

Lillian Dickson Park Community Day is May 31

May 15, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - Volunteers are needed to help build the new playground at Lillian Dickson Park on Saturday May 31. The Friends of Lillian Dickson Park group will begin at 8 a.m. and volunteers are asked to bring their own ratchet (socket wrench … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Friends of Lillian Dickson Park, Lillian Dickson Park

Third Thursday Scheduled for Tonight, Moved to Jamestown Skate Products Due to Weather

May 15, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - The Third Thursday summer concert series will continue for a third straight year in downtown Jamestown, starting tonight. Due to Thursday's rainy weather, this month's Third Thursday will take place at Jamestown Skate Products, on Pine … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Active Artists Alliance, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, Jamestown Skate Products, Little Sea Bird, Smackdab, Third Thursday, Wintergarden Plaza

Two Charged with Child Endangerment Following Investigation at ‘Deplorable’ City Apartment

May 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - Two people have been arrested, a child has been placed with protective services and a home has been condemned following an investigation into a domestic incident that took place Tuesday afternoon. Jamestown police were called to an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Child Endangerment, James Voorhees, Jamestown Police Department, Police Report, Shirley Lanphere

Stateline Speedway to Reopen in July Under New Ownership

May 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

Racing will resume at State Line Speedway in Busti starting in July. On Tuesday officials with Short Track Management, LLC announced that they had reached an agreement to purchase Stateline Speedway for an undisclosed amount. They will also … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Bill Catania Jr., Seamen’s Speedway, Short Track Management, Stateline Speedway

Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Act Signed into Law

May 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

ALBANY - New York state is now leading the nation when it comes to helping disabled U.S. Military veterans open and run their own businesses. On Monday Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Act into law, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, Cathy Young, Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Act

National Register of Historic Places Meeting Scheduled for Wednesday Night

May 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - Downtown Jamestown’s nomination to the National Register of Historic Places will be discussed on Wednesday, May 14, at 6:00 pm in the offices of the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, 119 West Third Street. The meeting is the second in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, National Register of Historic Places

Final Public Input Meeting on Chadakoin River Study Scheduled for Wednesday Night

May 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - Wednesday is the final day for residents to weigh in on the future development of the Chadakoin River through the City of Jamestown Chadakoin River Revitalization Study. The informational meeting - hosted by the city of Jamestown's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Brownfield Opportunity Areas, Chadakoin River, City of Jamestown Chadakoin River Revitalization Study, City of Jamestown Waterfront Advisory Committee, Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency, Labella Associates, Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, Robert H. Jackson Center

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