The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities Yard Waste Site reopens Saturday, April 9. The hours of the Yard Waste Site this year will be 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturdays from April 9 through November 12; and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Jeff Lewis of South 62 talks Country Music and Local Music – April 8, 2022
WRFA's Anthony Merchant discussed the music of South 62 with the bands vocalist Jeff Lewis. The two talked about the bands origin, how promoting your music has drastically changed throughout the years, creating amazing opportunities for yourself, … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Sydney Irving talks musical beginnings and performing in Jamestown – April 8, 2022
WRFA's Anthony Merchant spoke with Syracuse musician Sydney Irving about her April 9th show in Jamestown, NY, early influences, performing live versus playing with a backing band, future goals for her music, the enjoyment of creating a song in the … [Read more...]
NY Post: Hochul, State Lawmakers Fail To Reach Budget Deal Wednesday
The New York Post reports Governor Kathy Hochul and state lawmakers failed to strike a budget deal on New York's overdue 2023 fiscal plan Wednesday. Lawmakers are looking to add another $4 billion in additional spending to Hochul’s record $216 … [Read more...]
NPR: House Votes to Hold Trump Aides Peter Navarro, Dan Scavino in Contempt
NPR reports the U.S. House voted Wednesday to hold former Trump White House aides Peter Navarro and Dan Scavino in criminal contempt of Congress after they defied subpoenas from the select committee investigating the January 6 attack on the … [Read more...]
YWCA’s Stand Against Racism Challenge is Underway
The YWCA's Stand Against Racism Challenge is now underway. YWCA Social Justice & Equity Director Alize Scott said the 21-day challenge is a great for people who are just starting their journey in learning more about racial equity and social … [Read more...]
State DEC Asks People to Take Down Bird Feeders, Secure Garbage to Avoid Conflict with Bears
As black bears start to emerge from their dens for Spring, people are reminded to take down their bird feeders and secure garbage to avoid potential conflicts. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Wildlife Biologist Jeremy Hurst … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – April 7, 2022
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 07 … [Read more...]
New York Daily News: State Legislators May Begin Voting on State Budget Wednesday
State legislators may begin voting on parts of the state budget Wednesday. The New York Daily News reports the budget is expected to exceed Governor Kathy Hochul’s initial $216 billion ask. Insiders said both the Assembly and the Senate were … [Read more...]
Borello Joins Lawsuit Against Gov. Hochul, State Dept. of Health
State Senator George Borrello is part of a lawsuit against Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Department of Health over a proposed regulation regarding isolation and quarantining. The lawsuit filed in Cattaraugus County Supreme Court is in … [Read more...]
