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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Children of Carl Reiner Attend Ribbon Cutting of Exhibit on Acclaimed Comedian at National Comedy Center

July 28, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The children of Carl Reiner were in Jamestown Wednesday to cut the ribbon a exhibit honoring his work at the National Comedy Center. Actor and Director Rob Reiner, Writer Annie Reiner, and Artist Lucas Reiner were joined by Comedy Center Executive … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Annie Reiner, Carl Reiner, Journey Gunderson, Lucas Reiner, National Comedy Center, Rob Reiner

CCIDA Approves Loans for New Brewery in Westfield

July 28, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency Board has approved loans for a new brewery in Westfield. The board approved two Al Tech Revolving Loans for 3811 Holdings, LLC which is doing business as Ghostfish Brewing Company East. The first … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 3811 Holdings LLC, Barry Sharp, Carol Rasmussen, Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency, Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency Board, Fountain Bowl, Ghostfish Brewing Company East, Lawton Boat Motors, MW Graphics, Sharp Print Services

Hydropower Allocation Could Lead to New Jobs, Investments by Battery Developer in Jamestown Area

July 27, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A hydropower allocation should help portable lithium-ion battery developer, Electrovaya, expand and create 100 jobs in the Greater Jamestown area. The New York Power Authority Board of Trustees approved Tuesday a more than 1.5-megawatt low-cost … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Acu-Rite, Electrovaya, Kathy Hochul, New York Power Authority Board of Trustees

Chautauqua County Legislature to Vote on Reapportionment Maps, New District 10 Legislator

July 27, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Legislature will vote on two proposals for reapportionment at its monthly meeting tonight. On the agenda are a local law setting new legislative districts at 17, which is a decrease from the current 19 district map. The other … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Administrative Services Committee, Chautauqua County Landfill, Chautauqua County Landfill Commission, Chautauqua County Legislature, County Reapportionment, Jamie Gustafson, Ken Lawton, Pierre Chagnon, Susan Parker

Jamestown City Council Approves Moving Forward with Vision Zero Traffic Safety Strategy

July 27, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown City Council has approved the city moving forward with a pedestrian and traffic safety strategy. Mayor Eddie Sundquist said the city is applying for a federal grant to help create the Vision Zero Plan for the city, "It is essentially an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Rescue Plan, Bill Johnston, Brendan Fagan, Broadband Ad-Hoc Committee, City Comprehensive Plan, Complete Streets Initiative, Dan Swackhammer, Eddie Sundquist, Greg Rabb, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Planning Commission, Jamestown Public Schools, Jamestown School Board, John LaMancuso, Phillip Zimmerman, Vision Zero Strategy, zoning code

Chautauqua Institution, National Comedy Center Present Centennial Celebration of Carl Reiner Tonight

July 27, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Chautauqua Institution, in partnership with the National Comedy Center, will mark the centennial year of late comedy legend Carl Reiner tonight at the Amphitheater. National Comedy Center Executive Director Journey Gunderson said the program will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Annie Reiner, Carl Reiner, Chautauqua Institution, Dick Van Dyke, Journey Gunderson, Lily Tomlin, Lucas Reiner, Mel Brooks, National Comedy Center, Pat Hazell, Rob Reiner, Steve Martin

Jamestown Municipal Band Performs ‘Children’s Concert’ Tonight

July 27, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Jamestown Municipal Band will play a "Children's Concert" at the Allen Park Bandshell tonight. The free concert starts at 7:00 p.m. and will feature music from "The Madalorian," "How to Train Your Dragon," "Pirates of the Caribbean," "Beauty … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Allen Park, Goranson Bandshell, Greg Cross, Jamestown Municipal Band, Jennie Cross, Summer Bandshell Concert Series

City Council Approves Firefighter’s Contract, Appointment of New Comptroller

July 26, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Jamestown City Council has approved a new contract with the Jamestown Firefighter's Union. This is the second time Council voted on a contract this year after voting down the one presented to them in January. Council President Tony Dolce said … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Rescue Plan, American Rescue Plan Act, Eddie Sundquist, Financial Restructuring Board, Fleet Maintenance Building, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown DPW Vehicle Maintenance Building, Jamestown Professional Firefighters Association, Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency, Jeff Lehman, Joe Bellitto, John Sellstrom, Ryan Thompson, Tony Dolce

WHO Declares Global Emergency Over Monkeypox Outbreak

July 26, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The World Health Organization has declared a global emergency over the monkeypox outbreak. Reueters reports the declaration is designed to trigger a coordinated international response and could unlock funding to collaborate on sharing vaccines and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Kathy Hochul, monkeypox, New York State Department of Health, World Health Organization

City Provides Webpage for Homeowners, Businesses Looking for ARPA Grant Applications

July 26, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The City of Jamestown has a new web page for homeowners and businesses looking for American Rescue Plan Act funded grant applications. The new web page is https://www.jamestownny.gov/rescuegrants/ The information lists program eligibility … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Rescue Plan, American Rescue Plan Act, City of Jamestown, Jamestown City Council

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