Jamestown resident and story teller Paul Leone drops by the WRFA studio to talk about his latest project, a complete recitation of the classic poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, "Rime of the Ancient Mariner." The presentation will take place both … [Read more...]
Latest Historical Markers in Jamestown Honor Robert H. Jackson
JAMESTOWN - The New York State Historic Marker program has recognized two more locations in downtown. According to the Robert H. Jackson Center, the Jamestown Fenton Building at 2 East Second Street and the Hotel Jamestown both recently … [Read more...]
Several Local Officials Attend Official Naming Ceremony of Jackson Federal Courthouse
BUFFALO - A Chautauqua County country lawyer who ascended all the way to a seat on the Supreme Court has received would could be his most important recognition to date. On Monday, more than 200 guests – including representatives of the federal and … [Read more...]
Robert H. Jackson Federal Court Building Dedication Ceremony is Today
BUFFALO - A Supreme Court Justice who grew up in Chautauqua County and got his start right here in Jamestown will be recognized in Buffalo during a special ceremony later today. The United States Courthouse in Buffalo will officially be named in … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Chautauqua Prepares for Visits from Supreme Court Justices
CHAUTAUQUA - Two Supreme Court Justices will be speaking at Chautauqua Institution on two consecutive Mondays. Justice Anthony M. Kennedy will speak on Monday, July 22, in the Hall of Philosophy at 3:30 p.m., and Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg will … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Free Screening of Blue Heron Documentary Tonight at Jackson Center
JAMESTOWN - A film screening of Hidden in the Hills - a documentary film celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Great Blue Heron Music Festival - will take place at 7 p.m. Thursday in the Robert H. Jackson Center’s theater. The event is free … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Chief Justice to Visit Jamestown Today
JAMESTOWN - It should be a near-perfect day today in Jamestown for a visit from the highest judicial officer in the country. U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr. is in town today to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Robert. H. … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Jackson Center Preparing for Chief Justice’s Vist on Friday
JAMESTOWN - Officials with the Robert H. Jackson Center in Jamestown are wrapping up the finishing touches for a very special guest who will be in town later this week. Chief Justice of the United States - John G. Roberts, Jr. – will make an … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Jackson Center to Open New Civil Rights Exhibit Today
JAMESTOWN - Residents of Jamestown and Chautauqua County will have the opportunity to get a close look at the American Civil Rights Movement in a new exhibit opening this evening at the Robert H. Jackson Center. “Civil Rights: Making the Movement” … [Read more...]
MORNING NEWS: Chief Justice Roberts to Visit Jamestown in May
JAMESTOWN - A very special person will be coming to Jamestown in May as a guest of the Robert. H. Jackson Center. Chief Justice of the United States John G. Roberts, Jr., will be speaking at the Jackson Center on Friday, May 17 at 10:00 … [Read more...]
