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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Two Propositions On Ballot For Election Day

November 6, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

In addition to voting for local candidates on Election Day, voters in New York will also decide on two statewide ballot measures regarding constitutional debt limitations. Both constitutional amendments were referred to the ballot by the New York … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2023 Elections, ballot propositions, Ballotpedia, New York State Constitution, New York State Legislature

Jamestown Public Schools Announces Inclement Weather Closing, Delay Procedures

November 6, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown Public Schools has announced procedures for school closures and delays when it comes to bad weather. Delays or closures will be announced on area radio and television stations, as well as posted to the district's Facebook page and X … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Public Schools

United Way To Hold ‘Curling Mix & Match’ Fundraiser

November 6, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A "Curling Mix & Match" fundraiser for the United Way of Southern Chautauqua County will be held at the Northwest Arena. The event will take place 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Friday, November 17. It will feature a "happy hour" mixer before the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Michelle "Micki" McCray, Northwest Arena, Rex McCray, United Way of Southern Chautauqua County

Proposed Shovel Ready Site in Ripley Receives $5.2 Million From NYS

November 3, 2023 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

A proposed shovel ready site in Ripley has received $5.2 million from New York State. The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency will receive funding toward the $16 million project from Focused Attraction of Shovel-Ready Tracts (FAST) New … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency, Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency Board, Focused Attraction of Shovel-Ready Tracts New York grant program, Mark Geise

Daylight Saving Time Ends November 5

November 3, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Daylight Saving Time ends November 5. Clocks move back an hour to standard time at 2:00 a.m., Sunday, November 5. People are encouraged to also test and change batteries in smoke or carbon monoxide detectors at this time as well. Daylight … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Daylight Saving Time, Joe Biden, Marco Rubio, Sunshine Protection Act, Vern Buchanan

JHS Madrigals In Production of ‘Sister Act’ at Shea’s 710 Theatre

November 3, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown High School Madrigals will be taking part in a production of “Sister Act” with the production troupe, Starring Buffalo, at Shea’s 710 Theatre this Saturday. Starring Buffalo aims to connect Broadway actors, Buffalo actors, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown High SChool Madrigal Singers, Lauren Scharf, Shea’s 710 Theatre, Starring Buffalo

JHS PTO Hosting Donation Drive-Thru For JHS Closet

November 3, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown High School Parent-Teacher Organization is hosting a Donation Drive Thru for the JHS Closet on November 7. The donation drive-thru will take place from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7 in front of the pool doors at the high … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Gotchu Fund, Jamestown High School Parent-Teacher Organization, JHS Closet

Dance Troupe iLuminate Performs Live At The Reg Tonight

November 3, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Unique dance troupe, iLuminate, will perform live on the Reg stage tonight. The performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. There are very limited number of tickets available a this time. iLuminate dancers entertain in electrified glow-in-the-dark … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: America’s Got Talent, iLuminate, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

Jamestown Receives Nearly $983,000 To Increase Energy Efficient Housing In City

November 2, 2023 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

The City of Jamestown has received nearly $983,000 to support efforts to increase energy-efficient housing in underserved neighborhoods. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced the federal funding is coming from the U.S. Environmental … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua Home Rehabilitation and Improvement Corporation, CHRIC, Chuck Schumer, City of Jamestown, Environmental Justice Government-to-Government program, Environmental Protection Agency, Healthy at Home CHQ Coalition, Inflation Reduction Act, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency, Retooling Homes for Improved Air Quality Initiative

Seven Jamestown Businesses Receive ARPA Funding For Building Improvements

November 2, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Seven Jamestown businesses have received American Rescue Plan funds for building improvements. The Jamestown Local Development Corporation board approved funding $75,624 to the businesses in the latest round of the Building Property Improvement … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: AM Suchar & Son Public Accountants, American Rescue Plan, Building Property Infrastructure Improvement, Chautauqua Art Gallery, Embroidered Designs By Debbie, Fenton Associates, Glorious Beauty Salon, Jamestown Local Development Corporation, Miragilia Development LLC, United Industries

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