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Fredonia out-paces Olean, ends Huskies’ win streak
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com OLEAN, NY – One big inning would not be enough for the Olean softball team as they watched Fredonia pull away late, sealing a 8-5

Display commemorating OBI directors unveiled Friday
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — The McCarthy family operated Olean Business Institute for 52 years before it closed in August 2013, Founder Daniel R. McCarthy directed the school for 10

61st WNY Maple Festival ends Sunday in Franklinville
By RICK MILLER Olean Star FRANKLINVILLE — The 61st annual Western New York Maple Festival kicked off in Franklinville Saturday morning with scattered rain and cool temperatures. Cooler temperatures and windy conditions

Bona’s late rally comes up short as early deficit proves too much in loss to Davidson
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — Playing under the umbrella of a large deficit affects a team. Unfortunately, that is exactly what the St. Bonaventure baseball team was forced to

Fall 24′ freshman class expected to be largest in 35 years at St. Bonaventure
ST. BONAVENTURE — St. Bonaventure University reported Wednesday that more than 600 incoming freshmen have confirmed for the fall 2024 semester. As of Wednesday, 617 freshmen had committed to attend

Edwin McPeak, Jr., of Olean arrested, charged in connection with Hamlin Bank robbery
BREAKING NEWS SEAN CARR Olean Star ELDRED – Edwin McPeak, Jr., of Olean was arrested and charged with robbery in connection with the armed robbery of Hamlin Bank and Trust

Children’s day Sunday in Franchot
OLEAN — The 29th Annual National Children’s Day celebration will be held Sunday, June 9, at 1 p.m. at Franchot Park. As part of the living memorial to all children,

Cattaraugus County legislators OK funding to spray mosquitos
By RICK MILLER Olean Star LITTLE VALLEY — Cattaraugus County Legislator Kelly Andreano, R-Olean, couldn’t go to the store or walk down the street without someone complaining about mosquitoes. On












