THE WRFA ROCK AND ROLL RUNDOWN A listing of live entertainment events happening in the greater Jamestown area. Have an event you want us to know about? Use the contact page on our website or send an email to WRFA @ RegLenna.com. THU FEB 01 … [Read more...]
UCAN Mission Closed Following Asbestos Discovery
The UCAN Mission is in turmoil after the discovery of asbestos shut down the facility and its Executive Director resigned. A post by UCAN Mission Board Chair Sharon Hamilton on the agency's Facebook page stated that asbestos was found on the … [Read more...]
Doors Open Jamestown To Take Place Saturday, Feb. 3
The 20th year of Doors Open Jamestown will take place this Saturday, February 3. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, people can visit eighteen local museums and attractions for free during what would otherwise be a slow time of … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Nominates Steven G. James as NYS Police Superintendent
Governor Kathy Hochul has nominated Steven G. James to serve as the Superintendent of the New York State Police. Acting Superintendent James will lead the New York State Police in an acting role as he awaits confirmation by the Senate. James … [Read more...]
Audubon Looking For Sponsors For 2024 Season
The Audubon Community Nature Center is looking for sponsors for its 2024 season of events. This year's events include: - Audubon Lights – March 22-April 6 - Dragons and Fairies Festival – June 15 - Wild 5K – July 27 - Monarch Butterfly … [Read more...]
Federal Newborn Screening Advisory Committee Votes To Add Krabbe Disease To Newborn Screening Panel
The Federal Newborn Screening Advisory Committee has voted to add Krabbe Leukodystrophy Disease to the recommended newborn screening panel. The addition is considered a huge victory for former Buffalo Bills' Jim Kelly's Hunter’s Hope … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Signs Rape Is Rape Act Into Law
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed the Rape is Rape Act into law. The legislation updates the definition of rape in the penal code to ensure that additional forms of nonconsensual, forced sexual conduct can be prosecuted as rape. Its provisions are … [Read more...]
Effort To Update Jamestown’s Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code Moving Forward
An effort to update the City of Jamestown's Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code for the first time in over 25 years is moving forward. Jamestown City Council approved a resolution to contract with C&S Companies of Buffalo in the amount of … [Read more...]
NYS To Participate In Summer EBT Program
New York State will participate in the Summer EBT program which will provide meals to two million low-income school-aged children in the state. Governor Kathy Hochul opted the state into the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Summer Electronic … [Read more...]
JCC Cuts Ribbon On New Virtual Reality Room
Jamestown Community College has cut the ribbon on a new virtual and augmented reality room in the Sheldon Center. The college was awarded a $12,500 Innovative Instruction Technology Grant through SUNY to create the room. Interim Vice President … [Read more...]
