SPECIAL REPORT: Sextortion Schemes on the Rise in Erie County
FBI Erie Special Agent Ryan Chrobak is noticing an alarming trend. "We're only seeing the tip of the ice burg when it comes to this stuff," said Chrobak. "This is happening across the country to thousands of individuals that we are aware of, and probably more that we are not aware of."
Julie’s Sweet Treats to Open New Location in North East
On Feb. 13 a business will be opening a new location with a Grand Opening. Julie’s Sweet Treats new location will be at 6 East Main St. in North East. The event will take place from 11 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. The community has been invited to join the...
A Special Mass with Bishop Persico
On Jan. 29, 2026, a special Mass was held at Saint Peter’s Cathedral in celebration of Catholic Schools Week. Students, faculty, and staff of Cathedral Preparatory School gathered to honor Bishop Persico. As Mass began, the atmosphere was filled with a sense of reverence and gratitude. Bishop Persico, who...
New Chipotle Location Set to Open in Erie
Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced its new location at 5000 West Ridge Road is set to open Feb. 10. This new location will offer the brand’s signature Chipotlane, a drive-thru pick-up that will allow guests to pick up digital orders. The restaurant will be open every day from 10:45...
Fire Displaces Multiple Residents on East 23rd Street
A fire that occurred earlier this evening has left multiple people displaced and had killed one dog. Crews responded to the fire around 3 p.m. The fire began on the second floor of 412 East 23rd and spread to the attic area. The fire continued to spread next door to 408 East 23rd where residents had already been...
Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Western New York as Snow and Strong Winds Expected
(WNY News Now) – The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for much of Western New York, warning of accumulating snow, gusty winds, and hazardous travel conditions through Saturday evening. The advisory was issued at 12:44 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5, and remains in...
Detroit man convicted for March 2025 shooting in City of Erie
(WJET/WFXP)– The Detroit man accused of firing several rounds into an occupied car on the city’s east side in March 2025 has been found guilty by an Erie County jury. The Erie County District Attorney’s Office announced 52-year-old Aaron Thomas of Detroit, Michigan, was convicted of attempted homicide, aggravated...
Northern Ohio Weather Alert: 2 to 5 Inches of Snow and Blowing Snow Through...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Cleveland, Ohio – Drivers across northeast Ohio and northwest Pennsylvania should prepare for deteriorating travel conditions Friday as snow, gusty winds, and possible snow squalls move through the region...
Otters prepared for annual kids day game
Otters head coach Kris Mallette along with forwards Michael Dec and McLean Agrette commented on the team’s approach heading into Erie’s annual kids day game Thursday at 11 am at Erie Insurance Arena against Guelph.
Extreme cold watch issued for Northwest Pa. for Saturday – dangerously cold wind chills
An extreme cold watch was released by the National Weather Service on Thursday at 1:12 a.m. valid for Saturday between 1 a.m. and noon for Northern Erie and Southern Erie as well as Crawford County. The weather service says, "Dangerously cold wind chills as low as -20 degrees to -30...
