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Despite loss to La Salle, Giordano praises culture, foundation built in first year as HC
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — St. Bonaventure head coach Mick Giordano was noticeably
Early offense sees Portville past Ellicottville in Class C Playoffs
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ALLEGANY — Just eight days ago the No. 4 seed Portville
Huskies stall out in second half against Lackawanna, end season with loss on Senior Night
By HUNTER O. LYLE OLEAN, NY – Playing with postseason seeding on the line, the
FRIDAY ROUNDUP: Salamanca falls to Chautauqua Lake despite halftime lead; A-L, Portville boys soccer move on in playoffs
MAYVILLE, NY — Despite leading at halftime, the Warriors were unable to contain Chautauqua Lake
Portville/C-R/B-R secures playoff berth with ‘resilient’ victory over CSP
By SPENCER BATES batesolenatsr@gmail.com BOLIVAR — Three weeks into its 2025 campaign, the newly merged
A long way from the big city lights, Joe Grahovac is hoping to provide for the Bonnies
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com (This article is the second of a four part series of
Cattaraugus County SNAP recipients unsure about November’s benefits
By RICK MILLER Olean Star It’s still unclear whether the Trump Administration will extend SNAP
Aldermen approve eminent domain resolution for mall to drop anchor stores’ lease restrictions
By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — The Olean Common Council voted unanimously Tuesday to
Sempolinski criticizes Hochul for not mentioning Seneca Gaming Compact in State of State Address
By RICK MILLER Olean Star ALBANY — As Gov. Kathy Hochul was winding down her
TUESDAY ROUNDUP: Neff’s 24 falls in vain; Portville boys outgunned by Gowanda
KANE, PA — Despite Peyton Neff’s shooting showcase and 24 points, the Smethport girl’s basketball
Bona men’s hoops looking for defensive response against guard-heavy St. Joe’s
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — Following its loss to Fordham on Jan. 10,
Bonnies aiming to take next step towards consistent success against St. Joe’s
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — Last time out, the St. Bonaventure women’s basketball
Olean boys hoops claim defensive battle over Salamanca
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com SALAMANCA — The CCAA Div. I is notorious for its close
MONDAY ROUNDUP: Bradford girls fall to DCC on the road; Smethport, A-L boys continue to struggle
DUBOIS, PA – Despite finding their stride late, the Bradford girl’s basketball team were unable
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