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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Monroe & More Approved $200,000 Equipment Loan By JLDC

April 18, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Local Development Corporation has approved an additional $200,000 loan for Monroe & More LLC to purchase new equipment. The company had received a $150,000 loan in October from the JLDC for equipment purchases as well. Monroe … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Dylan Monroe, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Local Development Corporation, Monroe and More LLC

AgriAmerica Fruit Products Completes Upgrade Of Grape Juice Processing Plant in Fredonia

April 18, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

AgriAmerica Fruit Products LLC has completed the revitalization and upgrade of a 69,000-square-foot grape juice processing facility in Fredonia. Governor Kathy Hochul said that after the initial investment was made to acquire the property at 200 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: AgriAmerica Fruit Products LLC, Eric Huddy, Kathy Hochul, Lake Erie Fruit Cooperative, New York State Empire State Development, Richard Jozwiak, Western New York Regional Economic Development Council

Registration Extended For Developer’s Forum in Jamestown

April 18, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Registration for the Jamestown Developers’ Forum set for April 30 has been extended to April 21. The City of Jamestown, the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities and the Gebbie Foundation are hosting the event, which is themed “Constructing Hope, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: City of Jamestown, Ellen Ditonto, Gebbie Foundation, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, Jamestown Developer's Forum, New York State Department of State, New York State Empire State Development, New York State Homes and Community Renewal

Jamestown Pride Community Meeting To Be Held April 22

April 18, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Pride planning committee is hosting the first of two Community Meetings on Tuesday, April 22. The committee will discuss plans and gather input about the 2025 Pride event. There will be opportunities for discussion, to volunteer, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Evergreen Health Services, Jamestown Pride, Knights of Enchanted Dreams

MHA Dunkirk Site To Reopen In May

April 18, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County hopes to reopen the North County Recovery Center by early May. MHA Executive Director Michael Nordin had announced three weeks ago that the center, located in Grace Lutheran Church, 601 Eagle … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Rural Ministry, Grace Lutheran Church, Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, Michael Nordin

Sheriff’s Office Launch Two Programs To Help Officers Assist People With Special Needs

April 17, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office is starting two programs to give officers tools for assisting people with special needs. Sheriff Jim Quattrone said the “Friends of Sheriff” initiative is about “building trust and promoting safety,” while … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Blue Envelope Program, Chautauqua County Sheriffs Office, Friends of Sheriff Initiative, Jim Quattrone, National Autism Association, Victor Perez, World Autism Month

RTPI’s CEO Arthur Pearson To Retire

April 17, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Roger Tory Peterson Institute has announced that CEO Arthur Pearson will retire at the end of 2025. Pearson has led RTPI for more than five years. As RTPI’s Board of Directors begins the search for a new CEO, Pearson will continue to lead … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Arthur Pearson, Courtney Disston, Disston Search, Roger Tory Peterson Institute

YWCA Jamestown Seeking Nominations For Women Of Achievement Awards

April 17, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The YWCA Jamestown is seeking nominations for the 28th Annual Women of Achievement Awards. The awards dinner will be held Friday, August 1 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel in Celoron. The event honors women in Chautauqua County whose professional, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jacqueline Cook, Kirsten Holmberg, YWCA Jamestown, YWCA Jamestown Women of Achievement Awards

Jamestown BPU Closed Good Friday

April 17, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, in observance of Good Friday. The Customer Service Office will reopen for business at 9:00 a.m. Monday, April 21. Garbage and recycling will be picked up on its … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Board of Public Utilities

Sen. Borrello Introduces Bill To Allow NYS Produced Wines To Be Sold In Grocery Stores

April 16, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

State Senator George Borrello has introduced legislation that would allow New York grocery stores to sell New York State-produced wines. He said the proposal is intended to support family farms and local vintners and boost New York’s wine … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: George Borrello, Wine

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