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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Falconer Man Charged with Assault After Allegedly Injuring Officer During Arrest

December 20, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

FALCONER - An Ellicott police officer is recovering from minor injuries he sustained while arresting a Falconer man earlier this week. According to Ellicott Police, the incident took place Wednesday when officers were placing 32 year-old Lisandro … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Ellicott Police Department, Lisandro Sanchez, Police Report

Governor, State Officials Urge Residents to Protect Against ID Theft

December 20, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo is urging New Yorkers to protect themselves against identity theft during the busy holiday shopping season. As part of a consumer alert that was issued on Thursday, the New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Cuomo, ID Theft, New York Department of Financial Services

Health Officials Caution Residents Against Noroviruses

December 20, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

MAYVILLE - During the holiday season, The Chautauqua County Department of Health & Human Services is warning residents that food-borne illnesses from noroviruses are being noted throughout the county. Health officials are telling residents to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services, Norovirus

Doors Open Jamestown is Jan. 18

December 20, 2013 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, Jan. 18, 2014.  Doors Open is designed to give area residents a look into our local attractions, with free admission for the day to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Audubon Center and Sanctuary, 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, Lucille Ball Little Theatre, Lucy Desi Center for Comedy, Prendergast Library, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Robert H. Jackson Center, Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History

City Police Investigate Separate Armed Robberies

December 19, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - City Police are continuing their investigation into two separate armed robberies that took place in the city over the past week. The most recent incident took place on Tuesday night, when two victims were robbed at gunpoint by two … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Police Department, Police Report, Robbery

Police Investigate Burglaries in Town of Carroll

December 19, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

CARROLL - Members of the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s office are investigating a series of burglaries that have taken place in the Frewsburg area this past weekend. According to an article in the Post-Journal, four burglaries occurred in the area … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Carroll Police Department, Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office, New York State Police, Police Report

Lakeshore Hospital Files for Chapter 11

December 19, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

IRVING - A north county hospital that has been experiencing financial problems the past year has filed for bankruptcy. According to a published report, TLC Health Network filed for bankruptcy on Monday in the hopes that it would help to keep the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Lake Shore Health Care Center, TLC Health Network

Homeless Person’s Memorial Day to be Recognized Tonight at St. Susan Center

December 19, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - The Homeless Coalition of Chautauqua County is inviting the public to join in a candlelight vigil to honor all homeless people who have passed away without recognition. The 5th annual Homeless Person’s Memorial Day will be held … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Homeless Coalition of Chautauqua County, Homeless Person’s Memorial Day, St. Susan Center, Sue Colwell

JRC Announces Winners of 2013 Holiday Parade

December 19, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation (JRC) has announced the winners from Jamestown’s Snowball Express Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration. According to organizers, there were approximately 120 groups who participated, with over 200 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Christmas Parade and Holiday Celebration, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation

U.S. Senate Expected to Approve Budget Bill Today

December 18, 2013 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The U.S. Senate is set to vote today on a bipartisan budget deal that will keep the country’s financial house in order for the next two years. On Tuesday the Senate voted 67-33 to end debate and move toward approving the so called Murray-Ryan … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Barack Obama, Federal Budget, House of Representatives, John McCain, Murray-Ryan Compromise, Orrin Hatch, Patty Murray, Paul Ryan, Saxby Chambliss, Tom Reed, U.S. Senate

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