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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

Schmidt looking for confidence as Bona tips-off season against mid-major powerhouse Bradley
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ROCK HILL, SC — The St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team looked untouchable in its final exhibition game against Alfred University. The Bonnies won by a 61-point

Gators pick up seven selections, OMVP, COTY in District 9 all-star awards
Smethport’s Ganoe, Yingling take home two Region 4 awards By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com Throughout the ten weeks of the regular season, a lot can happen. Some teams rise and

Olean man charged with shooting into Belmont home
By RICK MILLER Olean Star BELMONT — An Olean man has been charged with shooting into a village of Belmont home with children early Thursday. Amity-based state police said Robert
Salamanca Police announce arrest in death of woman
By RICK MILLER Olean Star SALAMANCA — Salamanca Police have announced an arrest in the death of a woman found deceased Friday morning in a River Street apartment. The woman












