Chautauqua County legislators are asking Governor Kathy Hochul to veto a bill that would move some elections to even numbered years. The State Legislature passed the bill, saying the move was made to increase voter participation. Elected … [Read more...]
Some Local Elections Will Be Moved to Even-Numbered Years Under Bill Passed By NYS Legislature
Some local elections will be moved to even-numbered years under a bill passed by the New York State Legislature. State legislators who supported the bill said the move was made to increase voter participation. Elected officials in the middle of … [Read more...]
State Legislature Passes Resolution Enshrine Equal Rights in State Constitution
The State Legislature has passed a resolution to enshrine equal rights into the New York State Constitution, which will solidify the right to abortion access in New York State. The resolution was brought forward by Governor Kathy Hochul as part of … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board to Consider Future Payments for Small City Schools Lawsuit
JAMESTOWN - The Jamestown School Board will be weighing its options in the coming weeks when it comes to deciding whether or not it want to continue funding the Small City Schools, or Maisto v. New York, lawsuit. On Tuesday the school board … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Former Lt. Gov. Stan Lundine Discusses Constitutional Convention
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017. WRFA Public Affairs Director Jason Sample talks with former New York Lt. Governor and former mayor of Jamestown Stan Lundine about the New York State Constitutional … [Read more...]
Governor Proposes Protecting Abortion Rights in State Constitution
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo wants to make Roe v. Wade part of the state constitution to protect abortion rights for women. Under what Governor Cuomo is proposing, women in New York State would still have the right to choose even if Roe v. Wade … [Read more...]
