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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Jamestown Police Investigating Following Woman’s Death on William Street

May 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

An investigation by Jamestown Police is ongoing after a woman was found dead on William Street. Police Chief Tim Jackson said officers were called to 125 William Street around 4:30 a.m. Thursday for a report of a unresponsive female, who was … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 125 William Street, car fire, Jamestown Police Department, Michael Burham, Suspicious Death, Tim Jackson

Fire Ruled Accidental at Long Standing Business in Jamestown

May 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A fire at a longstanding company in Jamestown has been ruled to be accidental. Jamestown Police responded to 258 Crescent Street just after 4:00 a.m. Thursday for a burglary alarm and found smoke in the building. Jamestown Fire crews were called … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 258 Crescent Street, Chautauqua County HazMat Team, Crystal Surdyk, Danielson Oil Company, Jamestown Fire Department, Jamestown Police, Matt Coon, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Jamestown School Board Candidates Share Their Experience, Why Running at ‘Meet the Candidates’ Forum

May 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Candidates for Jamestown School Board shared their experience and why they're running for the board at a "Meet The Candidates" forum held Thursday night. There are four candidates running for three open seats. Parent-Teacher Organization … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Christine Schnars, Jamestown Public Schools, Jamestown School Board, Joanne Dean, John Panebianco, Melissa Paterniti, Melissa Rhodes, Paul Abbott

SKF Awarded $2 Million in ESD Grants

May 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

SKF Aeroengine has been awarded a $2 million Empire State Development grant. The bearing manufacturer, located in Falconer, will use the funds to purchase new machinery and equipment that focuses on implementing new manufacturing technology and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Empire State Development, New York State Regional Economic Development Council, SKF Aeroengine

West Third Street To Be Closed Saturday for ‘Re-Tree-ing’ Event

May 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Part of West Third Street in Jamestown will be closed Saturday for a "Re-Tree-Ing" event by the city. The block of West Third Street from Hall Avenue to Hallock street will be closed starting at 7:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Arbor Day Foundation, Cathedral Oak trees, Jamestown Parks Recreation and Conservation Department, Tree City USA, West Third Street Redesign

11th Annual Master Gardeners Plant Sale Set for May 13

May 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Chautauqua County Master Gardeners will hold their 11th Annual Plant Sale Saturday at Jamestown Community College. The annual fundraiser sale will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 13 at the JCC Science Building in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: amynthas agrestis, Chautauqua County Master Gardeners, jumping worm

Jamestown High School to Host Annual Spring Choral Concert

May 12, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown High School will host its annual Spring Choral Concert tonight. The performance will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Auditorium. It will feature the JHS A Cappella Choir, Madrigal Singers, the Men of Tomorrow and Ladies of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Aaron Guiffre, Allison MacCallum, Charlee VanGuilder, Conner Garcia, Emma Higbee, Evan Corey, Jamestown High School, Jamestown High SChool Madrigal Singers, JHS A Cappella Choir, Julie Livengood, Lauren Scharf, Madeline DeJoy, Men of Tomorrow and Ladies of Today, Nichole Iacuzzo, Olivia Kubera, Spring Choral Concert, Zoe Haskins

Jamestown Police Seeking Man Considered to Be Armed and Dangerous

May 11, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown Police are seeking a man considered armed and dangerous. Police want to speak with Michael C. Burham regarding an incident that happened early this morning. He is believed to be in the Jamestown and Warren, Pennsylvania area. Anyone … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Police Department, Michael Burham

Jamestown Fire Responds to Fire on Crescent Street

May 11, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown Fire crews were called out to a structure fire on Crescent Street this morning. Jamestown Fire officials report the call came in after 4:00 a.m. for a fully involved structure fire at 258 Crescent Street. The two-story building is home … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 258 Crescent Street, Danielson Oil Company, Jamestown Fire Department, Structure Fire

Gov. Hochul Declares State of Emergency, Issues Executive Orders Following Expiration of Title 42 Immigration Policy

May 11, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

As the Title 42 immigration policy expires today, Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency and issued an executive order in anticipation of an expected influx of migrants into New York State. Title 42, enacted during the COVID-19 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Alejandro Mayorkas, COVID-19, Joe Biden, Kathy Hochul, Title 42 Title 42 immigration policy, undocumented immigrants

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