Western New York News

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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Girl Scouts of WNY summer camp registration now open
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Mar 04, 2026
RANDOLPH — Registration is open for the 2026 Girl Scouts of Western New York summer camp, welcoming campers for overnight sessions running from Aug. 1...
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Seneca casinos announce leadership appointments
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Feb 26, 2026
SALAMANCA — As part of a strategic organizational evolution, Seneca Resorts & Casinos has appointed four long-time team members to key corporate leade...
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Sempolinski talks local, statewide concerns at Salamanca town hall meeting
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KELLEN M. QUIGLEY kquigley@oleantimesherald.com 
Feb 18, 2026
SALAMANCA — Assemblyman Joe Sempolinski answered questions and addressed the concerns of his constituents Tuesday evening at the City of Salamanca Mun...
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Seneca casinos hosting career fair Feb. 17
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Feb 09, 2026
SALAMANCA — Seneca Resorts & Casinos is heating up the winter with hot opportunities for job seekers to be part of one of Western New York’s leading c...
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MacQueen retires after nearly 50 years in public service
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By DEB EVERTS news@oleantimesherald.com 
Jan 24, 2026
EAST OTTO — Local law enforcement officer Mary MacQueen retired from the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office on Dec. 31, marking the end of her 23-yea...
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Hinsdale schools begin new superintendent search
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KELLEN M. QUIGLEY kquigley@oleantimesherald.com 
Jan 23, 2026
HINSDALE — The Hinsdale Central School Board of Education has announced its search for the next Superintendent of Schools has begun, with hopes to hav...
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Bitterly cold temperatures in forecast for Olean area
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Brian McClellan 
Jan 19, 2026
The Olean area appears to have avoided much of the snowfall resulting from the lake-effect event in Western New York, but it will not escape the frigi...
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As coyotes thrive, no sign of wolves living in New York state
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By HEIDI TRUSCHEL-LIGHT Niagara Cazette 
Jan 14, 2026
NIAGARA FALLS (TNS) — The identification of a gray wolf in Otsego County several years ago has received additional attention in recent weeks, with the...
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