BUFFALO - As prescription opioids and heroin continue to take a tragic toll on too many Americans and their families, U.S. Attorney William J. Hochul Jr. joined with the Drug Enforcement Administration on Monday for the start of Prescription Opioid … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – International Overdose Awareness Day Forum at Chautauqua Mall
On Wednesday, Aug. 31, Evergreen Health Services held a forum at the Chautauqua Mall in Lakewood, NY as part of International Overdose Awareness Day. The event was intended to help raise awareness about drug overdoses and that they can affect anyone, … [Read more...]
Reed Holds Roundtable Meeting on Heroin, Opioid Epidemic
JAMESTOWN - Chautauqua County's representative in Congress was in Jamestown Friday to hear from people and local officials directly involved with the battle against drug addiction. Congressman Tom Reed (R-Corning) held an opioid abuse roundtable … [Read more...]
Two Arrested Following Drug Investigation at Local Hotel
JAMESTOWN - Two people have been arrested following an investigation at a local hotel just outside the city limits. According to Jamestown Police, 30 year-old Jensen Vazquez of Jamestown and 27 year-old Jessica Stanford of Ashville have been … [Read more...]
‘Be Part of the Solution’ Sponsoring Drug Addiction and Recovery Awareness Walk This Saturday
JAMESTOWN - Despite her efforts at recovery, 23-year-old McKenzie Paulson passed away this past June from her struggle with drugs. In celebration of her 24th birthday, Be Part of the Solution is sponsoring a Drug Addiction and Recovery Awareness … [Read more...]
Jamestown Police Seize Large Quantity of Heroin
JAMESTOWN - City police have arrested four individuals on drug-related charges following a traffic stop that took place early Wednesday afternoon in the city. Jamestown Police Captain Robert Samuelson says officers conducted a traffic stop at the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – NY Assemblyman Andy Goodell Discusses the 2016 Legislative Session
MOBILE APP USERS: LISTEN HERE Originally airing Thursday, June 23, 2016. WRFA public affairs director Jason Sample invites NY Assemblyman Andy Goodell into the studio for an hour-long conversation on the New York State legislative session, … [Read more...]
State Lawmakers Approve Legislation to Combat Heroin, Opioid Crisis
ALBANY - Lawmakers in Albany are making headway in passing legislation prior to the end of the legislative session, which is set for tomorrow. On Tuesday Governor Andrew Cuomo and legislative leaders announced a final agreement on new legislation … [Read more...]
Three Charged During Weekend Drug Arrest in City
JAMESTOWN - Three Jamestown residents face drug charges after officers attempted to serve a warrant on Saturday at 218 Fulton St. City police attempted to serve a warrant to Jamestown resident Tiffany Mahoney, who allegedly tried to run from … [Read more...]
Governor’s Heroin and Opioids Task Force Announces Final Report and Recommendations
ALBANY - Governor Andrew Cuomo Thursday announced the final report and recommendations from his Heroin and Opioids Task Force, which is comprised of diverse group of experts in healthcare, advocacy, education, law enforcement, as well as parents and … [Read more...]
