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Cattaraugus County IDA considering two projects worth nearly $35 million

April 12, 2024

By RICK MILLER rick@oleanstar.com CattCoNews&Photos ELLICOTTVILLE — Two applications for projects valued at nearly $35

Cattaraugus County lawmakers throw lifeline to Olean to keep OATS going

April 12, 2024

By RICK MILLER rick@oleanstar.com CattCoNews&Photos LITTLE VALLEY — Cattaraugus County lawmakers voted Wednesday to throw

(Cattaraugus County Health Department) This chart shows the dramatic decline in fentanyl deaths in Cattaraugus County over the past five years.

Dramatic drop in fentanyl deaths in Cattaraugus County continues

May 12, 2025

By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Cattaraugus County opioid overdose deaths were down dramatically in 2024

(Provided) A tick is embedded in a person's skin with a fingernail for size comparison.

Lyme disease awareness month: Take steps to prevent tick bites

May 12, 2025

RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — You, a member of your family or your pet may

Cooperative Extension pairs with My Home Park for native plant fundraiser

May 12, 2025

ELLICOTTVILLE — Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) of Cattaraugus County is teaming up with native plant

(Rick Miller/Olean Star) Olean City School District Business Manager Jenny Bilotta explains two capital budget propositions valued at $53.5 million that will accompany the $57.9 million budget on the ballot May 20. The presentation was made Tuesday at the Olean Intermediate Middle School.

Olean City School District budget, propositions are on May 20 ballot

May 12, 2025

By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — Voters in the Olean City School District will vote May