Ghost Stories Fill This 1867 Tioga County Hotel You Can Book

Owego’s 1867 Parkview Inn has legends of a girl named Marguerite and a ringing dinner bell. Read the stories and see how to book a room.

Maine-Endwell High School opens new music studio

ENDWELL, NY (607NewsNow) — Students at Maine-Endwell High School are grabbing their headphones. On Oct. 20, the school unveiled its new music production studio. The $700,000 space has sound boards, recording software, and acoustically treated walls. “This new space represents more than just an investment in equipment,” the Maine-Endwell...

A New Chapter for a Familiar Cortland Landmark

The Crown at Cortland Welcomes the Community for Celebrations, Meetings and Memorable Gatherings. A familiar address in Cortland has a new reason to bring people together. The Crown at Cortland, a newly renovated banquet hall inside HomeTowne Studios & Conference Center Cortland at 2 River Street, opened in 2026 and is now welcoming bookings for weddings, celebrations, business events and community gatherings.

Former American Idol contestant to perform in Binghamton

TOWN OF DICKINSON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – American singer-songwriter, Crystal Bowersox is coming to Touch of Texas with special guest Alexis Bradford. Crystal Bowersox and special guest Alexis Bradford will be taking the stage at Touch of Texas on November 14. Currently residing in Nashville, TN, Crystal Bowersox is an American singer-songwriter whose music is comprised […]

Halal Bites Set to Open New Binghamton Location Tuesday

A popular Johnson City restaurant is preparing to make the move to Binghamton. Halal Bites will hold a soft opening at its new location at 56 Glenwood Avenue on Tuesday, October 20, beginning at 4 p.m. The restaurant is moving into the former Sharkey's Bar & Grill building, which closed...

‘Check Out Hunger’ Campaign Returns to Support Food Bank of the Southern Tier

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WENY) — Shoppers can help put food on a neighbor’s table this fall during Wegmans’ annual Check Out Hunger campaign, which benefits the Food Bank of the Southern Tier. From Wednesday, Oct. 21 through Saturday, Nov. 28, customers at Wegmans stores in Corning, Elmira, Hornell,...

Halal Bites Prepares to Open Binghamton Restaurant

The new eatery will operate at the site of the First Ward's iconic Sharkey's Bar & Grill.

Ceili Rain is coming to Oxford

OXFORD, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Celtic pop-rock band Ceili Rain will make their debut at 6 On The Square in Oxford on Saturday October 24th. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 at the door and can be purchased at 6onthesquare.org or by calling (607) 843-6876 to make a reservation. The venue is located at 6 […]

New York State Limits How Many Dogs You Can Have at Home?

New York State Limits How Many Dogs You Can Have at Home?

Twin Tiers Comic-Con announces celebrity-packed weekend

Twin Tiers Comic-Con will return to the Arnot Event Center in Big Flats on Nov. 14-15 with more than 175 artists, writers, vendors and celebrity guests scheduled to participate in the pop culture convention. The event is expected to be the largest Twin Tiers Comic-Con to date, according to a community announcement. Organizers said attendees can expect celebrity appearances, cosplay competitions, gaming events and exhibits from a wide range of vendors. The convention is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 14 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Arnot Event Center. Among the announced celebrity guests are Sean Gunn, known for roles in “Guardians of the Galaxy” and “Gilmore Girls,” Brian O'Halloran of “Clerks” and Ming Chen of “Comic Book Men.” Celebrity guests and comic creators Fans will also have opportunities to meet voice actors Michael Haigney, whose credits include “Pokémon,” Neil Kaplan of “Transformers” and “Naruto,” Peter Lurie of “Naruto” and “X-Men” and Eva La Dare, whose work includes “Street Fighter” and “Resident Evil.” Comic book creators scheduled to appear include Khoi Pham, Bill Anderson, Ken Wheaton, Ethan Young, Nikkol Jelenic and Carl Polino. According to the announcement, additional artists, writers and industry professionals

Food & Fire BBQ Taphouse to host eating competition between local high school football teams

JOHNSON CITY, N.Y (WIVT/WBGH) – Johnson City’s Food & Fire BBQ Taphouse is holding its third annual eating competition between local high school football teams. The event will take place on October 20th at 6:30 PM at Food & Fire BBQ Taphouse at 560 Harry L Drive, Johnson City NY. Local students from Maine-Endwell, Johnson […]

Tackle Fall Projects with Tully Lakes Ace Hardware

From winterization projects to backyard cleanup– Autumn is a busy time to get both indoor and outdoor projects done before the snow starts flying!. Did you know that Nightingale’s carries Stihl battery and gas outdoor equipment? If you haven’t checked out the new and growing Stihl department yet- Fall is the perfect time to stop in and check out the Fall sales on chainsaws and leaf blowers!

Deer, bear hunting seasons underway; new rules take effect

HUDSON VALLEY- Deer and bear hunting seasons are underway across much of the Hudson Valley, and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation is reminding hunters in Orange, Sullivan, Dutchess, and Ulster counties to review the 2026 regulations before heading into the woods. Early bowhunting seasons for deer and...

The Richford Diner – A Hometown Tradition, A New Chapter, and a Gold-Winning First Year

Richford, New York, has a place where familiar faces, hearty meals, and small-town hospitality come together around the table. Taking ownership at the end of May 2025, the team behind The Richford Diner began a new chapter for a familiar local restaurant location previously known as the Red Rooster and Country Folk Diner. While the name has changed over the years, the importance of bringing people together over a good meal remains at the heart of the experience.

The Art of Melancholy: Binghamton University celebrates John Dowland’s haunting music

The Binghamton University Music Department will celebrate the 400th anniversary of composer John Dowland’s death with a concert of his music on Sunday, November 1. Guitarist Paul Sweeny, who will perform at the concert, says Dowland’s music reflects the late Renaissance fascination with melancholy. “Melancholy was sort of a fad, a fashion, a pose, if you will, and he excelled,” Sweeny told WSKG’s Arts in Depth. Songs such as “Flow My Tears” and “In Darkness Let Me Dwell” explore the darker emotions, although Dowland also wrote cheerful music.

Halal Bites Prepares to Open Binghamton Restaurant

The new eatery will operate at the site of the First Ward's iconic Sharkey's Bar & Grill.

After 5 Years, Popular Restaurant Is Now Closed

Hombre y Lobo Tacos & Tequila Now Closed

In New York, These 7 Buffalo-Style Friday Fish Fry Dinners Are Worth Every Mile Of The Drive

In Western New York, Friday night has its own menu. The fish fry here is a local ritual, with big battered fillets, fries, coleslaw, and often a scoop of macaroni or potato salad on the side. Some spots sit by Lake Erie, some are old neighborhood taverns, and one lives...

Mention Spiedies In Binghamton, New York, And You’ll Be Sent To This No-Frills BBQ Joint

Ask anyone in Binghamton where to find a proper spiedie, and the answer tends to come fast, with a pointed finger toward one busy counter on the north side of town. Spiedies are the city’s signature sandwich: cubes of marinated chicken or pork tucked into soft bread or pita.

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