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Catholic Charities in Olean
During a weekend stop in Olean, Sr. Mary McCarrick of Buffalo told WPIG that the need for Catholic Charities programs is increasing, even as large donation are down with the economy. The campaign goal this year is $10.5-million.
Rape Charges Lodged
Wellsville Police arrested 35-year-old Richard Shinebarger on Saturday, charging him with first degree rape, and first degree sexual conduct against a child. His bail was set at $10,000.
County Sets Flood Workshop
Potter County officials are urging residents and businesses affected by the late January flooding to attend a workshop with area officials. The date is Wednesday, February 17th at the Austin Volunteer Fire Station, from 2-7pm. The county is trying to qualify for a disaster declaration from the Small Business Administration. If enough damage is reported, Potter County residents could qualify for low-interest loans.
Sports
The St. Bonaventure men's and women's basketball teams both lost over the weekend. The women played against St. Joe's Saturday at the Reilly Center, while the men were in snow-stricken Philadelphia, where they also fell to the Hawks.
The St. Bona men next play Fordham at home Wednesday night.
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