JAMESTOWN, NY - On Thursday, October 13, WRFA-LP - in conjunction with other participating media members - will present a 60-minute debate featuring the two candidates for the New York State Assembly's 150th District: Andrew Goodell (R) and Sandra … [Read more...]
WRFA-LP, YWCA Jamestown Launch New “Broadscast” Radio Program
First Episode to Premier Friday, Sept. 30 with Special Guest Sukayna Burman JAMESTOWN, NY - A new, locally-produced radio program and podcast focusing on various social and women’s issues affecting the community is making its debut this fall in … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire: The Magic of Michael Grandinetti – September 9, 2022
WRFARadio · Arts on Fire - The Magic of Michael Grandinetti - September 9, 2022 WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks with Magician Michael Grandinetti, who will be coming to the main stage of Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown on Saturday, Sept. … [Read more...]
Michael Grandinetti to perform magic at Reg Lenna on Saturday, Sept. 17
JAMESTOWN - Nationally known magician and illusionist Michael Grandinetti will perform live on stage at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts, Saturday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. The Magic of Michael Grandinetti features breathtaking wonders from the magician's … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Pat Hazell talks new Johnny Carson variety show and exhibit – August 12, 2022
Comedian, writer and podcast host Pat Hazell talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant about his one night only Johnny Carson variety and tribute show in Jamestown, NY, the new Carson exhibit at the National Comedy Center, what it was like to perform on … [Read more...]
Author Salman Rushdie Attacked at Chautauqua Institution
New York State Police are investigating an attack on author Salman Rushdie prior to a speaking event at Chautauqua Institution. Police say a man ran up onto the Amphitheatre Stage and attacked Rushdie and an interviewer. Rushdie suffered an … [Read more...]
National Comedy Center Presenting ‘Carson Tonight’ at Reg on Saturday
The National Comedy Center is presenting "Carson Tonight" at the Reg Lenna Center for the Arts this Saturday, August 13. Comedy Center Executive Director Journey Gunderson said the stage show is a celebration of the Johnny Carson exhibit that's … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Institution Week Seven Examines Living Spaces, Changing Housing Market
Chautauqua Institution's week seven will examine living spaces and the changing housing market. The 10:45 lecture series will focus on “More than Shelter: Redefining the American Home.” The 2 p.m. Interfaith Lecture Series tackles a similar topic … [Read more...]
City Honors 10,000 Maniacs, Join List of Prominent Jamestown Notables
JAMESTOWN, NY - Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist unveiled a new sign at the city's North Main St. entrance Monday morning, honoring 10,000 Maniacs. Maniacs' members and Jamestown natives Dennis Drew, Jeff Erickson and Steven Gustafson were on hand … [Read more...]
Local Non-Profits Taking Part in ‘Give 716’ with Kick Off Event July 14
The 'Give 716' Fundraising Drive starts tonight in Western New York. The fundraiser is a collaborative effort between the Buffalo Bills Foundation and the Buffalo Sabres Foundation. The first-ever Give 716 event was launched last year to raise … [Read more...]
