A record number of New Yorkers applied for the Medicaid program between 2008 and 2019. State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli's office issued a report saying the increased enrollment has contributed to a steep decline in the number of New York residents … [Read more...]
NYS Division of Consumer Protection: Know Your Rights When Purchasing Gift Cards and Gift Certificates for the Holidays
Consumers are urged to know their rights when purchasing gift cards and gift certificates for the holiday season. The State Division of Consumer Protection issued a list of tips to help consumers understand the pitfalls surrounding gift cards in … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Robert H. Jackson Center Honors Greg Peterson – December 16, 2021
The Robert H. Jackson Center honored Co-Founder Greg Peterson for "Founder's Day" on December 14 as part of the Center's 20th Anniversary. We'll hear speeches by board members, former Center Directors, and others as well as a commendation by Mayor … [Read more...]
Jamestown to Participate in Initiative to Help Small Business Owners, Entreprenuers
The City of Jamestown will be participating in a national initiative to help small business owners and entrepreneurs. The city is joining the National League of Cities’ City Summit as part of the City Innovation Ecosystems (CIE) program. The CIE … [Read more...]
City, JPS To Conduct Traffic Study of Baker Street and Hazeltine Avenue
The City of Jamestown and Jamestown Public Schools have announced a partnership to conduct a traffic study for Baker Street and Hazeltine Avenue. The announcement comes after two recent accidents involving student pedestrians near Persell Middle … [Read more...]
Legal Assistance of WNY to Receive $2.4 million from Eviction Protection Program
Legal Assistance of Western New York will receive $2.4 million from an Eviction Protection Grant program. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is distributing the grants which are being awarded to legal service providers to assist … [Read more...]
Mina to Receive $998,000 in ‘BRIDGE NY’ Funding
The town of Mina will receive $998,000 for a bridge project thanks to "Bridge NY" funding from New York State. The Bailey Hill Road culvert that carries the French Creek tributary will be replaced. The funding, provided through the State's … [Read more...]
United Way at 70% of Goal, Funding Cycle for 2022-2024 Now Open
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County has announced it has raised 70% of its $1.3 million dollar campaign goal. Many United Way donations are received through workplace payroll deductions across all sectors, including business, … [Read more...]
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Holiday Campaign Has Begun
The "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign to target impaired drivers during the holiday travel season has begun. The campaign is running until January 1, 2022. Governor Kathy Hochul said the campaign is part of the national "Drive Sober or … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – December 16, 2021
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 DEC 16 … [Read more...]
