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Andrew Hill

Once in awhile we have a special interview or audio feature we would like to share with our audience (that is a little longer than we can play on-air) so we share it here!

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Dr. Kevin Whitaker - Jamestown Public Schools Superintendent

Dennis Webster Interviews

September 14th, 2023 12:00am

Each Thursday at 7:40 AM, during the school year, WJTN's Dennis Webster speaks with Dr. Whitaker on various topics relating to Chautauqua County's largest public school system.

Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown Interview (8-22-23)

Annie, Jr.

August 22nd, 2023 12:00am

Produced by the Jr. Guilders of the Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown, over 100 area youth take to the stage (for the first time since 2019!) to bring to life the classic, Annie Jr! Joining Andrew Hill in studio to preview the show is Lindsay Russell (Director) and Annabelle Herman (playing Tessie) from Bemus Point Elementary School. Tickets are available one-hour before each performance and at www.lbltj.com.

2023 Jamestown Region Celtic Festival

Interview with Doug Clark

August 21st, 2023 12:00am

Andrew Hill sits down with Doug Clark to talk about the 16th annual gathering of the clans at Lakeside Park in Mayville, NY.

An Evening with Melody Thomas Scott

Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown Fundraiser

August 14th, 2023 12:00am

Melody Thomas Scott, known to her many fans as “Nikki Newman” on The Young and the Restless, television’s number one daytime drama for 35 years, will be in Jamestown, New York, on Tuesday, August 15. Fans will have two opportunities to see Scott that evening at events supporting the Lucille Ball Little Theatre of Jamestown.

Chautauqua Institution Update (8-11-23)

Vanessa Weinert, Senior Director of Marketing and Analytics

August 11th, 2023 12:00am

Vanessa Weinert reminds us of the visual arts on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution.

Dawn Swanson Interview (8-9-23)

Author of “Charlotte, The Very Good, Very Naughty Girl”

August 9th, 2023 12:00am

Kennedy Library’s director Dawn Swanson has published a children’s book - “Charlotte, The Very Good, Very Naughty Girl” - and our Andrew Hill sat down to talk about the story which features Charlotte, who is not a naughty girl, but does do some naughty things.

Chautauqua Institution Update (8-4-23)

Vanessa Weinert, Senior Director of Marketing and Analytics

August 4th, 2023 12:00am

Vanessa reminds us of a couple of wonderful places where you can stop and eat while on the grounds of Chautauqua Institution.

Chautauqua Institution Event Preview (7-27-23)

Vanessa Weinert, Senior Director of Marketing and Analytics

July 27th, 2023 12:00am

Did you know that anyone can come to Chautauqua Institution on Sunday's - FOR FREE?! Lee John speaks with Vanessa about this and more!

Chautauqua Institution's Chautauqua County Day

An interview with Melissa Spas

July 20th, 2023 12:00am

Andrew Hill interviews Melissa Spas, Vice President of Relgion, during Chautauqua County Day.

Chautauqua Institution's Chautauqua County Day

Amit Taneja Interview

July 20th, 2023 12:00am

Andrew Hill interviews Amit Taneja, Senior Vice President, Chief IDEA Officer of the Office of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)

Chautauqua Institution's Chautauqua County Day

Michael Hill Interview

July 20th, 2023 12:00am

Andrew Hill interviews Chautauqua President, Michael Hill, during Chautauqua County Day.

Chautauqua Institution's Chautauqua County Day

Jane Becker

July 20th, 2023 12:00am

Andrew Hill interviews Jane Becker - a "brain child" of the Chautauqua Day experience.

MICHAEL BURNHAM CAPTURED

Pennsylvania State Police Press Conference

July 15th, 2023 12:00am

Chautauqua Institution Event Preview (7-12-23)

Vanessa Weinert, Senior Director of Marketing and Analytics

July 12th, 2023 12:00am

RAIN – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES perform songs from Abbey Road & the Rooftop Concert LIVE, in additional to all your favorite hits. This mind-blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is the next best thing to seeing the Beatles. Experience the world’s most iconic band and get back to where you once belonged with RAIN – A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES.

The Marvin House (6-27-23)

A community update on The Marvin House in Jamestown.

June 27th, 2023 12:00am

Mrs. Elizabeth Warner Marvin gave her beautiful home located at 2 W. Fifth Street in Jamestown, NY to provide for the establishment of a meeting place and headquarters for women’s organizations, “which have for their purpose the moral or mental improvement of women and are engaged in literary, musical, education, patriotic, scientific or historical work”. As the Marvin House is rated the best Queen Anne (or shingle-style structure) in the county and is given a Priority 1 rating for homes that should be protected under any circumstances, our focus is historic preservation.

Babe Ruth World Series Update (5-2-23)

May 2nd, 2023 12:00am

WJTN's Dennis Webster is joined by Russ Dietrich and Kim Ecklund from the Babe Ruth World Series to update the community on the expansion of teams, need for host families and sponsorship recruitment efforts.

John Kinder, Jr. Interview (4-27-23)

Program Director – TheZone at Northwest Arena

April 27th, 2023 12:00am

Northwest Arena is building TheZone, an indoor sports-themed play space for toddlers through pre-teens. This new project will be a memorable childhood experience that promotes healthier futures, enhances Chautauqua County’s appeal to visitors, fuels Jamestown’s economic momentum, and be a point of community pride. TheZone will bring something wonderful and new to the experience of children who grow up in and visit the region. WJTN's Dennis Webster had the opportunity to interview John Kinder, Program Director of TheZone, to talk about their upcoming Gala that will help raise funds for this new space.

Ben Drake Interview (3-31-23)

Jamestown High School Boys Basketball Coach

March 31st, 2023 12:00am

WJTN's Dennis Webster interviews the outgoing JHS Boys Basketball Coach who, after 25 seasons, will not be coaching the team next fall.

High School Bowl (3-12-23)

Katrina Leake Interview

March 12th, 2023 12:00am

Dennis Webster speaks with the Assistant Director of Admissions at Jamestown Community College.

J.H.S. 2023 Musical Preview Show

Big Fish

March 11th, 2023 12:00am

Dennis Webster features a special preview of Jamestown High School's upcoming musical BIG FISH! During the hour we'll feature some of the musical performances, interviews with the cast and crew and provide our audience with some more “background information” on this broadway musical! This special program is supported by Larson Orthodontics

High School Bowl (3-12-23)

Fredonia vs Chautauqua Lake

March 11th, 2023 12:00am

98th A Cappella Vespers

The Jamestown High School A Cappella Choir held its 98th annual A Cappella Vespers on 12/11/22 and 12/18/22 at First Lutheran Church in Jamestown, NY.

December 23rd, 2022 12:00am | Duration: 54:26

The 68-voice A Cappella Choir, under the direction of Lauren Scharf, was accompanied on the piano by Julie Livengood and on the organ by Brian A. Bogey, the choir’s director emeritus. Established by the ensemble’s founder, Ebba Goranson, in 1924, the Vespers are sacred music concerts performed each December at First Lutheran Church, featuring excerpts from major choral works and seasonal songs and carols to help provide a bit of cheer during the holiday season.

Jurassic World Live!

September 27th, 2022 12:00am

Lee John speaks with a member of the cast from Jurassic World Live, coming to Buffalo this October!

2022 Celtic Festival

The 15th Annual Gathering of the Clans

August 22nd, 2022 12:00am

Andrew Hill invited Doug Clark from the 96th Highlanders into the studio to talk about the 15th Annual Celtic Festival which will be happening this Saturday, August 27th from 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM at Lakeside Park in Mayville, New York!

CARSON TONIGHT: JOHNNY’S COMEDY & VARIETY ACTS LIVE!

Host Pat Hazell speaks with WJTN's Dennis Webster on 8/8/22.

August 8th, 2022 12:00am

As the National Comedy Center opens its immersive Johnny Carson Experience, relive the magic and laughter of Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show with the talented artists and personalities who were welcomed by Johnny and featured as in-studio guests during his extraordinary 30-year late-night run. The National Comedy Center presents this special event, hosted by comedian Pat Hazell, plus stage performances by master magician Lance Burton, comedian Cathy Ladman, ventriloquist Jay Johnson, wildlife expert Joan Embery, champion storyteller Don Reed, The Passing Zone juggling team Jon Wee & Owen Morse, Mighty Carson Art Player Teresa Ganzel and Carson Entertainment Group President Jeff Sotzing

Lucille Ball Comedy Festival

Hear more about this year's lineup of events!

August 1st, 2022 12:00am | Duration: 9:30

Andrew Hill features a conversation with Megan Arnone Eckwahl, Manager of Marketing and Communications at National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York.

Chautauqua Institution Week #2 Interview

July 7th, 2022 12:00am

Lee John got the scoop regarding happenings at Chautauqua this summmer!

Chautauqua Institution Week #1 Interview

Vanessa Weinert, Senior Director of Marketing

July 1st, 2022 12:00am

Lee John got the scoop regarding the opening week at Chautauqua with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and Sons of Maestro as well as informaiton on FREE Sunday's and details on some of the restaurants on the grounds.

Fiddler on the Roof Musical Preview

'Fiddler on the Roof,' this year's Jamestown High School musical will be onstage March 17th through the 19th at the Merton P. Corwin Auditorium at JHS.

March 11th, 2022 12:00am

WJTN's Dennis Webster recently met with the cast and directors to record this preview of the production.

Dr. Kirk Young - Chautauqua Leadership Network Interview

Why join the CLN Class of 2022?

November 5th, 2021 12:00am

Andrew Hill of Media One Radio Group speaks with Dr. Kirk Young, Vice President of Student Affairs at Jamestown Community College and Chautauqua Leadership Network Alumni member. Kirk shares a lot of great information regarding the opportunity for professional growth and development through CLN.

Chautauqua Leadership Network Interview

Why join the CLN Class of 2022?

October 26th, 2021 12:00am

Andrew Hill of Media One Radio Group speaks with Tory Irgang, Cindy Aronson and Brian LeBarron about the Chautauqua Leadership Network and how this program can advance the professional development of those that attend!

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