The City of Jamestown is working on plans for two splash pads in Allen and Jackson-Taylor Parks. Mayor Eddie Sundquist sent out a release saying his office, Public Works, Parks, and Planning Departments met with consultants on Friday on the … [Read more...]
City Developing ARPA Funding Request Application for Non-Profits
The City of Jamestown is developing an application process for non-profits who want to request American Rescue Plan funds. Mayor Eddie Sundquist said his administration and City Council have received a lot of requests, most in the form of … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Says Over 6,000 Guns Seized in New York State So Far This Year
Governor Kathy Hochul says that over 6,000 guns have been seized in the state's effort to fight gun violence. Hochul said that the New York Police Department took custody of over 4,700 guns and police across the state seized over 1,500. Hochul … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Sukanya Burman of the Sukanya Burman Dance Company – August 26, 2022
Dancer, choreographer and owner of the Sukanya Burman Dance Company in Jamestown, NY, Sukanya Burman joins WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss her journey from India to New York City to Western New York/Northwest Pennsylvania, what she is … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Julie Rockcastle of The Heron and Great Blue Heron Festival – August 26, 2022
Julie Rockcastle of The Heron returns to Arts on Fire to speak with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about the fourth and final Beyond the Blue for 2022, what you can find at The Heron in the fall, a recap of the first year of the Beyond the Blue music … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] ‘Knock On Wood’ High School Sports Report – Aug 26, 2022
WRFA's Collin Wood takes a look at High School Sports, previewing the upcoming High School Football season which begins on Labor Day Weekend. WRFARadio · Knock On Wood High School Sports Report - Aug 26, 2022 … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – August 25, 2022
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel discusses the incident at Chautauqua Institution on August 12, 2022 involving the attack on author Salman Rushdie and the County's response. He also discusses work on the 2023 County Budget, new hires, a … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – National Comedy Center-Jeff Sotzing – August 25, 2022
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with Carson Entertainment Group President Jeff Sotzing about a new exhibit on Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show at the National Comedy Center. … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Land Bank Corporation Requesting $1 Million in ARPA Funds from City
The Chautauqua County Land Bank Corporation is requesting $1 million in American Rescue Plan funds from the City of Jamestown. Land Bank Executive Director Gina Paradis presented her request to Jamestown City Council on Monday. She said the … [Read more...]
NYS Begins Accepting Applications for Retail Cannabis Dispensaries
New York State has begun accepting applications for retail cannabis dispensaries. The State Office of Cannabis Management announced applications for Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CAURD) licenses are now being accepted online. Licenses … [Read more...]
