Government
By TAPINTO GREATER OLEAN STAFF
December 29, 2025
The National Weather Service's severe winter storm watch for Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Southern Erie and Wyoming counties, begins at 1 p.m. Monday and remains in place until 1 a.m. Friday.NWS indicated that heavy lake snow is possible, with accumulations of 1 to 3 feet. Winds could gust as high as ...
The National Weather Service has issued a flood and winter storm watches for several Western New York counties, including Cattaraugus.The flood watch will be in place from 1 p.m. Sunday until 4 p.m. Monday. The winter storm watch will take effect at 1 p.m. Monday and remain in place until 7 a.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that includes Cattaraugus County. The advisory will take effect at 10 a.m. Friday and will remain in place until 4 a.m. Saturday.According to the advisory, periods of snow, sleet and freezing rain will result in slippery roads and ...
OLEAN, NY — The city has lifted a Boil Water Notice that was imposed for the 800 block of North Union Street area on Tuesday. “We appreciate the community’s patience, cooperation, and understanding throughout this precautionary measure,” Mayor William J. Aielllo said. “Ensuring the safety and ...
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory and wind advisories that include Cattaraugus County. Both will remain in place until 1 a.m. Saturday.Snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches and wind gusts as high as 55 mph are expected in most areas, with 4 to 6 inches possible across ...
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — New federal student loan policy changes that would sharply reduce how much nursing students can borrow are raising concern among students at St. Bonaventure University and local health care leaders, who say the move could make advanced nursing education less accessible and ...
OLEAN, NY — The city issued a Boil Water Notice for the 800 block of North Union Street area on Tuesday. Effective immediately and for the next three days, all tap water used for drinking, cooking, making ice, brushing teeth and preparing baby formula must be boiled before use, according to a press ...
ALBANY, NY — The state has awarded $45.9 million in conditional grants for supportive services to help stably house New Yorkers experiencing homelessness. Genesis House of Olean is one of the 200 recipients.The grants, awarded through the Empire State Supportive Housing Initiative, are contingent ...
The National Weather Service issued a lake-effect snow warning that includes Cattaraugus County. The warning was issued at 2 p.m. Saturday and will be in effect until 7 a.m. Monday.Heavy lake-effect snow is expected with accumulations of 6-to-12 inches and winds gusts as high as 35 mph.“Travel will ...
The Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office has issued a travel advisory for the entire county.According to the advisory, heavy snow conditions are making travel difficult, dangerous and hazardous. Individuals should avoid unnecessary travel until further notice.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory for Allegany, Cattaraugus and Chautauqua counties. The advisory takes effect at 1 a.m. Wednesday and will remain in place until 4 a.m. Friday.Snow accumulations of 7 to 14 inches are expected in several batches; 35 MPH winds ...
The New York State Board for Historic Preservation has recommended that the St. Mary of the Angels Complex in Olean be added to the State and National Registers of Historic Places. The State and National Registers are the official lists of buildings, structures, districts, landscapes, objects and ...
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that includes Cattaraugus County.The advisory took effect at 1:35 a.m. Thursday and will remain in place until 7 p.m. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches and wind gusts as high as 35 mph are expected.“Plan on snow-covered and ...
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that includes Cattaraugus and Allegany County.The advisory took effect at 12:42 p.m. Monday and will remain in place until 7 p.m. Tuesday. Snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches are expected in most areas, with 4 to 6 inches possible ...
New York lawmakers report being heartbroken at the news that two members of the National Guard were shot in Washington Wednesday.U.S. Sen. Chuck SchumerMy heart breaks for the victims of this horrific shooting in Washington DC near the White House. I am closely monitoring the situation and am ...
Lake effect snow is expected to impact Western New York and other parts of the state, beginning Wednesday and continuing through Saturday, according to a press release from Gov. Kathy Hochul.“Thanksgiving is the busiest travel time of the year, and as lake effect snow enters our holiday plans, I am ...
ALBANY, NY — The Center for Effective Lawmaking has ranked Sen. George Borrello as first among New York Senate Republicans for the 246th Legislative Session.The ranking, according to a press release from his senate office, is based on a detailed review of sponsored bills, committee actions and ...
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Southern Erie and Wyoming counties. The advisory, issued at 12:40 p.m. on Monday, takes effect Wednesday evening and will remain in place through Friday evening.Snow accumulations of more than ...
OLEAN, NY — U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer came to the Warming House on Friday to unveil legislation he says would reverse the largest cut to the federal food stamp program in its history.Warning that families in Western New York are already feeling the effects as Thanksgiving approaches, Schumer said ...
LATHAM, NY — The New York Army National Guard has promoted Harry Coleman of Olean. Coleman, assigned to the Bravo Troop, 2nd Squadron, 101st Cavalry Regiment, was promoted to the rank of sergeant on Oct. 21. Major General Ray Shields, the adjutant general for the state of New York, announced the ...
OLEAN, NY — An official from the state's Bureau of Housing and Supportive Services outlined practical steps and funding opportunities to help local agencies develop long-term housing for people experiencing homelessness during a symposium at the John J. Ash Community Center on Tuesday.The ...
The House of Representatives and the Senate on Tuesday approved legislation that would release all files related to the investigation of the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, sending the measure to President Donald Trump for action.Here is what the federal lawmakers who represent the Greater ...
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory that includes Cattaraugus County.The advisory took effect at 12:37 a.m. Sunday and will remain in place until 1 p.m. Monday. Snow accumulations of 4 to 7 inches are expected. The greatest accumulations will be across the higher ...
Rep. Nick Langworthy said Tuesday that Congress is finally ready to end the 40-day government shutdown, calling the standoff “an embarrassing period” that left taxpayers and federal workers paying the price. The shutdown halted services, delaying paychecks and heightening backlogs across ...
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter weather advisory for Cattaraugus and Southern Erie counties.The advisory took effect at 12:32 p.m. Monday and will remain in place until 1 p.m. Tuesday.Snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches and wind gusts as high as 35 mph are expected.“Lake ...
OLEAN, NY — The Front Street City Lot, near the intersection of Seneca Street, will be open Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. Residents can dispose of storm damage, such as tree limbs (under 2 feet in diameter) and leaves free of charge. Tree trunks will not be accepted.The lot will be open only for ...
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind advisory that includes all of Western New York. West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph are expected. The advisory will be in effect from 1 p.m. Wednesday through 1 a.m. Thursday."Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects," the ...
ST. BONAVENTURE, NY — In a three-part podcast series, St. Bonaventure University faculty and students will discuss the changing dynamics of media and politics.The series, titled Sunrise, will begin Wednesday with a discussion focused on the results of the Nov. 4 general election. Additional ...
Residents of the Greater Olean area and across New York State are facing uncertainty as the federal government shutdown threatens to disrupt Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits beginning Saturday.SNAP, commonly known as food stamps, provides food-purchasing assistance for ...
Gov. Kathy Hochul on Wednesday urged Western New Yorkers to take precautions for the storm system that is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong wind gusts through Friday.According to a press release from Hochul’s office, rainfall totals of one to two inches are expected across much of the ...