WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley talks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to discuss the State Budget and State of the State; the Jamestown Airport, immigration, and more. … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Calls For Smartphones To Be Restricted In Schools Statewide
Governor Kathy Hochul is calling for smartphone use to be restricted in schools statewide. The launch of this new effort follows the introduction of this legislative proposal as part of Hochul’s 2026 Executive Budget Proposal. Hochul also … [Read more...]
Doors Open Jamestown Returns Saturday, Jan. 25
Doors Open Jamestown returns for its 21st year this Saturday. 21 attractions, including the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts, and nine local businesses are participating in this year’s event that takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. CHQ … [Read more...]
Sheriff, County Courts Warn Of Scam Phone Calls
The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office and Chautauqua County Courts have been made aware of several scam phone calls received by local residents. These phone calls falsely identify as a member of the Sheriff's Office and threaten to arrest people … [Read more...]
Sen. Gillibrand Announces Bipartisan Legislation to Address Child Care Shortage
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has announced bipartisan legislation to address the nationwide shortage of affordable child care. Nearly two-thirds of New Yorkers live in communities that lack adequate access to child care, a share higher than in … [Read more...]
WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – January 23, 2025
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 wrfaprogramming@reglenna.com. THU JAN … [Read more...]
County Legislature Passes Resolution Aimed At Restoring Commercial Air Service to Jamestown Airport
The Chautauqua County Legislature has passed a resolution looking to restore commercial air service at the Jamestown Airport. The resolution, which was passed unanimously, comes on the heels of an Air Service Recovery Plan that was presented to … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul Proposes Regulations To Protect Consumers Against Overdraft Fees
Governor Kathy Hochul is proposing regulations that would protect consumers against overdraft fees. The State Department of Financial Services posted the regulations that would ensure consumers will no longer be burdened with overdraft fees for … [Read more...]
County Warns of EBT Card Scam
SNAP-EBT users are being warned about a scam. The Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office along with the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services are reminding benefit users to NOT give your EBT card information out over the … [Read more...]
Jamestown Community Microgrid Project Information Meeting Scheduled For Jan. 28
A community information meeting about the Jamestown Community Microgrid Project is being held January 28. The public meeting will be held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 28, in the fourth floor Police Training Room in Jamestown City Hall. … [Read more...]
