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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
BATES: Olean, thank you for letting me live my dream
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com OLEAN — Three years ago, I came to Olean with wide eyes and a dream. A dream that you, the wonderful readers and supporters, have allowed
THURSDAY ROUNDUP: Halfway Inn, Pink Ladies pick up lopsided wins in OWSL
OLEAN, NY — Allowing just three hits on the night, Halfway Inn scored a 14-0 victory over Bamboo Strategy in the Olean Women’s Softball League. Brooke DeYoe led the way
Early offense, dominant pitching paces Oilers in critical win over Tarp Skunks
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com OLEAN — It is officially crunch time for the Olean Oilers. Ahead of their July 23 fixture against the Jamestown Tarp Skunks, the Oilers sat 0.5
Olean City Fire Department training largest number of recruits in many years
By RICK MILLER Olean Star Last week, the newest batch of Olean City Fire Department recruits passed the midway point in its 12-week training session. Seven new recruits and a
