A weekly program, hosted by Norman Rodriguez, focusing on the latest news and information on the national and regional sports scene, including the Buffalo Bills and Sabres. Broadcasting every Wednesday night at 7pm on WRFA. … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – April 20, 2023
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 APR 20 … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Approves $101 Million Budget With No Tax Levy Increase
The Jamestown School Board has approved the $101,475,987 2023-24 School year budget that includes no tax levy increase. The biggest increase in revenues came in a $9.5 million increase in State Foundation aid. Finance and Budget Director … [Read more...]
NYS Board of Regents Approves Regulation That Schools Must Retire Native American-Themed Logos, Mascots by 2025
The New York State Board of Regents voted Tuesday that Native American-themed logos and mascots must be retired by 2025 unless schools get approval from a recognized Native American tribe to keep them. Schools that don't comply risk losing their … [Read more...]
Solar Liberty Suing Town of Busti For Withdrawing Company’s Solar Panel System Application
Solar Liberty Energy Systems is suing the town of Busti for withdrawing the company's application to build a solar panel system. Solar Liberty filed an application with the town in December 2020 to build a solar panel system at 1255 South Main … [Read more...]
Black/African-American, Latino Communities Invited to IDEA Coalition Town Hall Follow-Up
Black/African American and Latino community members are invited to a follow up meeting to town halls held in February and March. The I.D.E.A. Coalition held the meetings as opportunities to engage directly with members of marginalized populations … [Read more...]
Law Enforcement Targeting Drug-Impaired Driving April 20
Law enforcement will be stepping up patrols and targeting drug-impaired driving today. The State Police, Department of Motor Vehicles, and the Governor's Traffic Safety Committee remind motorists that driving under the influence of drugs and … [Read more...]
Portion of Buffalo Street Closed April 20 for Sewer Line Repair
A portion of Buffalo Street will be closed Thursday, April 20 for a sewer line repair. The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities announced traffic will be closed on Buffalo Street between Falconer and Haywood Streets. Buffalo Street also will be … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Hears Case to Bring Ombudsman Position Back
Jamestown City Council heard the case for bringing back the Ombudsman position to fill human resources needs. Corporation Counsel Elliot Raimondo has requested the title be brought back to replace the recently vacant Assistant Corporation Counsel … [Read more...]
County Legislature Considering Property Tax Exemption for Volunteer Firefighters, Ambulance Workers
The Chautauqua County Legislature is considering a property tax exemption for volunteer fire fighters and ambulance workers. Legislator Terry Niebel and County Attorney Pat Slagle presented the proposal to the Administrative Services Committee to … [Read more...]
