WRFA-LP 107.9 FM

A listener supported, non-commercial, low power FM radio station in Jamestown, NY.


Stream WRFA

  • Home
  • News
    • Local News
    • WRFA Election Coverage 2025
    • Local Arts and Entertainment
    • Station News and Events
    • Audio Posts
    • Video
  • Listen
  • Programming Guide
    • Interactive Schedule
    • I Remember
    • YWCA Jamestown Broadscast
    • Arts on Fire LIVE
  • Local Shows
    • Alex’s Variety Hour
    • Arts on Fire
    • Arts on Fire LIVE
    • Chautauqua Lectures
    • Chautauqua Sunrise with Doc Hamels
    • Community Matters
    • Da Platform
    • Da Unwind
    • Diamond Run Radio
    • The Latin Inspiration
    • Local Rush Hour
    • Power Chord Hour
    • Remembering Rock n Roll
    • Small Things Considered
    • Stormin Norman’s Prime Time Sports Show
    • The Swedish Hour
    • Third Street Garage
    • YWCA Jamestown Broadscast
  • Audio Vault
  • About
    • Join the WRFA Team
    • E-Newsletter Sign Up
  • Donate
    • WRFA Supporters
  • Contact
You are here: Home / Archives for News / Local News

Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Sundquist to Release State of the City Address

January 30, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist will be releasing his State of the City Address today. Sundquist's speech will be livestreamed at noon today on jamestownny.gov/live. A copy of his remarks will then be posted on the city's website and linked on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Eddie Sundquist, State of the City

Reg Lenna Holding Free Event to Kick Off 100th Anniversary of The Palace Theatre

January 30, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Reg Lenna Center for The Arts is holding a free public event to kick off the Palace Theatre's 100th Anniversary this Sunday. The event at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, February 5 takes place 100 years to the day of the opening of the Palace … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Desi Arnaz, Harry Chapin, Hillary Meyer, Jack Black, Lucille Ball, Nikitas Dipson, palace theatre, Palace Theatre Centennial Celebration, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, Reginald and Elizabeth Lenna

NY Farm Bureau Sets 2023 Legislative Priorities

January 30, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The New York Farm Bureau has released its 2023 state legislative priorities which includes replenishing the Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund and full funding of the Environmental Protection Fund. Farm Bureau President David Fisher and Public … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Climate Act, David Fisher, Environmental Protection Fund, Jeff Williams, Minimum Wage, New York Farm Bureau, Nourish New York, Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund

Unemployment Up Slightly for Chautauqua, Cattaraugus Counties for December

January 30, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Unemployment ticked up slightly for Chautauqua and Cattaraugus Counties for December 2022. The New York State Department of Labor reports Chautauqua's rate for last month was 3.8% compared with 3.5% in November and 3.7% in December … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: New York State Department of Labor, Unemployment Rate

Over 70 Attend Meeting for Black-African American Community to Discuss Concerns

January 27, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Frustrations over being under-represented and experiences of racism were top concerns expressed by members of the Black and African American community at a meeting Thursday night. Over 70 people attended the meeting hosted by the Chautauqua County … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County IDEA Coalition, Leecroft Clarke, Racism

Two Injured in Car-School Bus Accident in North Harmony

January 27, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Two people were injured after a car and a school bus collided Thursday morning in the town of North Harmony. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office reports a car driven by 29-year old Tori Carlson of Jamestown went into the intersection of Bly … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Sheriffs Office, Jamestown Public Schools, Tori Carlson, Town of North Harmony

United Way Exceeds Campaign Goal

January 27, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has announced it has had one of its most successful fundraising campaigns in more than a decade. Executive Director Amy Rohler said the $1.3 million campaign goal was exceeded with a total of $1,370,232 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Amy Rohler, Danielle Stone, Denise Heppeler, Heather Turner, Jessica Crooks, Paige Grekulak, Sarina Lynn Rivera, United Way of Southern Chautauqua County

Doors Open Jamestown This Saturday, January 28

January 27, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Seventeen attractions in the Jamestown region are taking part in the Doors Open Jamestown this Saturday. The event from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on January 28 provides a free day at local museums and attractions. The Reg Lenna Center for the Arts … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Doors Open Jamestown, Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

Vietnam Veteran Ceremony for 50th Anniversary of Paris Peace Accords in Mayville Today

January 27, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A ceremony for Vietnam and Vietnam-era veterans will be held in Mayville today in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the Paris Peace Accords. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel is hosting the event at noon outside of the Chautauqua County … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Paris Peace Accords, PJ Wendel, Vietnam War

Fundraiser for Memorial Bench for Lexy Hughan Set for January 28

January 27, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A fundraising event for a memorial for Lexy Hughan is taking place this Saturday. Citizen Melissa Paterniti is hosting the event from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the YWCA Lake Lodge in Lakewood. The event will feature refreshments and a basket … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Dow Park, Lexy Hughan, Melissa Paterniti, Missy Paterniti

« Previous Page
Next Page »

Licensed by Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

Donate

On Air Now

  • Local Rush Hour
    with
Stream WRFA

Corporate Support

Donate to WRFA
Donate to WRFA

Recent News

  • City Council Members Grateful No Layoffs Proposed in 2027 Budget
  • $7.3 Million Contract Awarded To Remove Sediment, Install Wave Absorbing Structure In Barcelona Harbor
  • The Chautauqua Center Is Holding Mammogrammy Events This Week
WRFA LP 107.9 FM is licensed by the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown, NY.

Copyright © 2026 WRFALP.com 107.9 FM