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Boil water notice for East Olean after water main break

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Boil water notice for East Olean after water main break

By JIM ECKSTROM jeckstrom@oleantimesherald.com

August 18, 2026

OLEAN — Mayor Amy B. Sherburne advised Tuesday afternoon that East Olean residents boil their water for consumption until further notice after a water...

Another federal judge blocks NY climate ‘superfund’ law

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Another federal judge blocks NY climate ‘superfund’ law

By CHRIS WADE The Center Square

Sep 24, 2026

A second federal judge has blocked New York's climate superfund law, ruling that the plan to charge fossil fuel companies for their alleged role in gl...

State & Union: Spectacular fall foliage emerging as season officially begins

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State & Union: Spectacular fall foliage emerging as season officially begins

Sep 24, 2026

The colors of autumn have begun creeping into the hills of Cattaraugus County. New York state’s second fall foliage report of 2026 was released Wednes...

New York tops nation in taxes and spending, watchdog says

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New York tops nation in taxes and spending, watchdog says

By CHRIS WADE The Center Square

Sep 23, 2026

New York and its municipalities top the nation’s top taxers and highest spenders, according to a new watchdog report, which renews calls for the state...

Report: New Yorkers bet $25 billion on sports in 2025

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Report: New Yorkers bet $25 billion on sports in 2025

By CHRIS WADE The Cendter Square

Sep 22, 2026

New York’s mobile betting sports books continue to rake in money from the multi-billion dollar industry five years after its launch, which bodes well ...

Hochul moves ahead with New York’s AI regulations

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Hochul moves ahead with New York’s AI regulations

By CHRIS WADE The Center Square

Sep 22, 2026

ALBANY — Gov. Kathy Hochul is tightening the leash on the artificial intelligence sector, despite threats of legal challenges from the industry and a ...

Catholic group endorses Aaron Gies in 23rd District race

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Catholic group endorses Aaron Gies in 23rd District race

Sep 21, 2026

Catholics Vote Common Good has announced its endorsement of Aaron Gies for Congress in New York’s 23rd District, citing his commitment to working on l...

STHCS to receive $500K through rural health initiative

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STHCS to receive $500K through rural health initiative

Sep 18, 2026

Southern Tier Health Care System in Olean will receive $500,000 in federal funding for New York’s Rural Community Health Integration Initiative. The f...

Borrello takes part in discussion on nuclear energy in NY

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Borrello takes part in discussion on nuclear energy in NY

Sep 18, 2026

State Sen. George Borrello joined state and local leaders, economic development officials and energy experts Thursday at the Upstate Nuclear Conferenc...

Teachers unions urge Hochul to reject ‘school choice’ plan

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Teachers unions urge Hochul to reject ‘school choice’ plan

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Sep 17, 2026

Teachers' unions want Gov. Kathy Hochul to walk back plans to join the Trump administration's “school choice” program, claiming that it would divert s...

Langworthy bill on northern border security passes House

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Langworthy bill on northern border security passes House

Sep 16, 2026

U.S. Rep. Nick Langworthy's legislation meant to ensure the United States regularly evaluates and addresses evolving threats along the northern border...

New York sheriffs seek injunction to block ban on ICE agreements

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New York sheriffs seek injunction to block ban on ICE agreements

By CHRIS WADE The Center Square

Sep 16, 2026

New York sheriffs are asking a federal judge to block a ban on agreements with ICE to enforce immigration law while a legal challenge over the new sta...

Cool in School: Randolph, other local FFA members take home wins from state fair as school begins

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Cool in School: Randolph, other local FFA members take home wins from state fair as school begins

DEB EVERTS news@oleantimesherald.com

Sep 16, 2026

RANDOLPH — Eight high school students started their school year off by not attending school on the first day. As the school year began Sept. 3, FFA me...

Wellsville to receive $1.6M for airport runway improvements

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Wellsville to receive $1.6M for airport runway improvements

Sep 14, 2026

The town of Wellsville will receive more than $1.6 million in federal funds toward the final construction phase of rehabilitating 5,700 feet of taxiwa...

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NY joins states, cities suing over Trump rule seeking to deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits

By PHILIP MARCELO - Associated Press

Sep 14, 2026

NEW YORK — Democratic-led states and cities filed lawsuits Monday challenging a federal rule set to begin Friday that they say gives President Donald ...

DEC set to begin Phase II of Zoar Valley trail improvements

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DEC set to begin Phase II of Zoar Valley trail improvements

Sep 11, 2026

New York state will move ahead with the second phase of public safety and visitor experience improvements at Zoar Valley Unique Area in Cattaraugus Co...

Where were you on Sept. 11, 2001? Area residents recall that terrible day

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Where were you on Sept. 11, 2001? Area residents recall that terrible day

Sep 11, 2026

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the shocking and tragic events that happened on Sept. 11, 2001. Throughout our shared history, there are moments t...

Cattaraugus Co. Vets director McCord presented Sampson Service Award

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Cattaraugus Co. Vets director McCord presented Sampson Service Award

KELLEN M. QUIGLEY kquigley@oleantimesherald.com

Sep 10, 2026

LITTLE VALLEY — For his service and dedication to the veterans of Cattaraugus County and their families, Steve E. McCord received the John B. Sampson ...

State & Union: NY health officials endorse vaccinations ahead of flu season

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State & Union: NY health officials endorse vaccinations ahead of flu season

Sep 10, 2026

New York state health officials on Thursday endorsed recommendations for flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 immunizations ahead of re...

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Daughter who lost firefighter father inspiring children to learn about 9/11

By BETHANY BLANKLEY The Center Square

Sep 10, 2026

Twenty-five years after the Islamic terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, victims’ family members are sharing how they’ve turned their grief into posit...

Hochul signs New York ‘union protection’ bill into law

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Hochul signs New York ‘union protection’ bill into law

By CHRIS WADE The Center Square

Sep 10, 2026

Labor unions in New York will be allowed to take legal action against groups that discourage union membership under a proposal signed into law by Gov....