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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

Wayland, NY · 3d

News 8 WROC

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CDW in Livingston County DEC update

Livingston County, NY · 1d

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Invasion of Privacy: Al “Buzzo” Bruno

Music is a binding force for small communities. It has the unique power to both structure local identity and provide solace to those who feel like outsiders, acting as both tradition and innovation. Geneseo’s own Buzzo Music is a staple of Main Street. It has served as the heart of Geneseo’s music culture for 56 years, all thanks to its co-founder, Al “Buzzo” Bruno.

Geneseo, NY · 14h
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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

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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.

Hornell, NY · 5d

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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North Dansville keeps Dansville Airport open, but a shorter runway limits flights to daytime

The runway lights at Dansville Airport are being shut off as part of a temporary solution following a year-long stalemate between the Town of North Dansville and one of its largest employers.

Dansville, NY · 6h

Spectator

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DEC opens Chronic Wasting Disease deer check station in Livingston County

A deer check station is now open in Livingston County after a case of Chronic Wasting Disease was confirmed in a doe harvested in the town of Sparta . The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation check station is located at the Livingston County Center for Emergency Operations building at 3360 Gypsy Lane in Mount Morris and will be open seven days a week, DEC announced Nov. 13. The check station will be open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. until Nov. 20. Starting on Saturday, Nov. 21, the check station will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Dec. 13. The check station will be closed around the holidays, including on Thursday, Nov. 26 for Thanksgiving, on Dec. 23-25, and on Friday, Jan. 1, 2027. The positive sample came from an adult female white-tailed deer tested as part of DEC’s statewide annual wild deer surveillance program. It marked state's first positive case of Chronic Wasting Disease in a wild deer since 2005. Deer hunters in 6 towns must bring harvest to check station DEC has put special guidelines in place to determine the scope of a potential CWD outbreak in the area. Hunters who harvest deer

Livingston County, NY · 9h

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5 Holiday Festivals Happening in Livingston County, NY That are Worth a Weekend Roadtrip

This article is a paid promotion sponsored by an SOB advertiser and designed to share valuable info with our readers. December 5 is a remarkably special day. Well, it’s because on that very Saturday, Livingston County is a speckled map of holiday cheer. Avon, Dansville, Caledonia, and Mount Morris are sleighing the game with celebrations that Erie, Otsego, and even Westchester can’t compete with.

Livingston County, NY · 12h

News10NBC WHEC Rochester, NY

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Patty’s Lodge in Hopewell set to reopen soon under new name and new ownership

HOPEWELL, N.Y. — Patty’s Lodge, the former motel where Sam Nordquist was tortured and killed at the beginning of 2025, is set to reopen under new ownership with a new name. Mash Sopariwala, the new owner, said his team took over Patty’s Lodge and the neighboring Econo-Lodge about a month ago. Crews have gutted all […]

Hopewell, NY · 2d

The Leader

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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

Erwin, NY · 1d

Spectator

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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

Steuben County, NY · 2d

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The 2026 Steuben County Budget Presentation

FROM STEUBEN COUNTY: Steuben County Manager and Budget Officer Jack K. Wheeler presented the proposed 2027 Steuben County budget today before members of the community and the Steuben County Legislature, outlining a financial plan focused on maintaining essential services, investing in public safety and infrastructure, and protecting local taxpayers amid rising state and federal costs. Despite significant financial pressures associated with state mandates, foster care, SNAP administration and employee expenses, the proposed budget maintains a property tax levy increase well below the New York State tax cap while continuing the County’s longstanding trend of reducing the average full-value property tax rate. “Developing this budget required difficult decisions and careful financial planning. We’re facing significant increases in mandated costs, particularly in Social Services, while continuing to invest in public safety, our roads and the services our residents depend on. Through responsible budgeting, conservative revenue forecasting and the work of our Legislature, department heads and employees, we’ve developed a plan that addresses these challenges while remaining well below the New York State tax cap. “

Steuben County, NY · 12h

News 8 WROC

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Christkindl Market to host final year at Canandaigua’s Granger Homestead

CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (WROC) – After two decades of bringing holiday magic to Canandaigua, the Christkindl Market is coming to an end. This upcoming weekend, there’s one more chance to get in on the fun. Setup is currently underway for the 20th Annual Canandaigua Christkindl Market happening later this week off of Main Street. It will […]

Canandaigua, NY · 3d

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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...

Hornellsville, NY · 2d

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Hornell’s speakeasy themed lounge “Hush” will close permanently on December 26

The Main Street cocktail destination opened in 2022. Announcement from Hush, Follow Hush on Facebook for their final events. Well, the time has come to say our goodbyes in the most positive way. When we opened Hush. in 2022 it was with a dream to bring something entirely different to our small town. Something that may have never existed if we did not take the leap. At that time my mom (and partner) was recently retired, and I had graduated college and was trying to figure it all out.

Hornell, NY · 1d

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Three Western New York Farms To Be Protected In Perpetuity

Protecting our farmlands has never been more important. Farmland is disappearing mostly because it’s worth more to sell for building than to keep farming, and a lot of it is about to change hands. The problem is, if our farmlands disappear, it will have a massive impact on our...

New York · 2d

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Connors and Ferris Sectional Championship Preview: Hornell/Arkport-Canaseraga and Caledonia-Mumford/Le Roy to clash in Class C

One squad enters the championship game for the first time in almost a decade. The other is a win away from its first as a merged program. Two teams ranked in the state top 10 will clash when Hornell/Arkport-Canaseraga and Caledonia-Mumford/Le Roy meet this weekend. This will get you ready:

Hornell, NY · 1d

CITY News

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Victor native Jack Mancuso sears his name to fame as Chef Cuso

At the intersection of grill recipes, food experiments and sports on just about any social media platform, one is likely to find Chef Cuso. It’s a moniker for Victor native Jack Mancuso, the face behind (and in front of) the Chef Cuso handle who makes it very clear that he is “not a chef,” even […] The post Victor native Jack Mancuso sears his name to fame as Chef Cuso appeared first on CITY Magazine. Arts. Music. Culture. .

Victor, NY · 5d