Michael Jackson's Thriller Takes Over Halloween in NY

Zombies are getting ready to dance to Michael Jackson's Thriller in a worldwide Halloween event. Here's what to know about Thrill The World 2026.

Petting Zoo Laws in New York: Licenses, Permits, and Rules Operators Must Follow

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you touch a goat at a county fair or let your kids handle baby chicks at a fall festival, you are standing inside a regulatory web that most visitors never notice. Petting zoo laws in New York stack federal licensing, state wildlife permits, county health codes, and local zoning into a single operation, and … This article, Petting Zoo Laws in New York: Licenses, Permits, and Rules Operators Must Follow , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • Leaving Pets Outside in Winter in Alabama: What Beau’s Law and State Cruelty Statutes Require • Vicious Animal Laws in Idaho: What Every Owner and Victim Should Know • Animal Waste Disposal Laws in Washington: Manure and Carcass Rules Every Owner Must Follow

Dormann Library to host cozy November activities

BATH, N.Y. (WETM) – The Dormann Library has released its activities for November to kick off the cozy season. According to a release from the Dormann Library, located at 101 W Morris St. in Bath, it will host seven free events in November. The library will also introduce quiet hours every Monday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. starting Nov. 2.

Women’s Golf Earns 2nd Place at NWGC Fall Classic

CAMILLUS, NY (nazathletics.com) – The Nazareth women's golf team, coming off of a 2nd-place finish at the Empire 8 Fall Championships, returned to action on Tuesday, October 20th to take part in the Northeast Women's Golf Conference Fall Classic. They repeated their 2nd place finish from the week prior, combining for a team score of +61 at their local Camillus Golf Club in Camillus, New York. Winning the one-day event was SUNY Cortland.

Silent horror classics hit Ithaca screens

Lunacy, dissociation, somnambulism and demonic possession are among the “Altered States in Silent Cinema” being presented on Ithaca movie screens this October. It is the city’s 15th annual Silent Movie Month, a celebration of local film history coordinated by the nonprofit Wharton Studio Museum in collaboration with Cornell Cinema, Cinemapolis and The History Center in Tompkins County.

The 8 New York Salvage Yards Where Architectural Salvage From Vanished Houses Wait For A Second Life

Somewhere in New York right now, a hundred-year-old door is leaning against a wall, waiting for someone to take it home. When old houses come down, the best parts do not always end up in a dumpster. Stained glass, iron railings, clawfoot tubs, newel posts and cabinet hardware often land...

Michael Jackson's Thriller Takes Over Halloween in NY

Zombies are getting ready to dance to Michael Jackson's Thriller in a worldwide Halloween event. Here's what to know about Thrill The World 2026.

Tommy Hilfiger’s Inspiring Message to Southern Tier Students

Did you know Tommy Hilfiger grew up in Elmira and opened his first store there? Read how the fashion designer is still giving back to his hometown and reminding Southern Tier students that the path from here can lead anywhere.

100 Years Ago: October 19, 2026

100 Years Ago is brought to you by AVRE. 100 years ago today, nearly an inch of snow fell here today, breaking all records for October snowfall in this area. Several automobile accidents resulted from motorists being blinded by the snowstorm early this morning. Plans are being made to organize...

18 Sports List – Top 10 pro athletes in local history

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – It’s time for the next edition of 18 Sports List – The Top 10’s. On this edition, we reveal the best of the best in pro athletes to ever come out of the Elmira-Corning region. From hall of famers to world champion athletes, this list truly has it all. We looked […]

Indoor golf facility coming to Chenango in 2027

TOWN OF CHENANGO, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – A new indoor golf facility is coming to Upper Front Street. The Town of Chenango Planning Board unanimously approved plans this week for Apex Golf Foundry at Northgate Plaza. The indoor golf center will occupy about 25,000-square-feet of existing retail space of the former Ames department store. Plans call […]

Glass Pumpkins Bring Fall Visitors to Corning

The Corning Museum of Glass is drawing crowds this fall as visitors watch artists transform molten glass into colorful pumpkins. From tiny, one-of-a-kind creations to the museum’s giant glass pumpkin, the seasonal tradition showcases the creativity and craftsmanship behind each piece.

CAP networking event brings artists, creative activities to Trumansburg on Friday

Artists and creative people from across Tompkins County are invited to an evening of conversation, connection, and hands-on art activities at the Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts on Friday, October 23rd, from 5:30–7pm. The Community [...]

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Lake Country Players to put on ‘Once Upon a Mattress’

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (WETM) – The Lake Country Players will perform the comedy musical “Once Upon a Mattress” in early November. The performance will be held at the Watkins Glen High School Auditorium Thursday, Nov. 5 through Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. Ticket sales will start 45 […]

Today in Local Music and Community: Sunday October 18, 2026

Every day Monica Power supplies her picks for cool events happening in Western New York; you can also find her at her Facebook page. Jacob Jay at Jazzboline Restaurant & Bar. 9am – 230pm. Sara Elizabeth at Hamburg Brewing Company. 10am – 1pm. Sidewalk Sale at Fitz Books....

The Factory Holiday Art Market

Get lost in the maze of artist studios and discover our curated artists throughout the main halls. Don’t worry—we’ll provide a map! Along the way, you’ll find delightful handcrafted gifts, delicious food, live music, plenty of fun, and an art gallery to explore. Stop by our beloved receptionist to begin your adventure featuring more than 80 artists. We can’t wait to see you there! Held at Artist Alley on the ground floor of the South Hill Business Campus in Ithaca, NY. Shop over 80 artists in a factory setting. Friday, December 4 from 4-8pm, Saturday, December 5 from 10am-4pm, Sunday, December 6 from 10am-4pm.

Local History Post of the Week: October 16, 2026

– Vintage Article(s) of the Week. This week our stand alone articles are all about Corning’s World War I Flying Ace – Reginald Sinclaire!. Briefly, Reginald Sinclaire was born in Corning, was interested in flight from an early age and joined the French Foreign Legion becoming a fighter pilot in France before the United States entered World War I. For his outstanding service, he was awarded the French Croix de Guerre citation by the French government in 1918 – which is what the following article reports. The two related items include a piece from the Leader (1976) giving an overview of his World War I career, and his obituary from the Leader; he died in 1989, and had lived in Colorado Springs, Colorado for decades – but was buried here, in Hope Cemetery.

Chemung County Historical Society marks 20th annual Ghost Walk in Elmira

The Chemung County Historical Society is celebrating its 20th annual Ghost Walk this weekend, bringing lesser-known stories from the area's history to life through live theater. More than 500 people have signed up for 20 tours featuring actors from Elmira Little Theatre portraying historical figures and sharing their stories. The...

Things to do this weekend

OCTOBER THURSDAY 15 – SUNDAY 18. A year after Lynx disappears, his midnight return forces his girlfriend and best friend to confront grief, anger and their attempts to move forward in Sender. McCarroll Theatre, Dillingham Center. 953 Danby Road, Ithaca, NY. Running to Places - Decendants the Musical. OCTOBER...