BUFFALO - A Repeal Bail Reform Task Force established by Republicans in the state senate held the first of a series of statewide hearings Thursday in Buffalo, focusing on the impact criminal justice reforms have had on law enforcement and public … [Read more...]
Deadline for Joining Democratic Party in Time for New York State Presidential Primary is Feb. 14
MAYVILLE - The 2020 Presidential Primary season is officially underway and there are several Democratic candidates seeking the party's nomination to run against President Donald Trump in November. But while it will still be a couple of months … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – Feb. 6 through Feb. 12, 2020
THE WRFA ROCK AND ROLL RUNDOWN, PRESENTED BY ARTHUR R. GREN DISTRIBUTING FRI FEB 6 Comedy Open Mic – Labyrinth Press co. – Jamestown Karaoke – Forte – Jamestown SUNY JCC Presents: La Cage aux Folles – Scharmann Theatre – … [Read more...]
Republican Senate Task Force to Host First Hearing Thursday on Repeal of Bail Reform
Hearing will be live streamed on Facebook starting at 2 p.m. BUFFALO - Republicans from the New York State Senate will hold their first Repeal Bail Reform Task Force hearing Thursday afternoon in Buffalo. Chaired by Sen. George Borrello … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Congressman Tom Reed Discusses State of the Union During Media Conference Call
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Congressman Tom Reed talks with members of regional media - including WRFA's Jason Sample - during a conference call on Tuesday Morning, Feb. 5, 2020 to discuss several issues, including President Donald Trump's … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Fenton History Center Announces Return of Trivia Nights, Special Events in February
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD The Fenton History Center will host a series of special events in February both at the historic Fenton Mansion and also at a popular restaurant in downtown Jamestown. WRFA's Jason Sample had Fenton executive … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist and Police Chief Harry Snellings Offer Update on Recent Shooting Incidents
JAMESTOWN - Mayor Eddie Sundquist and Jamestown Police Chief Harry Snellings held a press conference Tuesday morning to update the public on a number of shooting incidents that have occurred in Jamestown during the past few months. According to … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Bob Schlick Discusses the Great Gatsby at the Lucille Ball Little Theater
AUDIO ALSO AVAILABLE AT SOUNDCLOUD Originally airing Friday, Jan. 31, 2020. WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Bob Schlick, who is directing the Great Gatsby at the Lucille Ball Little Theatre in Jamestown, NY. Showtimes: Friday, January … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Superintendent to Retire at End of School Year
JAMESTOWN - Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent Bret Apthorpe has announced he will be retiring at the end of this school year. Apthorpe made the unexpected announcement during Tuesday night's Jamestown School Board meeting. Apthorpe said … [Read more...]
Foxworthy, SNL Alumni to Headline 2020 Lucille Ball Comedy Festival
JAMESTOWN - A major star in the world of stand up comedy along with several past cast members of America's best known live comedy show will be in Jamestown this summer. The National Comedy Center Tuesday announced that comedian Jeff Foxworthy, and … [Read more...]
