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(Rick Miller/Olean Star) State Sen. George Borrello (at podium) speaks at a press conference by Republican state lawmakers from Western New York over plans for early release of some non-violent inmates due to correctional facilities staffing shortages. On the left are Assemblymen David DiPietro and Paul Bologna. Senate Minority Leader Robert Ort is on the right.

Republican lawmakers blast plan for inmates early release

April 6, 2025

RICK MILLER Olean Star GOWANDA — Republican state lawmakers from Western New York blasted state plans Friday for early release of some nonviolent inmates to address staff shortages in a

Chuck Pollock: Hornell’s Gene Mastin reflects on old-time football in the Big 30 from Bill Shesman to George Whitcher

April 6, 2025

By CHUCK POLLOCK, Wellsville Sun, Hornell Sun Senior Sports Columnist An email arrived the other day from an old friend. You may remember him … Gene Mastin, one of the

photo of Marti Tillinger with one of the posters on pollinators she will share at her presentation this week

Pollinator Steward to Share Spring Gardening Tips on Thursday

April 6, 2025

As the warmer weather beckons, thoughts turn to gardening, whether for food, beauty or both. On Thursday, April 10, Pollinator Steward Marti Tillinger, of Allegany, will offer gardeners suggestions for

(Rick Miller/Olean Star) Demonstrators line East State Street in front of Lincoln Park Saturday following a similar anti-Trump protest on West State Street earlier.

Two Olean demonstrations draw almost 300 Trump protestors

April 6, 2025

Rick Miller Olean Star Sign-waving demonstrators protesting a number of President Trump’s potential cuts including Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid and veterans programs held two events Saturday involving a total of

Kathy S. Weishan

April 15, 2025

September 30, 1946 – April 12, 2025 Ellicottville – Kathy S. Weishan, 78, of Harlingen, TX, formerly of Ellicottville, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2025 at her home in Harlingen.

Monday Roundup: Bradford baseball, Otto-Eldred softball earn shutout wins

April 14, 2025

WARREN — The Bradford baseball team was one hit away from shutting out Warren in an 8-0 victory in enemy territory. The Owls were in full control from the first

Otto-Eldred's Ryan Schenfield throws a pitch downrange during his first varsity start. | Photo by Hunter O. Lyle

Terrors’ win streak comes to an end with three-inning thrashing

April 14, 2025

By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com ELDRED, PA – In their worst loss of the season, the Otto-Eldred baseball team witnessed Coudersport plant their flag on their home diamond, beating the

Weekend Roundup: Lady Terrors continue hot streak, Bradford baseball turns a corner against Hubbers

April 14, 2025

PORT ALLEGANY, PA – The Otto-Eldred softball team strung together their third win in a row, dominating Allegheny Mountain League opponent Smethport 13-1 in four innings. Six Lady Terrors found