LITTLE VALLEY — Children in the Little Valley community now have a new playground to enjoy featuring beautiful playground equipment that is sure to keep them moving and entertained.
OLEAN — A new licensed practical nurse who was lucky to be alive after a severe accident three years ago is now seeing patients at Olean Medical Group.
As the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks approaches, the Cattaraugus County Museum and Research Library has released a new educational film using local officials and veterans to tell the story of that seminal day in American history.
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New coronavirus vaccines are available, and state health officials encourage anyone 65 and older, at risk for severe COVID-19 or who has never received a COVID vaccine to get it as students return to school — and ahead of the respiratory illness season.
WEST VALLEY — The New York State Department of Transportation will host a public information meeting 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday on a proposed single-lane roundabout project at the U.S. Route 219 expressway-to-highway transition at Peters Road in the town of Ashford.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has reopened the Valentine Flats parking area and associated trails at Zoar Valley Multiple Use and Unique Areas.
OLEAN — Sue Conner and Katie Ford are this month’s Star Award recipients, Kaleida Health facilities Olean General Hospital (OGH) and Bradford (Pa.) Regional Medical Center (BRMC) recently announced.
ELLICOTTVILLE — The Nannen Arboretum at 28 Parkside Drive has seen many improvements and opportunities this summer with new trees, vine trellises, paint and public art awaiting visitors.
YORKSHIRE — Four members of a Yorkshire family perished in a residential fire early Friday morning, New York State Police reported.
WEST VALLEY — The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management (EM) and its cleanup contractor at the West Valley Demonstration Project (WVDP) recently notched an annual cleanup priority ahead of schedule for a second consecutive year.
LITTLE VALLEY — Local elections officials have announced registration and early voting deadlines ahead of the Nov. 5 election as state officials caution against AI-generated disinformation online.
RANDOLPH — One team from Randolph Central School’s FFA will advance to the National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis this October.
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ALLEGANY — The Friends of Good Music newsletter, mailed to patrons Aug. 26, has been corrected with two scheduling date errors and a ticket price adjustment.
ST. BONAVENTURE — The National Endowment for the Humanities has awarded several grants to area institutions and groups seeking to document and preserve information.
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ELLICOTTVILLE — The roar of engines and a full bill of rock performances are expected to collide in an electrifying fusion of vintage vibes and musical bliss later this month.
SALAMANCA — The start of a project to construct a roundabout on Broad Street in the city is only a week away, Seneca Nation officials recently announced.
OLEAN — The Olean Senior Center, 112 N. Barry St., in the John J. Ash Community Building, announces its schedule for the week of Sept. 9.
WEST VALLEY — The New York State Department of Transportation (DOT) will host a public information meeting from 4-6 p.m. Tuesday on a proposed intersection improvement project scheduled to begin next summer.
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SALAMANCA — The Jimersontown Presbyterian Church will host its 63rd annual Native Foods Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Seneca Allegany Administration Building, 90 Ohi:yo’ Way.
OLEAN — Throughout September, Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is recognized for its work to keep seniors safely in their homes for as long as possible.
The Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau announces this week’s featured Youth Citizenship Award recipient is David Ruszkowski. He is the son of David and Sarah Ruszkowski and is a graduate of Olean High School.
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OLEAN — The city of Olean will receive a grant of $183,285 for the Cattaraugus County-Olean Airport as part of the Airport Improvement Program under the Federal Aviation Administration.
Following a rapid dip in local temperatures — resulting in a frost advisory issued by the National Weather Service for this morning — the forecast for the week calls for dry, mainly sunny weather and temperatures more typical for early September.
As summer draws to a close and reading programs wrap up, branches in the Chautauqua-Cattaraugus Library System are highlighting new collections available for students and readers of all ages.
LITTLE VALLEY — The Cattaraugus County Department of Public Works has announced updates to road work projects happening around the county.
New York State Police and local law enforcement agencies are increasing patrols to combat drunk, impaired and reckless driving throughout this Labor Day weekend.
SALAMANCA — As an avid volunteer in the Salamanca community, James Brundage always seemed to be giving back.
WEST VALLEY — The Cattaraugus County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) held its annual volunteer recognition event earlier this month at the West Valley Firemen’s Memorial Banquet Center.
OLEAN — Paula Snyder feels invigorated by the start of the fall semester at SUNY Jamestown Community College’s Cattaraugus County Campus.
ALMA — A Wellsville man faces charges of vehicular homicide, impaired driving, the New York State Police reported Friday.
ELLICOTTVILLE — Kaleida Health facilities Bradford Regional Medical Center (BRMC) and Olean General Hospital will host the 2nd annual Pulse of the Community Gala on Friday, Sept. 20.
OLEAN — Art in the Quad, a reimagining of the former Art in the Park event hosted by the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, is making a return.
FRANKLINVILLE — Residents of the Franklinville Central School District can vote Tuesday on a proposed $33.76 million capital improvement project that the district says will have no tax impact.
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In response to the recent flooding in Allegany County, United Way of Cattaraugus & Allegany Counties (UWCAC) and the Allegany County Area Foundation (ACAF) are creating a permanent emergency fund designed to provide swift financial assistance during times of crisis.
SUNY Jamestown Community College welcomed six new full-time faculty for the 2024-2025 academic year.
ELLICOTTVILLE — The Ellicottville Historical Society will host a meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Ellicottville Memorial Library. Speaker Amanda Woomer from Spook Eats will tell some ghost stories from the area. Woomer presented at a historical meeting last year and will have books for sal…
SALAMANCA — Students in the Salamanca City Central School District had the opportunity to explore the region’s environment, paddle in kayaks and learn cooking skills in the kitchen among many other activities this summer with the second annual Summer STEAM Camp.
SCIO — A pair of Allegany County men are facing charges of rape and sexual abuse, the New York State Police reported Wednesday.
LITTLE VALLEY — Two longtime Cattaraugus County employees received continued support from lawmakers Wednesday with a pair of appointments.
RANDOLPH — The Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a hunter safety education class for the gun portion only on from 4:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24 and Wednesday, Sept. 25 at the Randolph Rod & Gun Club, 4424 VanSlyke Road.
HAMBURG — Numerous participants and winners in the Open Livestock Shows and Youth Livestock Expo at the Erie County Fair were from Cattaraugus and Allegany counties.