WRFA’s Collin Wood takes a look at the Local Sports Scene and a brief discussion the professional sport world. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Stormin’ Norman’s Prime Time Sports Show – February 22, 2023
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...]
Town of Ellery Ask for County Legislature Support of Six-Point Plan for Chautauqua Lake
The Town of Ellery has asked the Chautauqua County Legislature to support and help implement a six-point plan for improvement of Chautauqua Lake. Legislator Lisa Vanstrom requested that Legislative Clerk Olivia Lee read the letter outlining the … [Read more...]
BPU, Jamestown Schools Receive NYSERDA Grant to Study Making Bus Fleet All Electric
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities and Jamestown Public School District have received a grant to study converting their bus fleet to all-electric operation. The $95,623 award from the New York State Energy and Research Development Authority … [Read more...]
NYS Dept. of Labor Adopts Farm Labor Overtime Regulations
Farm labor overtime regulations have been adopted by the New York State Department of Labor. The phased-in, gradual reduction in the overtime pay threshold will begin on January 1, 2024, with the threshold set at 56 hours. The process will … [Read more...]
County Legislature to Vote to Reallocate $5.9 million in ARPA Funds
The Chautauqua County Legislature will vote on reallocating over $5.9 million in American Rescue Plan monies to projects at its monthly meeting tonight. The federal funding received for Phase 2 of the South & Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer … [Read more...]
FDA Considering Making Naloxone Available Over The Counter
The FDA is considering making naloxone available over the counter in the United States. Naloxone is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids, including heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid medications,, when given in … [Read more...]
Rep. Langworthy Assigned to House Agriculture Committee Subcommittees
Congressman Nick Langworthy has been assigned to two subcommittees on the House Agriculture Committee. Langworthy will serve on the Subcommittee on Commodity Markets, Digital Assets, and Rural Development. This committee is tasked with policies, … [Read more...]
Jamestown YWCA to Hold ‘Coldest Night’ Fundraiser
The Jamestown YWCA is taking part in the "Coldest Night of the Year" fundraiser this Saturday, February 25. The fundraiser is a family friendly walk to raise money for the Jamestown YWCA and its Transitions Supportive Housing … [Read more...]
Second Year Of Youth Hunting Pilot Program Successful in NYS
The second year of a pilot program allowing youth to hunt deer in New York State has been successful. State Department of Environmental Conservation Commissioner Basil Seggos said the program allows mentored 12 and 13-year old hunters to harvest … [Read more...]
