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Olean Oilers begin life in PGCBL with 7-inning loss to Jamestown Tarp SkunksÂ
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com JAMESTOWN — A new chapter in the history of the Olean Oilers is officially here. On May 29, Olean got its tenure in the Perfect Game

2026 Big 30 Charities Classic coaches release
The Big 30 has officially unveiled the names of head coaches and their respective staff members who have committed to lead Team New York and Team Pennsylvania in the upcoming

2026 Big 30 Charities Classic selection release #8
The Big 30 has begun unveiling the names of players who have committed to participating in the upcoming 2026 Charities Classic. The following is the eighth full release sent out

State budget contains increase in aid to almost every school district in Cattaraugus, Allegany counties
By RICK MILLER Olean Star The $268 billion New York State budget contains a $15.1 million boost in aid to public schools in Cattaraugus and Allegany counties to $432.2 million.

Panthers secure seat in Class C championship with sweep of Chautauqua LakeÂ
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com PORTVILLE, NY – Three sure things: death, taxes and the Portville volleyball team being a contender for a state championship. Over the past decade and

Simmons heroics galvanize Bona men’s basketball to opening-day win over Bradley
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ROCK HILL, SC — The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team tipped-off its 2025-26 season a long way away from home. But 639 miles away from the

Aiello in uphill battle against Sherburne for Olean mayor
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Election Day for Olean mayoral candidates Amy Sherburne and Mayor Bill Aiello starts at 6 a.m. when polls open in the seven wards.

Pumpkin smashing event turns jack-o-lanterns into compost
By RICK MILLER Olean Star ALLEGANY — Kids and adults had a smashing good time Saturday turning their jack-o-lanterns into compost at Canticle Farm’s Old State Road site in Allegany.












