NEWSLETTER
A New Canandaigua Tradition for Fun
Canandaigua, NY (July 31, 2025) — A brand-new attraction is making its debut in the Finger Lakes this summer. Roseland Mini Golf will officially open to the public on Friday, August 1st, offering 18 holes of classic mini golf fun, located at 250 Eastern Blvd in Canandaigua.
Jul 29, 2025
Project To Enhance Passenger Experience and Pave Way for a World-Class Travel Hub in Central New York
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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that work has been completed on a project to enhance the passenger experience at Syracuse Hancock International Airport, creating a world-class travel hub that will benefit the entire Central New York region.
Jul 25, 2025
Governor Hochul today announced a $10 million grant to the Albany Convention Center Authority (ACCA) in support of the expansion of the Albany Capital Center (ACC) to continue its mission to be the premier event and meeting destination in the Capital Region. Since opening its doors in 2017, the ACC has hosted more than 1,100 events which attracted more than 630,000 visitors to the capital city, generating nearly $100 million in total new visitor spending and adding over 133,000 hotel room nights in the Capital Region.
Orange County, N.Y. (July 25, 2025) – Orange County’s attractions, craft beverage spots, and scenic landscapes draw visitors from across the region and beyond. Now, with a new partnership with Wheel the World, Orange County Tourism & Film is working to ensure people of all abilities can experience everything the county has to offer—from outdoor adventures to local food and family-friendly activities.
Site Improvements Include Expanded Waterfront Activities and the New Perro & Poni Restaurant Coming Soon
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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the grand opening of the $11 million Wilkeson Pointe improvements project with “Perro & Poni” restaurant coming soon at Buffalo’s Outer Harbor. Working within an approximate seven-acre site, the area between water’s edge at Wilkeson Pointe and the nearby Fuhrmann Boulevard entrance underwent a renovation to expand access to the waterfront site and enhance the visitor experience. A new restaurant, operated by the team behind South Buffalo’s popular Dog & Pony Saloon, is coming soon with a relaxing beer garden, featuring sand seating areas as well as a patio deck and gorgeous views of the water.
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First Winter/Spring Edition to be Released December 2025
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Sullivan County, NY (July 16, 2025) – The Sullivan Catskills Visitors Association (SCVA) is excited to announce the upcoming release of its brand-new, biannual Sullivan Catskills Visitor Guide, a dynamic seasonal publication that highlights the best of the region throughout the year. The guide will be issued twice annually, with Winter/Spring and Summer/Fall editions tailored to express the beauty of the entire county, its seasonal attractions and traveler's interests.
Jul 09, 2025
Acquisition of 900 Acres Permanently Protects Critical Catskill Forest Preserve Habitat and Water Quality and Supports Governor’s ‘30x30’ Initiative
Blue Hole Safety Upgrades Improve Visitor Experience and Promote Sustainable Use of Natural Resources
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced two milestones that will both enhance recreational access for New Yorkers and ensure long-term protections in unique and ecologically important locations in the Catskill Forest Preserve. New York State acquired 900 acres in Ulster County that form the largest addition to the Catskill Forest Preserve since 2011 and will help ensure the long-term protection of drinking water in the Ashokan Reservoir watershed. In addition, expansive upgrades at the Peekamoose Blue Hole are now complete, helping enhance safety and accessibility to the popular attraction in the town of Denning, Ulster County.
Multi-Million Dollar Project Creates 12 New Full-time Jobs, Retains 55 Existing Employees
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Empire State Development (ESD) announced the grand reopening of the historic White Inn located at 52 E. Main Street in the Village of Fredonia. The White Inn dates to 1868 and retains much of the architectural integrity that makes it iconic in the region. The multi-million-dollar project restored the previously vacant building into a full service upper-scale hotel with 24-rooms, lounge, entertainment, and event space. The goal of the project was to bring guests the modern amenities of an upscale stay, while preserving the Victorian Era charm that the original White Inn became known for over more than a century ago.
Jul 01, 2025
Plattsburgh, N.Y. – The Clinton County Historical Association is the recipient of a 2025 Champlain Valley National Heritage Partnership Making of Nations Interpretive Theme Grant. The $9,000 award is for “the creation of the “Witness Tree at Union Road Traveling Exhibition,” which features commissioned ceramic art by Natasha Smoke Santiago based on Revolutionary War-era Haudenosaunee historical figures and material culture such as significant wampum belts.
Hammondsport, N.Y. — A town gets its character from the buildings that line its streets and the people who call it home. For decades, small towns across the country have been fading away. Though a handful, here and there, manage to preserve the traditions and charm of bygone days while still moving toward the future. One such town nestled at the southern tip of Keuka Lake has been garnering accolades for over 160 years now, yet many people are still not aware of the community’s rich history. You might expect an architect to appreciate the historical relevance of a building. Or even a neighborhood of buildings. But thanks to local architect and historic preservationist, Elise Johnson-Schmidt, the Village of Hammondsport, long celebrated for its innovation and architectural charm, has received a prestigious honor.
