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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Frewsburg Man Arrested on Child Pornography Charges

September 18, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Frewsburg man has been arrested on child pornography charges. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced that 57-year old Jeffrey Paden has been charged with the receipt and possession of child pornography, which carry a mandatory minimum penalty of 15 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Child Pornography, FBI, Frewsburg, Jeffrey Paden, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, New York State Police, Trini Ross

Jamestown Woman Indicted on Mail Fraud Charges

September 18, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Federal Grand Jury has indicted a Jamestown woman on mail theft charges. U.S. Attorney Trini Ross announced 40-year old Anita Miller is facing an eight-count indictment for theft of mail by a postal employee and two counts of delay of mail by a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Anita Miller, Franz Wright, mail theft, Trini Ross, U.S. District Court

Board of Elections Looking for Poll Workers For Election Day

September 18, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Board of Elections is need of poll workers for the upcoming November 7, 2023 General Election. Board of Elections Commissioners Luz Torres and Brian Abram said that poll workers "play a critical role in our democracy and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2023 Elections, Brian Abram, Chautauqua County Board of Elections, Luz Torres

Fines For Telemarketers Who Violate ‘Do Not Call’ Registry Nearly Double

September 18, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Telemarketers who violate the Do Not Call registry can expect their fines in New York to nearby double as a result of legislation signed into law last Wednesday. The move amends New York's general business law to raise the maximum fine for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chuck Schumer, do not call list, Kirsten Gillibrand, New York State Division of Consumer Protection, robocalls, robotexts, Telephone Consumer Protection Act

Former ADA Files Lawsuit Against Chautauqua County District Attorney’s Office

September 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A former Assistant District Attorney of the Chautauqua County District Attorney's Office has filed a lawsuit claiming she was fired in retaliation for her request for time off under the Family and Medical Leave Act. According to the court … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County District Attorneys Office, Family and Medical Leave Act, Jason Schmidt, Patrick Slagle, Rachel Mitchell, U.S. District Court

United Way Kicks Off $1.4 Million Annual Campaign

September 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County kicked off its annual campaign Thursday with a goal to raise $1.4 million. Rex and Michelle "Micki" McCray are co-chairing this year's campaign. Micki said the couple has long supported the annual … [Read more...]

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

County Department of Mental Hygiene Receives $1 Million Grant for Chautauqua Tapestry Program

September 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene is receiving a $1 million grant for its Chautauqua Tapestry program. The funding through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is part of the Comprehensive Community Mental Health … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene, Chautauqua Tapestry, Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances Program, Rachel Ludwig, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

YWCA Jamestown Receiving $600,000 Department of Justice Grant

September 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The YWCA Jamestown is receiving a $600,000 grant from the Department of Justice. The funding is through the DOJ's Office of Violence Against Women and is part of the Department's Justice for Families Program. Executive Director Amanda Gesing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Amanda Gesing, Department of Justice, Department of Justice for Families Program, Department of Justice Office of Violence Against Women, Department of Justice's Justice for Families Program, Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013, YWCA Jamestown

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day Set for Saturday in Falconer

September 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A County-sponsored Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day is set for Saturday, September 16 in the village of Falconer. The event, hosted by the County Department of Public Facilities, will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, September … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Department of Public Facilities, Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day, Village of Falconer

JHS Marching Band Hosting 44th Annual Fall Festival on Saturday, September 16

September 15, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown High School Marching Band is hosting its 44th Annual Fall Festival this Saturday, September 16. The event at 6:30 p.m. at Strider Field will feature bands from around New York and Pennsylvania. The JHS Marching Band will perform … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Fall Festival of Bands, Jamestown High School Marching Band, Meghan Murray

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