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Latest News from Jamestown NY

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

Sanders Draws Nearly 12,000 at Buffalo Rally

April 12, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

BUFFALO - Vermont senator And Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders was in Buffalo Monday night and more than 11,000 supporters reportedly came out to hear his message. During his 90-minute address, Sanders asked audience members to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2016 Election, Bernie Sanders, Democratic Presidential Primary, Hillary Clinton

City Zoning Board will be Lead Agent in Sheldon House Review Process

April 12, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council will be acting on a resolution later this month involving the future of the Sheldon House on Lakeview Ave. The property, which is currently owned by Jamestown Community College – has been up for sale with the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Community College, Jamestown Zoning Board of Appeals, Lynn Development Group, Sam Teresi, Sheldon House

Public Information Meeting on Tracy Plaza Renovation Set for Tuesday Afternoon

April 12, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - The city of Jamestown’s Public works Director is inviting the public to City Hall Tuesday afternoon so residents can learn more about a plan involving the future development of Tracy Plaza. DPW Director Jeff Lehman said that his … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Consolidated Funding Application, Jeff Lehman, Tracy Plaza

Bernie in Buffalo on Monday Night

April 11, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

BUFFALO - The presidential primary election is continuing to heat up across New York State, including here in Western New York, as another candidate prepares to make an appearance. Monday will mark the second visit to Buffalo by a 2016 candidate, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2016 Election, 2016 Presidential Election, Bernie Sanders, Democratic Presidential Primary, Hillary Clinton

New Poll Finds More Americans Trust Clinton Over Trump

April 11, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

WASHINGTON - The Associated Press is reporting that a new poll finds that American’s trust Democratic front runner Hillary Clinton more than GOP front runner Donald Trump. The new AP-Gfk poll finds that Americans trust the Clinton more than the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2016 Election, 2016 Presidential Election, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton

County GOP Chair, Former County Executive Endorse Trump for President

April 11, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY - Donald Trump has garnered more support from Republican leaders in Chautauqua County, compared to the other two Republican candidates still involved in the race. Last month Chautauqua County's representative in Congress Tom Reed … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Allan Hendrickson, Alphonse D'Amato, Amo Houghton, Chautauqua County Republican Committee, Donald Trump, Greg Edwards, John Kasich, Republican Presidential Primary, Tom Reed, Vince Horrigan

Prendergast To Observe National Library Week

April 11, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - Prendergast Library will celebrate National Library Week April 10-16 by presenting a variety of activities for children and adults and a performance by the mayor of Jamestown. "Today’s libraries are not just about what we have for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: James Prendergast Library, Sam Teresi, Tina Scott

[WATCH] Cirque Mechanics to Appear at Reg Lenna on Sunday, April 10

April 8, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

JAMESTOWN - What has 90 wheels, 10 performers, weighs over 3,000 pounds and fits in a 26 foot truck? The answer is coming to Jamestown when the steampunk circus, Cirque Mechanics, presents Pedal Punk at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts this Sunday at … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News, Video Tagged With: Cirque Mechanics, Pedal Punk, Reg Lenna Center for the Arts

Cattaraugus County Democrat Announces Candidacy for 57th State Senate Seat

April 8, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

SOUTH VALLEY, NY -A resident of Cattaraugus County has announced his intention to run for State Senate. 33 year-old Lee Hyson will be a candidate for the Democratic Party in the race for the 57th New York State Senate District that encompasses … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2016 Election, 57th NY Senate District, Cathy Young, Lee Hyson, Patricia McGee, State Senate

Clinton in Buffalo on Friday for Campaign Rally, Trump Schedule’s Buffalo Rally for April 17

April 8, 2016 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

BUFFALO - The race to the presidential primary election day for New York State is underway. The primary won’t be taking place until Tuesday, April 19, but the major candidates have already started stumping in areas of the Empire State, with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 2016 Election, 2016 Presidential Election, Bernie Sanders, Bill Clinton, Democratic Presidential Primary, Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, John Kasich, Norman Green, Republican Presidential Primary, Sam Teresi, Ted Cruz

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