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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

2023 I Bird NY Challenge Underway

March 21, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The 2023 I BIRD NY Challenge is now underway. The challenge, run by the State Department of Environmental Conservation, is open to all ages and abilities. The I BIRD NY program was launched in 2017 to build on the State's efforts to increase … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: I BIRD NY Challenge, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Hiring 13 Firefighters, Increasing Elected Officials Salaries, and Funding Chadakoin River Work on Jamestown City Council Agenda

March 20, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown City Council will review resolutions to hire 13 firefighters at its work session tonight. Five of the positions will fill current and anticipated vacancies in the Jamestown Fire Department. Funding is included in the 2023 City Budget for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2023 City Budget, Allen Park, American Rescue Plan, Ben Haskins, Chadakoin River, Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, City Code, Jackson-Taylor Park, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Fire Department, Jamestown Human Rights Commission, Jamestown Local Development Corporation, Jamestown Salary Review Commission, Jamestown Splash Pad, National League of Cities, SAFER grant, Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response Program

Workforce Development Issues Top Issue of Rep. Langworthy’s Tour of Weber Knapp

March 20, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Congressman Nick Langworthy discussed workforce development issues and manufacturing on a tour of Weber Knapp in Jamestown on Friday. The Congressman from the 23rd District met with Weber Knapp President Rhonda Johnson and Manufacturers … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Manufacturers Association of the Southern Tier, Nick Langworthy, Rhonda Johnson, Todd Tranum, Weber Knapp

City Grant Fund for Non-Profits Now Accepting Applications

March 20, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Non-profits can now apply for American Rescue Plan funding through the City of Jamestown. The Jamestown Department of Development has opened the application period for the Non-Profit Assistance grant program. Non-Profits that have been impacted by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Rescue Plan, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Department of Development, Non-Profit Assistance Program

Jamestown BPU Seeking Comment on Microgrid Grant Application

March 20, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

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The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities is seeking public comment on the development of a microgrid. The BPU is applying for a grant through the U.S. Department of Energy to develop the grid that would serve core customers and provide a high level … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Beneficial Electrification League, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, U.S. Department of Energy

Jamestown School Board Petition Process Begins March 20

March 20, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Petitions for the Jamestown Board of Education election on May 16 are available to residents interested in running for the school board. There will be three board seats on the May 16 ballot, each for a three-year term, beginning July 1, 2023. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Christine Schnars, Jamestown School Board, Paul Abbott, Shelly Leathers

Cornell Coop Extension Celebrating Agriculture Literacy Week

March 20, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County is celebrating National Agriculture Week as well as Agriculture Literacy Week March 20 through 24. This year, over 2,500 Chautauqua County elementary students will celebrate the week by having the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Agriculture Literacy Week, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County, Molly Brown, National Agriculture Week, Padma Lakshmi

Jamestown Local Development Corporation Approves Over $360,000 for Chadakoin River Bank Stabilization, Debris Removal

March 17, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Local Development Corporation board has approved over $360,000 toward Chadakoin River bank stabilization and debris removal. Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Conservation Director Twan Leenders presented a request for $362,925 in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Rescue Plan, Chadakoin River, Chadakoin River Basin Activation Initiative, Chautauqua County Soil and Water Conservation District, Chautauqua Institution, Chautauqua Lake, Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra, Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Local Development Corporation, Main Street Bridge, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Salman Rushdie, Twan Leenders, Warner Dam

2022 Accomplishment Presented to Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency Board

March 17, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency board received a report on accomplishments for 2022. Director of Development Crystal Surdyk presented to the JURA board on the list. She said there were 1,125 code enforcement and zoning inspections done in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: CARES Act, Chadakoin River Basin Activation Initiative, City of Jamestown Comprehensive Plan, Code Blue emergency shelter, Code Enforcement Officer, Community Development Block Grant, Crystal Surdyk, housing code enforcement, Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency, Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency Board

Law Enforcement Reminding Folks to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Responsibly

March 17, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Law enforcement is reminding folks to celebrate responsibly this St. Patrick's Day weekend. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said as people gather at bars and pubs today and following … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Sheriffs Office, Jim Quattrone, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, St. Patrick's Day

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