MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County Department of Health and Human Services (CCDHHS) and the Department of Mental Hygiene (CCMH) are warning people that there has been a spike in non-fatal overdoses as well as suspected fatal overdoses, which may be a … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Aug 20, 2020
WRFARadio · Community Matters - Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel: Aug 20, 2020 AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to get an update on COVID-19 in the county, as well … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Dr. Bert and Mary Rappole Discuss the Our House Campaign for Hospice
WRFARadio · Community Matters - Dr. Bert and Mary Rappole Discuss the Our House Campaign for Hospice AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Dr. Bert Rappole and his wife Mary Rappole about the Our House Campaign, an … [Read more...]
City Council to Consider Residency Requirement for Jamestown Police Officers
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown City Council will be taking up a proposal that requires all city police officers hired after January 1, 2021 to be residents of the city of Jamestown for at least five years. The proposed local law to update the city … [Read more...]
County Health Department Warns of COVID-19 Contact Tracing Scam
MAYVILLE - According to state and federal authorities, there is a new phone scam circulating where the callers are posing as COVID-19 contact tracers. These scammers try to obtain credit card or bank account information from their victims. Stay alert … [Read more...]
Infinity Phoenix Fest, Virtual Arts Festival, Now Underway
JAMESTOWN - Infinity Visual and Performing Arts is launching the inaugural “Phoenix Fest” on Friday - a virtual music and arts event to showcase local musicians, local artists, Infinity Students, and more. Organizer say the grassroots fundraising … [Read more...]
Cuomo Signs Election Reform Measures, Making it Easier for Residents to Cast Votes by Absentee Ballot
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed into law changes to state election law that his office says will make it easier for New Yorkers to vote and be counted in November. The three-part package includes new measures allowing absentee ballot … [Read more...]
State’s Highest Court Refuses to Hear Case Involving Alleged City Arsonist, No Options Remain for Prosecution
ALBANY - A local man who was charged in 2017 for setting over a dozen fires in the Jamestown area will not be prosecuted for the alleged crimes. The Post-Journal is reporting today that New York's highest court has denied an application seeking an … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County IDA Had Poor Rate of Return on Net Jobs Gained in 2018
ALBANY - A recent report by the New York State Comptrollers Office shows the Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency (CCIDA) ranked among the top counties in the state in 2018 when it came to operating expenses, as well as net tax exemptions … [Read more...]
Northwest Arena Will See Limited Opening, Starting Aug. 31
JAMESTOWN - The Northwest Arena on Monday said it will reopen for limited activities on the main rink starting Aug. 31. The reopening will follow recommendations by New York State and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Groups and individuals may … [Read more...]
