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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Applications Now Being Accepted for 2014 Renaissance Block Challenge

January 15, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - For the fourth straight year, Jamestown property owners have a chance to receive up to $1,000 to help pay for exterior upgrades if they work together to improve their neighborhoods. It’s all part of the Renaissance Block Challenge, a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Housing Trust Fund, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, Darrah Fund, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, Lenna Foundation, Mary Maxwell, Northwest Savings Bank, Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation, Renaissance Block Challenge

Teresi Pleased with State of the State Address

January 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - Governor Andrew Cuomo was “spot on” in addressing the key issues of 2014 in his recent State of the State address, delivered last week in Albany. That’s according to Jamestown Mayor Sam Teresi, who on Friday welcomed Regional Economic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, Sam Hoyt, Sam Teresi, State of the State

Republicans Support Governor’s Call for NY to be More Business-Friendly

January 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo’s State of the State address not only received high marks from his fellow members of the Democratic Party, much of it was also well received by Republicans across the state. The region’s state Senator, Cathy Young … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, Cathy Young, State of the State, Tom Reed

Auditions for Next JCC Uncommoners Production are Jan. 16 and Jan. 17

January 14, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Community College Uncommoners will hold open auditions for their upcoming production of Wait Until Dark at 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, January 16 and 17, in the Scharmann Theatre on the Jamestown Campus. The cast will include six … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Community College, JCC Uncommoners, Wait Until Dark

Pennsylvania Woman Leads Local Police on High Speed Chase

January 13, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

DUNKIRK - A woman from Pennsylvania is facing numerous charges after leading police on a high speed chase through the northwestern portion of the county. According to Chautauqua County Sheriff Deputies, the chase began on Route 5 near the state … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Brooks Memorial Hospital, Chautauqua County Sheriffs Office, Christina Trump, Pennsylvania State Police

Rally for Lake Shore Hospital Draws Hundreds of Supporters

January 13, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

SILVER CREEK - An effort to save one of Chautauqua County’s largest employers received a major boost over the weekend when hundreds of people attended a rally to show their support. According to a published report, supporters from throughout the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andy Goodell, Cathy Young, Lake Shore Hospital, Tom Reed

[LISTEN] Doors Open Jamestown Lets Community Learn More About Local Attractions

January 13, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - The very popular Doors Open Jamestown will be back again in 2014.  The date has been set for Saturday, January 18. According to Joni Blackman of the Fenton History Center, Doors Open is designed to give area residents a look into our … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Audio, Local News Tagged With: Audubon Center and Sanctuary, Busti Historical Society and Grist Mill, Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame, Doors Open Jamestown, Fenton History Center, Gateway Train Station, Infinity Performing Arts, Jamestown Community Chamber of Commerce, Jamestown Savings Bank Arena, Jamestown Up Close, Joni Blackman, Justin Hanft, Lucille Ball Little Theatre, Lucille M. Wright Air Museum, Lucy Desi Center for Comedy, Lynn Warner, Prendergast Library, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Robert H. Jackson Center, Roger Tory Peterson Institute for Natural History.

New State Law Could Lead to More Stringent Laws for Pet Dealers, Sellers

January 13, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

ALBANY - Some good news for the pet community in New York Sate. Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed legislation to help protect the health and safety of dogs and cats by authorizing local municipalities to adopt more stringent laws to regulate pet … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, Pets, Puppy Mills

Red Cross Seeks Hometown Hero Nominations

January 13, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - The Southwestern N.Y. Chapter of the American Red Cross is requesting nominations for this year’s Hometown Hero celebration. The Hometown Hero campaign was created to acknowledge the extraordinary actions of Chautauqua County citizens.  … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Red Cross, Hometown Hero

Governor Uses State of the State to Push for Economic Initiatives

January 9, 2014 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

ALBANY - New York State is on its way to a full recovery, but there is still much work that needs to be done. That was the overall message from Governor Andrew Cuomo during his fourth state of the state address on Wednesday afternoon. The governor … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, Community Matters, State of the State

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