Beginning November 30th, people crossing the U.S.-Canadian border will have less stringent COVID-19 testing requirements. The requirements were eased following a meeting between Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Canadian Prime Minister … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – November 18, 2021
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel about the increase in COVID-19 cases as well as what's next for his administration now that he's been elected to a full 4-year term. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Doug Champ – November 18, 2021
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with Jamestown resident Doug Champ on the City Budget and the Board of Public Utilities. … [Read more...]
Public Hearing Tonight on Proposed 2022 Executive Budget for Jamestown
A public hearing on the proposed 2022 Executive Budget for the City of Jamestown will be held at 6pm tonight. The hearing will be on Mayor Eddie Sundquist's $38.93 million spending plan as was presented on October 8th. The budget includes no … [Read more...]
Ward 3 Councilmember Brackman Holds Onto Seat After Ballot Hand Count
Jamestown Ward 3 Council Member Regina Brackman holds onto her seat following a hand count of absentee and provisional affidavit ballots. The Chautauqua County Board of Elections sent a release saying the Board is now required by New York State to … [Read more...]
Ribbon Cutting to be Held for Chautauqua Avenue Green Street Retrofit Project
A ribbon cutting ceremony and celebration will be held in the village of Lakewood tomorrow for the Chautauqua Avenue Green Street Retrofit Project. The project, which is near completion, started in April of this year and features green … [Read more...]
JCOPE Rescinds Prior Approval for Cuomo’s Pandemic Book
State Ethics Commission, JCOPE, has voted to rescind prior approval for former Governor Andrew Cuomo's book on the Pandemic. The book, “American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic,” came with a reported $5.1 million deal for Cuomo … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Signs Legislation Expanding Protections for LGBTQ+ Community, Victims of Sex Trafficking
Governor Kathy Hochul has signed legislation that expands protections for the LGBTQ+ community and those who have been victims of sex trafficking. One bill gives utility customers the right to be addressed and acknowledged by their preferred name … [Read more...]
Annual Toys For Tots Drive Under Way
The annual U.S. Marine Toys for Tots drive is under way. Last year in Chautauqua County, toys were given to a record 4,365 children – about 1,000 children more than in the previous year. Organizers said they expect the need could be even greater … [Read more...]
November is ‘National Adoption Awareness Month’
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has proclaimed November as "National Adoption Awareness Month." The proclamation stated November is a month to promote the joys and commitments of adopting children from foster care and to celebrate the … [Read more...]
