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Grand Funk Railroad rolling into Seneca Allegany Event Center this Saturday
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Grand Funk Railroad rolling into Seneca Allegany Event Center this Saturday
Co-founder Brewer speaks on history, legacy
By DEB EVERTS Press Reporter 
April 29, 2026
SALAMANCA — Grand Funk Railroad is returning to the Seneca Allegany Event Center Saturday to bring its fans another rockin’ good time. The band will t...
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April 29, 2026
Salamanca woman faces drug charges SALAMANCA — A traffic stop resulted in multiple drug-related charges for a Salamanca woman, the Cattaraugus County ...
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Salamanca Main Street reopens after nearly 1 month of closure
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Salamanca Main Street reopens after nearly 1 month of closure
By KELLEN M. QUIGLEY Managing Editor 
April 28, 2026
SALAMANCA — Those wishing to drive to Main Street from one side of the Allegheny River to the other no longer have to take the long way around. After ...
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Local WWII vet Bruce Zunner celebrates 100th birthday
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Local WWII vet Bruce Zunner celebrates 100th birthday
By DEB EVERTS Press Reporter 
April 28, 2026
RANDOLPH — Life has been one heck of a ride for World War II veteran Edward “Bruce” Zunner as he marks a well-lived century of experiences. The Randol...
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A-L avenges Salamanca on bases-loaded walk
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A-L avenges Salamanca on bases-loaded walk
April 28, 2026
ALLEGANY — Dylan Rhodes notched a big hit and Conner Crowley worked a bases-loaded walk in the sixth inning to lift the Allegany-Limestone baseball team to a narrow 2-1 triumph over Salamanca in a CCAA I rematch on Monday night.. Salamanca tied the game 1-1 on a passed ball in the top half of the si...
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Fast start lifts Warriors to first league win over Gators
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Fast start lifts Warriors to first league win over Gators
By HENRY BUCHAN Sports Editor 
April 27, 2026
SALAMANCA — The Salamanca Warriors (5-3, 1-2) rode a strong start against the Allegany-Limestone Gators (3-8, 0-5) on Friday, winning 10-4 and clinchi...
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Sports Trivia
April 23, 2026
Q: Which NBA playoff team from this season was in the largest playoff drought heading into the postseason? A: San Antonio Spurs, seven years.
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Sports Schedule
April 23, 2026
Thursday, April 23 Salamanca softball at Southwestern, 5 p.m. Salamanca track at Southwestern, 5 p.m. Salamanca boys tennis at Allegany-Limestone, 4 p...
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Salamanca track has numerous personal bests vs. West Valley
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Salamanca track has numerous personal bests vs. West Valley
By HENRY BUCHAN Sports Editor 
April 22, 2026
Salamanca 101 , West Valley 29 The Salamanca Warriors had a standout performance last Tuesday night, and registered 30 total personal best performance...
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RTA makes donation to Cattaraugus Co. Sheriff’s K-9 Unit
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RTA makes donation to Cattaraugus Co. Sheriff’s K-9 Unit
By DEB EVERTS Press Reporter 
Apr 27, 2026
LITTLE VALLEY — The Regional Traffic Alliance (RTA) generously donated $1,500 to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff’s Office in support of its K-9 Unit. O...
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Allegany Nature Pilgrimage coming May 29-31
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Allegany Nature Pilgrimage coming May 29-31
Apr 27, 2026
RED HOUSE — Enjoy a weekend learning about all things outdoors at the Allegany Nature Pilgrimage in Allegany State Park, set for Friday through Sunday...
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Randolph’s Anderson named Youth of the Week
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Randolph’s Anderson named Youth of the Week
Apr 27, 2026
The Cattaraugus County Youth Bureau announces that this week’s featured Youth of the Week is Jenna Anderson, the daughter of Patrick and Kristy Anders...
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Tree planted on Arbor Day at SBU chosen to honor Senecas
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Tree planted on Arbor Day at SBU chosen to honor Senecas
Apr 24, 2026
ST. BONAVENTURE — St. Bonaventure University celebrated its 16th consecutive year of being a certified Arbor Day Foundation Tree Campus USA on Friday ...
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Salamanca Mayor: Main Street could reopen Monday
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Salamanca Mayor: Main Street could reopen Monday
By KELLEN M. QUIGLEY Managing Editor 
Apr 24, 2026
SALAMANCA — During Wednesday’s Common Council meeting, Mayor Sandra Magiera said the closed portion of Main Street is expected to reopen Monday follow...
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West Valley announces 3rd quarter honor rolls
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West Valley announces 3rd quarter honor rolls
Apr 23, 2026
WEST VALLEY — West Valley Central School Principal Rachel Mychajluk announced the following students in grades 7-12 have been named to the honor rolls...
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Salamanca Zoning Board to meet April 30
Apr 23, 2026
SALAMANCA — Chairman Lindley Pryor announces that the City of Salamanca Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30, in the City...
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Old Times Remembered for April 23-29
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Old Times Remembered for April 23-29
Apr 23, 2026
150 Years April 27, 1876: VALUABLE ANCIENT RELICS — Mrs. Arunah Ward, of Ellicottville, has in her possession two Chalcedony stones set in silver, whi...
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Out & About
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Out & About
Apr 22, 2026
To add an event, email the details to salamancapress@gmail.com. Include "Out & About" in email subject line. May 1 – Full Moon Fun Ride at Allegany St...
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Police Reports
Apr 22, 2026
Salamanca Police April 12, 12:14 a.m., Seka J. Nosie, 45, of Killbuck, was charged with driving a motor vehicle while registration was suspended/revok...
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Apr 15, 2026
Traffic stop ends in pair of drug arrests GREAT VALLEY — Two Olean residents face drug-related charges following an early morning traffic stop, the Ca...
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Apr 08, 2026
Salamanca Police March 27, 6:52 p.m., Donald B. Bickford Jr., 44, of Salamanca, was charged with second-degree aggravated unlicensed operation of a mo...
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Cat-and-mouse thriller ‘Apex’ a serviceable outback adventure
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Cat-and-mouse thriller ‘Apex’ a serviceable outback adventure
By By KELLEN M. QUIGLEY Managing Editor 
April 28, 2026
Whether going for a walk along a trail in a nearby park or an excursion deep in the Australian bush, the number one rule of doing outdoor activities is to be prepared. But nothing could have prepared me for the ridiculous performance that actor Taron Egerton was going to bring to his villainous role...
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East Randolph hosts Memorial Day Parade
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East Randolph hosts Memorial Day Parade
Salamanca Press 
May 27, 2025
Randolph and East Randolph alternately host their annual Memorial Day Parade and ceremony. With this year being East Randolph’s turn, the parade route...
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Spots filling fast for 67th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage
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Spots filling fast for 67th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage
KELLEN M. QUIGLEY kquigley@oleantimesherald.com 
May 9, 2025
RED HOUSE — Enjoy a weekend learning about all things outdoors at the 67th Allegany Nature Pilgrimage, set to take place Friday, May 30 through Sunday...
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Ohi:yo’ Art Market a huge success at casino
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Ohi:yo’ Art Market a huge success at casino
Salamanca Press 
May 5, 2025
The Seneca Allegany Event Center hosted the Ohi:yo’ Art Market on Saturday. Presented by the Onöhsagwë:de’ Cultural Center and Visit Seneca Nation, th...
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Kellen’s Pressing Issue
April 23, 2026
Spring planting In Western New York, the April freeze and snowshower is not a surprise, and yet it has interrupted my plans to begin getting the yard ...
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Opinion
Henry’s Pressing Issue
April 23, 2026
Do something, Cavs Having grown up in Cleveland, Ohio, I was raised to be a Cavs fan. I got to see some of LeBron’s first stint with the Cavs, The Dec...
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Opinion
Deb’s Pressing Issue
April 23, 2026
Rural free delivery We have taken mail delivery for granted for countless years. I have never thought about it in my lifetime. When the mail comes, I ...
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Opinion
Kellen’s Pressing Issue
April 16, 2026
The American Woodcock The other night, coming home around dusk, I heard one of my favorite sounds of spring — the mating call of the American Woodcock...
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