A weekly program, hosted by Norman Rodriguez, focusing on the latest news and information on the national and regional sports scene, including the Buffalo Bills and Sabres. Broadcasting every Wednesday night at 7pm on WRFA. … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – May 18, 2023
THE WRFA ROCK AND ROLL RUNDOWN A listing of live entertainment events happening in the greater Jamestown area. Have an event you want us to know about? Use the contact page on our website or send an email to WRFA @ RegLenna.com. THU MAY 18 … [Read more...]
Two Men Arrested on Burglary Charges at Former Crawford Furniture Building
Two men have been arrested on burglary charges at the former Crawford Furniture Building in Jamestown. The Chautauqua County District Attorney's office said that 37-year old Robert Clark of Conewango Valley and 33-year old Justin Myers of … [Read more...]
Jamestown School Board Approves Hiring Company to Perform Security Vulnerability Assessment of Schools
The Jamestown School Board has approved hiring a company to perform a security vulnerability assessment of school buildings. Jamestown High School Resource Officer Jeremy Maggio presented to the board on the resolution. He said the district's … [Read more...]
Jamestown Planning Commission Receives Update on Shawbucks, Prendergast Landing Projects
The Jamestown Planning Commission received an update on the Shawbucks and Prendergast Landing projects at their monthly meeting. Project Architect Chris Cooke presented on the Prendergast Landing project which is located at the corner of Fairmount … [Read more...]
BPU General Manager Says No Impact to Operations if City Signs Climate Smart Community Pledge
Jamestown Board of Public Utilities' General Manager doesn't see a proposal to register Jamestown as a Climate Smart Community as negatively impacting the utility's operations. Dave Leathers met with Jamestown City Council Monday to give his … [Read more...]
United Way Hosting Annual Community Baby Shower
The United Way of Southern Chautauqua County is hosting its annual Community Baby Shower until June 8. The shower helps support at-risk families and babies in the community—many of whom cannot afford necessities like bottles, diapers, strollers, … [Read more...]
Voters Approve Jamestown Public Schools Budget
Voters have approved the Jamestown Public Schools' 2023-24 Budget. The $101 million proposal passed by a vote of 555 to 127. Voters also approved the creation of a $5 million Capital Reserve Fund by a vote of 575 to 106. The three school … [Read more...]
City Council Receives More Details About SAFER Grant from FEMA
Jamestown City Council members were able to get more details about the SAFER grant received by the City during a meeting with FEMA Tuesday afternoon. Federal Emergency Management Agency Project Manager Julia Barron answered questions council … [Read more...]
Public Hearing Held on Reallocating $225,000 in HOME Funds to First Time Homebuyers Program
A public hearing has been held on reallocating $225,000 in previous years HOME program funds to a First Time Homebuyers Assistance Program. Jamestown Director of Development Crystal Surdyk said funds allocated in the 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021 … [Read more...]
