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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

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

JCC Announces Creation Of Dr. Dan Courtine Engineering and Workforce Development Endowment

April 16, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown Community College has announced the Dr. Dan Courtine Engineering and Workforce Development Endowment in memory of the former Engineering professor at the college. Known as a favorite mentor among students for his relatable and unassuming … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Carissa Bentley, Dan Courtine, Dr. Dan Courtine Engineering and Workforce Development Endowment, Jamestown Community College, JCC Foundation, Tim Griffin

TRC’s Rhonda Howard Receives IDEA Award From Business First

April 16, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Resource Center’s Human Resources Director has received an IDEA Award from Buffalo Business First. Rhonda Howard was recently recognized during the magazine’s IDEA Awards event. She was one of 20 people from throughout the eight-county … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Amanda Lowe, Beth Jermain, Business First, Business First IDEA Award, Jessica Smith, Phillips Lytle LLP, Rhonda Howard, The Resource Center

‘JCC’s Got Talent’ Set for April 23

April 16, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

"JCC’s Got Talent” hits the Scharmann Theatre stage at Jamestown Community College on April 23. The show starts at 6:30 p.m. next Wednesday and is open to the public. Admission is $3 at the door. The event is co-sponsored by JCC’s Phi Theta … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Heather Metzger, Jamestown Community College, JCC Student Senate, JCC’s Got Talent, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Renee Funke, Robert Lee Scharmann Theatre

Two Screenings of ‘Paddington In Peru’ Coming To The Reg

April 16, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Reg Lenna will show a matinee of “Paddington in Peru” today and a replay of the film Friday night. When Paddington discovers his beloved Aunt Lucy has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the wilds of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Paddington in Peru, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

Prendergast Library To Undergo More Construction

April 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The James Prendergast Library is getting ready for construction inside its facility which is affecting where some programs are being held for the next month or so. The project is being funded through the state’s Library Construction Program with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: James Prendergast Library, Jennifer Champ, Lenna Foundation, New York State Aid for Library Construction, Ralph C. Sheldon Foundation

Olean Man Indicted For Role In Jamestown Drug Conspiracy

April 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

An Olean man has been indicted for his role in a Jamestown drug conspiracy. U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced 39-year old Chauncy Robinson, also known as Cbear, has been charged by a federal grand jury with narcotics conspiracy. If found … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andres Pizzaro Campos, Chauncy Robinson, Cindy Frank, Edward Leeper, Jaquez Thomas, Joseph Thayer, Joseph Zaso, Joshua Violanti, Latika Saintkitts, Louis Testani, Max Pizzaro Campos, Michael DiGiacomo, U.S. District Court

Residents Reminded To Remove, Secure Outdoor Food Sources That Attract Bears

April 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Residents are reminded to remove or secure outdoor food sources that may attract black bears. The State Department of Environmental Conservation said throughout the spring and early summer months, black bears have depleted fat reserves and will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Black Bears, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Audubon Holding Earth Day Clean-Up April 19

April 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Audubon Community Nature Center is holding a clean-up on April 19 as part of Earth Day. Staff and volunteers will work on projects to maintain and improve the Nature Center building and grounds. This family-friendly event has something for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Audubon Community Nature Center, Earth Day, Sharon Tefft

Youth Resource Fair To Be Held at GA Services Wednesday

April 14, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A “Real” Game of Life Resource Fair will be hosted for youth this Wednesday in Jamestown. The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services, in collaboration with Gustavus Adolphus (GA) Family Services, YWCA Jamestown, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services, CHQ Transit, Court Appointed Special Advocates of Chautauqua County, GA Family Services, Game of Life Resource Fair, YWCA Jamestown

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