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Eighth inning walk-off sends Smethport to the postseason on Senior Night
Riekofsky’s strong bat, stronger arm propels Hubbers on career night By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com
Village of Cattaraugus gets OK for $9.7 million for five state DRI projects
By RICK MILLER Olean Star CATTARAUGUS — Five projects selected by a local committee to
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
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
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
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
Williamsville South overpowers Huskies, eliminates Olean in quarterfinals
By HUNTER O. LYLE lyleoleanstar@gmail.com WILLIAMSVILLE, NY – Battling injuries old and new, wind and
FRIDAY ROUNDUP: Salamanca football falls despite gutsy effort; Wilczewski, Duggan qualify for NYS cross country meet
BARKER, NY — The Salamanca football team is no stranger to dramatic postseason runs. Just
After consecutive challenging years, Laycee Drake looks to get back on track with the Bonnies
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com ST. BONAVENTURE — Growing up, Laycee Drake spent countless hours glued
Bar-Bill owners to operate Ellicottville Depot tavern in time for ski season
By RICK MILLER Olean Star ELLICOTTVILLE — When the Ellicottville Depot closed this spring, everyone
Portville/C-R/B-R rounds out season with 43-28 slugfest loss to Eden/North Collins
By SPENCER BATES batesoleanstar@gmail.com EDEN — Who would blink first? That was the big question
THURSDAY ROUNDUP: Olean, Portville volleyball sweep through quarterfinals
OLEAN, NY — Enjoying a playoff christening from their home crowd, the Olean volleyball team