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Sharon Fellows, retired county historian, honored at retirement party at County Museum Saturday
By RICK MILLER Olean Star MACHIAS — For the past 20 years, as Cattaraugus County historian, Sharon Fellows helped people reconnect with their family histories. Most of her work since
WEEKEND ROUNDUP: Olean Oilers drop doubleheader against Batavia Muckdogs
BATAVIA, NY — The Olean Oilers dropped both games of their doubleheader against the Batavia Muckdogs on June 21, falling 3-2 and 7-2, respectively. In the first game of the afternoon,

St. Bonaventure women’s basketball Atlantic 10 pairings released
ST. BONAVENTURE — The St. Bonaventure women’s basketball team has officially unveiled its Atlantic 10 conference pairings for the 2026-27 season. While no dates or times are currently set, the

Salamanca student showcases advanced design skills with 3D printed school-themed coasters
SALAMANCA — Andrew McCormick, a student in Shawn Howard’s Technology classes, recently completed a creative and technical design project producing Salamanca-themed coasters that highlight both school pride and modern manufacturing

Town of Olean Planning Board discusses site plan for proposed 5 megawatt solar facility on Dugan Road
By RICK MILLER Olean Star The Town of Olean Planning Board on Thursday discussed the site plan for the proposed 5 megawatt Dugan Road Solar project on Dugan Road. The

MY HOMETOWN: OLEAN’S CITY HALL IN DISARRAY
Olean Star – Eric M. Firkel I was eight years oldAnd running with a dime in my handTo the bus stop to pickUp a paper for my old manI’d sit

Ischua Creek Water Keeper group seeking answers on fish kill in Franklinville creek a year ago
(EDITOR’S NOTE: The following press release was submitted by the Ischua Valley Water Keepers group, formed last year after the die-off of fish, amphibians and other aquatic animals in Ischua

Master Gardeners offering Tai Chi and Qi Gong sessions at Nannen Arboretum
ELLICOTTVILLE — Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Cattaraugus Master Gardeners will host “Cultivate the Garden — Cultivate Yourself,” a six-week introductory series on authentic Tai Chi and Qi Gong. The outdoor




