BUFFALO, NY - A Cattaraugus County man who was also a member of the Kingsmen Motor Cycle Club has pleaded guilty to federal charges. U.S. Attorney William Hochul Jr. announced today that 45 year-old Emmett Green of Delevan pleaded guilty Monday to … [Read more...]
Third Suspect Charged in Brocton Robbery, Shooting Incident
BROCTON - A Meadville, Pennsylvania man will face charges following last month's shooting and attempted robbery at 64 Central Avenue in the village of Brocton. According to the Dunkirk Observer, Acting County D.A. Patrick Swanson says that … [Read more...]
Horrigan Holds Public Hearings on Charter Amendments
MAYVILLE - Chautauqua County executive Vince Horrigan is holding three public hearings today on local laws, which were approved by the county legislature in July. This afternoon Horrigan will hold a hearing at 1 p.m. on a local law involving the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Olivia Frances Interview and Performance
Originally airing Friday, Aug. 5, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample talks with singer/songwriter Olivia Frances about her music as well as several upcoming performances in the Chautauqua Region, including a set at the Chautauqua … [Read more...]
Ashville Free Library Starts GoFundMe Campaign Following Theft of Book Sale Money
ASHVILLE - The Ashville Free Library is thanking members of the community today as more than $1,000 was donated during the past 24 hours to help offset money that was lost during a recent theft. According to the library’s director Tabetha Butler, … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Amy Rohler Discusses Community Helping Hands Block Party
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 4, 2016. Rev. Amy Rohler, executive director of the faith-based organization Community Helping Hands in Jamestown, talks with WRFA's Jason Sample about the organization and … [Read more...]
Plumb Campaign Criticizes Reed for Putting Wall Street Interests Before Constituents
JAMESTOWN - The John Plumb for Congress campaign is once again going on the offensive against Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23), accusing him of putting the interests of Wall Street before residents in the 23rd Congressional District. On … [Read more...]
Schumer Calls on USDA to Prepare for Offering Drought Relief to Regional Farmers
WASHINGTON - The drought that continues to affect much of Western New York has gained the attention of Senator Charles Schumer. Schumer is calling on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to begin the process of issuing a disaster declaration … [Read more...]
New Lucy Statue Unveiled in Celoron
CELORON - A brand new statue of Lucille Ball was unveiled to much fanfare and celebration on Saturday at the Lucille Ball Memorial Park in Celoron. The brand new statue was commissioned by the village following a fundraiser, with nationally … [Read more...]
Dallas Man Arrested in PA Following High-Speed Chase that Started in Chautauqua County
SHERMAN, NY - Chautauqua County Sheriff Deputies have arrested a man from Dallas, Texas after he was allegedly involved in a high speed chase early Sunday morning on Interstate 86. The sheriff’s office says the incident took place Sunday just … [Read more...]
