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Thousands gather to watch ‘Big Boy’ locomotive steam through Western New York
By RICK MILLER Olean Star SUNSET BAY — Thousands of people in Chautauqua and Erie counties gathered around railroad crossings for a glimpse of Big Boy, the largest operating steam

TUESDAY ROUNDUP: Olean Oilers fall to Jamestown Tarp Skunks in high-scoring affair
JAMESTOWN — Despite a gutsy comeback effort, the Olean Oilers were unable to fully recover from an early offensive deluge courtesy of the Jamestown Tarp Skunks, falling 15-11 on the

MONDAY ROUNDUP: Salamanca’s Escobar a double Section 6 Champion; Randy’s, Allen’s, Bamboo Strategy, Halfway pick up big wins in OWSL
ALDEN, NY — At the Section 6 Track & Field State Qualifier, Salamanca’s Xazaiver Escobar claimed section titles in both the 100m and 200m dash — booking himself spots in the

Olean Oilers offense kept quiet as Batavia Muckdogs run away with 11-1 result
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com OLEAN — It was a tough day at the office for the Olean Oilers, who suffered defeat to a Batavia Muckdogs side that pulled out all

SPCA presents annual report to county legislators as it embarks on $6 million fundraiser for new Rt. 16 shelter
By RICK MILLER Olean Star LITTLE VALLEY — The Cattaraugus County SPCA presented its annual report to county lawmakers on Wednesday as it is embarking on a $6 million fundraising

Shops on Union looking forward to trick-or-treating, costume judging Saturday
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — This Saturday, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Shops on Union will welcome trick-or-treaters. After the trick-or-treating, youths can participate in a

Aldermen eye $200,000 from Oak Hill Park fund for elevator repairs
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Faced with a $200,000 repair bill for the Municipal Building elevator, the Olean Common Council’s Finance Committee settled on a plan to use
WEDNESDAY ROUNDUP: Lady Owls book spot in 3A Finals; Salamanca girls soccer avenges losses to Eden in playoff win
CLEARFIELD, PA — The Bradford girls volleyball team officially booked itself a place in the Class 3A Finals after sweeping Clearfield 3-0 on the road in three hard-fought sets. The












