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Hochul to seek delays in New York climate change law
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By CHRIS WADE The Center Square 
Mar 17, 2026
ALBANY — Gov. Kathy Hochul is urging state lawmakers to delay aggressive emission mandates in New York’s landmark climate law, citing the impact on en...
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Belfast Lion Club celebrates its 40th anniversary
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By KATHRYN ROSS news@oleantimesherald.com 
Mar 17, 2026
BELFAST — After four decades, the Belfast Lions Club is still going strong. The Lions celebrated their 40th anniversary on Saturday, honoring two indi...
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Gas prices up 10-15 cents in Olean, higher in NYS
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Jim Eckstrom 
Mar 16, 2026
OLEAN — Average gasoline prices in New York rose more than 21 cents per gallon in the last week, driven by the pressure resulting from the war with Ir...
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Wintry blast returns to Olean area this week
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By BRIAN McCLELLAN news@oleantimesherald.com 
Mar 16, 2026
The final official week of winter will get off to a wintry start, with widespread snow expected for Tuesday morning, before the weather becomes more s...
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Ally the Piper announced as Olean Area Celtic Fest headliner
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By SARAH NEGRON news@oleantimesherald.com 
Mar 16, 2026
OLEAN — The Olean Ancient Order of Hibernians has announced viral internet musician Ally the Piper as headliner for this summer’s Celtic Festival. All...
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