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Huskies’ score 30 unanswered points in rout of Cheektowaga
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com OLEAN, NY – Some would argue that there’s no better time to get your win at home than on Senior Night. The same could be

Sherburne wants to reappoint Charter Commission to get revisions on November 2027 ballot
By RICK MILLER Olean Star Mayor Amy B. Sherburne wants to reappoint the Olean Charter Commission and have their charter revisions on the November 2027 election ballot. The mayor was

14th annual WILMA Woolly Bear Weekend set Saturday and Sunday at county fairgrounds
By RICK MILLER Olean Star LITTLE VALLEY — The 14th annual WILMA Woolly Bear Weekend will showcase local businesses, manufacturers, artisans and crafters Saturday and Sunday at the Cattaraugus County

THURSDAY ROUNDUP: Portville boys dominate final opponent; Salamanca’s air raid upsets top-seeded Golden Falcons
ALLEGANY, NY – Taking the field for their final contest of the regular season, the Portville boy’s soccer team ended in dominating fashion, beating Pine Valley/Gowanda 9-0 on a night
FRIDAY ROUNDUP: Portville softball cruises past North Collins; Portville baseball falls to Randolph
NORTH COLLINS, NY — After scoring seven runs in the second inning, the Portville softball team was in full control throughout its 11-4 CCAA Div. IV win over North Collins.

Lady Terrors beat Kane, rain as Hakes throws no hitter
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com DUKE CENTER, PA – Led by their star sophomore Rayel Hakes in the circle, the Otto-Eldred softball team kept their red hot streak alive, shutting

Seven Salamanca students sign letters of intent to participate in collegiate athletics
SALAMANCA — On May 1, The Salamanca City Central School District held an official signing day for a number of students who have committed to participate in collegiate sports. The group

Janet L. Oaks
April 21, 1943 – April 29, 2025 Janet L. Oaks, 82, of Olean, NY, died Tuesday morning, April 29, 2025 with her daughter Lisa by her side at Olean General




