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[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 120 – March 02, 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 visiting and local hunters for geese, ducks, turkey and whitetail. Craig first started writing about the outdoors for the Corry Times. It wasn’t long before he then received a phone call the Jamestown Post-Journal sports editor Jim Riggs about the writing for the Post-Journal. That started his almost three-decade weekly column Outdoors with Craig Robbins. Each week Craig shares his insight, tips, techniques and news regarding the outdoors to sportsmen and women of Chautauqua County, western New York and beyond.

[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 120 – March 02, 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…

[LISTEN] The Swedish Hour – March 08, 2026 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 a.m. Swedish Time) and 7 p.m with an additional replay Tuesday's at 6 p.m.

[LISTEN] The Swedish Hour – March 08, 2026

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 a.m.…

[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Angela Caley – March 06, 2026 Artist Angela Caley makes her AOF return to talk two new art shows in March with Arts on Fire host Anthony Merchant www.angelacaleyart.com www.pearlcityclayhouse.org www.barkerlibrary.org

[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Angela Caley – March 06, 2026

Artist Angela Caley makes her AOF return to talk two new art shows in March with Arts on Fire host Anthony Merchant www.angelacaleyart.com www.pearlcityclayhouse.org www.barkerlibrary.org

NYS Plan To Add Sidewalks To Fairmount Avenue In Lakewood Has Detractors A public hearing on New York State’s proposal to add sidewalks to parts of Fairmount Avenue in the village of Lakewood brought out naysayers Thursday night. Nearly 50 people attended the hearing at Busti Town Hall about the 2.5 mile proposed construction project on Route 394 that stretches from Route 474/Ashville Road to Elmcrest Avenue. Erdman Anthony Senior Associate Paul Presutti said the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) held community meetings in 2023 and 2024 to gather input. He said the scope of the proposed sidewalks was reduced significantly, “No new sidewalk from the bridge west of Ashville Road to Ashville road.

NYS Plan To Add Sidewalks To Fairmount Avenue In Lakewood Has Detractors

A public hearing on New York State’s proposal to add sidewalks to parts of Fairmount Avenue in the village of Lakewood brought out naysayers Thursday night. Nearly 50 people attended the hearing at Busti Town Hall about the…

Chautauqua County, Jamestown Awarded $500,000 Total To Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities Chautauqua County and the City of Jamestown have been awarded a total of $500,000 to help expand housing opportunities. The funding is a Pro-Housing Communities Technical Assistance Grant through the New York State Homes & Community Renewal Pro-Housing Communities Program. In Jamestown, the grant will fund contractual legal services to help accelerate the city’s acquisition of abandoned properties. The legal process required to take control of vacant and distressed properties is often extensive, involving multiple filings, court proceedings, and compliance steps that can be both costly and time-consuming. Dedicated legal support will help the City move these cases forward more efficiently and bring long-neglected properties back into productive use.

Chautauqua County, Jamestown Awarded $500,000 Total To Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities

Chautauqua County and the City of Jamestown have been awarded a total of $500,000 to help expand housing opportunities. The funding is a Pro-Housing Communities Technical Assistance Grant through the New…

JCC Uncommoners To Present ‘Biloxi Blues’ Jamestown Community College Uncommoners are presenting a production of “Biloxi Blues” at Scharmann Theatre starting this Friday. The play, written by Neil Simon, is a story that follows young Army recruits during World War II as they go through basic training in Mississippi. The humor grows out of their daily lives, but the play also explores deeper struggles. Themes of the play include war, abuse, and bigotry. It will be directed by JCC graduate and longtime local performer Adam Hughes. Performances are scheduled for March 13, 14, 19, 20, and 21 at 7 p.m.

JCC Uncommoners To Present ‘Biloxi Blues’

Jamestown Community College Uncommoners are presenting a production of “Biloxi Blues” at Scharmann Theatre starting this Friday. The play, written by Neil Simon, is a story that follows young Army recruits during World War II as they go through basic…

[LISTEN] Community Matters – Kim Ecklund – March 5, 2026 WRFA spoke with Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund about her State of the City address, the possible increase in temporary aid from New York State, updates on lead rehabilitation efforts, and more.

[LISTEN] Community Matters – Kim Ecklund – March 5, 2026

WRFA spoke with Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund about her State of the City address, the possible increase in temporary aid from New York State, updates on lead rehabilitation efforts, and more.

[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jefferson Project Presentation – March 5, 2026 The Jefferson Project gave their annual presentation on research on Chautauqua Lake to the Chautauqua County Legislature on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jefferson Project Presentation – March 5, 2026

The Jefferson Project gave their annual presentation on research on Chautauqua Lake to the Chautauqua County Legislature on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua County Humane Society – March 5, 2026 A special furry guest makes a surprise interview appearance to help with "St. Pawtricks" promotions at the Chautauqua County Humane Society this month.

[LISTEN] Community Matters – Chautauqua County Humane Society – March 5, 2026

A special furry guest makes a surprise interview appearance to help with "St. Pawtricks" promotions at the Chautauqua County Humane Society this month.

Chautauqua County History Expo To Mark 250th Anniversary Of The USA The Second Annual Chautauqua County History Expo will mark the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States. The event is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 2 at the Town of Chautauqua Community Municipal Building (Old Mayville High School), located at 2 Academy Street in Mayville Chautauqua County Historian’s Office said that following a successful inaugural year, the 2026 History Expo will be larger, more interactive, and expanded in scope. Attendees are invited to meet local historians, explore their exhibits, and connect with the people dedicated to preserving Chautauqua County’s history. 

Chautauqua County History Expo To Mark 250th Anniversary Of The USA

The Second Annual Chautauqua County History Expo will mark the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States. The event is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday, August 2 at the Town of Chautauqua Community…

Daylight Saving Time Starts This Weekend Daylight saving time begins this weekend. At 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 8, clocks will "spring forward" and reset to 3:00 a.m. While cell phones will do the change automatically, other clocks can be changed on Saturday night before bedtime or upon waking on Sunday morning. People are also encouraged to check and change batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Daylight saving time will end Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. Daylight saving has not been made permanent, nor is it ending as of yet, although the push to make it permanent has been reintroduced multiple times as the…

Daylight Saving Time Starts This Weekend

Daylight saving time begins this weekend. At 2:00 a.m., Sunday, March 8, clocks will "spring forward" and reset to 3:00 a.m. While cell phones will do the change automatically, other clocks can be changed on Saturday night before bedtime or upon waking on…

Reg Lenna’s Memory Cafe Features Sukanya Burman Dance March 10 The Reg’s Memory Cafe will feature Sukanya Burman Dance on March 10. Participants are invited to explore rhythm and movement through conversation, laughter, clapping, simple footwork, drums, and ankle bells, all in a relaxed, welcoming setting. People who attend will be able to create their own ankle bells to use during the session and take home afterward. All materials provided by Sukanya Burman Dance. The Memory Café at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts is a free respite and arts program for people with forgetfulness or other changes in their thinking (including cognitive decline, dementia or Alzheimer’s) as well as their care partner, family, or friends.

Reg Lenna’s Memory Cafe Features Sukanya Burman Dance March 10

The Reg’s Memory Cafe will feature Sukanya Burman Dance on March 10. Participants are invited to explore rhythm and movement through conversation, laughter, clapping, simple footwork, drums, and ankle bells, all in a relaxed, welcoming…

Chautauqua Master Gardeners Presenting Webinar On Garden With Deer Resistant Plants The Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Chautauqua Master Gardener program is holding a webinar on gardening with deer resistant plants. The Education Committee is hosting the free event online from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 18. Temple University’s Ambler Arboretum Kathleen Salisbury will be the presenter. Many gardeners experience significant deer pressure throughout the growing season and feel as though they must resign to gardening with them. Through this program, participants will learn why some plants are less palatable to deer than others, and the reasons why deer browse can be so unpredictable.

Chautauqua Master Gardeners Presenting Webinar On Garden With Deer Resistant Plants

The Cornell Cooperative Extension’s Chautauqua Master Gardener program is holding a webinar on gardening with deer resistant plants. The Education Committee is hosting the free event online from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.,…

WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – March 5, 2026 THE WRFA ROCK AND ROLL RUNDOWN A listing of live entertainment events happening in the greater Jamestown area. Have an event you want us to know about? Use the contact page on our website or send an email to wrfaprogramming@reglenna.com. THU MAR 05 Open Jam – The Wine Cellar – Jamestown Jamie Smith – Busti Tap House – Busti Black Widow Duo – Big Inlet Brewing – Mayville Dean Wells – Wicked Warren’s – Warren, PA FRI MAR 06 Jamie Smith – Lakewood Rod & Gun Club – Lakewood Open mic with Logan Alexander – Group Ther-Happy – Lakewood…

WRFA Rock and Roll Rundown – March 5, 2026

THE WRFA ROCK AND ROLL RUNDOWN A listing of live entertainment events happening in the greater Jamestown area. Have an event you want us to know about? Use the contact page on our website or send an email to wrfaprogramming@reglenna.com. THU MAR 05 Open…

County Legislature Increases Income Limit For Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption The Chautauqua County Legislature has increased the income level for those who may qualify for the Senior Real Property Tax Exemption. Legislators unanimously passed an amended resolution that raised the current income for the exemption from $30,000 to $32,000. The resolution, as proposed by Democrats had originally sought to raise the income level to $38,000. Republican Legislator Dan Pavlock said committee members came to the conclusion that the $38,000 income limit would result in not so much a tax break as a “tax shift,” “It would burden the rest of the taxpayers, and since, and so we had a discussion around what that burden looked like.

County Legislature Increases Income Limit For Senior Citizen Property Tax Exemption

The Chautauqua County Legislature has increased the income level for those who may qualify for the Senior Real Property Tax Exemption. Legislators unanimously passed an amended resolution that raised the current…

Governor Hochul, State Attorney General James Urging Residents To Report Price Gouging In Wake Of Conflict In Iran Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James are urging residents to remain vigilant against price gouging in the wake of heightened geopolitical tensions and conflict in West Asia, particularly in Iran, that could threaten supply chains for essential goods. Recent global events may result in halted or delayed shipping that could affect U.S. imports and lead to unfair or excessive pricing for consumers. This could include food, pharmaceuticals, gasoline and other consumer goods. New York Attorney General Letitia James said, “There is no excuse for unfairly raising prices of essential goods and services that New Yorkers depend on.

Governor Hochul, State Attorney General James Urging Residents To Report Price Gouging In Wake Of Conflict In Iran

Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James are urging residents to remain vigilant against price gouging in the wake of heightened geopolitical tensions and conflict in…

New Chautauqua Lake Manager To Be Introduced At Chautauqua Lake Symposium A new Chautauqua Lake Manager will be introduced at the 2026 Chautauqua Lake Symposium on Saturday, March 21. The forum will bring together scientists, lake managers, policymakers, and stakeholders to share knowledge, align efforts, and continue building momentum toward a healthier Chautauqua Lake. This year’s symposium will highlight ongoing collaboration and lake management strategies, led in part by GEI Consultants’ Chautauqua Lake Manager AJ Reyes. County Executive PJ Wendel said one of his biggest priorities has been strengthening collaboration around Chautauqua Lake, “I’m excited to have a dedicated Lake Manager helping bring partners together, align data and strategies, and keep this work moving forward in a meaningful way.

New Chautauqua Lake Manager To Be Introduced At Chautauqua Lake Symposium

A new Chautauqua Lake Manager will be introduced at the 2026 Chautauqua Lake Symposium on Saturday, March 21. The forum will bring together scientists, lake managers, policymakers, and stakeholders to share knowledge, align…

Audubon Pie Auction Fundraiser Bidding Starts Friday Bidding for the Audubon Community Nature Center’s annual Pie Auction Fundraiser will start this Friday. The fundraiser coincides with Pi Day, which takes place on March 14. Online bidding starts at 12:15 a.m. tomorrow at AudubonCNC.org/Pie-Auction and ends at 11:45 p.m., Wednesday, March 11. Homemade pies are created by Audubon staff, board members, and volunteer bakers. They will feature savory main dishes to desserts. Winners must be able to pick up their pies in-person at the Nature Center on Saturday, March 14 between noon and 4:30 p.m. All pies will be in a dish that is yours to keep or recycle.

Audubon Pie Auction Fundraiser Bidding Starts Friday

Bidding for the Audubon Community Nature Center’s annual Pie Auction Fundraiser will start this Friday. The fundraiser coincides with Pi Day, which takes place on March 14. Online bidding starts at 12:15 a.m. tomorrow…

Untitled Nominations are being sought for the 2026 Jamestown Community College alumni awards. Since 1980, the Alumni Association has presented accomplished alumni with the Distinguished Alumnus Award, the association’s highest honor. The award is given to those who have typified the college’s tradition of excellence and brought credit to the college through personal accomplishment, professional achievement, or humanitarian service. Nominations are due by June 1 by completing the web form at sunyjcc.edu/Alumni/Awards/Nomination. A full listing of past recipients is also available on this JCC alumni webpage. All nominations are reviewed by a selection committee which includes representatives of the Alumni Association board of directors, and JCC faculty and staff. Awards will be presented at the JCC Foundation Awards Gala this Fall.

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Nominations are being sought for the 2026 Jamestown Community College alumni awards. Since 1980, the Alumni Association has presented accomplished alumni with the Distinguished Alumnus Award, the association’s highest honor. The award is given to those who have typified the college’s…

City Shares How People Can Report Housing Complaints The Jamestown Department of Development is sharing how people can report housing concerns now that Spring is arriving. Deputy Director of Housing Policy and Development Kasie Foulk gave a presentation to Jamestown City Council members on the options available to the public. She said those wishing to call in a concern may do so by calling DOD Office Manager Elizabeth Torres at 716-483-7542. Foulk said if there is no answer, callers are asked to leave a voicemail that includes the concern, the location, and your contact information, “It is vital to know if you're the one that lives there, or if you are filing a complaint against a neighbor, or something that you just saw you're driving down or walking down the street; and the contact information for yourself.

City Shares How People Can Report Housing Complaints

The Jamestown Department of Development is sharing how people can report housing concerns now that Spring is arriving. Deputy Director of Housing Policy and Development Kasie Foulk gave a presentation to Jamestown City Council members on the…

Jamestown Woman Arrested In Attempted Kidnapping A Jamestown woman has been arrested for allegedly trying to kidnap a child. Ellicott Police say this past Saturday, February 28, 33-year old Angelea Luszcak allegedly approached an 8-year old girl, grabbed her coat, and was attempting to drag her down an alley away from her home when another child witnessed what was happening and went to another house to get help. The 8-year old was able to get away from Luszcak with a parent coming out to help. Lusczak ran away from the scene but was found shortly after and taken into custody.

Jamestown Woman Arrested In Attempted Kidnapping

A Jamestown woman has been arrested for allegedly trying to kidnap a child. Ellicott Police say this past Saturday, February 28, 33-year old Angelea Luszcak allegedly approached an 8-year old girl, grabbed her coat, and was attempting to drag her…

Maple Weekends To Be Held March 21-22, March 28-29 In NYS New York residents are encouraged to support local maple producers during Maple Month and Maple Weekends being held during the month of March. This year’s Maple Weekends will take place March 21 through 22 and March 28 through 29. New York State continues to rank second in the nation in maple production. In 2025, the industry produced 829,000 gallons. In addition, New York continues to be home to the largest resource of tappable maple trees within the United States and more than 2,000 maple sugar makers. Throughout the month of March each year and the last two weekends of the month in particular, maple farms across the state open their doors to the public to provide a chance to taste pure maple syrup, right from the source, and experience the unique family tradition of making maple syrup in New York State.

Maple Weekends To Be Held March 21-22, March 28-29 In NYS

New York residents are encouraged to support local maple producers during Maple Month and Maple Weekends being held during the month of March. This year’s Maple Weekends will take place March 21 through 22 and March 28 through 29. New York…

JCC Holds CareerFest Today Jamestown Community College will host CareerFest 2026 today The event will take place noon to 2:00 p.m. in the Jamestown Campus Hamilton Collegiate Center Student Union. The event is open to the public. CareerFest 2026 is designed to help students and other job seekers explore career options in a fun, low-pressure environment while connecting directly with more than 25 regional employers from a wide range of industries. Attendees can learn about potential career paths, ask questions of professionals, and explore opportunities for summer jobs, part-time and full-time employment, and internships. In addition to employer networking, CareerFest will feature carnival games and the chance to win prizes. Visit sunyjcc.edu/Events for more information about CareerFest2026 and other JCC events

JCC Holds CareerFest Today

Jamestown Community College will host CareerFest 2026 today The event will take place noon to 2:00 p.m. in the Jamestown Campus Hamilton Collegiate Center Student Union. The event is open to the public. CareerFest 2026 is designed to help students and other job…

[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Cast and Crew of Biloxi Blues – February 27, 2026 Adam Hughes, Jason Sample, Mark Sasse and Tristen Howells of the JCC production of Biloxi Blues stopped by the WRFA studios to chat about the upcoming performances with AOF host Anthony Merchant www.sunyjcc.edu/event/biloxi-blue…harmann-theatre-1 www.instagram.com/jcc_uncommoners www.facebook.com/scharmanntheatre

[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Cast and Crew of Biloxi Blues – February 27, 2026

Adam Hughes, Jason Sample, Mark Sasse and Tristen Howells of the JCC production of Biloxi Blues stopped by the WRFA studios to chat about the upcoming performances with AOF host Anthony Merchant…

[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Rachael and Claire of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute – February 27, 2026 Arts on Fire host Anthony Merchant chats with Rachael Kosinski and Claire Johnson of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute all about new exhibits and upcoming events at RTPI www.rtpi.org www.instagram.com/rtpinstitute www.youtube.com/channel/UC2hF6zvKFvvlLHH0W-vNO3g

[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Rachael and Claire of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute – February 27, 2026

Arts on Fire host Anthony Merchant chats with Rachael Kosinski and Claire Johnson of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute all about new exhibits and upcoming events at RTPI www.rtpi.org…

[LISTEN] Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle Series Highlights – February 2026 WRFA is proud to team up with the Lake Shore Center for the Arts to bring you the highlights from their monthly Songwriters Circle Series. Every third Thursday of the month LSCFTA brings together three singer/songwriters to perform their songs and tell their stories. WRFA brings you the best of those performances on the final Saturday of the month at 8 pm. Performers for February 2026 were William Downe, Lara Herscovitch and Fuzzy Thurston www.fuzzyandtherustbelts.com www.laraherscovitch.com www.lakeshorecenterforthearts.com www.facebook.com/lakeshorecenterforthearts

[LISTEN] Lake Shore Center for the Arts Songwriters Circle Series Highlights – February 2026

WRFA is proud to team up with the Lake Shore Center for the Arts to bring you the highlights from their monthly Songwriters Circle Series. Every third Thursday of the month LSCFTA brings together three…

[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 119 – February 23, 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 visiting and local hunters for geese, ducks, turkey and whitetail. Craig first started writing about the outdoors for the Corry Times. It wasn’t long before he then received a phone call the Jamestown Post-Journal sports editor Jim Riggs about the writing for the Post-Journal. That started his almost three-decade weekly column Outdoors with Craig Robbins. Each week Craig shares his insight, tips, techniques and news regarding the outdoors to sportsmen and women of Chautauqua County, western New York and beyond.

[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 119 – February 23, 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…

[LISTEN] The Swedish Hour – March 01, 2026

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 a.m.…

Jamestown Man Who Raped, Killed Jamestown Woman Sentenced To Life In Prison The Jamestown man who raped and killed a Jamestown woman has been sentenced to 25 years to life in state prison. 37-year old Michael Burham was sentenced Monday morning by Judge David Foley in Chautauqua County Court after he pled guilty to First Degree Murder on January 13, 2026 to the shooting death of Kala Hodgkin on May 11, 2023. Hodgkin accused Burham of forcibly raping her two months before her death and was shot dead in her home by him after he was charged but before he was arrested.

Jamestown Man Who Raped, Killed Jamestown Woman Sentenced To Life In Prison

The Jamestown man who raped and killed a Jamestown woman has been sentenced to 25 years to life in state prison. 37-year old Michael Burham was sentenced Monday morning by Judge David Foley in Chautauqua County Court after…

St. Susan Center To Remain At Gateway Center St. Susan Center will remain in the Gateway Center. The Center’s Board of Directors voted on the decision after “months of careful evaluation and financial analysis” to remain at its longtime home in the Gateway Center at 31 Water Street and to pursue tenancy within the Gateway Lofts redevelopment project. Over the past year, St. Susan Center completed architectural studies, site plan approvals, and detailed construction estimates for the Jamestown Business College property. As planning advanced, Center officials say projected renovation costs increased substantially from early estimates of approximately $1 million to nearly $3 million when accounting for full construction scope and required upgrades, due to substantial change of use from a school building to food services.

St. Susan Center To Remain At Gateway Center

St. Susan Center will remain in the Gateway Center. The Center’s Board of Directors voted on the decision after “months of careful evaluation and financial analysis” to remain at its longtime home in the Gateway Center at 31 Water Street and to pursue…