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Gies receives endorsements for Congress from Democratic committees in five counties
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Democratic congressional candidate Aaron Gies of Olean announced Monday that he received the endorsement of Democratic committees in five counties in his bid
Bonnies set for physical battle with Rhode Island in penultimate home game
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — There’s something about the Spiders that makes the Bonnies’ offense hum. Of the five best scoring performances the St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team
Sherburne says budget transparency essential to overcome challenges
In a letter to Olean aldermen and city residents Mayor Amy B. Sherburne emphasized transparency in the proposed $23.2 million budget is essential. Many residents have reacted negatively to the
Former Salamanca Mayor Mike ‘Smitty’ Smith plans to seek office as an independent
By RICK MILLER Olean Star SALAMANCA — Former mayor Michael R. “Smitty” Smith announced on Facebook Sunday he plans to run again for mayor on the independent Salamanca Proud party
Olean City Fire Department training largest number of recruits in many years
By RICK MILLER Olean Star Last week, the newest batch of Olean City Fire Department recruits passed the midway point in its 12-week training session. Seven new recruits and a
WEDNESDAY ROUNDUP: Olean Oilers edge out win over Ironbacks in Niagara
ST. CATHARINES, ON — It was hits galore north of the border with the Olean Oilers and the Niagara Ironbacks combining for 24 on the day. And while the visitors had
New York seeking three-peat, all-time series lead in Big 30 Charities Classic
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com BRADFORD, PA — The 2025 Big 30 Charities Classic was historic. Not just for the eye-widening 56-0 scoreline that went in favor of New York’s squad,
MONDAY ROUNDUP: Hangry Pitches double up with wins in OWSL
OLEAN, NY — The Hangry Pitches’ offense was red-hot as they collected two wins over both Allen’s Wine and Liquor and Misfits. Against Allen’s, with the scores level at 7-7 after
