Corning Leader

1 week ago | the-leader.com | Chris Potter

Alan Lehman has returned to Hickory Hill Camping Resort in Steuben County, New York, to manage the family business. Lehman and his wife, Andrea, are taking over operations from his parents, who previously ran the campground for four decades. Hickory Hill offers a variety of campsites and amenities, including pools, mini golf, and hiking trails. The new managers plan to continue improving the park, with upgrades like new golf carts, enhanced Wi-Fi, and themed events.

1 week ago | the-leader.com | Jeff Smith

Centerway Square named by USA TODAY as one of the nation's 10 Best Public Squares. Corning Mayor Bill Boland says Centerway Square recognition is totally deserved. Centerway Square includes a 50-foot-tall clock tower, a covered stage, handicap access, benches and cafe seating. Corning’s Centerway Square has been named one of the 10 Best Public Squares in the United States by USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. “That recognition is completely deserved,” said Corning City Mayor Bill Boland.

1 week ago | the-leader.com | Jeff Smith

Steuben County Habitat for Humanity dedicated its 40th home to Barbara Vitale and her daughter Penny. The home dedication was part of Habitat's "Home is the Key" initiative, highlighting the importance of affordable housing. The majority of the construction work was completed by volunteers, with sponsorship from Siemens-Energy.

2 weeks ago | the-leader.com | Jeff Smith

A 5K and Kids Fun Run will be held May 10 in Savona, New York to raise money for "Lillee's Pad," a splash pad honoring Lillee Rae Bronson. Lillee Rae Bronson was a Campbell-Savona first grader who passed away from bone cancer in 2022. The splash pad is being built at Savona Village Park by GST BOCES Coopers Campus SkillsUSA students. The event will include finisher medals for all participants and awards for the top male and female 5K finishers.

2 weeks ago | the-leader.com | Andrew Legare

Andrew LegareCorning's Sophie Schoonover throws to first for an out during a 16-3 win over Elmira in a Southern Tier Athletic Conference softball game April 9, 2025 at Elmira High School. Andrew Legare/Elmira Star-GazetteCorning's Sophie Schoonover is congratulated after hitting a grand slam during a 16-3 win over Elmira in STAC softball April 9, 2025 at Elmira High School.