The Western New York Land Conservancy has announced that it has officially purchased a 185-acre forest in Cattaraugus County. The forest, named the Janet Gallogly Allegany Wildlands, is located near Allegany State Park. It is home to a rich … [Read more...]
JPD Receives 60 Applications for 2023 Citizen Police Academy
The Jamestown Police Department received 60 applications for its 2023 Citizen Police Academy. JPD said only 15 seats were available for the course. They said everyone who submitted an application should have received an email on Wednesday, January … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Stormin’ Norman’s Prime Time Sports Show – January 4, 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...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – January 5, 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 JAN 05 … [Read more...]
House Majority Republicans Fail to Elect Speaker After Sixth Balloting Rounds
House majority Republicans were unable to elect a speaker as GOP nominee Kevin McCarthy failed on the sixth ballot Wednesday. Conservative Republican foes have kept him from getting close to a majority in the latest round of voting for speaker … [Read more...]
Jamestown Man Sentenced to State Prison Time for Stabbing Incident
A Jamestown man has been sentenced to time in state prison for stabbing his neighbor. Chautauqua County District Attorney Jason Schmidt said Sean McIlveen was sentenced by County Court Judge David Foley to four years in state prison plus five … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Heralds Feasibility Study Report on Wind Turbines in the Great Lakes
A feasibility study into placing wind turbines in the Great Lakes found lacking benefits to the potential projects. The report on the study, released by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, noted that,"Great Lakes Wind … [Read more...]
Efforts to Bring Refugees to Jamestown Moving Ahead
Efforts to make Jamestown a refugee resettlement city are moving ahead. St. Luke's Episcopal Church Reverend Luke Fodor said discussions on bringing refugees to the area started around 13 months ago with final preparations now happening in order … [Read more...]
Foster Parent Open House Event Set for Thursday, January 12
An in-person and virtual open house will be held for those interested in becoming foster parents on January 12. The Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services’ Home Finding Team is hosting the event which will take place in-person … [Read more...]
Humane Society Reaches Goal of Placing 100 Animals for ‘Season of Hope’ Drive
The Chautauqua County Humane Society’s "Season of Hope" has met its goal to place 100 animals in adoptive or foster homes. CCHS Senior Programs Director Brian Papalia said due to severe weather conditions, the program was extended to Friday, … [Read more...]
