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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Reception For 2025 ArtScape Takes Place Tonight

May 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

An opening reception for the original artwork for the 2025 ArtScape artwork will take place tonight at the Chautauqua Art Gallery and Pearl City Clay House. The original artwork for the 2025 ArtScape Jamestown is on display and for sale in a joint … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: ArtScape, Chautauqua Art Gallery, Infinity Visual and Performing Arts, Jamestown Parks Department, Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, Pearl City Clay House, Susan Gutierrez, The Resource Center

JCC’s 75th Anniversary Commencement To Feature Shared Keynote Speakers

May 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown Community College’s 75th anniversary commencement ceremonies this weekend will feature a group of keynote speakers. Longtime recently retired employees Nelson Garifi and Marilyn Zagora, along with current faculty members Brent Harkness, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Brent Harkness, Crystal Rose-Williams, Jamestown Community College, Jennifer Visbisky, Madison LaVallee, Marilyn Zagora, Nelson Garifi Jr., Samantha Simon, Tarryn Meyer

TRC Accepting Applications For Project SEARCH Internship Program

May 15, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Resource Center is accepting applications for its next Project SEARCH internship program. The collaboration between TRC and UPMC Chautauqua prepares people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for community-based … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Faith Baker, Project SEARCH internship program, The Resource Center, UPMC Chautauqua

$2.9 Million Rehab Of Barcelona Lighthouse Complete

May 14, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The $2.9 million rehabilitation of the historic Barcelona Lighthouse in Westfield has been completed. The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announced the completion Tuesday. The 40-foot-tall stone light tower … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Barcelona Lighthouse, National Maritime Heritage Grant, National Park Service, New York State Office of Parks, State Office of Parks Recreation and Historic Preservation, U.S. National Register of Historical Places

Westfield Business Woman Recognized as Small Business Person of the Year for NYS

May 14, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Westfield business woman has been recognized as the Small Business Person of the Year in New York State. C.K. Fruit Juice LLC owner Melissa Baideme is the overall New York State winner recognized by Small Business Association Administrator Kelly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Arnim Alexander, Brooklyn John Tait, C.K. Fruit Juice LLC, Carrie and Levi Swanson, JCC Small Business Development Center, Julie Ambrose, Kelly Loeffler, Melissa Baideme, Rogue Force Training, Royal Cuts Barbershop Salon, St. Elmo Spa, Sweeterson Farms

JPS Stem Coordinator Named 2025 Coordinator Of The Year

May 14, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The STEM Coordinator for Jamestown Public Schools has been named the 2025 Coordinator of the Year for Region 12. The School Administrators Association of New York State (SAANYS) recognized Denise Pusateri at a reception on May 5. Pusateri, who … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Denise Pusateri, Jamestown Public Schools, School Administrators Association of New York State

BPU Places 1st For Eighth Consecutive Year In WNY Healthiest Employer Contest

May 14, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

For the eighth consecutive year, the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities has placed first in its size category in the WNY Healthiest Employer contest. Business First, Springbuk, Independent Health, Wegmans and Walsh Duffield sponsored the annual … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: David Leathers, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, WNY Healthiest Employer Awards

Retool ’25 Conference Keynote Speakers Announced

May 13, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Keynote Speakers have been announced for the Retool’25 conference in June. The one-day conference, organized by the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, is scheduled for June 3 at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel. It will focus on sustainability, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: D. Evan van Hook, Denise Coogan, Ellen Ditonto, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, ReTool Conference, Subaru of America Inc., Viridi Parente

Comprehensive Plan Southside Walking Tour Saturday

May 13, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The City of Jamestown will be holding a walking tour of the city’s southside this Saturday as part of the overhaul of the city’s Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code. The walking tour will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 17. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: City of Jamestown, City of Jamestown Comprehensive Plan, zoning code

Chautauqua County History Expo Set for August 23

May 13, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County History Expo, featuring dozens of local history organizations, historians, and museums from across the Chautauqua Region, will be held in August. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, August 23 at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County History Expo, Norman Carlson

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