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Gator repeat: A-L earns walk-off win over Portville

April 6, 2025

After walk-off win over Randolph, A-L downs PCS in 9 By J.P. BUTLER — Special to the Olean Star jpbutler10@gmail.com ALLEGANY — Eric Hemphill turned to his dugout and beckoned

(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

Pollock Prediction: Jets defense plus Allen’s health equals a New York victory over the Buffalo Bills

October 13, 2024

By CHUCK POLLOCK, Wellsville Sun and Olean Star Senior Sports Columnist When the Jets host the Bills Monday night at Metlife Stadium in the Meadowlands (ABC-TV, Bills Radio Network, 8:20),

Photo by Hunter O. Lyle Portville quarterback Eli Sleggs hands the ball off to Maxx DeYoe during the Panthers win over Fredonia on Friday. DeYoe scored four touchdowns against the Hillbillies with over 200 rushing yards.

DeYoe, Panthers surge in second half to defeat Hillbillies

October 12, 2024

DeYoe, Panthers surge in second half to defeat Hillbillies PORTVILLE, NY – No one likes an upset. Even worse would be an upset on Senior Night. However, after a lack-luster

(Rick Miller/Olean Star) An Amish buggy drives along the Amish Trail in western Cattaraugus County.

Cattaraugus County officials tour agribusiness along Amish Trail

October 12, 2024

By RICK MILLER Olean Star Cattaraugus County officials got a glimpse inside several Amish businesses and homes during a tour of the Amish Trail on the western part of the county on

(Rick Miller/Olean Star) Cattaraugus County Legislator Ginger Schroder (standing at right), spoke in support of amending requirements in the county's 2021 Animal Abusers Registry. Schroder and several other legislators and county officials wore pink to promote Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

SPCA in Cattaraugus County asks lawmakers for more funds

October 12, 2024

By RICK MILLER Olean Star LITTLE VALLEY — The SPCA in Cattaraugus County is looking for a modest $22,000 increase in its 2025 contract with Cattaraugus County, a spokesman told county lawmakers