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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Jamestown Seeking Community Input On Nearly $1.4 Million In Grant Funding

April 15, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Department of Development is looking for community input on how to use nearly $1.4 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The City of Jamestown is designated as a Community Development Block … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Community Development Block Grant, HOME Program, Jamestown Department of Development, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

JCC Hosts WNY Community College AI Consortium

April 15, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Six regional community colleges recently attended the biannual Western New York Community College AI Consortium. The meeting was hosted by Jamestown Community College on its Cattaraugus County campus. More than 40 participants discussed … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Artificial Intelligence, Daniel DeMarte, Empire AI initiative, Evisions Argos, Jamestown Community College, Western New York Community College AI Consortium

Amazing Bubble Factory Coming To The Reg April 22

April 15, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Amazing Bubble Factory will bring the amazing art of bubbles to life, live on stage, at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts on April 22. The Bubbleologists' humor and showmanship both excite and entertain as they create thousands of bubbles from the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Amazing Bubble Factory, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

NYS Has Launched Lead Rental Registry Program

April 14, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

New York State has launched its Lead Rental Registry Program. The City of Jamestown, including all houses in the 14701 zip code area, is one of 25 communities selected for the initiative. The state regulations were finalized last week and the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Health Department, City of Jamestown, Housing Trust Fund Corporation, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Department of Development, Kim Ecklund, Lead, Lead Based Paint removal, Lead Poisoning, Lead Rental Registry Program, lead-based paint, Leading in Lead Prevention Program, New York State Department of Health, New York State Homes and Community Renewal, Rental Inspection Ordinance

Sherman Teen Wins National Dairy Award

April 14, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Sherman teen has won a national dairy award. Larsen Swan recently had a new calf delivered to his door from California as part of the Hellenbrand Lasting Legacy Award (HLLA). The purpose of the HLLA is to provide an aspiring and deserving high … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 4-H Youth Program, Hellenbrand Lasting Legacy Award, Larsen Swan, Mike Hellenbrand, Seth Johnson, World Dairy Expo

Jamestown Police Officer Being Recognized For Work Regarding Impaired Drivers

April 13, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Jamestown Police Officer is being recognized for his work regarding impaired drivers. Jamestown City Council will review a request by Deputy Chief Adam McKinley and Officer Kyle Liuzzo to attend the 2026 Annual New York State Law Enforcement … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Adam McKinley, Autism Awareness, Domestic Violence, Governor's Traffic Safety Committee, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Police Department, Kyle Liuzzo, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services, New York State Law Enforcement Recognition, Statewide Targeted Reductions in Intimate Partner Violence, STOP-DWI Program, STRIVE Initiative, Whirlybird Music and Arts Festival

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Requesting Return Of Historic Cross

April 13, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church is requesting the return of a historic cross that was stolen from the church last week. Reverend Luke Fodor told WRFA that the situation is “sad and disheartening.” He said the altar cross in the chapel was taken … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Police Department, Luke Fodor, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Theodore M. Bishop

Chautauqua County, Jamestown Receive State Homeland Security Program Funding

April 13, 2026 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

Chautauqua County and the City of Jamestown have been awarded funding through the State Homeland Security Program to enhance preparedness and response capabilities. The State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) manages the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Bomb Squad Initiative, Chautauqua County Government, City of Jamestown, Explosive Detection Canine Team Grant Program, Hazardous Materials Targeted Grant Program, New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, State Homeland Security Program, Tactical Team Targeted Grant Program

Folsom Prison Experience Coming To The Reg Saturday

April 13, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Johnny Cash theatrical tribute concert, Folsom Prison Experience, is coming to the Reg Lenna Center for The Arts this Saturday. The performance brings the 1968 recording to life at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, April 18. Johnny Cash’s groundbreaking … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Folsom Prison Experience, Johnny Cash, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

Chautauqua County Master Gardeners Hosting Speaker On Using Native Plants In Landscaping

April 13, 2026 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Master Gardeners will host a speaker on how to utilize native plants in your landscaping this Wednesday. Jonathan Townsend of Royal Fern Nursery will present on the importance of native plants, and how to utilize native … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Master Gardeners, Eliza Hensel, Jonathan Townsend, native plants, Royal Fern Nursery

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