MAYVILLE - The trial involving a murder of a city man last summer continued in Mayville Thursday with the defense calling its witnesses to the stand. The case involves a charge of 2nd degree murder against 54-year-old David Waggoner, who is … [Read more...]
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The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Forestville Man Pleads Guilty to Charges Related to Child Pornography
BUFFALO - A north county man has pleaded guilty to federal charges related to child pornography. Th U.S. Attorney's Office in Buffalo says 51 year old Richard Miller of Forestville pleaded guilty this week to receipt and possession of child … [Read more...]
Despite Age, Democratic Senate Candidate Feels He’s the Right Choice to Represent the 57th District in Albany
FREEDOM, NY - The Democratic candidate running for Cathy Young's (R-Olean) recently-vacated State Senate seat says that despite his age, he's still just as capable and qualified to represent voters in the 57th district when compared to the other two … [Read more...]
Marijuana Issue Won’t be Dealt with in State Budget
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo said that a bill legalizing marijuana - and the revenue anticipated from such a proposal - would not be included in the state's upcoming budget. However, the governor also is predicting that the state legislature would … [Read more...]
NCC Aquires Dick Van Dyke Show Script Archives
JAMESTOWN - The National Comedy Center made a major announcement on Wednesday involving a legendary TV Producer and TV Program. The NCC joined legendary producer, director, and writer Carl Reiner in announcing an initiative to digitally preserve … [Read more...]
GOP Candidates for Mayor will Appear at Separate Downtown Meet-and-Greet Events on March 23 and March 26
JAMESTOWN - The Republican candidates for mayor in the 2019 Election will appear at two separate events in the coming days to help raise awareness of and gain support for their campaign. On Saturday morning, March 23, Candidate for mayor Andrew … [Read more...]
Borrello Receives Endorsement from All County Republican Committees in 57th Senate District
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County Executive George Borrello (R-Irving) has now been endorsed by all four county Republican committees in the 57th State Senate District. Borrello is vying for the vacated seat previously held by Cathy Young (R-Olean), … [Read more...]
Reed Discusses Airport, Tours YWCA During Recent Visit to Jamestown
JAMESTOWN - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) was in Chautauqua County this week to meet with officials, including County Executive George Borrello, to discuss the county airport. In addition, he made time to stop by the YWCA in Jamestown to learn … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Health Director Responds to Latest Health Ratings
MAYVILLE - County health officials are reacting to the latest health rankings involving Chautauqua County and were it stands compared to other counties across the state. As WRFA reported on Tuesday, among the 62 counties in New York, Chautauqua … [Read more...]
Waggoner Murder Trial Continues in Mayville
MAYVILLE - The trial involving a murder of a city man last summer continues in Mayville this week with the prosecution wrapping up its case on Tuesday. The Jamestown Post-Journal reports District Attorney Patrick Swanson rested his case against 54 … [Read more...]
