JAMESTOWN - The Robert H. Jackson Center is excited to honor the life and career of Stan Lundine on Sunday, September 8 at 5:30 p.m. in its Carl M. Cappa Theatre. This event is free and open to all. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of his … [Read more...]
Reed Calls on State to Hand over $6 Million in Promised Money to City of Salamanca
SALAMANCA - Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning, NY 23) is continuing his criticism of Governor Andrew Cuomo and state officials for allowing its dispute with the Seneca Nation over casino revenue to have an adverse impact on residents and local … [Read more...]
Schumer, Gillibrand: 127 Military Projects, Including $160 Million West Point Project, Impacted by Diverting DOD Money to Border Wall
WASHINGTON - New York's two representatives in the U.S. Senate are blasting the Trump administration for its decision to divert $3.6 billion in funding from projects involving the Department of Defense in order to fund the construction of portions of … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Alicia Ekstrom from The Chautauqua Center
ALSO AVAILABLE VIA SOUNDCLOUD WRFA's Jason Sample talks with Alicia Ekstrom from the Chautauqua Center about the recent opening of its new facility on Institute St. in Jamestown. Plus she offers details on the services and programs the Center … [Read more...]
Ruby Tuesday in Lakewood Closed for Business
LAKEWOOD - Another local restaurant has closed its doors. The Ruby Tuesday restaurant announced on Tuesday that it had closed down its operation at its Lakewood location next to the Chautauqua Mall. A sign was posted on the door informing … [Read more...]
Jamestown Brewing Company Temporarily Closes as the Wait for Liquor License Continues
JAMESTOWN - As a new brewery in downtown Jamestown continues to wait on New York state to issue it a liquor license, it's made the decision to temporary close down its food service operation. The Jamestown Brewing Company has announced it will … [Read more...]
New State Law Requires Parents to be Informed of Dangers Associated with Tackle Football
ALBANY - Parents in New York State who have their children signing up for Football will have to be notified of the dangers associated with the sport under a new state law. Governor Andrew Cuomo on Tuesday signed legislation requiring tackle … [Read more...]
Jamestown Resident Among WNY Red Cross Responders Sent to Assist with Dorian Relief Effort
BUFFALO - The American Red Cross has been working to prepare for Hurricane Dorian and help people who have been forced to evacuate as the storm tracks towards the U.S. coast. The threat of a direct hit on Florida had all but evaporated, although … [Read more...]
Portion of Route 60 Renamed in Honor of Late Jamestown Soldier
JAMESTOWN - Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation naming a portion of the State Highway System in Chautauqua County in honor of late Army Private Charles S. Cooper, Jr. The bill specifically designates State Route 60 beginning at the Jamestown … [Read more...]
Student Enrollment at JCC Exceeds Expectations for 2019 Semester
JAMESTOWN - For the first time since 2010, Jamestown Community College began the academic year exceeding its budget goal for full-time equivalent students. “In addition, we are above last year’s actual enrollment on the first day of classes by … [Read more...]
