WRFA, along with media partners, the Jamestown Post-Journal and Media One Group, will host a Chautauqua County Executive candidates debate this Thursday, October 16. The debate will feature incumbent Republican candidate PJ Wendel and Democratic … [Read more...]
Latest News from Jamestown NY
The latest community news from the Jamestown, N.Y. and the Chautauqua County Region.
Chautauqua County Now Under Drought Warning
Chautauqua County has joined nine other counties in the Great Lakes region in being upgraded to a drought warning. New York State is encouraging all residents, including those dependent on private groundwater wells, to conserve water whenever … [Read more...]
Documentary ‘American Creed’ To Be Shown At Jackson Center For Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Three local organizations are inviting the community to come to a documentary screening as part of National Indigenous Peoples' Day. On Monday, October 13 at 7:00 p.m., St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, the New Neighbors Coalition, and the Robert H. … [Read more...]
Audubon Open For Free Oct. 13
The Audubon Community Nature Center will be open for free on Monday, October 13 in recognition of Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The holiday celebrates and honors Indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures. Building … [Read more...]
Proposed 2026 City of Jamestown Budget Raises Tax Rate 7.5%
A loss in property values combined with increases in health insurance and retirement costs has led to a 7.5% tax rate increase in Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund's proposed 2026 city budget. The $45.57 million spending plan increases appropriations by … [Read more...]
Jamestown Post-Journal: Man Charged With Murder, Arson
The Jamestown Post-Journal is reporting that a Westfield man has been charged with murder and arson in the fire that killed a Ripley woman in August. 40-year old Jonathan Wilson has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder, 3rd Degree Arson and … [Read more...]
Jamestown Public Schools Receives ‘Clean Audit’
The Jamestown Public Schools District received a “clean” audit for the 2024-25 school year. Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker said he was told the “clean audit” is the highest level that an audit can receive, “So, they found no challenges, … [Read more...]
Reg Lenna Memory Cafe Will Feature Watercolors On Oct. 14
Watercolors will be featured at the next Memory Café at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts. The free event takes place at noon on Tuesday, October 14. Memory Café at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts is a FREE respite and arts program for people with … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Meet The Candidates Forum Tonight
Don’t forget to tune into the Jamestown City Council Meet the Candidate’s forum tonight at 6:00 p.m. The forum will feature eight of the candidates running for City Council in the November 4 General Election. You’ll have the opportunity to … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Asked To Look At Limiting Number Of Cats Allowed In Homes
A landlord has requested Jamestown City Council look at expanding the current limit on the number of dogs allowed in a residence to include cats. Robin Persaud of Lakewood, speaking to the City Council Housing Committee, said that while there is a … [Read more...]
