Sound Stage: Jon Lamanna

Local musician Jon Lamanna joins ARC Rochester for another exciting edition of Sound Stage. With over 20 years of experience, Lamanna is known for his emotional rock performances and his debut single, "Burnin' Up." Now he plays acoustic covers at Rochester breweries. Lamanna takes center stage at Star Cider, 6 p.m. Friday, October 30 in Canandaigua.

They're Putting the Johnson City Arch Back Together Again

The century-old Square Deal Arch at the Binghamton city line is finally returning after a major restoration project.

Corning Museum of Glass to hold final Great Glass Pumpkin demonstration

The Corning Museum of Glass is wrapping up its Great Glass Pumpkin Experiment with one final live demonstration Saturday. Glassmaker Diego Loera and fellow members of the museum’s Hot Glass Team will create a one-of-a-kind piece designed by Loera. The demonstration runs from 10 to 11:30 Saturday morning in...

Four New WALL\THERAPY and Roc Paint Division Murals Bring Art and Community to the Finger Lakes

Four new murals in Canandaigua, Rochester, and Albion add color to the region while celebrating nature, music, community, and human connection. Created through WALL\THERAPY and Roc Paint Division, the installations are part of a statewide effort to expand access to public art and strengthen local communities. The murals are supported...

Ghostly readings bring Elmira’s history to life

The Chemung County Historical Society hosted Ghostly Readings, sharing stories about real people from Elmira’s past. The event follows the society’s annual ghost walk at Woodlawn Cemetery, bringing local history to life through research, storytelling and the complicated lives of historical figures.

1890 House Museum highlighted in Forbes national Halloween happenings list

CORTLAND, NY (607NewsNow) — The 1890 House Museum has received national recognition as a spooky pastime for the Halloween season. The list created by Forbes gives readers a few ideas for Halloween related activities in each state. This year, the 1890 House Museum has been listed as a spooky, historical destination worth visiting, citing the museum’s spot in the Haunted History Trail of New York State.

CREATIVES: Poetry and Power: Student Voices on Democracy, hosted by Clara Matton- 11/3 & 11/7

Hear democracy through the voices of the next generation. In this Creatives episode, 8th graders from Boynton Middle School read original poems that explore what democracy means to them. From powerful reflections to hopeful visions for the future, these student voices remind us that every voice matters. Join host Clara...

Neil deGrasse Tyson will be featured speaker at Corning event in April

Renowned astrophysicist, author, and science communicator Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson is coming to Corning. Tyson will be the featured speaker at the 2027 Walter R. Smith Visiting Scholar Series at the Corning Museum of Glass. The event, which brings world-class thinkers, leaders, and innovators to engage students and community members in meaningful dialogue, will be held at 7 p.m. April 30 at the CMoG auditorium. Admission is free and open to the public on a first-come, first-served basis. “Bringing Tyson to our region is an extraordinary opportunity to explore the big questions that shape our understanding of the universe, and we are especially grateful to Corning Incorporated for helping make this event possible,” said Dr. Terence Finley, President of SUNY Corning Community College. “At SUNY CCC, we believe where you start matters, and we are committed to creating experiences that broaden perspectives and open doors for our students and community." Finley said CCC is proud to welcome Tyson through the Walter R. Smith Visiting Scholar Series to share the wonder and possibility that define the Corning Community College spirit. “Corning Incorporated is thrilled to co-sponsor the Walter R. Smith Visiting Scholar Series and welcome Tyson to the Southern Tier,” said

Sound Stage: Jon Lamanna

Local musician Jon Lamanna joins ARC Rochester for another exciting edition of Sound Stage. With over 20 years of experience, Lamanna is known for his emotional rock performances and his debut single, "Burnin' Up." Now he plays acoustic covers at Rochester breweries. Lamanna takes center stage at Star Cider, 6 p.m. Friday, October 30 in Canandaigua.

Empire Brick Con: Through the Looking-Glass… Museum

One of the first articles I ever wrote for BrickNerd was about my efforts to cultivate a local MOC building community in my current hometown of Louisville, KY (USA). Having just returned from Empire Brick Con, held in another hometown of my youth (Corning, NY), I’m inspired to write once again.

Mastodon Remains Found Near Binghamton Surprise Local History Fans

Historic records show mastodon remains were discovered in Lisle, giving Broome County a fascinating Ice Age story.

A fine fall day for the 10th Annual Rathbone Fall Festival

Hayrides, a car show, and many vendors on a beautiful bluebird day in southern Steuben County. It was a cold start to the Rathbone Fall Festival Saturday, October 24th at 10:00 am, but it eventually warmed up into the 60’s this fine fall day. I had two of my youngest grandchildren with me, Ronnie & Elizabeth, there with me to enjoy our hometown event. There was a good crowd that came out to join in the fun. Always a favorite of many are the hayrides. Scott Clark comes out faithfully each year to pull the hay wagon along through the streets of Rathbone loaded with happy riders.

Groton’s first Festival of Lights is about to unfold

For many years now, the Groton Fire Department has sponsored Groton’s annual tree-lighting ceremony and the arrival of Santa and Mrs. Claus. This year, the event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 5, but a whole new dimension of the celebration has been in the making for months. Many...

“Wildwood”: Enjoy Handmade Art Before It’s Gone for Good

Deep in the impassable wilderness around Portland, Oregon, there’s magic at work. Magic that you can’t see, can’t taste, and can’t smell, because ordinary humans — usually — cannot trespass in those woods. But when a swarm of crows steals baby Mac (Arthur Knight), his older sister Prue (Peyton Elizabeth Lee) ventures into the forest to bring him back.

Phil Collins docu-concert to be “In the Air” at Forum

BINGHAMTON, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – If mentions the songs “In the Air Tonight”, “You’ll Be In My Heart”, and “Invisible Touch” what comes to mind? If you thought Phil Collins, then you are right as a docu-concert exploring the legendary musician’s career is coming to the Forum Theatre. This Tuesday the Phil Collins Experience will be […]

Mountaineer Brass Band to perform for Veterans Day

BATH, N.Y. (WETM) – According to a release from Commonwealth University – Mansfield (CU-Mansfield), the Mountaineer Brass Band (MBB) is set to perform on Veterans Day. On Wednesday, November 11, at 1 p.m., the ensemble will perform as well as other groups for Veterans and others in the Bath VA Hospital Auditorium. The auditorium is […]

Joe Veres' 10.26.26 Late Night Forecast

100 Years Ago: October 26, 2026

100 Years Ago is brought to you by AVRE. 100 years ago today, construction of the Recreation Park skating rink was completed today and is ready to be flooded with water as soon as the temperature is low enough to transform it into a sheet of ice. The old cancertorium...

Trunk or Treat a big success for downtown Hornell!!

From Hornell Partners For Growth, Follow HPG on Facebook. Thank you everyone who came out and set up for Trunk or Treat, the High School Seniors who came out to help and to Aaron from the city for getting the barriers out for us,. To all the families who joined...