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State & Union: The origin of April Fools’ Day

April Fools’ Day — celebrated on April 1 each year — has been celebrated for several centuries by different cultures, though its exact origins remain a mystery.

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St. Bonaventure formally opens Cyber Operations Center

By JIM ECKSTROM jeckstrom@oleantimesherald.com

December 8, 2025

Rep. Langworthy secured $450K for digital training ground ST. BONAVENTURE — It looks like a sort of war room one might see in the movies. A large scre...

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Police reports 12/8/25: One person killed in Hinsdale accident

December 8, 2025

HINSDALE — One person was killed following an accident on Route 16 Friday evening, the New York State Police reported. According to a blotter entry on...

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Another snowy week on the way for Olean area

Brian McClellan

December 8, 2025

The National Weather Service is predicting an active week, weather-wise, for the Olean area, with at least a chance of snow almost every day — though ...

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Partnership reminds New Yorkers: Lottery tickets not for kids

December 8, 2025

Three agencies remind New Yorkers that lottery tickets make great gifts for everyone on their gift lists — except for those under 18 years of age. Und...

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JCC earns national honor for responsible stewardship of public money

December 8, 2025

SUNY Jamestown Community College has received the 90+ cashVest Award for 2025 in recognition of its leadership in public finance liquidity management....

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