North East High School student accepted into Drum Corps International
A North East High School student is taking his talents to the national stage, earning a spot in one of the country’s top drum corps programs. Gabriel Sweat, a student at North East High School, has officially made Drum Corps International, better known as DCI. DCI is known for its elite level of competition, featuring […]
Southern Tier suggestion: to convert closed state prisons into homeless shelters
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — In the Southern Tier some community leaders are speaking up about their concerns with the homeless population and proper shelter facilities for them. So some state lawmakers feel they might have a partial solution with the use of state properties, which are now just sitting vacant.
You Have To Drive Deep Into Small Town New York To Find The State’s...
There’s a special kind of restaurant that exists in the forgotten corners of America, the places where GPS signals get confused and cell phone service becomes a suggestion rather than a guarantee. Meeder’s in Ripley, New York is exactly that kind of place, sitting quietly along Lake Erie’s shore...
🚚 Multiple Erie County Transportation Jobs Paying Up to $95K+
Erie County’s transportation scene is rolling strong this month, with solid openings for drivers and mechanics. Whether you’re after steady miles, flexible hours, or hands-on shop work, there’s something here for you.
‘We’re in a good place’ — Bayfront Parkway project reaches major milestone
The Bayfront Parkway construction has reached a major milestone in the project. Contractors could be seen on site on Tuesday, setting beams, which are the framework of what will hold the bridges. There are 41 beams that will be set at the State Street intersection, a part of the main bridge and the ramps that […]
New Edison Elementary School Ready for Students
Teachers Get New Edison Elementary Building Ready for First Day with Students. Students will get to go to school in the new Edison Elementary for the first time on Wednesday. On Tuesday teachers had a chance to settle into their bright, new, well-equipped classrooms to prepare for the first day.
EPD officer involved in fatal crash acquitted of careless driving citation
(WJET/WFXP)– The Erie police officer involved in a fatal crash that also injured a nearby pedestrian in September 2025 has been found not guilty of careless driving resulting in accidental death. According to online court documents, Officer Shawn Stafford appeared before Judge Lisa Frerrick for a summary trial on Tuesday for careless driving causing unintentional […]
Erie Residents Invited to License to Carry Firearm Event
The Erie County Sheriff’s Office will be hosting a License to Carry Firearm Satellite Event on April 21 from 5:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. This event is geared towards residents located in the western part of Erie County and is open to new and returning applicants at the Lake City Police Department.
Hanover Woman Arrested on Aggravated Harassment and Drug Charges
(WNY News Now) – Hanover, NY – A 45-year-old Hanover resident was arrested Saturday following an aggravated harassment complaint in the Town of Charlotte. Chautauqua County Deputies responded at approximately 11:45 a.m. on April 4 to a report of aggravated harassment. After conducting an investigation, Christine L. Gard was taken into custody and charged with Aggravated Harassment in the Second Degree.
Nothing Bundt Gratitude Giveaway: Jasmine Lyons
The Cake of Greatness segment showcases first responders and essential workers to thank them for all the good they do for our community. This month, we are focusing on Jasmine Lyons, a nursing student who also works at UPMC Hamot. Do you know a firefighter, EMT, police officer or health care hero who goes above […]















