WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with County Executive PJ Wendel about the availability of bed tax monies for tourism projects, the opening of a new cell at the Landfill in Ellery, collaborative efforts with other county leaders in the region and … [Read more...]
County Opens New Cell at Landfill
Chautauqua County officials have opened a new cell at the County Landfill in Ellery. County Executive PJ Wendel said this 54-acre project has been 8 years in the making with construction being planned over last 4 years, "This new cell should last … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – June 24, 2021
The State of Emergency in New York State for COVID-19 ended June 24, 2021. We talk with County Executive PJ Wendel about that as well as concerns about solar and wind power; and more. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – June 10, 2021
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke with County Executive PJ Wendel about the results of a study on the reuse of the NRG Power Plant in Dunkirk, Governor Cuomo's announcement that once the state hits 70% vaccination rate most COVID restrictions will be … [Read more...]
County Executive Wendel Says Reaching 75% COVID-19 Vaccination Rate Will Be Tough
County Executive PJ Wendel said it will be tough for Chautauqua County to reach 75% vaccination rate for COVID-19. Speaking at a virtual Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce breakfast, Wendel said a number of people received their vaccinations … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – May 27, 2021
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley speaks with County Executive PJ Wendel about what's happening with the Chautauqua Lake District, kayak launches, Memorial Day, and more … [Read more...]
Memorial Day Ceremonies Planned in Chautauqua County
Memorial Day ceremonies are planned throughout Chautauqua County. County Executive PJ Wendel said the the Blue Star Mothers will hold a Gold Star Mothers ceremony will take place at 10:00 a.m. in Jamestown at Veterans Park on West Third Street, "The … [Read more...]
Officials Urge People to Be Safe this Memorial Day Weekend
Officials are urging people to be safe this Memorial Day weekend. County Sheriff Jim Quattrone announced the “STOP-DWI High Visibility Engagement Campaign for Memorial Day and Weekend.” The campaign will take place from May 28th until June 1st. … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Holds Ribbon Cutting for New Location
The Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy celebrated a ribbon cutting at its new location in the village of Lakewood Friday. The organization recently celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2020. CWC Board President Becky Nystrom said the new location is more … [Read more...]
Local Officials Honor Police in Peace Officer Memorial Day and Police Week Ceremony
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel, Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist, and Jamestown Police Chaplin Benjamin Gerring laid a wreath at the Police Officer Memorial as officers stood at attention for "Peace Officer Memorial Day" and "Police Week" on … [Read more...]
