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A Christmas tree awaits disposal on South Sixth Street in Olean on Monday. The National Fire Protection Association reported that a third of Christmas tree fires occur in January as cut trees dry out and present a fire hazard.

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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com

January 5, 2026

Avoid fire hazards with old Christmas trees

OLEAN — O Christmas tree! We love you, but it’s time to go. The National Fire Protection Associa...

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Late Huskies rally falls short in 46–39 loss to Falconer

By HENRY BUCHAN, Olean Times Herald

January 6, 2026

OLEAN — Olean’s late comeback attempt fell short on Tuesday night, as Falconer beat them in the final two minutes to win 46-39. The Huskies’ offense w...

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Arrows 12U stay unbeaten with 5-1 win over Rochester

January 6, 2026

The Olean Arrows 12U hockey team remained undefeated Saturday with an impressive 5-1 win over the Rochester Jr. Americans at the William O. Smith Recr...

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New HomeCare & Hospice medical director says ‘care, not cure’ defines hospice

By Olean Times Herald staff

January 6, 2026

ALLEGANY — Community Care of Western New York Tuesday announced Dr. Thayaparan Mathanakaran, MD, has assumed the role of Medical Director of HomeCare ...

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Wilczewski doubles for OHS at Frewsburg

January 6, 2026

FREWSBURG — On the road Tuesday night against Frewsburg, Nolan Wilczewski won two events for Olean High, but the host Bears held on for the swimming a...

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Bills sign kicker Wright to practice squad with Prater’s status uncertain

By JOHN WAWROW AP Sports Writer

January 6, 2026

ORCHARD PARK — The playoff-bound Buffalo Bills signed kicker Matthew Wright to their practice squad on Tuesday in a precautionary move in the event Ma...

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