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Rainbow Revolution Pride Festival a Resounding Success
Hundreds attended LGBTQ+ celebration in Wellsville NY last week. From the Cattaraugus-Allegany Liberation Collective,. On Saturday, June 22nd, Island Park in Wellsville was filled with the sounds of joyous celebration as folks from many area communities rallied together around love, family, and PRIDE at the Rainbow Revolution Pride Festival. Approximately 400 attendees visited the county’s inaugural Pride event throughout the day, making a powerful statement that our rural LGBTQ+ community is here, is proud, and will not be silenced. Many of those in attendance mentioned that they were finally able to attend a Pride event because it was so close to home, and others who were raised in the area but now live elsewhere returned home to share in the celebration.
New Ear/Nose/Throat Doctor, At St James Hospital
Welcoming Otolaryngologist/ENT Dr. Katherine Rieth to St. James Hospital. Dr. Rieth graduated from the University of Hawaii John A. Burns School of Medicine, where she earned her medical degree. She then pursued her residency in Otolaryngology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, honing her skills and gaining valuable experience in the field of Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) care.
Olean Oilers Sweep Horseheads Hitmen in Doubleheader
OLEAN, NY — The Oilers swept a doubleheader against the Horseheads Hitmen Sunday. Shortstop Joshua Wilson's solo home run in the bottom of the fourth inning gave the Oilers a 2-1 lead in Game 1. The home run would turn out to be the winning run in an Oilers 3-1 victory.
26 graduate from Friendship Central School
FRIENDSHIP — Twenty-six members of the Class of 2024 of Friendship Central School received their diplomas during the commencement exercise on Saturday. Judy May, superintendent, Martin Pizur, principal and W. Scott Ritchie, president of the Board of Education, presented the diplomas. The program for the 160th graduation of the...
Maryvale, Falk, Wellsville excited about early jump on high school performance assessments
Rachael Greene is not ashamed to tell her students that she graduated from high school with a non-Regents diploma. It is one way the Stanley G. Falk School superintendent tries to instill hope in her high-needs population that her path did not dictate her success. “This isn’t going to define...
Genesee Valley celebrates graduates at 28th commencement
BELMONT — Genesee Valley Central School hosted its 28th commencement ceremony on Saturday, honoring the accomplishments of 30 graduates. Jacob Rizzo, son of Jaci and Rich Rizzo, earned the title of valedictorian, graduating with a cumulative grade point average of 94.99. Kendra Bigelow, daughter of Jennifer and Bill Bigelow,...
Salamanca walked off by Oilers despite consistent offensive display
OLEAN — An even, back-and-forth affair had an unfortunate ending for the Salamanca Lizards as they were walked off 10-9 by the Olean Oilers on June 28. On the back of their heaviest defeat of the season, Salamanca’s offense found its stride. But so too did that of Olean. The Lizards and Oilers jostled back and forth for the lead, but one crucial swing of the bat saw the hosts snatch victory at the death.
DNA confirms human remains found in Tioga County were those of missing Westfield woman
The family of a Tioga County, Pennsylvania woman finally has closure a year after she went missing, and eight months after her car and human remains were located. Phyllis Potter, 85, of Westfield, disappeared July 21, 2023, triggering a massive search by Pennsylvania State Police at Mansfield and other agencies, along with hundreds of citizen volunteers.
LeRoy downs Wellsville, sets up deciding Game 2
WELLSVILLE — Blake Biracree hit a tie-breaking two-run double in the fourth inning and the LeRoy 10-12 All-Stars remained alive with a 4-1 triumph over Wellsville in the Scott Johns Bracket of the Little League District 2 Tournament on Tuesday. With the win, LeRoy forced a second and deciding...
A hometown Fourth of July
Wonderful Warren has been my home for the last 46 years. When I try to explain what my adopted home town is like, part of my bragging is always about our Independence Day celebrations. “It’s not all barbecues and fireworks. I was thrilled when I first learned that we have...
Miller celebrates 25 years at Cutco
OLEAN — Keith Miller, group leader for Cutco Cutlery Corp., celebrates 25 years of service with the company this week. Miller first joined Cutco on June 30, 1997, as a temporary shipping clerk. He was rehired on Aug. 2, 1999, as an auto CNC/DD operator. Since that time he has held several positions, including ultrasonic cleaning systems operator, utility finisher, stock clerk, transfer polisher machine operator, assembler, wheel hafter, CNC profile grinding operator, shipping clerk, heat treater, wood shop operator, packing clerk, handle polish machine operator, flatware operator and generalist.
Local executives accept award at Powder Metallurgy Design Excellence Awards
Local executives recently accepted an Award of Distinction in the Industrial Motors, Controls and Hydraulics category of the 2024 Powder Metallurgy Design Excellence Awards competition. These individuals were Stephen Leuschel, chief operating officer, Blaine Stebick, chief technology officer and general manger of Phoenix Sintered Metals Galeton in Galeton, Pennsylvania; Robert...
HUGE GARAGE SALE ON THE 4TH OF JULY
Collectables, household items, kitchenware, shoes like new, fashion jewelry, clothes, blankets, exercise equipment, decorations, arts & crafts, office & school supplies, plastic containers, diamond paintings (done and to do), futon, tools, many free items (1st come-1st served), and much more. Great prices!
No Times Herald edition for Thursday. July 4
Due to the federal Fourth of July holiday, the Olean Times Herald will not publish an edition for Thursday. The Times Herald business office will be open for regular hours today, but will be closed on Thursday. However, the Times Herald will be published for Friday; email the newsroom at news@oleantimesherald.com to submit news and photos.
Friendship Central School: Meet the graduating class of 2024
Friendship Central School Graduating Class of 2024; Trilee Blauvelt, Oceana Burleson, Shelby Carpenter, Karlee Cochran, Malakhi Coish, Grace Drumm, Dakota Evingham, Damien Gardner, Ashlyn Golden, Nash Jordan, Olivia Marks, Kody Marvin, Hannah Pierce, Lillian Rehler, Cash Ritchie, Nevaeh Ross, James Scranton, Alina Sisson, Kristiana Smith, Nicholas Sortore, Tyler Thornton, Jazmine Truax.
Olean Elks Offer Choice Seafood Meals July 3
OLEAN, NY — Orders for the Wednesday seafood meals offered by the Olean Elks need to be placed by 7 p.m. Tuesday by calling 716-372-4191. Patrons may choose beer-battered, breaded or broiled (Cajun or lemon pepper) fish fry or stuffed crabmeat haddock. Meals will include smashed potatoes or french fries, coleslaw, and a roll and butter. Pineapple upside down cake will be the dessert.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Dinners are $15 and may be picked up between 3 and 6 p.m. at the kitchen door by the Elks parking lot on South Second Street. Download the TAPinto App! Click here for Android. Click here for iOS. Get Greater Olean area news in your inbox: Click here to sign up for our newsletter. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Molly Turner is the Wellsville Development Corporation Board Member of month
From the Wellsville Development Corporation, pictured is Molly with family. Molly My family, they are the true source of fun and entertainment in my life. Molly: Deescalation, remaining calm and level headed helps me a lot in my day to day. Q: What is your must have accessory?. Molly: My...
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