Congressman Nick Langworthy has introduced legislation to prevent New York State from clawing back federal funds meant for counties. The "Protect Local Taxpayers Act" is in response to Governor Kathy Hochul’s Budget Proposal that would claw back … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Residents, Businesses Affected By Winter Storm Elliott Eligible for Federal Grants, Loans
Chautauqua County residents and small businesses affected by Winter Storm Elliott can now access federal grant and loan programs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of grants to assist residents in need of home … [Read more...]
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Ends at JCC
Jamestown Community College has ended its COVID-19 vaccination requirement for students. This coincides with the recent announcement from the State University of New York Chancellor John B. King and with the official declaration of the end of the … [Read more...]
Prendergast Library Holds DVD Sale
The James Prendergast Library is holding a DVD sale now through April 29. The special event features DVDs for sale at $2.00. The library’s regular book sale is ongoing during all library hours. During the regular sale, DVDs are $3.00-$5.00, … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Author TJ Buck
Author TJ Buck joined WRFA's Anthony Merchant to discuss his new book "Are You Ready to Die?", common misconceptions about writing a novel, how his writing process changes (and stays the same) over the years, books and music that TJ recommends and … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] YWCA Jamestown Broadscast: Ep 26 – National Laughter Month With Jane Fischer
YWCA Jamestown’s Broadscast features members of the local YWCA Jamestown team discussing a variety of issues and topics with various guests from the Jamestown and Chautauqua Region. On this episode the hosts talk about National Laughter Month with … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua Lake Boat User Fee Informational Meeting – April 13, 2023
This week's Community Matters features the informational meeting hosted by Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel on whether to pursue implementing a boat fee for users of Chautauqua Lake. … [Read more...]
NYS DEC, DOH Issue Air Quality Health Advisory for WNY
An air quality health advisory has been issued for Western New York today that includes Chautauqua County. The State Department of Environmental Conservation and State Department of Health have issued an advisory for the pollutant, ozone, from … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Debates Changing City Code Regarding Public Works Director
Jamestown City Council members don't seem in favor of removing a professional engineering certificate requirement for the Public Works Director position. An ordinance to amend the City Code to do just that came before council at its April 10 work … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Nominate Judge Rowan Wilson For Chief Judge
Governor Kathy Hochul has nominated Judge Rowan Wilson to serve New York State's highest Court. Wilson has served as Associate Judge of the Court of Appeals for the past six years. If confirmed, he would be the state’s first Black chief … [Read more...]
