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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

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

Public Meeting on Reactivating Lakeside Park, Rt 394 in Mayville Scheduled

April 14, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A public input session on a draft plan to bring activity to Lakeside Park and Route 394 in Mayville has been scheduled for Monday, May 25. The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth, the Chautauqua Region Economic Development … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth, Chautauqua Region Economic Development Corporation, Mayville Lakeside Park, Mayville Strategic Waterfront Activation, Village of Mayville, West Lake Road

Rotary Donates 14 Pairs of Language Interpreter Earbuds to Jamestown Schools

April 14, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Rotary Club of Jamestown has donated 14 pairs of Ambassador Interpreter earbuds to Jamestown Public Schools for use with English as a New Language students and staff. The earbuds allow students and staff to hear conversations translated in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Public Schools, Rotary Club

Robert H. Jackson Center Board Extends President Kristan McMahon’s Contract

April 14, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Robert H. Jackson Center President Kristan McMahon's contract has been extended for an additional three years. The Center's Board of Directors voted unanimously to extend the contract through April 2025. At the conclusion of this next contract, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Kristan McMahon, Robert H. Jackson Center

NY Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin Resigns Following Arrest on Campaign Finance Fraud Charges

April 13, 2022 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

CNN reports New York Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin resigned Tuesday after being arrested and indicted on campaign finance fraud charges. Governor Kathy Hochul said in a statement that she had "accepted Brian Benjamin's resignation effective … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Ana Maria Archila, Andrew Cuomo, Brian Benjamin, Diana Reyna, Kathy Hochul, Thomas Suozzi

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