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Sempolinski, Borrello blast record $254 billion budget
ALBANY — Both of Cattaraugus County elected state legislators voted against the 2025-2026 state budget of $254.3 billion Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski, R-Canisteo, said he voted against the state budget because

Dramatic drop in fentanyl deaths in Cattaraugus County continues
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Cattaraugus County opioid overdose deaths were down dramatically in 2024 and show signs — so far — of being lower again this year. Public Health

Lyme disease awareness month: Take steps to prevent tick bites
RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — You, a member of your family or your pet may bring an unwelcome guest home on your next picnic or other outing — a tick

Cooperative Extension pairs with My Home Park for native plant fundraiser
ELLICOTTVILLE — Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Cattaraugus County is teaming up with native plant experts at My Home Park to launch their first native plant sale fundraiser. The fundraiser

Alle-Catt supporters, opponents speak at IDA hearing on PILOT
By RICK MILLER Olean Star FARMERSVILLE — Supporters and opponents of the proposed 340-megawatt Alle-Catt Wind Farm spoke at public hearings Monday on whether the Cattaraugus County Industrial Development Agency should grant

Pollock: Where the Bonnies’ victory over A-10 No. 1 seed VCU ranks in history all-time for St. Bonaventure basketball
Share: By CHUCK POLLOCK, Wellsville Sun Senior Sports Columnist In its 58-year history, St. Bonaventure’s Reilly Center has seen its share of memorable basketball games. There was the unforgettable win

Bona women’s hoops eye complete performance in A10 home-opener against Rhode Island
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — After having tipped off conference play with a loss, the St. Bonaventure women’s basketball team, will look to right the ship as it

Bona legend Tom Stith to be entered into National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame
A 1961 graduate of St. Bonaventure, Tom Stith’s name is one of those synonymous with the storied past of the university’s men’s basketball program. Now, 63 years later, Stith will












