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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

New General Manager Of Chautauqua Lake Association Announced

August 14, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua Lake Association Board of Directors has announced that Heather Nolan-Caskey is their new General Manager, replacing former Executive Director Doug Conroe. Nolan-Caskey brings extensive experience in project management, in-lake … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua Lake Association, Doug Conroe, Heather Nolan-Caskey

Sen. Schumer Visits JCC In Support Of Job Corps Program

August 13, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer visited Jamestown Community College to show his support for keeping the Job Corps program open. Schumer said the Trump administration is not only targeting Job Corps centers for closure, but in his recent budget request, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Cassadaga Job Corp, Chuck Schumer, Donald Trump, Jamestown Community College, Job Corp

NYS Offers Tips To College Students To Avoid Scams, Stay Safe At School

August 13, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

New York State is offering tips for students heading to college to help them avoid scams and to be safe while at school. Secretary of State Walter Mosley said, “Starting or returning to campus is an exciting time in young adulthood, but it also … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Walter Mosley

Virtual Foster Parent Orientation Scheduled For August 20

August 13, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services’ Home Finding Team is holding a Virtual Foster Parent Orientation on August 20. The information session will be held online from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to give attendees a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Audra Moeller, Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services, Foster Care, Foster Parent, Home Finding Team

Health Department Encourages People To Stay Informed About Harmful Algal Blooms

August 12, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Chautauqua County Health Department is encouraging all residents and visitors to stay informed about Harmful Algal Blooms and to exercise caution when enjoying recreational activities on area lakes. Currently, the beach at Long Point State … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chautauqua County Health Department, Chautauqua Lake, Findley Lake, Harmful Algal Blooms, Jessica Wuerstle, Long Point State Park, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Target Recalls Sugar Cookies

August 12, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Target has recalled sugar cookies sold in 20 states over fears of wood chip contamination. More than 800 cases of Favorite Day Bakery Frosted Sugar Cookies were recalled by the retailer on July 22. The cookies come in a 10-count box. The Food … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: recall, Target Corporation, U.S. Food and Drug Administration

Suicide Prevention Alliance Announces Upcoming Launch Of Sudden Lost Care Team

August 12, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County has announced the upcoming launch of the Sudden Loss Care Team. The team is a volunteer-based postvention program designed to provide immediate emotional support to families and individuals … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Carri Raynor, Chautauqua County Coroner, Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene, Chautauqua County Sheriffs Office, Sudden Loss Care Team, Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County, Suicide Prevention Center of New York

Maria Kindberg Consulting Retained As Project Lead Of The Capacity Lab

August 12, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The Capacity Lab’s Leadership Team has announced that Maria Kindberg Consulting has been retained as Project Lead. The Capacity Lab is an initiative focused on strengthening the nonprofit sector in Chautauqua County. With a vision of building … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Capacity Lab, Jamestown Community College Foundation, Maria Kindberg, Maria Kindberg Consulting

Energy, Affordable Housing Some Topics Discussed At Chamber Elected Officials Event

August 11, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Energy and affordable housing were a couple of the topics discussed with State and Chautauqua County officials at a CHQ Chamber luncheon event on Friday. The panel included State Senator George Borrello, Assemblyman Andrew Molitor, and County … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Andrew Molitor, CHQ Chamber, Climate Act, Dan Heitzenrater, George Borrello, Marcellus shale, NRG, nuclear power, PJ Wendel

Ripley Woman’s Body Discovered After Fire In Westfield

August 11, 2025 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Ripley woman’s body was discovered during a fire investigation in the town of Westfield. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office and Fire Investigation team were investigating a fire at a camper and small structure located at 7984 McKinley Road … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Alice Waters, Chautauqua County Fire Investigation Team, Chautauqua County Sheriffs Office, Fatal Fire, Ripley, town of Westfield

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