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Alert-Sex Offender Relocation Notice
(WNY News Now) – Alert-Sex Offender relocation notice. TIM LEWIS has moved from 22 PLEASANT STREET APT 2, WELLSVILLE, NY 14895 to 106 MADISON ST APT 6, WELLSVILLE, NY 14895 INSTRUCTIONS: Please access the Sex Offender Sub-directory from the Division of Criminal Justice Services website by clicking on the following link for additional details for…
Hornell Police To Purchase Two New Vehicles And Five New Tasers
FROM DEPUTY MAYOR JESSICA CLEVELAND: The Hornell Police Department (HPD) recently received news that it has been awarded $188,647 in grant funds from the State of New York. The funding is provided to law enforcement offices throughout the state to support technological improvements and investments. The grant was spearheaded through...
Genesee Township supervisor provides update on flooded roads
GENESEE COUNTY, Mich. (WJRT) - Rain has been falling hard across the area on Wednesday, and one of the harder-hit areas was Genesee Township. Roads are flooded, and the rising water has been getting close to houses near Belsay Road and Freedom Lane in Genesee Township. The Genesee County Drain...
Four area graduates awarded Murphy scholarship
Four area high school students each recently the John J. Murphy Family Scholarship managed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation. Megan Fisher and Sughosh Kondur of Allegany-Limestone, Madison Jobe of Portville and Riti Anumalasetty of Olean were each awarded the John J. Murphy Family Scholarship. Each student received a $10,000 scholarship, $2,500 per year for up to four years.
Portville's Mitchell named Youth of the Week
The Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau is pleased to announce that this week’s featured Youth Citizenship Award recipient is Gwenyth Mitchell. She is the daughter of Daniel and Anne Mitchell and a graduate of Portville Central School. Mitchell was nominated by her school counselor, who describes her as the epitome...
Carroll Project Illustrates State’s Building Problem
It doesn’t appear that anyone wants a five-unit apartment complex in Frewsburg. A recent special Carroll Town Board meeting lasting more than two hours included not one comment in favor of a project proposed by Diamond Builders Construction at 82 Falconer St., Frewsburg. But, the project as proposed meets the town of Carroll’s building and zoning codes – so there needs to be a good reason to deny it or the town could find itself in court.
The Oswayo Valley School District in Shinglehouse, PA hereby gives
The Oswayo Valley School District in Shinglehouse, PA hereby gives notice that the Oswayo Valley School Board of Directors will hold a special meeting on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. for personnel. matters. The meeting will be held in room 146/148 of the Oswayo Valley. Elementary School located...
Smart driver classes planned for Salamanca, Belmont
Two AARP Smart Driver Program classes are scheduled for later this month in Cattaraugus and Allegany counties and registrations are being accepted now. The Salamanca Area 60+ Center is hosting a six-hour class on Monday and Tuesday at the 20 Main St. center from 6-9 p.m. each evening. Then on...
Howland Hill Road bridge to be replaced
The bridge on Howland Hill Road in Westfield Township will soon be brought into the 21st century thanks to the efforts of community leaders, state lawmakers and Seneca Resources. Representatives from each recently gathered at the bridge for an appraisal of its condition and a ceremonial exchange of funds to...
Hornell Man Is Named To State Senate’s Veterans Hall Of Fame
FROM SENATOR TOM O’MARA: Merle John Tobias first served in the New York Army National Guard in Hornell before being transferred to active duty in the United States Army. He served during and after the fall of the Berlin Wall in Germany in November 1989, and achieved the rank of Sergeant.
Penndel Man Charged With Attempted Murder After New York Shooting
A Penndel Borough man faces charges of attempted murder and other offenses following a shooting in rural New York state, authorities said. Around 9:45 p.m. on Tuesday, July 3, New York State Police responded to Smith Hollow Road in the town of Wellsville for a reported shooting. After several hours...
Bent Brass Will Perform in Portville July 10
PORTVILLE, NY — The 2024 Music in the Park series will feature a performance by Bent Brass on Wednesday. Concerts in the series will run from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Pioneer Park, North Main Street at Maple Avenue.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The series will continue through Sept. 4. The schedule includes: July 17: Twin Tiers Community Band July 24: Portville's Got Talent July 31: Drew Vics (acoustic classics) Aug. 7: Tim Hollamby and Friends Aug. 14: TBD Aug. 21: Allegany Alumni & Friends Band Aug. 28: TBD Sept. 4: Rick and Marge "Interstate Daydream" 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
Generations Performs July 8 in Cuba
CUBA, NY — Generations will perform in the July 1 Monday evening concert series on the lawn of Cuba-Rushford Central Elementary School, 15 Elm St. Concerts are scheduled for 6 to 7:30 p.m. The lineup for the summer series featuring area talent is below. The sole Saturday show scheduled for Aug. 3 is Broadway Review, scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER July 15: Panloco Steel Drum Band July 22: Six Pence Duo July 29: Brian Ash and Pete Gilroy Saturday, Aug. 3: Broadway Review, 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 5: NY Standard Time Aug. 12: The Chumps Aug. 19: The...
Coudersport Police Search for Missing Person
Coudersport Borrough Police are asking the public’s help in finding a missing person. Cody Thomas was last seen Wednesday at 5:30 pm near the 4th Street bridge in Coudersport. He is 5’7″ approximately 140lbs. He is considered an endangered person. If you see him please contact Coudersport...
Bath Police Sergeant assaulted during medical call, suspect arrested
Bath police responded to a medical call on Howell Street where an ambulance had been dispatched. Upon arrival, a Bath Police sergeant was assaulted by the patient, David Cervantes, who became non-compliant and struck the officer with his elbow. After a brief physical altercation, Cervantes kicked the officer in the...
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