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Late-game execution sees Olean complete comeback over previously unbeaten Dunkirk
OLEAN — Even with a few practices under his team’s belt and with some prominent faces making their return to the floor, when Olean boys basketball coach Tim Kolasinski was

Crusaders’ impenetrable defense hands Bradford largest loss of the season
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com BRADFORD, PA – Hosting the most prolific program in District 9, the Bradford boy’s basketball knew they were facing a tall task. Everyone knew Elk

Flu vaccine less protective against predominant strain, but staves off serious disease
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — As the number of cases of influenza increase in New York state and region, this year’s flu vaccine formulation does not include the

Aiello thanks city residents for ‘honor, privilege’ of serving as Olean mayor for 12 years
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — At the last Common Council meeting of his tenure Tuesday night, Olean Mayor Bill Aiello thanked city residents “for giving me the honor

Two Olean aldermen not seeking re-election; Bennion seeks another term in Ward 1
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Two Olean aldermen aren’t seeking re-election in the fall, while a third incumbent will seek another two-year term on the Common Council. Lawrence

Democratic congressional candidates Gies, Stocker stepping up their fundraising efforts
By RICK MILLER Olean Star Both Democratic candidates in the 23rd Congressional District primary are stepping up their games in their bid to challenge Rep. Nick Langworthy in November. Aaron

“Bosses of the Bronx” author Mike Vaccaro regales Yankees fans at SBU book signing
By RICK MILLER Olean Star ST. BONAVENTURE — New York Post Lead Sports Columnist Mike Vaccaro regaled Yankees fans with stories of the Steinbrenner dynasty of the 1980s and 90s
THURSDAY ROUNDUP: Gators track and field defend the swamp from Coudy
PORT ALLEGANY, PA – Hosting the Falcons for a duel meet, the Port Allegany track and field team took home another win, sweeping Coudersport with a 113-31 win for the












