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McElhattan Sentenced for Murder Tuesday
Thomas James McElhattan was sentenced this afternoon for the murder of 21-year-old Rebecca Hayes. After hearing impact statements from Hayes' family, McElhattan did not make a statement before sentenc...
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Little Genesee Man Arrested on Drug Charges in Portville Saturday
A Little Genesee man was arrested on several charges after a domestic dispute reported in Portville Saturday evening. New York State Police charged 33-year-old Garrett J. McLaughlin with four separate...
Aug 03, 2026

Allegany Resident Charged with Felony DWI Friday
An Allegany resident was charged with multiple felonies after allegedly driving while intoxicated Friday evening. New York State Police charged 55-year-old Jesse J. Seamon with felony DWI with a previ...
Aug 03, 2026

Hinsdale Resident Arrested on Felony Warrant
A Hinsdale resident was arrested on a felony warrant Friday afternoon. New York State Police arrested 36-year-old Tremain V. Gilbert on an active criminal warrant. Gilbert was held without bail.
Aug 03, 2026

33rd Annual CARE 'fore' Children Golf Tournament Raises Over $45,000 for Local Children's Programs
The 33rd Annual CARE 'fore' Children Golf Tournament, presented by Premier Sponsors Allegheny Bradford Corporation, the Kids and Cancer Benefit, the Philo & Sarah Blaisdell Foundation, and Zippo M...
Aug 03, 2026

Olean Woman Charged with Resisting Arrest Early Friday Morning
An Olean woman was charged after a disturbance early this morning. New York State Police charged 50-year-old Sarah L. Bickley with resisting arrest and obstructing governmental administration. Bickley...
Jul 31, 2026

Olean Man Arrested for Felony DWI in Allegany
An Olean man was arrested on multiple felonies after allegedly driving while intoxicated in Allegany Thursday night. New York State Police charged 27-year-old Mark S. Smith with felony DWI with a prev...
Jul 31, 2026

Olean General Hospital is nationally recognized for its commitment to excellence in cardiovascular care
Olean General Hospital (OGH), a Kaleida Health facility, has received four American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-...
Jul 31, 2026


