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Watkins Glen Porchfest kicks off July 27
Watkins Glen's first-ever Porchfest is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, promising an afternoon filled with live music and community spirit, according to local organizers. Streets around 7th and North Porter will close as musicians perform ... more
Watkins Glen readies for race week activities
Race fans are gearing up for a jam-packed NASCAR weekend at Watkins Glen International, according to CNY Central. Driver John Hunter Nemechek, who has a personal history with the track, visited Syracuse to share his ... more
Caslin re-elected president of Watkins school board
The Watkins Glen School Board reappointed Keith Caslin as president and Theresa Butler as vice president during its annual meeting Monday. Both are entering their second year in these leadership roles. Newly elected members Chad ... more
Watkins Glen’s historic bridge closes for overhaul
The iconic Sentry Bridge at Watkins Glen State Park officially closed July 7 for a major $7.5 million safety upgrade, according to officials. Built in 1908, the bridge will be replaced after inspectors flagged unstable ... more
Watkins Glen farm to host vegan-friendly hoedown
A popular farm in Watkins Glen is gearing up for its annual Hoedown Weekend, offering a mix of animal encounters and plant-based food, according to WETM. Farm Sanctuary will welcome about 200 attendees from August ... more
Coloring book revival brings racing legacy to Watkins Glen classrooms
A beloved Watkins Glen tradition has returned, putting crayons in little hands and racing history on the page. The Watkins Glen Area Chamber, in partnership with Watkins Glen International (WGI), has revived the “Thunder in ... more
Watkins Glen Gorge Trail ranks among nation’s best
The Gorge Trail at Watkins Glen State Park has been named one of the top three hiking trails in the country, according to USA Today. This 2.2-mile Finger Lakes trail is famous for its dramatic ... more
Watkins Glen Chamber earns elite U.S. accreditation
The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce has received national recognition, earning a prestigious accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce that places it among the top-performing chambers in the country. The designation, which less ... more
Alumni banquet honors Bill Meehan, awards grads
Over 200 guests gathered Saturday for the 98th Watkins Glen High School Alumni Banquet, celebrating achievements past and present. According to event organizers, four 2025 graduates received a combined $7,000 in scholarships, bringing the Association’s ... more
Watkins Glen Class of 2025 celebrates graduation
Watkins Glen High School honored 63 graduates Saturday morning during its Class of 2025 Commencement in the school auditorium. According to school officials, Kendra Fish and Olivia VanSkiver delivered heartfelt valedictory and salutatory addresses emphasizing ... more
Dance and dine to support Seneca Lake on July 23
Seneca Lake Pure Waters Association is inviting supporters to a high-energy evening of music, food, and fundraising at its annual Summer Soirée on Wednesday, July 23. The event will run from 6:00 to 9:00 PM ... more
Why was FLX Summer Fest canceled at Watkins Glen?
Watkins Glen International has canceled its 2025 F.L.X. Summer Fest, originally set for July 18–20, according to organizers. The event, along with associated camping plans, was dropped despite earlier commitments, and ticket holders will be ... more
STEM students explore racing science at Watkins Glen
Local students from iCode School in Corning got an insider’s look at the technology behind professional racing during a special visit to Watkins Glen International, according to WENY. The event coincided with the Sahlen’s Six ... more
Watkins Glen unveils final $10M revitalization project
Watkins Glen celebrated the completion of its $10 million Downtown Revitalization Initiative with the opening of a fully accessible playground at Clute Park. The playground includes inclusive play equipment, ramps, and a carousel, and caps ... more
Poet Martha Deed to read in Watkins Glen
The Watkins Glen Writer’s Group will host poet Martha Deed for a reading on June 23 at the Colonial Inn & Creamery. The event begins at 7 p.m. as part of the Watkins Glen Reading ... more
Crowds flock to Watkins Glen for cardboard boat races
The 32nd Watkins Glen Waterfront Festival drew large crowds Saturday as 40 handmade cardboard boats raced through Seneca Harbor Park’s marina. Spectators lined the waterfront to cheer on the colorful creations during the beloved Cardboard ... more
New café blends comfort food and community in Watkins Glen
A new all-in-one café is energizing downtown Watkins Glen just in time for the summer crowds. According to WENY News, Central Sip officially opened June 8, offering a mix of coffee, bagels, sandwiches, and ice ... more
Julia Spahalski receives Susan B. Haeffner Sportsmanship Award
Watkins Glen High School senior Julia Spahalski was honored Friday with the 21st annual Susan B. Haeffner Schuyler County Sportsmanship Award during the school's academic and athletic awards assembly. The award, known as the “Susan ... more
Farm Sanctuary to host annual Pignic on July 5
The fields of Watkins Glen will echo with music, laughter, and pig snorts as Farm Sanctuary’s beloved Pignic event returns on Saturday, July 5. The celebration, held from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m., invites guests to ... more
