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(Cattaraugus County Health Department) Aerial spraying of mosquito larvicide over wetlands in Cattaraugus County reduced the numbers of adults mosquitoes, but they are headed back up, which could lead to additional spraying.

Another mosquito larvicide spraying may be needed

July 12, 2024

By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — After finding as many as 1,800 mosquitoes a week in special traps in mid-May, the Cattaraugus County Health Department recommended aerial spraying of

(Photo provided) The Class of 1974 was the honored class at the annual Little Valley Central School Alumni Banquet on June 29 in Little Valley. From left are: Judy Yehl Golley, Nancy Foster Olson, Don Bridenbaker, Charlene Williams Rohwer, Doug Paschen, Amy Butler, Dennis Koch, Diane Orr Shemtov (seated), Greg Peters, Eileen Ellis, George Dykstra, John Krager, Wayne Gloff and Dennis Clark .

Little Valley Central School Alumni Banquet attended by over 200 members, guests

July 11, 2024

LITTLE VALLEY — More than 200 Little Valley Central School alumni and guests attended the annual Alumni Banquet Saturday, June 29, at the Corporate Building on the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds.

(Rick Miller/Olean Star) The new Hinsdale Vietnam Memorial in the park in front of the Hinsdale Fire Department remains covered until Saturday’s dedication.

Hinsdale Vietnam Memorial dedication Saturday morning

July 11, 2024

By RICK MILLER Olean Star HINSDALE — The new Hinsdale Vietnam Memorial will be unveiled Saturday in a dedication ceremony in the park in front of the Hinsdale Fire Department.

Star photo by Daniella Langianese. The Tri-County Arts Council building on West State Street in Olean is showcasing art by Denise Drummond and Joseph Grice through June 15.

Barbara Fox gallery opening at Tri-County Arts Council

July 10, 2024

Olean Star – OLEAN- The Tri-County Arts Council presents “An Artistic Journey, From watercolors to oils and back again” by Barbara Fox, from July 12 – August 30 in the

Bona men’s hoops looking for defensive response against guard-heavy St. Joe’s

January 13, 2026

By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — Following its loss to Fordham on Jan. 10, the St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team currently stands as the only Atlantic 10 team to

Bonnies aiming to take next step towards consistent success against St. Joe’s

January 13, 2026

By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — Last time out, the St. Bonaventure women’s basketball team faced the daunting task of heading into the home of the current Atlantic 10

Olean boys hoops claim defensive battle over Salamanca

January 13, 2026

By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com SALAMANCA — The CCAA Div. I is notorious for its close contests. A league known for its parity, contests exactly like the one between the Salamanca

MONDAY ROUNDUP: Bradford girls fall to DCC on the road; Smethport, A-L boys continue to struggle

January 13, 2026

DUBOIS, PA – Despite finding their stride late, the Bradford girl’s basketball team were unable to close the gap on the scoreboard, ultimately falling 48-35 to DuBois Central Catholic. After