Dundee's Apple Fest a hit!
The second annual Apple Fest was held Saturday, Sept. 20 at Dundee's Seneca Street Park.
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Raising a Glass Together: New York Wines and the 'Come Over October' Movement
The New York Wine & Grape Foundation (NYWGF) is once again proud to join Come Over October (COO)—a global movement that celebrates wine's true purpose: bringing people together. Founded by Karen MacNeil, Gino Colangelo, and Kimberly Noelle Charles, Come Over October encourages people everywhere to open their doors and their bottles, inviting family, friends, and neighbors to gather over wine throughout the month of October.
PAGES PAST 1925: KKK to Hold Field Days in Penn Yan
The Chronicle-Express: Consolidation, January 1, 1926, of the Yates County Chronicle (1824) and the Penn Yan Express (1866); the Rushville Chronicle (1905) and the Gorham New Age (1902) The Yates County History Center's volunteers have gleaned these entries for your enjoyment from their digitized newspapers. You can access them at the free site www.nyshistoricnewspapers.com.
2025 PYA Athletic Hall of Fame inducted
The Penn Yan Academy Athletic Department inducted its Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2025 last Friday. The event begins with a dinner at the Academy cafeteria before the induction ceremony is held in the auditorium.
AFTER THOUGHTS A debate for the times: Kirk vs. Ingersoll
Watching the events following the recent death of Charlie Kirk, I wondered what drew so many college age students to his in-person Turning Point events, and why so many Americans hold him in such high regard. I knew very little about him other than his polarizing visits to campuses, most frequently shown in clips with unknown context.
Small grants available for community projects in Keuka/Seneca watersheds
KEUKA/SENECA LAKES -- Sustainable Finger Lakes is accepting applications for their first-ever round of Neighborhood Mini-Grants in Yates, Schuyler, and Seneca Counties. Local residents often know best what projects would improve quality of life for their neighborhoods, but some need a little help covering the costs.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, 'Outstanding success'
YATES COUNTY — The Yates County community once again came together in a remarkable display of environmental responsibility at the 2025 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, held Sept. 13 at the Yates County Fairgrounds.
'Memories' – Art Guild exhibit opens
PENN YAN -- Each year the Penn Yan Art Guild holds a members-only show at the Arts Center of Yates County. This year's show is called Memories, a celebration of all things nostalgic! Heading into the busy holiday season, take some time to reminisce while enjoying the diverse art created by the Penn Yan Art Guild members.
O'MARA: 'NY needs a dose of economic reality and fiscal common sense'
"What was made clear to us as we traveled the state and spoke to business owners, leaders and organizations is this: rather than being treated as a partner or lifted up by government, businesses feel dragged down by high costs and excessive regulation." That was the assessment of the New York State Economic Development Council (NYSEDC) upon last week's release of a critical and timely report called "Blueprint for New York – Creating a Roadmap for Change." It's the product of a long-overdue effort by NYSEDC and the Public Policy Institute, an arm of The Business Council of New York State, together with 40 associations and more than 500 business leaders statewide, including many from right here at home. Amo Houghton, former chairman and CEO of Corning Glass Works, was a founder of The Business Council of New York State in 1980.