Chinatown maniac was placed in drug program to reduce 90% of prior prison sentence...
The maniac charged with bludgeoning his elderly mom to death in Chinatown just before Christmas – possibly with a skateboard – had been placed in a drug program that allowed him to shave off almost 90% of his prison sentence despite multiple prior arrests and schizophrenia, The Post has learned. China-born Wei Hou...
Track and Field Star Trevor Hitchcock Named to Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame
A three-sport all-star in high school, an All-American in college and a respected coach and official -- those impressive credentials led to a place in the Chautauqua Sports Hall of Fame's Wall of Honor for 2026 inductee Trevor Hitchcock. A 1991 graduate of Falconer Central School, Hitchcock excelled in three...
The Firecracker Shrimp At This Charming Restaurant In Pennsylvania Is Out-Of-This-World Delicious
There’s a special kind of magic that happens when someone figures out how to make shrimp taste like a flavor explosion without actually causing any casualties. The Cork 1794 in Erie has mastered this delicate art with their firecracker shrimp, a dish that’s become the culinary equivalent of a standing ovation.
Erie County IT employees accused of stealing county graphics cards
Two members of the Erie County Information Technology Department will be facing charges. According to the Erie County District Attorney, Director of County IT Jeff Cudicio is charged with multiple counts of theft by unlawful taking and other charges. The county library IT supervisor, Nichols Reynolds, is charged with...
The Challenges that Come with Rural Healthcare
Imagine someone need to see a doctor, but the only way to get there is to drive for miles and wait for hours to be seen. That's a reality for many people living in rural areas, but hospitals like LECOM’s Corry Memorial Hospital help ease that burden. Tim McGahen,...
Fresh snow sparks surge in visitors at Peek’n Peak ski resort
Peek’n Peak Ski Resort has experienced a surge in visitors following two feet of fresh snow that fell in the region last week, greatly enhancing conditions for winter sports.
Two Injured in Snowmobile Accidents in Town of Chautauqua
Two people were hospitalized following separate snowmobile accidents in the Town of Chautauqua on Saturday. According to the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office, the first one occurred shortly after 4:30 PM in the area of McKay Road. An unidentified male was transported by North Lake Fire to the Hamot Medical Center...
Local 4-H Member Chosen for Statewide Livestock Ambassador Program
A 10-year member of Chautauqua County 4-H was recently accepted into the New York State 4-H Youth Livestock Ambassador Program. Abby Carlberg was one of only 10 statewide candidates chosen for the program that's designed to introduce participants to the many career paths available in livestock, from animal genetics...
3-Point Barrage Continues as Eisenhower Claims Thomas Barringer Holiday Tournament Title
ERIE, Pa. – For the second straight night, Eisenhower drilled 16 3-pointers, this time leading the Knights to an 82-59 win over Erie First Christian for the Thomas Barringer Holiday Tournament title. The Knights hit 16 3-pointers in their opening-round win over North East on Friday. Eisenhower outscored Erie...
WNY man arrested after Christmas Eve armed standoff with police
WESTFIELD, N.Y. — Police arrested a Westfield man on Christmas Eve after a reported domestic dispute escalated into what police called an armed confrontation with officers. The sequence of events began around 7:25 p.m. on Dec. 24 at a Route 20 residence, according to the Westfield Police Department. During the...
