Exploring the Western NY Wilds: Giant swallowtail
A banner year for butterflies in WNY including this rare drifter By Bob Confer, Follow Exploring the Western NY Wilds on Facebook, You are likely familiar with swallowtail butterflies. There […]
FEDS: Chinese national pleads to trafficking baby box turtles, venomous reptiles
850 native turtles were intercepted by customs agents with help from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Operation Terrapene From the Office of United States Attorney Michael DiGiacomo BUFFALO, NY — […]
URMC Noyes Health Welcomes Dr. Muhammad Farhan Ashraf to Gastroenterology Team
Welcome to Dansville NY Dr. Ashraf!! From UR Noyes Health, Noyes Health is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Muhammad Farhan Ashraf to its Gastroenterology team, marking a significant step forward […]
Steuben County Chairwoman: Legislators voted against appeal in Allard dispute, VanEtten has filed latest appeal
Former Chair Scott VanEtten is “entitled to county legal resources to pursue his appeal” By Andrew Harris Last week we reported that Steuben County legislators approved an appeal of the […]
Tom O’Mara: “Unsustainable spending remains expensive and dysfunctional”
Comparing NY State Medicaid spending with neighboring states A weekly COLUMN from NY State Senator Tom O’Mara, A recently released report from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services […]
Michael T. Hanaka, 81, Wellsville
Michael T. HANAKA, 81, of Wellsville, died Friday, August 8, 2025, in his home. He was born on January 9, 1944, in Kenmore, the son of the late Frank and […]
Hornell Irish Festival 2025 Preview
Come St. Ann’s Church on Saturday August 16th for all the “craic” By Sonya Ellison Ancient Order of the Hibernians Hornell hosts its annual Irish Festival this Saturday August 16th […]
This week!! Steuben County Fair … A Tradition
The 2025 Fair runs August 11 – 17 By Penny Carlton, photos from the Steuben County Fair, Follow them on Facebook Anyone who grew up in Steuben County experiences a […]
Robert E. Bishop, 76, Andover
Robert E. BISHOP, 76, of Andover, NY, died Friday, August 8, 2025 in UR Jones Memorial Hospital, Wellsville, surrounded by his family. Born November 1, 1948, in Wellsville, he was […]
Still Rolling: The Last Giants of Rock Over 80
Steve Miller’s cancelled tour reminds us that an era is coming to an end By Clayton “Tiger” Hulin, Photo: Steve Miller performing on stage, July 2009 by Tim Brown Steve […]
Two bad decisions by Bills’ McDermott in loss to Giants
A column by CHUCK POLLOCK, Wellsville Sun Senior Sports Columnist Normally when I watch the opening game of the Bills preseason, my attention wanes after the first quarter when it’s […]
Three Steuben County Legislators pen letter to President Trump over Medicaid, SNAP concerns
“The People of Steuben County need your help” Legislators Ferratella, Tobia, and Lando co-sign letter citing “very serious concerns” August 6, 2025Hon. Donald J. TrumpPresident of the United StatesWhite House1600 […]
Steuben County Honors 42 Snowplow Drivers for Perfect 2024-2025 Winter Call-Out Response
“Dedication, grit, and professionalism in public service” From Steuben County, BATH, NY — The Steuben County Department of Public Works proudly recognizes 42 of its snow plow operators for achieving […]
DiNapoli: State Faces $34.3 Billion Cumulative Budget Gap Through State Fiscal Year 2029
Federal Cuts and a Weaker Economic Forecast Could Create Budget Gaps Not Seen Since Global Financial Crisis From the Office of the NYS Comptroller, August 8, 2025 The state’s Financial […]
Gaza at a Crossroads: The Human Cost of Military Rule
“Silence is not neutral. It is a choice” A COLUMN By Johanna Elattar Seventeen-year-old Ahmad does not understand why he cannot go home. He wakes in the night screaming, terrified […]