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Published 1 hour agoPortland Native Lori Dispenza Inducted Into NYS Senate Veterans Hall Of Fame
State Senator George Borrello honored U.S. Army veteran and longtime veterans advocate Lori Dispenza during a special ceremony recognizing her induction into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame. Dispenza, a Portland native and graduate of Brocton Central School,…
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Published 1 hour agoJames McIntyre Selected As 2026 Joseph H. Mason Award Recipient
Jamestown resident James B. McIntyre has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Joseph H. Mason Community Service Award. The award is presented annually by United Way of Chautauqua County. Now in its 46th year, the Joseph H. Mason Award recognizes the exceptional community…
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Published 17 hours ago[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Logan Alexander – September 25, 2026
Logan Alexander stopped by the WRFA studios to perform a couple songs and talk new music with AOF host Anthony Merchant www.linktr.ee/loganalexander www.instagram.com/loganalexandermusic www.facebook.com/loganalexandermusic More Posts for Show: Arts on Fire
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Published 18 hours ago[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 148 – September 14, 2026
Craig Robbins is a NYS full-time licensed hunting and fishing guide for 25 years. Through guiding he has successfully guided thousands of fishing clients and their families on Chautauqua Lake to their fishing trip of a lifetime. As a hunting guide Craig has successfully guided…
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Published 18 hours ago[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Mayville Bluegrass Festival 2026 Highlights – September 18, 2026
Hear performances from Bill Ward & Friends and The Travesties Trio at the 2026 Mayville Bluegrass Festival. Special thanks to Sally Schaefer for the audio! www.facebook.com/mayvillebluegrass More Posts for Show: Arts on Fire
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Published 19 hours ago[LISTEN] Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters in Concert Highlights – September 2026
WRFA is proud to team up with the Lake Shore Center for the Arts to bring you the highlights from their monthly Songwriters in Concert Series. Every third Thursday of the month LSCFTA brings together three singer/songwriters to perform their songs and tell their stories. WRFA…
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Published 1 hour agoArrest Made In St. Susan Center Cooling System Vandalism
A homeless man has been arrested in the theft and damage to St. Susan Center’s refrigeration system. The Jamestown Police Department said that 33-year old Jarall Reid has been charged with 2nd Degree Criminal Mischief and 5th Degree Criminal Possession of Stolen Property. St.…
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Published 1 hour agoJCC Awarded $100,000 Grant To Support Student Mental Health And Wellness
Jamestown Community College’s Success Centers have been awarded a $100,000 grant to support student mental health and wellness. This is the third consecutive year for the funding through the State University of New York. It supports efforts to reduce the stigma surrounding mental…
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Published 18 hours ago[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 149 – September 21, 2026
Craig Robbins is a NYS full-time licensed hunting and fishing guide for 25 years. Through guiding he has successfully guided thousands of fishing clients and their families on Chautauqua Lake to their fishing trip of a lifetime. As a hunting guide Craig has successfully guided…
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Published September 28NYS Sues Polymarket For Running Illegal Gambling Operation
New York State is suing Polymarket for running an illegal gambling operation in the state through its prediction market platform. Polymarket launched in the United States in December 2025 as a service that allowed users to bet money on the outcome of sporting events, promising…
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Published September 28Bemus Point Boat Launch Reconstruction Project Completed
The reconstruction project at the Bemus Point State Boat Launch and Fishing Access Site has been completed. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation said the improvements to the site on Chautauqua Lake included a replaced boat launch, new boat docks, a kayak…
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Published September 28City Council To Vote On Hiring Jail Matrons, Bulletproof Vests
Jamestown City Council will decide on whether to hire three matrons for the City Jail and buying 15 new bulletproof vests at its voting session tonight. One resolution for consideration will authorize the City Comptroller to amend the 2026 General Fund Revenue Budget following…