Panama

August 16 2021

Panama Rocks: A Western NY Icon for Generations

Panama Rocks Scenic Park in Chautauqua County is the most extensive glacier-cut, ocean-quartz conglomerate in the world. Since 1885, the park has greeted visitors seeking a hiking experience among the magical rock outcroppings. As one of the top-rated destinations in the region, Panama Rocks absolutely belongs on any Upstate New York bucket list. by Chris […]

This Day In Upstate History

1844 The Town of Rosendale, New York (Ulster County) is formed by annexing portions of New Paltz and Hurley.

1976 Polaroid Corporation files a patent infringement case in U.S. District Court of Massachusetts against Kodak. Later in 1985, it was found in court that Kodak did indeed infringe on seven of Polaroid's patents, and Kodak's hand in the instant camera industry immediately ended.

2008 The fourth annual Tora-Con, an anime convention hosted at the Rochester Institute of Technology, features guests Austell "DJ Asu" Callwood, Geek Comedy Tour, Carrie Savage, and Unicorn Table.