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Mayor responds to menacing of city employee in Lincoln Park with increased police presence
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Mayor Amy B. Sherburne announced an increased police presence in Lincoln Park after a city employee was “menaced” in the city employee parking
‘JR’ Bennion elected Olean Common Council president, succeeding Robinson
RICK MILLER Olean Star Ward 1 Alderman Lawrence”JR” Bennion Jr., was unanimously elected Olean Common Council president at the end of Tuesday’s regular meeting. Bennion, a Republican, was first elected
Maloney takes Pine Acres for 2nd Division I crown
Smith fires 29 to set all-time Div. IV scoring record BRADFORD, Pa. — Evan Maloney didn’t get off to a particularly strong start on the back nine in this latest Penn-York Junior Golf showdown. The
Despite capping off season with a win, Oilers’ playoffs hopes dashed from afar
By HUNTER O. LYLElyleoleanstar@gmail.com OLEAN, NY – Midway through the Olean Oilers’ regular season finale, there was a palpable tension in the air. Despite seeing the Oilers’ even the scoreboard,
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
Olean City School District budget, propositions are on May 20 ballot
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Voters in the Olean City School District will vote May 20 on a proposed 2025-2026 budget of $57.9 million plus two capital project propositions totaling
