Universal mask requirements for child care and day care centers in New York State begins today. Governor Kathy Hochul made the announcement Wednesday due to the recent surge in COVID-19 infections statewide. The requirement applies to New York … [Read more...]
Governor Hochul Announces EMTs to be Authorized to Administer COVID-19 Vaccine
Governor Kathy Hochul announced EMTs will be authorized to administer the COVID-19 vaccine in an effort to increase vaccinations and prepare for booster shots upon FDA approval. Hochul has directed the State Department of Health to authorize basic … [Read more...]
Sherman Business Given OK to Set Up Composting Facility with State Regs on Food Scraps Changing
With a State law looming January 1st that requires businesses to donate edible food or recycle food scraps, a Sherman business has finally been given the greenlight to start up a composting facility. County Legislator Bill Ward said Slab City … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Small Things Considered – September 15, 2021
WRFA's Jason Sample and Julia Ciesla-Hanley discuss the local stories of the day for Wednesday, Sept. 15 - including the latest on COVID-19 cases in Chautauqua County, as well as a federal judge's decision to delay the state's vaccination policy for … [Read more...]
Federal Judge Blocks Medical Worker Vaccine Mandate in NYS
A federal judge has temporarily blocked New York State from forcing medical workers to be vaccinated after a group of health care workers sued, saying their Constitutional rights were violated because the state’s mandate disallowed religious … [Read more...]
Michael Haines Honored with George Ritzer Memorial Labor Award
The Jamestown AFL-CIO Area Central Labor Council recognized IBEW 106 Membership Development Organizer Michael Haines with the George Ritzer Memorial Labor Award. Local union leaders and elected officials gathered for a ceremony at the Northwest Arena … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Announces Emergency Rental Assistance Program Payments Nearly Doubled
Governor Kathy Hochul announced Emergency Rental Assistance Program payments have nearly doubled in the past three weeks. The program enables tenants at risk for eviction to stay in their homes and helps landlords recoup unpaid rent. Beginning … [Read more...]
Siena College Poll: Governor Hochul has 42% Favorability
A Siena College Poll found Governor Kathy Hochul currently has a 42% favorability with voters. 41% of registered voters polled said either they don’t know Hochul or don’t know enough about her to have an opinion. 52% of voters polled say Hochul has … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Wellness Program Wins 4th WNY Healthiest Employer Contest
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities' Wellness Program has won its fourth WNY Healthiest Employer Contest for Medium-Size Companies. The BPU wellness program finished first among finalists including the Dent Neurologic Institute, the East Aurora … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Small Things Considered: Tuesdays with Dennis – Sept. 14, 2021
WRFA founder and former station manager Dennis Drew presents Tuesday's with Dennis, every Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. on Small Things Considered. … [Read more...]
