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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

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

County Legislature Opts Into Opioid Settlement, Will Receive Over $957,000

January 26, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Legislature has approved opting into an opioid settlement that will bring in over $957,000 to the county. State Attorney General Letitia James secured a $523 million settlement with Teva Pharmaceutical Industries last year … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Legislature, Letitia James, Opioid Lawsuit, Opioid Settlement, Pat Slagle, Teva Pharmaceuticals

Legislature Approves Creation of Media Information Officer with Some Contention

January 26, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Legislature has approved the creation of a County Media Information Officer position, but not without some contention. The position will be charged with disseminating all county communications and will be located in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Billy Torres, Chautauqua County Legislature, Elisabeth Rankin, Lisa Vanstrom, Media Information Officer, Susan Parker, Terry Neibel, Tom Nelson

CCIDA Officials Say 2022 ‘Epic’ Year for Chautauqua County

January 26, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency officials report 2022 was an "epic" year for Chautauqua County. CCIDA CEO and Deputy County Executive for Economic Development Mark Geise presented the 2022 Annual Report on the CCIDA to the Board on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2022 CCIDA Annual Report, Al-Tech Revolving Loan Fund, CARES Act Loan Fund, Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency, Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency Board, Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth, Chautauqua Region Economic Development Corporation, Furniture Mart Building, Hotel Lenhart, Mark Geise, Truck-Lite

IDEA Coalition Community Meeting for Black/African Americans Tonight at Love School

January 26, 2023 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County I.D.E.A. Coalition is holding a community meeting to discuss issues specific to the Black/African American Community tonight. The meeting will take place at 6:00 p.m. at Love Elementary School and is open to the … [Read more...]

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

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