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Adrian Vladimir Gregory-Kielbasa
Angelica, NY – Adrian Vladimir Gregory-Kielbasa, 26, of Center Street, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, in the Town of Cohocton. He was born January 23, 1998, in Batavia, the son of Jason Kielbasa and Miranda Gregory. Adrian was raised in Elba and Scio, graduating from Scio Central...
Warren B. Dixon, 82, Hinsdale
Warren B. Dixon, age 82, of the Isaman Road passed away on Saturday July 6 at the Wellsville Manor Care Center. He was born in Olean on November 14, 1941 to the late Zedric and Lois Amsler Dixon. In 1986 in Limestone, New York he married JoAnn Hill who survives.
Pair of Pioneers place at SkillsUSA National Championships
From Alfred State College, pictured is the team that represented Alfred State at the 2024 SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta, GA. Alfred State students Tyler Hutcheson (Niagara Falls, NY) and Thomas Hnat (Buffalo, NY) earned medals at the National SkillsUSA Championship in Atlanta, GA. The pair were part of a group of seven students that represented the college.
Hinsdale Man Faces Strangulation, Assault Charges
A Hinsdale man has been charged with allegedly strangling someone. According to Olean police, 23-year-old John W See was charged early Wednesday morning with felony strangulation as well as misdemeanor assault. These charges stemmed from a reported domestic incident. See was released with an appearance ticket.
Genesee Twp. neighbors clean up homes after flooding
GENESEE TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) - Mid-Michigan neighborhoods are still picking up the pieces after Wednesday's storm. At 6 p.m. Wednesday, the floodwater on Freedom Lane in Genesee Township was knee-high. Now, the water outside has drained away and the focus is on what's trapped inside the house. "The first day,...
Hydrant flushing starts this Saturday in the City of Hornell
The water work will take place overnight, July 13-19 The City of Hornell will be flushing hydrants in the Town of Hornellsville, Village of North Hornell and the City of Hornell between the hours of 11:00 pm and 7:00 am starting Saturday, July 13th through July 19th. Residents are encouraged...
Hydrant Flushing Starts Saturday In Hornell
FROM HORNELL CITY HALL: The City of Hornell will be flushing hydrants in the Town of Hornellsville, Village of North Hornell and the City of Hornell between the hours of 11:00 pm and 7:00 am starting Saturday, July 13th through July 19th. Residents are encouraged to refrain from washing clothes...
Olean Man Arrested on Burglary, Assault, and Other Charges
An Olean man was arrested Wednesday morning on a number of charges. According to Olean Police, 32-year-old Stephen H Frank was arrested on a warrant issued out of Olean City Court relating to charges of felony burglary, robbery, and assault, two counts of grand larceny, as well as other misdemeanor charges.
Seneca Nation Sues City for More than 450,000 Gallons of Wastewater Overflow
Last week, the Seneca Nation of western New York officially filed a Notice of a Claim against the City of Olean after its city’s wastewater treatment plant overflowed into the Nation’s waterways for the second time this year. On July 2, the Tribe announced that it took the...
Six local students receive memorial scholarships
Six local students recently received memorial scholarships administered by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation. Emilie Edick of Portville, Grace Haynes of Olean and Olivia Graham of Allegany-Limestone received the Carroll Swanson Memorial Scholarship for the Performing Arts for $200 each. The Carroll Swanson Memorial Scholarship Fund for the Performing Arts,...
Jones Memorial Hospital opens Neurology, Rheumatology and Infusion Center in Hornell
HORNELL — Ahead of schedule, the Jones Memorial Hospital Neurology, Rheumatology and Infusion Center in the Hornell Medical Office building at 7309 Seneca Road N, Suite 116, is open for patients. The new state clinic offers office visits for neurology and rheumatology, as well as infusions for these patients...
Mayor: Taco Bell is still coming to Wellsville
WELLSLVILLE — Mayor Randy Shayler, speaking Monday evening during the village board meeting, attempted to put to rest the social media rumors that Taco Bell isn't coming to the village. Answering a direct question, at the end of the meeting, Shayler said, “Everything is on track for Taco Bell...
As climate change alters lakes, tribes teach the next generation about spearfishing
Spearfishing connects many Indigenous people in the northern Great Lakes region to their ancestors and to a sense of shared responsibility for the land, which is why parents, family members, local leaders and community organizations are so invested in teaching the next generation. (AP Video John Locher) #climatechange #spearfishing #greatlakes.
Wellsville’s Green wins Section 5 Independent POY
Wellsville senior catcher Alex Green won the Section 5 Independent league Player of the Year honor, topping a field of four candidates for the prize. Section 5 Independent teams, without a league themselves, banded together to present postseason awards and all-star teams this year. Green won the top prize, with Wellsville teammate Tyler Vogel, Greece Olympia/Odyssey’s Tyler Ashton and Bloomfield’s Kyler Dredger also nominated.
State & Union: Turning back the clock on Olean
From sounds of summer and the coming of the iceman to a new field for youth to play on, from welcoming the Miss New York contestants to squashing rumors of Jim Baron’s departure, here’s a look back on the week that was 125, 100, 75, 50 and 25 years ago in this edition of Turning Back the Clock.
Organizers again want to host 'Portville's Got Talent'
PORTVILLE — Tim Emley recalls several years ago, when the first edition of “Portville’s Got Talent” was staged, a large crowd cheering on the contestants. The event was a way for Portville to celebrate and appreciate talented young residents in the area, while also showcasing what was best about the town and village.
Oilers Split Doubleheader With Horseheads Hitmen
HORSEHEADS, NY — The Olean Oilers split a doubleheader with the Horseheads Hitmen Tuesday. The Oilers won Game 1 in home run derby fashion, hitting five homers in an 11-4 win. Outfielders Jason Story and Michael Norton both hit two round trippers. Shortstop Joshua Wilson added a three-run home run in the fourth inning.
Friendship churches seek to Bless Every Home through prayer
FRIENDSHIP — A group of Friendship churches is embarking on an initiative to Bless Every Home through ongoing prayer, helping to create a foundation for community revival and transformation. The What God is Doing in Friendship ny alliance of churches is seeking to pray for every household in the...
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