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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

‘A Cut Above’ Art Exhibit Opens at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Wednesday

April 18, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

An art installation on grief and healing opens at St. Luke's Episcopal Church this Wednesday. "A Cut Above" by Jamestown native Lindsey Erickson opens at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 27 at the church on 410 North Main Street and will include a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Lindsey Erickson, Mental Health Association in Chautauqua County, St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

Senator Chuck Schumer Touts $10 Million in Waterfront Infrastructure Projects in Dunkirk

April 15, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer touted $10 million in funding for waterfront infrastructure projects in Dunkirk Thursday. Schumer, in a visit to the Dunkirk harbor, said that the funding is part of the Fiscal Year 2022 omnibus, which includes $8 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2022 Omnibus Bill, Barcelona Harbor, Cattaraugus Creek, Chuck Schumer, Daniel Patrick Moynihan, Dunkirk Harbor, Federal Infrastructure Transportation Bill, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Village of Mayville

NYS Cannabis Control Board Approves 52 Conditional Cultivator Licenses to Farms

April 15, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The State Cannabis Control Board has approved 52 conditional cultivator licenses to farms. These are the first adult-use cannabis licenses granted in New York State and they advance the Seeding Opportunity Initiative. Governor Kathy Hochul said … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: cannabis, Cannabis Conditional Cultivator Licenses, Cannabis Control Board, cannabis cultivator license, Kathy Hochul, Marijuana Regulation and Tax Act, MRTA, New York State Office of Cannabis Management, Seeding Opportunity Initiative

Rep. Tom Reed One of 398 Members of Congress Sanctioned by Russia

April 15, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Congressman Tom Reed is one 398 members of the U.S. House of Representatives included in a sanctions list by Russia. Newsweek reported also included on that list is several Republican representatives who have been accused of making comments … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: House of Representatives, Madison Cawthorn, Marjorie Taylor Greene, Matt Gaetz, Russia, Russia-Ukraine Invasion, Russian Foreign Ministry, Russian State Duma, Tom Reed

City Opens Application Process to Artists to Design, Install Murals on Spring Street Ramp

April 15, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The City of Jamestown is inviting artists to submit applications to design and install murals on the Spring Street Parking Garage. The City received a $5,000 grant from Art Services, Inc. for this project as well as provide a point of entry to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Art Services Inc., City of Jamestown, Ellen Shadle, Spring Street Parking Garage, Spring Street Parking Ramp

Several Easter Egg Hunts Planned for Saturday, April 16

April 15, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Several Easter Egg Hunt events will be taking place Saturday, April 16 in Chautauqua County. The Chautauqua Safety Village will hold its 10th annual Easter Carnival from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The carnival takes place at the village on the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua Safety Village, Easter Egg Hunt, Linda K. Memorial Easter Egg Hunt

Jamestown Parks Open For Season April 15

April 15, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

City of Jamestown Parks open for the season as of Friday, April 15. All facilities and bathrooms will be open for use to the public. For more information on events, amenities, and pavilion rentals, you may call the Jamestown Parks Department at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Parks, Jamestown Parks Department, Jamestown Parks Recreation and Conservation Department

Former Chautauqua County Executive Jack Glenzer Has Died

April 14, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Former Chautauqua County Executive Jack Glenzer has died. Dr. John "Jack" Glenzer died Sunday, April 10 at UPMC Hamot in Erie, Pennsylvania. He was 91. He had served as Chautauqua County’s second County Executive and first Republican County … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andy Goodell, George Borrello, Jack Glenzer, PJ Wendel

Federal Transportation Mask Mandate Extended Until May 3

April 14, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Federal transportation mask mandate is being extended for another 15 days. CNN reports individuals traveling aboard airplanes, trains and on public transportation in the United States will be required to wear a mask until at least early … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: BA.2 subvariant, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Chautauqua County Health Department, COVID-19, Omicron variant, Transportation Security Administration, TSA, Universal mask requirements

The Chautauqua Center Begins Move of Dunkirk Offices

April 14, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua Center has begun moving its Dunkirk offices into a new space. The 314 and 319 Central Avenue locations have been moved and closed with the new building being located at 75 East Third Street. The move is taking place in a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: The Chautauqua Center

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