Jamestown City Council will vote on a local law tonight to override the state's tax cap. Under a state law passed in 2011, local municipalities may only raise property taxes from the prior year by the lessor of 2% or the rate of inflation. The … [Read more...]
Jamestown Receives $187,672 in EMS Training Funds
The City of Jamestown has been awarded $187,672 for EMS training. Congressman Nick Langworthy announced the federal funding as part of the Rural EMS Training and Equipment Assistance program. Administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health … [Read more...]
Exhibit Celebrating Norman Lear’s Legacy In Comedy, Civic Engagement Opens at Comedy Center
A special exhibit celebrating Norman Lear’s storied legacy in comedy and civic engagement is now open at the National Comedy Center. 2024 marks the first modern election absent the legendary comedy producer and writer who passed in December 2023 … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Safety Village Halloween Fun Fair Takes Place Wednesday
The annual Chautauqua Safety Village Halloween Fun Fair will take place this Wednesday. The event on October 30 will be held from 4:00 to 7:30 pm at the Safety Village, located next to BOCES on Route 394 in Ashville. Admission is $5 per person … [Read more...]
Outdoor Enthusiasts Encouraged To Stay Out of Caves, Mines in Fall and Winter To Protect Hibernating Bats
As part of International Bat Week, outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to refrain from visiting caves and mines during the fall and winter months. The State Department of Environmental Conservation says bats spend the winter hibernating in … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] The Swedish Hour – October 27, 2024
Take a tour of Scandinavia without ever leaving Jamestown. The Swedish Hour is hosted by Gerd Brigiotta and provides listeners with a weekly opportunity to explore a wide and diverse selection of traditional Scandinavian music. Sundays at 3 a.m. (9 … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – October 24, 2024
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley speaks with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel about the recently passed 2025 County Budget, Hurricane Relief, Chautauqua Lake and more. … [Read more...]
Early Voting Begins Saturday, October 26
Early voting begins in New York State and Chautauqua County this Saturday, October 26. Four poll sites will be open in Chautauqua County for early voting. These sites are: • The Chautauqua County Fairgrounds at the 4-H Bldg./Ag & Expo … [Read more...]
NYS Equal Rights Amendment On Election Ballot
Those headed to the polls this year will not only be choosing their local, state, and federal leaders, but they'll also weigh in on a significant constitutional amendment. A proposed Equal Rights Amendment will be on the back of their ballots … [Read more...]
Afterschool Programs Receive $1.52 Million in Chautauqua County
Three Chautauqua County organizations are receiving a total $1.52 million for afterschool programs. The State grants were awarded by the State Office of Children and Family Services through the Learning and Enrichment Afterschool Program Supports … [Read more...]
