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Sempolinski votes against $268 billion state budget, calling it ‘irresponsible’
ALBANY – Calling it irresponsible, Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski, R-Canisteo, voted “No” on New York’s $268 billion state budget. The budget is a $13.7 billion increase over last year’s spending plan.

County legislators approve $300,000 for lead paint removal in up to 12 homes
By RICK MILLER Olean Star LITTLE VALLEY — Cattaraugus County lawmakers approved a resolution Wednesday that is designed to remove lead paint threats in eight to 12 owner-occupied homes this
WEDNESDAY ROUNDUP: Salamanca boys lacrosse falls to East Aurora in Class D Semis; Warriors unified basketball caps regular season with win over Jamestown
EAST AURORA, NY — For the Salamanca boys lacrosse team, its 15-7 loss to No. 1 seed East Aurora in the Section 6 Class D Semifinals marked the end of

Warriors come up short in third consecutive Class D championship
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com WILLIAMSVILLE, NY – After pushing the boulder up the Section VI mountain once again, the Salamanca girl’s lacrosse team ultimately saw it slip and fall

Shantell Wilson, Emma Spadoni chosen as St. Bonaventure Class of 2026 student speakers
ST. BONAVENTURE — St. Bonaventure University will celebrate the achievements of its Class of 2026 with two commencement ceremonies in Reilly Center Arena this weekend, highlighted by student speakers whose
MONDAY ROUNDUP: Bates homers for Huskies win over Dunkirk; Gators get back in the win column against Bradford
OLEAN, NY – Led by Anna Bates’ big day at the plate, the Olean softball team recorded their fifth consecutive win, beating Dunkirk 12-7 as they prepare for the upcoming

Salamanca offense consistent, disciplined in five-inning rout of Pine Valley
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com SALAMANCA — Behind a composed and effective offense, the Salamanca baseball team took care of business in five innings against Pine Valley. The Warriors had already faced

Francis’ grand slam delivers overwhelming win on Senior Night
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com DUKE CENTER, PA – In a night that saw a barrage of hits from up and down the roster, the Otto-Eldred softball team honored their











