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State: Local unemployment up in November
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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com 
Jan 09, 2026
Local unemployment rates rose in November, state officials reported. The state Department of Labor on Friday reported the unemployment rate in Cattara...
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A Manager’s Playbook: When the lights go out
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By BRITTANY THIERMAN 
Jan 09, 2026
Recently, my family and I planned what was supposed to be a simple, fun overnight getaway to Splash Lagoon in Erie, Pa. One night. One hotel stay. One...
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Seneca Gaming and Entertainment introduces digital poker tables
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Jan 08, 2026
SALAMANCA — Seneca Gaming and Entertainment announced Wednesday the arrival of cutting-edge digital poker tables at its properties, bringing an enhanc...
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State opens ag water conservation project aid
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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com 
Jan 07, 2026
State officials are opening up a $25 million grant program for farmers to improve water pollution controls. New York State Agriculture Commissioner Ri...
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State: Counties see more in sales taxes November, cities decline
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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com 
Jan 02, 2026
Local sales tax receipts were mixed in November, the state’s fiscal watchdog reported. Data from the Office of the State Comptroller indicated that co...
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State: Study policies, keep receipts for holiday returns
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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 27, 2025
Have returns after Christmas? You’re not alone. The National Retailer Foundation estimates that consumers will return $849.9 billion worth of merchand...
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Former Dudley Hotel undergoing renovations to become senior housing facility
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By DEB EVERTS news@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 26, 2025
SALAMANCA — One of the area’s oldest landmarks is getting a chance at a new life. The former Dudley Hotel, which has sat vacant for over a decade, is ...
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NY awards nearly $14M in grants to projects in Cattaraugus, Allegany counties
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KELLEN M. QUIGLEY kquigley@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 26, 2025
Seven projects in Cattaraugus and Allegany counties will receive funding totaling nearly $14 million from New York state to boost economic growth, his...
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State certifies latest North Olean brownfield cleanup
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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 26, 2025
OLEAN — Another brownfield in North Olean has been certified as clear of more than a century’s worth of industrial pollution. The state Department of ...
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CA-DIDI continues student engagement during Manufacturing Month
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KELLEN M. QUIGLEY kquigley@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 23, 2025
OLEAN — For several weeks this fall, high school students from across the region had the opportunity to see all the possibilities a career in manufact...
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Olean Chamber launches Shop Southern Tier gift card program
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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 11, 2025
OLEAN —The lowly gift certificate is getting an upgrade this holiday season. The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce announced that the Shop the So...
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Late jobless reports show unemployment up in September
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By BOB CLARK bclark@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 11, 2025
Local unemployment rates were higher in September than they were a year ago, state and federal officials said in government shutdown-delayed reports. ...
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Credit union in Little Valley to merge with High Point FCU
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By JIM ECKSTROM jeckstrom@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 09, 2025
A Cattaraugus County credit union will merge with High Point Federal Credit Union, further increasing the service area of High Point, the second-large...
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Something for everyone at Color It Creative gift shop
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KELLEN M. QUIGLEY kquigley@oleantimesherald.com 
Dec 05, 2025
OLEAN — With dozens of tables, racks and displays filled with the creations of nearly 50 different crafts vendors, something special for everyone can ...
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Seneca Gaming finalist for global IT award
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Nov 12, 2025
SALAMANCA — Seneca Gaming Corporation is being recognized not only for the service and experience it provides guests at its three resort properties, b...
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