12 News Analyst Steven O’Donnell on the person of interest being released
Steven O'Donnell joined 12 News This Morning to discuss the latest developments in the Brown University shooting.
PennWest Holds Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremonies Across Three Campuses
CALIFORNIA, Pa. (EYT) — Pennsylvania Western University celebrated the achievements of its fall 2025 graduating class during coordinated commencement ceremonies held Saturday at its Clarion, California and Edinboro campuses. According to PennWest, nearly 900 students from its in-person and online programs were...
Local library kicks off Blizzard of Books winter challenge
(WJET/WFXP) – A local library is running a winter reading challenge for the next month. The Erie County Public Library is hosting the Blizzard of Books, which runs from now through Saturday, Jan. 17. Participants must complete six activities, such as reading a book at the library, reading for 20 minutes or borrowing...
Barber Institute holiday dance event builds connection for all
Laughter, music and holiday cheer filled the Bayfront Convention Center on Sunday as the Barber National Institute hosted its annual Christmas dance for adults with intellectual disabilities. “I’m having a ball tonight,” said one attendee. The event had more than 280 adults with disabilities and their families get...
Second Harvest’s Produce Express canceled due to weather
A local nonprofit’s event has been cancelled due to the weather. The Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania’s Produce Express has been cancelled. The event was supposed to take place today, Monday, Dec. 15 at the Zem Zem Shrine Club. For more information on the Second Harvest Food Bank and its programs,...
Wendel Says Some Municipalities, School Districts Have Shown Interest in Government Reduction Funding
There have been about a half-dozen municipalities, along with some school districts, in Chautauqua County thus far expressing interest in the county's updated Government Reduction Initiative that's set to launch in early 2026. That from County Executive P.J. Wendel, who says about half of the county's town...
Erie County Secures $3M for Local Initiatives and Projects
Erie County is getting a $3 Million boost for community projects. The Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) announced tax credit awards through the Neighborhood Assistance Program. These funds will support food distribution, housing, job training, youth programs, and more. Local...
HEAP’s Heating Equipment and Replacement Benefit Reopened For Older Homeowners
The reopening follows OTDA’s announcement earlier this fall that the benefit was temporarily paused. With funding now restored, HERR is once again available though with temporary changes. Due to limited statewide resources, HERR benefits are being offered only to homeowners aged 60 or older. Applicants must own and...
Speed limits restored, restrictions lifted on NWPA interstates Monday
(WJET/WFXP)– PennDOT has restored the speed limits to all interstates in Erie County and northwestern Pennsylvania after being lowered on Sunday due to winter weather in the area. PennDOT said the speed limits are back to normal and right lane restrictions have been lifted on Interstates 90, 79 and 86. They also said...
Union Township approves 2026 budget with steady tax rate
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