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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

NYS Senate Confirms Steven G. James As NYS Police Superintendent

April 9, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Steven G. James has been confirmed as New York State's newest Police Superintendent. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the confirmation by the State Senate, saying, "Public safety is my top priority and Superintendent James has been a critical … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Kathy Hochul, Kevin Bruen, Steven G. James, Steven Nigrelli

Firefighter Screening Event Set For May 4-5 in Jamestown

April 9, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Firefighter Candidate Physical Ability Test Screening event is set for May 4 and 5 in the City of Jamestown. The Jamestown Fire Department, in collaboration with the City of Dunkirk Fire Department, Village of Fredonia Fire Department, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Dunkirk Fire Department, Fredonia Fire Department, Jamestown Fire Department

Once In A Lifetime Solar Eclipse Crosses WNY Today

April 8, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Western New York will experience totality today as the Great American Solar Eclipse darkens the sky this afternoon. The last time our region experienced such a phenomenon was in 1925, making this upcoming celestial display an unprecedented … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2024 solar eclipse, NASA

County, State Offer Safety Tips For Solar Eclipse

April 8, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Health Department urges residents to use extreme caution while viewing the eclipse. In order to prevent severe eye injury, residents are encouraged to be prepared with proper eclipse viewing glasses. Spectators can prevent … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2024 solar eclipse, Annual Burn Ban, boating safety, Chautauqua County Government, Chautauqua County Health Department, Michael Faulk, NASA, New York State Department of Transportation, New York State Thruway Authority, Noel Guttman, Solar Eclipse glasses

Many Businesses, Organizations Holding Solar Eclipse Events

April 8, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Many organizations and businesses are holding events today as part of the solar eclipse. The Jamestown Airport 's "Fly-by-Night" event continues today, starting at 7:00 a.m. with a pancake breakfast. Dozens of vendors, including food trucks, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2024 solar eclipse, Audubon Community Nature Center, City of Dunkirk, Fenton History Center, Great Lakes Flight Center, Greater Chautauqua-Jamestown Airport, Jamestown Community College, Long Point State Park, Midway State Park, New York State Parks

Sheriff’s Office Receives $100,000 for Abducted, Missing, Murdered, and Unidentified Women’s Initiative

March 29, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office will receive $100,000 for its Abducted, Missing, Murdered, and Unidentified Women’s Initiative. Congressman Nick Langworthy announced the federal funding as part of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Abducted Missing Murdered and Unidentified Women’s Initiative, Chautauqua County Sheriffs Office, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2024, Jim Quattrone, Nick Langworthy

Three Jamestown Residents Charged With Drug, Sex Trafficking

March 29, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Three Jamestown residents have been charged with a drug and sex trafficking conspiracy in Federal Court. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced that a federal grand jury has returned a superseding indictment charging 45-year old Zaid Mendoza a/k/a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Cora Waddington, Joshua Violanti, Kelvin Thomas, Maeve Huggins, Town of Ellicott, Trini Ross, U.S. District Court, Zaid Mendoza

Family Strength and Support Month Events Set For April

March 29, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Community members kicked off Family Strength and Support month early in Jamestown with a rally held at City Hall on Monday. The month-long campaign, which begins in April, was formally called Child Abuse Prevention Month. It highlights the crucial … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Child Abuse Prevention Month, Child Advocacy Program, Emily Spielman, Family Strength and Support month, New York State Central Registry, NY State Child Abuse Hotline, Saraden Randell

Early Voting Underway For Presidential Primary

March 29, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Early voting is underway for the Presidential Primary in New York State The Chautauqua County Board of Elections said all Democratic and Republican party members are eligible to vote in the April 2, 2024 Presidential Primary Election. All other … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Board of Elections, Democratic Presidential Primary, Early Voting, Republican Presidential Primary

Mater Gardener’s Help Desk Reopens April 3

March 29, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County’s Master Gardener Program's Help Desk reopens April 3 for the 2024 gardening season. Master Gardeners will be available in person to answer gardening questions each Wednesday in April through … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Master Gardeners, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County, Jamestown Community College

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