Jim Eckstrom is a Managing Editor for the Olean Times Herald, a local newspaper in Olean, New York. With a focus on local news, Jim covers a wide range of topics including crime, politics, community events, and local business developments. He is also involved with the ELDRED AREA FREE LIBRARY & HISTORICAL SOCIETY, contributing to their publications and preserving the history of the area.
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It was a good night Tuesday — and a good early Wednesday morning — for Mark Heberling.
By: Jim Eckstrom
OLEAN — If U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer still felt the sting of his Democratic Party’s setbacks on Election Day, he did his best to thrust it aside Monday
With technology making it possible for homeowners to program or remotely access thermostats, light switches and appliances via cell phone, National Grid will soon install new "smart" meters in more than 4,000 homes in Western New York.
By: Jim Eckstrom
OLEAN — Common Council on Tuesday evening unanimously approved a resolution urging New York state to repeat a $50 million funding boost to municipalities in the 2025-26 state budget, while
OLEAN — After Kathy Young moved to Allegany a few years ago, she was looking for ways to contribute to the community.
By: Jim Eckstrom
OLEAN, N.Y. — After Kathy Young moved to Allegany a few years ago, she was looking for ways to contribute to the community.
As temperatures steadily fall well into November, home heating assistance is available to New York state households meeting income guidelines.
By: Jim Eckstrom
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful." — Colossians 3:15
By: Jim Eckstrom
ALLEGANY — Four U.S. military veterans, speaking during the monthly panel discussion hosted by Right Thinkers, urged Americans to never stop learning about the experiences, contributions and sacrifices veterans have
By: Kathryn Ross, Jim Eckstrom
OLEAN — In December 2019, the first year volunteers took part in Wreaths Across America at Mount View Cemetery, 56 pine wreaths were laid at veterans' graves.
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