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Upstate Brewing Company opening second location in Watkins Glen
Good news for fans of breweries in the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier: Upstate Brewing Company is expanding. The Elmira-based brewery will open a second location, this one in Watkins Glen, in a matter of ... more
Penn Yan, Watkins Glen secure crucial funding for water projects
The villages of Penn Yan and Watkins Glen in New York State have been approved for Clean Water Project Funding by the state. In total, $143 million in financial assistance was awarded for seven water ... more
New York marijuana loophole: How are sticker shops putting stress on law enforcement, communities across state?
Stores that sell stickers and "gift" its customers with marijuana, also known as "sticker stores," are operating through a loophole in New York State law. In response, law enforcement and local legislators met on Thursday ... more
Schuyler Health Foundation will benefit from Fire and Ice Celebration in Watkins Glen
The Schuyler Health Foundation will benefit from the Fire and Ice Celebration in Watkins Glen later this month. The celebration, which is held at the Watkins Glen Harbor Hotel, will feature the village transforming into ... more
Parole Board denies Watkins Glen murderer’s application again
On December 30th the New York State Parole Board denied the parole application of Joshua Horein, who is serving a life sentence for the murder of Amber Brockway in an abandoned building in the Village ... more
From State Bank to Pangea Global Teahouse: Watkins Glen restaurant serving food from all over the world
The "Pangea Global Teahouse," a new restaurant in the Schuyler County, celebrated its grand opening on January 5th. The restaurant, located at 221 North Franklin Street in Watkins Glen, serves a variety of international dishes ... more
Threat called in to Watkins Glen schools was a prank: Investigation leads to Virginia, but no state or federal charges can be filed
The threat called in to a Watkins Glen school earlier this year was part of a prank, prosecutors say. The District Attorney's Office in Schuyler County says no charges will be filed because of the ... more
Man taken to hospital after being rescued in Watkins Glen, threatening law enforcement
One person was taken to the hospital in Watkins Glen after a disturbance in a wooded area. Deputies and EMS personnel responded to an area of South Franklin and Fairgrounds streets for a person in ... more
Six people plead not guilty in Yates County Court over sticker shop, marijuana gifting scheme
Six people facing several felony charges in connection with a state police raid that happened in March at Fat Daddy's in the village of Penn Yan pleaded not guilty in their first court appearance since ... more
Watkins Glen man arrested after hitting child at restaurant
Police say a Watkins Glen man was arrested after striking a child in the head at a restaurant. Jeffrey Rosario, age 42, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child and harassment following an ... more
Looking ahead to Watkins Glen elections: Mayor, two trustee seats up for grabs
The village of Watkins Glen could see several new faces hold elected office next year. The Village will hold elections on March 21st, 2023. While that might seem like a long ways off - locals ... more
Nutcrackers on display at Brick Tavern Museum in Watkins Glen
Colorful nutcrackers will enhance the holiday decorations at the Brick Tavern Museum this year. Watkins Glen collector Nick Crosby is sharing his enchanting treasures for an exhibit through Dec. 23. Crosby has been collecting nutcrackers ... more
Auburn, Bath, Geneva, Newark, Odessa, Watkins Glen, and Wayne get millions for major water infrastructure projects
Last week state officials announced nearly $300 million in community awards through the Water Infrastructure Improvement Grant, Intermunicipal Grant, Green Innovation Grant, and Engineering Planning Grant programs to fund projects across New York. One such ... more
Non-partisan meet the candidates night happening in Schuyler County
A non-partisan Meet the Candidates Night for candidates on November ballots in Schuyler County will be presented by the Watkins Review & Express on Monday, October 24th. The event will be at the Watkins Glen ... more
Village Lofts in Watkins Glen will open next week
The Schuyler County Partnership (SCOPED), the Watkins Glen Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) Local Planning Committee, The Krog Group and Hart Hotels Inc. have announced the official opening of Village Lofts at Watkins Glen, 30 N ... more
Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce announces ribbon cutting for Oak & Stone
The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce is holding a ribbon cutting for Oak & Stone: A gift shop by Staving Artist Woodwork, that will take place on Tuesday, September 27 from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at ... more
NASCAR, Xfinity races returning to Watkins Glen International in 2023
NASCAR is returning to Watkins Glen International in 2023. The series schedule was released on Wednesday, and Go Bowling at the Glen is happening Sunday, August 20, 2023. "There was an unbelievable energy and buzz ... more
3rd annual Schuyler County Farm Tour Weekend happening September 24-25
Nine Schuyler County farms are opening their doors to the public this month for tours, tastings, hayrides, demonstrations, apple picking and more. The 3rd Annual Schuyler County Farm Tour Weekend will occur on September 24 ... more
Watkins Glen Grand Prix Festival ready to roll on September 9
Hundreds of Mustangs and other classic cars will "return to the streets" of Watkins Glen, NY on Friday, September 9, to run in the annual Watkins Glen Grand Prix Festival! The Grand Prix Festival celebrates ... more
