Author and SUNY Fredonia Professor Christina Jarvis joined WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss her new book on Kurt Vonnegut's Planetary Citizenship called "Lucky Mud and Other Foma", teaching a class on Vonnegut, how creativity strikes … [Read more...]
Mike Metzger Resigns From CCIDA Board
Longtime Chautauqua County Industrial Development Agency Board Chair Mike Metzger has resigned. Metzger submitted his resignation to the IDA on December 22. IDA CEO Mark Geise said Metzger had been discussing stepping down from the board, citing … [Read more...]
State Assembly Democratic Candidate Running to Bring ‘New Perspective’
The Democratic candidate for the 150th New York State Assembly race is running to "bring new perspective." Sandra Lewis, who is facing Republican Incumbent Andy Goodell, said she wants to bring new experience to the job, "And I think it will help … [Read more...]
JCC, SUNY Fredonia Partnership Brings Two Bachelor’s Degree Programs to JCC This Fall
Jamestown Community College students will be able to complete bachelor's degree programs on campus starting this Fall thanks to a partnership between JCC and SUNY Fredonia. The initial rollout of “JCC + FRED: Bachelor’s Opportunities Locally … [Read more...]
[WATCH/LISTEN] Arts on Fire LIVE – Fredonia Guitar Quartet – May 19, 2022
On this months Arts on Fire Live we had an amazing performance from the Fredonia Guitar Quartet. FGQ is an ensemble from Fredonia University and are directed by Dr. James Piorkowski. Beyond performing the quartet also talked with WFRA's Anthony … [Read more...]
WNY Land Conservancy Cuts Ribbon on College Lodge Forest Purchase
The Western New York Land Conservancy and the Friends of the College Lodge Forest have announced the Land Conservancy has officially purchased the College Lodge Forest in Fredonia. The College Lodge Forest becomes the newest Land Conservancy … [Read more...]
Discussion on Native Plants in Landscaping at JCC Monday, April 25
A discussion on native plants in landscaping will be presented at Jamestown Community College Monday night. SUNY Fredonia Biology Professor Dr. Jonathan Titus will present at 6:30 p.m., Monday, April 25 in the Carnahan Center at JCC on the … [Read more...]
SUNY Fredonia to Receive Funding for Child Care Center
SUNY Fredonia is among other SUNY campuses receiving funding for a child care center. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the initiative, which includes the distribution of $4.5 million in federal and state funding. The monies will support current … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County, NYS Announce Local COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics
The Chautauqua County Health Department and New York State announced several COVID-19 vaccination clinics for the area. The State announced two #VaxForKids pop-up vaccination clinics that will take place today. One clinic will be from 10-11:00 … [Read more...]
SUNY Fredonia Opens at COVID-19 Test Site January 13
SUNY Fredonia will have a COVID-19 test site starting Thursday, January 13. Governor Kathy Hochul said in a statement that announced 10 new testing sites in the state, "These new SUNY sites build on our ongoing efforts to make testing more … [Read more...]
