Iconic Laf-A-Lot reopens on Loon Lake after massive rebuild in Wayland

Everyone is smiling again at the Laf-A-Lot. An iconic Steuben County lakeside bar and restaurant reopened recently after a complete rebuild by its new owners. The Laf -A-Lot on Loon Lake is "pouring beers once again," Chuck Cavallaro posted Nov. 2 on the "What's going on around Wayland" Facebook page. The bar's signature cocktail, the Blue Whale, is presumably being mixed and poured again, too. The Laf-A-Lot had been closed since December 2025. Former owners Ed and Paula Kauffman sold the 100 Laf A Lot Road business to Chuck Cavallaro and his wife, Joanne Cavallaro, in March 2026. The couple, along with family members and even many of Cavallaros' neighbors on Loon Lake, immediately got to work restoring the existing bar and restaurant. “The next day (after the sale closed) I was at the bar with a crowbar and a hammer, and we started taking stuff apart," Chuck Cavallaro, a semi-retired medical doctor, told The Evening Tribune last spring. The old bar and restaurant was essentially stripped down to its studs and rebuilt, with the old floor and roof replaced, a new bar installed and a larger kitchen with updated equipment constructed. The Cavallaros documented nearly every step in the

Move To This New York Town Where Retirees Say Social Security Stretches Surprisingly Far

Most people spend their retirement years doing math they never wanted to do, and Hornell, New York, is the town that finally makes the numbers add up. If you’ve been told your whole life that living comfortably in New York State requires either a six-figure income or a very generous relative, Hornell is about to introduce you to a third option.

Canisteo Mayor McInroy Is Not Running Again – And The Possiblity Of Lowering The Speed Limit On W Main

Canisteo Village Mayor Rick McInroy announced last Monday night that he is not running again. His seat will be up in March 16, 2027 and his term officially ends this coming year, on April 5, 2027. McInroy says he enjoys the job but noted that it is time for someone else to be the mayor. There are two Village Trustee seats to be voted on in the upcoming elections on March 16: the seats currently occupied by Bob Hammond and James Dineen. In other Canisteo Village news, there will be a public hearing on a local law about possibly lowering the speed limit from 40 mph to 30 mph on West Main Street near the Canisteo American Legion. That public hearing will be held at 6:50pm on Tuesday, December 8, 2026 at Canisteo Village Hall.

Bath schools honor veterans with breakfast and ceremony

BATH, N.Y. (WETM) – Bath Central School District hosted a veterans breakfast with former military members that they are close to. On Tuesday, Nov. 10, Bath’s 7th and 8th grade choir serenaded local veterans and their families with the National Anthem and America the Beautiful on trumpet. A panel of select students had the opportunity […]

Steuben County Land Bank builds first new home, plans more in Erwin

The Steuben County Land Bank is tearing some properties down and building others up around the Corning area. One of the projects marks an historic first for the non-profit, one that is setting the stage for an even bigger boost to the local housing stock. The Land Bank this fall demolished a fire-damaged property at 40 Mill St. in the town of Erwin. The property will be sub-divided into a handful of individual parcels where new homes will be constructed over the next few years. “That would be our biggest project,” said Chris Brewer, executive director of the Steuben County Land Bank. “Hopefully we start breaking ground next year on that project. That will be a fun one.” Brewer said the new Erwin homes will follow a playbook established at 20 Townsend Ave. in Riverside, where the Land Bank is currently in the midst of its first-ever new build. While the Land Bank had undertaken major renovations at previous projects, the Riverside home is the first it has built from the ground up. “That’s the first of its kind. That’s the first new build the Land Bank has ever done,” Brewer said. “Typically we do rehabs or demos. We’re testing

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ER Visits In The Southern Tier: 3 Hours 41 Minutes In Broome, 4 Hours 4 Minutes In Tompkins

Broome County ER visits average about 3 hours 41 minutes. Chemung runs 3 hours 32. Tompkins stretches past 4 hours. Bring a little patience.

NYS paving program will upgrade roads in Steuben, Allegany, Livingston

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Nov. 10 detailed $100 million in funding for repaving projects in 68 locations across the state to help rejuvenate roadways impacted by New York’s typical harsh winter weather. A total of 642 lane miles of state highways across every region of the state will be repaved under the State Department of Transportation’s "Harsh Winter Paving" program. The funding will cover multiple repaving projects in Steuben, Allegany and Livingston counties, according to the governor's announcement. State officials said the investments reflect Hochul's ongoing commitment to restore and revitalize New York’s roads, especially those impacted by extreme weather. Livingston, Steuben 'Harsh Winter' repaving projects $620,000 to resurface U.S. Route 15 from the Livingston County line through the village of Wayland to Gunlocke Park Road in the town of Wayland, Steuben County $622,000 to resurface state Route 226 and State Route 415 in the village of Savona, Steuben County $1.5 million to resurface state Route 5 and U.S. Route 20 from Pole Bridge Road to Dalton Road in the Livingston County towns of Avon and Lima Allegany County 'Harsh Winter' repaving projects $825,000 to resurface state Route 244 from Alfred Station to the village of Alfred and

Steuben County CCE honors local community leaders

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County recognized outstanding volunteers, community partners, agricultural businesses and youth during its annual meeting and awards dinner in Bath. The celebration brought together volunteers, supporters and community members at Waters Clubhouse and Catering at the Bath Country Club, according to a community announcement. The event also included the installation of new board members and recognition of an employee's five years of service. Assemblywoman Andrea Bailey attended the celebration and helped present awards to the recipients. Who received Cornell Cooperative Extension awards? The organization recognized individuals, businesses and community groups for their contributions to Cornell Cooperative Extension programs and the communities they serve. This year's honorees included: Outstanding Youth Award: Madeline Slayton Friend of Extension Award: Jini Groen and Ellen Shaw Maceko Cornell Connection Award: Cornell Cooperative Extension of Yates County Outstanding Volunteers Award: Canisteo Community Garden Volunteers, Kathy Boccia and Lisa Adams Agribusiness of the Year Award: Smith's Stock Farm The organization also honored Katie Weigle for reaching five years of service with Cornell Cooperative Extension. More: Hornell police say Syracuse family caught burglarizing old hospital New board members installed during annual meeting In addition to presenting awards, Cornell Cooperative Extension of Steuben County installed

First snow for the season coming, but totals and impacts will be minor

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM)- Clouds increase this Veteran’s Day, with one more day with above average temperatures near 58 degrees. As low pressure moves east, rain begins overnight and through most of Thursday. The coastal low, with cooler air from the north will lead to a rain and snow mix and the first snow of the […]

Mt. Morris mulch fire burns weeks later, raising concerns among neighbors, state officials

MOUNT MORRIS, N.Y. (WROC) — A mulch fire in Livingston County is still burning nearly two weeks later. Concerns are being raised by neighbors and a state senator about the smoke and its potential impact on residents’ health and air quality. Crews are actively working to extinguish the fire at Schrier Farms in Mount Morris. […]

Live Online Auction: The Hairdressers of Wellsville, over 275 items!!

Register and bid now for this exclusive sale, auction ends November 14th at 6pm From Auntie Em’s Attic, Auntie Em’s Attic is honored to present an auction of The Hair […] The post Live Online Auction: The Hairdressers of Wellsville, over 275 items!! appeared first on THE WELLSVILLE SUN .

DOT to pave Route 79 in Ithaca and Enfield next spring

ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – The state is preparing for another major paving project in Tompkins County. On Nov. 10, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that State Route 79 will be paved from the Tompkins County line in the Town of Ithaca to the Schuyler County line in the Town of Enfield.

Hornellsville Town Budget Update – And The Future Of Lost Dogs

Hornellsville Town Supervisor Dan Broughton says they will have a special budget workshop before passing the Hornellsville budget. That workshop will be held on November 18, at Hornellsville Town Hall at 430pm. Hornellsville Dog Control Officer Deb Matthews says that Wayland is closing their dog shelter. According to Matthews, there...

More than just pictures: a look inside Arnot’s School of Radiology

The field of radiologic technology blends the critical art of caring for people with the exacting science of specialized medical testing. The School of Radiologic Technology at Arnot Ogden Medical Center offers students a high-quality educational program in preparation for their future professional careers in radiologic technology. Voices are AI...

Steuben County Names Boys Soccer All-Stars

A-P’s Carter Button, C-S/B’s Lukas Carpella, A-C’s Owen Button, and Addison’s Idaya Aiken earn Player of the Year awards. AVOCA-The Steuben County Athletic Association recently announced its 2026 County All-Stars in Boy Soccer. Avoca-Prattsburgh senior Carter Button was named Division Two Player of the year. Campbell-Savona/Bradford...

Canisteo’s Christmas In The Village – Sat Nov 28

FROM EVENT ORGANIZER MIKE DELANEY: The Canisteo Community Support Group is excited to invite the community to attend Canisteo Christmas in the Village on Saturday, November 28, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. This free family-friendly event will take place in and around Downtown Canisteo and will feature Santa Claus in the bandstand, horse and wagon rides, children’s crafts, ornament decorating, Christmas music, hot drinks, cotton candy, and more. New this year, families will have the opportunity to decorate an ornament to be displayed on the Community Christmas Tree. A Community Tree Lighting ceremony will take place at 5:30 PM near the bandstand. The event also coincides with Small Business Saturday, with many participating businesses open throughout the evening. The event is presented by the Canisteo Community Support Group in partnership with area businesses, non-profit organizations, and the Village of Canisteo.

Elmira hosts vehicle auction online until late November

ELMIRA, N.Y. (WETM) – According to a release, the City of Elmira is hosting an online vehicle auction until Late November. Using an online auction site, the Elmira Police Department will be auctioning vehicles that are now in the possession of the Elmira PD. The bidding went live on Tuesday, Nov. 10 and will close […]