Daily alternate parking begins today in the City of Jamestown. Jamestown Police reminded residents that vehicles should be parked only on the odd-numbered side of the street during odd-numbered days and only on the even-numbered side of the street … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – September 30, 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. FRI OCT 01 … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Reports No Healthcare Facility Closures Due to Staff Shortages from COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate
Governor Kathy Hochul said Wednesday that no health care facilities in the state have reported closing following the healthcare vaccination mandate going into effect. The Governor has directed a 24/7 Operations Center, led by the Department of … [Read more...]
$150 Million in HEAP Available For Those Who Didn’t Qualify for Emergency Rental Assistance
$150 million in heating utility assistance has been announced by New York State. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that the funding will help low-income households that have fallen behind on their utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic. … [Read more...]
NYS Asking For Public’s Help in Combating Spotted Lanternfly
New York State is asking for the public's help in tracking and combating the Spotted Lanternfly. New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Director for Plant Industry Chris Logue said they're concerned about the pest's impact on the … [Read more...]
Consumer Survey Launched in Study of Broadband Services in NYS
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced the launch of a Broadband Mapping Consumer Survey. The survey will assist in identifying the availability, reliability and cost of high-speed broadband services across the state. Hochul said correctly gauging … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Appoints Dr. Mary Bassett as NYS Health Commissioner
Governor Kathy Hochul has appointed Dr. Mary T. Bassett as the State Commissioner of the Department of Health. Dr. Bassett has more than 30 years of experience devoted to promoting health equity and social justice, both in the United States and … [Read more...]
Dozens Hold Rally at UMPC Chautauqua Against COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates for Healthcare Workers
A couple dozen people protested outside UPMC Chautauqua in Jamestown over the vaccination mandates for healthcare workers Tuesday night. New York State is facing multiple lawsuits over its vaccine mandate for health care workers. Monday was the … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Approves Small City Schools Lawsuit Legal Fees, Safety Plan
The Jamestown School Board approved paying what should be the last of legal fees for the Small City Schools lawsuit. The district was one of eight school districts across the state who successfully sued the state for insufficiently funding … [Read more...]
NYS Minimum Wage Increasing to $13.20 An Hour December 31st
The minimum wage is going up to $13.20 an hour in New York State starting December 31st. The state Department of Labor said the increase coincides with the increase to $15 an hour on Long Island and Westchester County. The state DOL had authority … [Read more...]
