The Chautauqua County Office of Emergency Services has released a smartphone application as a new way to connect with county residents and visitors. Through the app, users can: · Submit damage reports, · view current power outages, · find local … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
ArtScape Banners Now on Display in Downtown Jamestown
The inaugural ArtScape Jamestown public art show is now on display in downtown Jamestown. ArtScape is an outdoor public "gallery" created by the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation in partnership with the Chautauqua Art Gallery and the Jamestown … [Read more...]
‘The Magic of Motown’ Show Postponed Until November
"The Magic of Motown" show on Saturday, September 16 at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts has been postponed. The show will now take place on Saturday, November 11. Tickets already purchased will be automatically transferred to the new show date. … [Read more...]
WRFA to Present 2023 Jamestown Mayoral Debate on Oct. 12, featuring Eddie Sundquist and Kim Ecklund
A 60-minute debate featuring the two candidates for Mayor of Jamestown in the 2023 General Election: Eddie Sundquist (D, WF) and Kim Ecklund (R, C). The debate will take place at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts inside the 3rd Floor Multimedia … [Read more...]
City Looking at Modular Homes As Way to Improve Housing Stock
The City of Jamestown is looking at modular homes as a way to possibly bring in new housing stock to the city. Director of Development Crystal Surdyk said there's plenty of housing in the city but not "great quality housing stock," "There's a lot … [Read more...]
City Council Candidate Isaiah Rashad Steps Down From Campaign
Democratic candidate for Jamestown City Council at Large Isaiah Rashad has stepped down from the race due to health issues. Rashad said in a statement to WRFA, "The reason for this decision did not come lightly, nor quickly, however. A month ago I … [Read more...]
Jamestown Mayoral Debate to Be Hosted By WRFA, Jamestown Post-Journal, Media One Group
WRFA, in partnership with the Jamestown Post-Journal and Media One Group, will be hosting a Jamestown Mayoral Candidates Debate. The debate will feature Democratic Incumbent Eddie Sundquist and Republican candidate, and current City Council member … [Read more...]
State Supreme Court Judge Rules NYS’ New Ethics Board Unconstitutional
A State Supreme Court judge in Albany has ruled the new state ethics board’s investigatory and enforcement powers are unconstitutional. Judge Thomas Marcelle determined that the commission was formed and assigned enforcement powers in violation of … [Read more...]
Colombian Restaurant Opens in Downtown Jamestown
Colombian restaurant, Rincon Colombiano, has held its grand opening in downtown Jamestown. The restaurant, which features arrepas filled with various meats, cheese, or vegetables, is located at 108 West Third Street on the street level of the … [Read more...]
Pomfret, Sherman Receive USDA Funds For Snow Removal Equipment
The town of Pomfret and village of Sherman have received funds through the USDA to purchase new snow removal equipment. Congressman Nick Langworthy announced the town of Pomfret is receiving a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural … [Read more...]
