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(Corrin Potter photo) This is all that’s left of the Roosevelt-Higgins oak tree in Lincoln Park. The tree was planted in 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt and his friend New York Gov. Frank W. Higgins of Olean.

Historical Society president laments loss of Roosevelt-Higgins tree logs

February 28, 2025

By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — The tree parts

(Photo provided) Jared Isaman is the third Republican to declare their candidacy for Olean mayor.

City firefighter declares candidacy to run for Olean mayor on GOP line

February 28, 2025

OLEAN — And then there were three. Jared Isaman, an

West State Street will be reconstructed next year from State and Union streets in Olean to St. Bonaventure in Allegany using a $25 million RAISE grant.

Rebuilding West State Street with $25 million RAISE grant gets full common council OK

February 28, 2025

Editor’s note: The council also voted to award a contract

(NYSP Photo) This black BB gun pistol was recovered from the scene of a shooting on North Seventh Street in Olean early Wednesday after an Olean man pointed it at troopers. Three troopers shot Thomas A. Wright, 23, after he threatened them with it, body cam video shows.

Olean man shot after pointing gun at troopers in critical condition

February 28, 2025

By RICK MILLER Olean Star OLEAN — The Olean man shot by

Photo by Hunter O. Lyle Bradford quarterback Talan Reese scrambles out of the pocket during the Owls’ 56-7 loss to Punxsutawney on Friday.

Punxsy rocks Bradford, spoils Homecoming game

September 28, 2024

By HUNTER O. LYLE BRADFORD, PA – Looking to snap a three game losing streak as well as give their homecoming crowd a reason to celebrate, the Bradford football team

D. Lynn Shane 1946-2024

September 27, 2024

D. Lynn Shane Allegany, NY It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diane Lynn (Vossler) Shane, beloved wife of J. Michael, mother of Kathleen (John Wolfgang),

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Portville Remains Undefeated in Section VI Girls Soccer

September 27, 2024

On a perfect fall evening in Portville the host Panthers continued their dominate play as they defeated the previously unbeaten Ellicottville Eagles 4-1 on Thursday night. The game started as

Salamanca Varsity Swim Moves to 5-1

September 26, 2024

The Salamanca Girls Varsity swim team continues their winning ways with a 112-74 victory over Fredonia/Dunkirk/Forestville. Coach Laurie Lafferty John is very encouraged by her team’s effort… “The amount of