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BPU Annexation Litigation Case Coming To An End

April 23, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The litigation regarding the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Annexation of the Dow Street Substation is coming to an end. The BPU Board approved a settlement agreement at its monthly meeting Monday that will now go to the town of Ellicott, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Annexation, Chautauqua County Supreme Court, Dow Street Substation, Falconer Central School District, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities, Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Board, New York 4th Appellate Division, Sam Teresi, Town of Ellicott, Village of Falconer

Jamestown Man Arrested In Infant’s Death

April 23, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A Jamestown man has been arrested in the death of an infant. Jamestown Police say they were made aware about a suspicious death of a child that happened on April 13 on Maple Street in the City. Following an investigation, police arrested 25-year … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Jamestown Police, Matthew Nuttall

NYS To Receive Nearly $250 Million To Help Families Get Access to Solar Power

April 23, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

New York State will receive nearly $250 million to help families get access to solar power. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said the $249.8 million in federal funding for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Chuck Schumer, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, NYSERDA, Solar Energy, Solar for All grant

Jamestown Tarp Skunks Announce 2024 Season

April 23, 2024 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

The Jamestown Tarp Skunks have announced their 2024 season. The first home game for the Tarp Skunks will take place against the Batavia Muckdogs at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 30 at Russell E. Diethrick Stadium. A free tailgate festival will take … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Batavia Muckdogs, Chautauqua Region Community Foundation, Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, Jamestown Community College, Jamestown Tarp Skunks, Live CHQ, Russell E. Diethrick Stadium, Wegmans

NYS Legislature Passes 2024-25 State Budget

April 22, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

The New York State Legislature passed a $237 billion dollar budget Saturday, two weeks after the 2024-25 budget was due. Governor Kathy Hochul issued a statement saying, "This budget agreement represents the most significant improvement in housing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Aid and Incentives to Municipalities, cannabis, EmpireAI Consortium, George Borrello, Kathy Hochul, migrant crisis, New York Conference of Mayors, New York State Budget, New York State Legislature, State Aid

City Council To Review Resolutions To Apply For, Accept Grants

April 22, 2024 By WRFA Radio 1 Comment

Jamestown City Council will review a resolution requesting additional ARPA funds for the city's accounting software. According to the staff report, an additional $73,316 in American Rescue Plan funds are being requested for Springbrook … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: American Rescue Plan, Chautauqua County District Attorneys Office, Furniture Mart Building, Jamestown City Council, Jamestown Parks Recreation and Conservation Department, Jamestown Police Department, Prendergast Landing Project, Restore New York, Russell E. Diethrick Stadium, Springbrook financial accounting and payroll software

Fire Destroys Vacant Home in Jamestown

April 22, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

A fire destroyed a home on Forest Avenue in the City of Jamestown on Saturday. The house, located at 131 Forest Avenue, next to Pilgrim United Church of Christ was owned by Jack Smith. The Jamestown Post-Journal reports the house was vacant. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: 131 Forest Avenue Fire, Jack Smith, Pilgrim United Church of Christ

Waiting Room ‘Wellness Trails’ Installed at TCC Locations

April 22, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

New "Wellness Trails" have been installed in waiting rooms for The Chautauqua Center. SNAP-Ed NY, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua have announced a partnership with The Waterfront Foundation’s Waterfront Health … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Local News Tagged With: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County, Office of Temporary Assistance Disability, SNAP-Ed NY, The Chautauqua Center, The Waterfront Foundation

[LISTEN] Your Spending Swap With John Cross – Ep 35 – 9 Steps of the Barefoot Investor PART 1

April 19, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Each week John Cross takes time to offer tips and suggestions on how to make wise spending decisions to get the most out of your financial resources. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Audio Tagged With: anthony merchant, John Cross, Your Spending Swap, Your Spending Swap With John Cross

[LISTEN] The Swedish Hour – April 21, 2024

April 19, 2024 By WRFA Radio Leave a Comment

Take a tour of Scandinavia without ever leaving Jamestown. The Swedish Hour is hosted by Gerd Brigiotta and provides listeners with a weekly opportunity to explore a wide and diverse selection of traditional Scandinavian music. Sundays at 3 a.m. (9 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Audio Tagged With: Gerd Brigiotta, Swedish Hour

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