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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Apple Sauce Pouches Recalled Due to High Lead Levels

November 13, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Food and Drug Administration has issued a recall and is investigating after several brands of apple sauce pouches were found to have high lead levels. The recalls of several products were initiated after four children were found to have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Lead, recall, U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Elite Kreations, Suicide Prevention Alliance Raising Funds for Suicide Prevention

November 13, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A local business and the Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County are teaming up to raise funds for suicide prevention initiatives. Automotive detailing business Elite Kreations, located at 731 East Second Street in Jamestown, will be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, Elite Kreations, Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County

JCC Foundations Honors Donna Beal With 2023 John D. Hamilton Award

November 13, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Community College Foundation has honored Donna Beal as its 2023 John D. Hamilton Award recipient. The Hamilton Award was established in 1995 to recognize individuals whose contributions exemplify those of Hamilton, a past president … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Donna Beal, First Presbyterian Church, Jamestown Community College Foundation, Jamestown Public Schools, John D. Hamilton Award, National Association of Education Administrators, New York State Community College Trustees, New York State Personnel Administrators, New York State Public Relations Board, St. Susan Center, UPMC Chautauqua

Cornell Co-Op Provides Guidelines For Soil Sampling

November 13, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

It's soil sampling season for gardeners and farmers. The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County is providing guidelines on how to do soil testing as part of any nutrient management program. CCE officials said testing allows people … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County, Katelyn Miller

JCC International Students Holding ‘Go Global!’ Fair Wednesday

November 13, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

International students at Jamestown Community College will showcase the cultures, languages, and food from their home countries during the annual “Go Global!” International Fair This Wednesday. The event begins at 9:00 a.m. November 15 in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Go Global International Fair, Jamestown Community College, sukanya burman dance company

Temporary Cannabis Outlet Opens In Downtown Jamestown

November 9, 2023 By WRFA Radio 2 Comments

A temporary outlet selling cannabis products has set up shop in downtown Jamestown until the end of December. Herbal IQ of Buffalo has opened at 320 North Main Street after its request to hold a cannabis growers showcase was approved by the State … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: cannabis, Cannabis Grower Showcase Initiative, cannabis growers showcase, Conditional Adult Use Retail Dispensary License, Eddie Sundquist, Herbal IQ, New York State Office of Cannabis Management, State Cannabis Control Board

NYS Assisting Dairy Industry, Schools With Nationwide Milk Carton Shortage

November 9, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

New York State is working to help the dairy industry and schools with a nationwide milk carton shortage. A nationwide shortage of packaging paperboard has led to a supply chain disruption that has created a challenge for school milk packaging … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Dairy, Dairy Industry, International Dairy Foods Association, New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, New York State Department of Education, Northeast Dairy Foods Association, U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Veterans Day Events Set for Saturday

November 9, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Veterans Day ceremony will be held in downtown Jamestown Saturday. American Legion Ira Lou Springs Post 149 and St. Luke's Episcopal Church will hold a ceremony at 11:00 a.m. at the intersection of Third and Main Streets. Another service will be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Legion Ira Lou Springs Post 149, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, Jamestown Community College, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Veterans Day, Yard Waste Site

Infinity Celebrating 25th Anniversary Tonight

November 9, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Infinity Visual and Performing Arts is celebrating its 25th anniversary tonight. The event will take place at 7:00 p.m. at the Infinity Arts Cafe. It will feature Infinity students and some special guests. It's free and open to the public. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Infinity Visual and Performing Arts

Free Rabies Clinic In Jamestown Set for November 18

November 9, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A free rabies vaccination clinic will be held in the city of Jamestown on November 18. The Chautauqua County Health Department and City of Jamestown are co-hosting the event that will take place 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Saturday, November 18 at the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Health Department, City of Jamestown, Gregory Hoyt, New York State Public Health Law, Rabies, rabies vaccination clinic

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