editorial

With the election of a new mayor, one would think that a message would be sent about some things, and not the least the reconstruction of North Union ...

The snow fell harder the higher my car climbed. About 25 minutes earlier that Friday afternoon, the police scanner in the office toned out a car crash...

The relief I am feeling today is great. Dr. Zia Sheikh, my family’s physician for many years, will continue his medical practice in Salamanca and Olea...

Gov. Andrew Cuomo has shown that when he whiffs a scent of political gain, he can be decisive. He proved that never more clearly in early 2013 when, i...

I’ve generally been one to look forward with enthusiasm and rarely do I dwell on “what might have been.” However, I’m feeling just a twinge of regret ...

The Jamestown Community College Cattaraugus County Campus and the Cattaraugus County Counselors’ Association wish to express their appreciation to all...

The family and friends of Audrey and the late Dana Whittaker thank state Sen. Catharine Young for procuring the medals to reflect Mr. Whittaker’s serv...

It’s been my experience that whenever a school ballot issue fails, the aftermath includes some second-guessing — and maybe even some finger-pointing. ...

As an 80-year-old, I’ve seen a lot of life and a lot of changes in this country. I’ve read the many letters to the paper about the basic problems Amer...

In an article in Monday’s edition of the Olean Times Herald I believe I came off as not in favor of the Portville Central School capital project, whic...

I recently received a letter from my insurance company stating my present policy will no longer be offered and I need to choose a new policy through t...

Readers in search of a lively exchange of political opinion need look no further than the Olean Times Herald, for which we can all be grateful. Good j...

First, I want to let Olean Times Herald reporter Kelsey Boudin how very much I liked his writing and accurate quoting and paraphrasing in his article ...

The Town of Olean Volunteer Fire Department greatly thanks all the motorists traveling in our district along Constitution Avenue on “Black Friday.” We...

A news article a couple weeks ago told how our great president made a personal plea for a quick passage of the agreement promising to respect Afghanis...

I’d like to express my opinion concerning the recent news of my family doctor, Dr. Zia M. Sheikh. I’ve been in many places throughout this world. I se...

Life can be hectic and stressful. Work piles up on the job, the bills pile up at home, the kids need help with homework or have to be shuttled to a sp...

The federal shutdown may be over, but next month’s federal budget deadline could put hundreds of children and families in our community at risk. Membe...