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Former Salamanca Mayor Mike ‘Smitty’ Smith plans to seek office as an independent
By RICK MILLER Olean Star SALAMANCA — Former mayor Michael R. “Smitty” Smith announced on Facebook Sunday he plans to run again for mayor on the independent Salamanca Proud party

McCall stresses need to balance tax hike with desire to provide services
By RICK MILLER Olean Star Common Council Finance Committee Chairwoman Sonya McCall, D-Ward 4, said a key concern in upcoming budget talks is the need to balance tax increases with
WEEKEND ROUNDUP: Gators advance to Section VI quarterfinals; Pitt-Bradford women earn first win in season finale
ALLEGANY, NY – Having ten Gators make their way into the scoring column, the Allegany-Limestone girl’s basketball team cruised to a victory in the first round of the Section VI

Bona men’s hoops fall to Richmond in high-scoring affair
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com RICHMOND, VA — There was no lack of offense in the second matchup of the season between the St. Bonaventure and Richmond men’s basketball teams. Both

Punxsy rocks Bradford, spoils Homecoming game
By HUNTER O. LYLE BRADFORD, PA – Looking to snap a three game losing streak as well as give their homecoming crowd a reason to celebrate, the Bradford football team

Portville Remains Undefeated in Section VI Girls Soccer
On a perfect fall evening in Portville the host Panthers continued their dominate play as they defeated the previously unbeaten Ellicottville Eagles 4-1 on Thursday night. The game started as

Salamanca Varsity Swim Moves to 5-1
The Salamanca Girls Varsity swim team continues their winning ways with a 112-74 victory over Fredonia/Dunkirk/Forestville. Coach Laurie Lafferty John is very encouraged by her team’s effort… “The amount of

CCMFL Playoff Picture
Following a 7-week schedule, 6 games and a bye, the playoff picture is complete and the Playoffs are ready to begin this weekend in the CCMFL. The Pee Wee and












