Lunch Break Live: Craig Flint enjoys a meal from the E Dogg’s Hot Dogs...
We’re introducing a new segment we’re calling Lunch Break Live! Every week, we’ll be hitting your favorite lunch spots on our lunch break to see how you’re spending yours. This week, we found meteorologist Craig Flint at the E Dogg’s Hot Dogs food truck at the Gathering at Chaffee’s in Girard.
Two New Signature Burgers at Bro Man’s Benefiting Make-A-Wish
What began as a local collaboration has grown into a larger community movement focused on supporting businesses, celebrating personalities, and giving back to children and families through Make-A-Wish. Following the launch of the TayJer Cone and TayJer Shake at Denny’s Ice Cream Stand, Bro Man’s has officially joined t
B.E.S.T. to Host National Night Out at The Orchard
The Bayfront Eastside Taskforce (B.E.S.T.) is inviting residents to come together for its annual National Night Out celebration, a community-focused event designed to strengthen neighborhood connections and promote a brighter future for the Eastside. The event will take place on August 4, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The..
The Gathering at Chaffee’s returns for 46th year of music, community fun
An annual music festival in Girard returned for its 46th year Friday. For two days and two nights, The Gathering at Chafee’s brings people together through music, community and tradition, with proceeds going back into the community to local charities. What started as a backyard party decades ago has transformed into wh
Celebrate 31 Years of Rhythm at the 2026 Erie Blues and Jazz Festival
For 31 years, the Erie Blues and Jazz Festival (a perennial winner of Best Music Festival in our Best of Erie awards) has transformed Frontier Park into a hub for music, the arts, and community. Returning Saturday, Aug. 1, and Sunday, Aug. 2, the Festival once again invites audiences to enjoy an eclectic mix of blues,
Verizon Retailer to Host Backpack Giveaway in Erie and Warren
Families preparing for the upcoming school year will have an opportunity to receive free school supplies this weekend as Round Room, LLC, a Verizon authorized retailer, hosts its annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway. Now in its 14th year, the nationwide event will distribute an estimated $3 million worth of free...
Cyclosporiasis cases surge in Erie County
Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne illness caused by a microscopic parasite, with symptoms including severe watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, fatigue and loss of appetite. Officials say the illness is commonly linked to contaminated fresh fruits and vegetables, including lettuce, basil, cilantro, raspberries, and peas. So fa
Multiple cars, motorcycles involved in West 12th, Myrtle Street accident
We have an update on a multi-vehicle crash last night at the crossroads of West 12th and Myrtle Streets. Erie police said a man driving the semi-truck, which they say caused the crash, was taken into custody last night at the scene for suspicion of driving under the influence. Police said the driver originally tried […
Wilkes-Barre woman charged for alleged role in Mountain Top burglary
FAIRVIEW TWP. — Surveillance cameras, including a Flock camera, resulted in the arrest of a Wilkes-Barre woman for her alleged role in r
Firefighters make quick work of East Avenue garage fire
Erie firefighters responded to a house fire around 11:30 Friday morning in the 2300 block of East Avenue. The fire occurred between East 23rd and East 24th Street, where a pile of rubbish was burning before it spread to the garage. Officials said the fire was contained to the garage area, and no one was […]
