PennDOT Lifts Speed Reduction on Interstates in Erie
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has lifted the temporary speed limit reduction on Interstate 90 in Erie County. However, motorists are still urged to avoid unnecessary travel as winter weather continues to impact road conditions. Drivers who must travel will encounter reduced speed limits of...
Lake Shore, Fairview VFD merge after years of planning
On the first of the year, the Lake Shore and Fairview volunteer fire departments officially joined forces, becoming one department. After several years of planning and coordinating, the two have formed a new department called the Fairview Lake Shore Fire Department. Both fire stations will keep their location and...
Erie Art Museum Refuses to Return ‘Abandoned’ Painting to Daughter of Late Local Artist
The Erie Art Museum has responded to a lawsuit filed on Nov. 7, 2025, by the daughter of a local artist, requesting the return of a watercolor painted by her late father. The artist, George C. Demiel, submitted the painting to be included in an annual juried show in 1966 at the museum, which was then known as the Art...
Measurable snowfall possible in Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA — A winter weather advisory and a lake effect snow warning remained in effect Friday afternoon and evening for parts of northwestern Pennsylvania, with additional snowfall expected to impact travel, according to the National Weather Service. In Crawford County, including the cities of Meadville and...
Kick Cabin Fever Indoor Triathlon Returns Feb. 28
The community event is being planned by the Suicide Prevention Alliance of Chautauqua County and will be held at the Chautauqua Health & Fitness inside the Turner Community Center in Chautauqua. Participants will be able to shake off the winter blues and get moving with three indoor events under one...
Preliminary hearing delayed for PA Parole agent accused in Woodard case
The preliminary hearing for Kevin Seelinger, a parole agent who was charged with killing Marchello Woodard last July, has been postponed. According to the Erie Times News, Erie County District Attorney Elizabeth Hirz requested the delay. The hearing is now scheduled to take place on January 21, after it had...
Local Families Find Extra Reason to Celebrate New Year
Little Amaya Becerra was born at 5:30 a.m. on New Year’s Day to proud parents, Rachel Burnett and Edgar Becerra. She was born weighing 6 pounds 15 ounces. Baby Hayden Clark was also born on the holiday at 5:46 p.m. to proud parents Lauren and Brian Clark of Edinboro.
PennDOT: Speed Limit Normalizes After Winter Storm
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has lifted temporary speed limit restrictions on all interstates in Erie County following a winter storm that impacted the region. Speeds, which had been reduced to 45 mph, are now restored to their usual posted limits. PennDOT crews continue treating roadways...
$300,000 In Economic Growth Funds Available To Organizations
The Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth is making $300,000 available for qualifying economic development projects through its rebranded Economic Growth Fund. Municipalities, nonprofits, academic institutions, economic development organizations, and community organizations in Chautauqua County are...
Local stylist breaks down 2026 fashion trends
If you’re wondering what to add to your wardrobe or what to shop from your closet, look no further. We asked the experts to see what fashion trends are predicted to take off in 2026. Personal stylist Lizette Hendricks gave us her expertise on what trends we can expect this year. She said relaxed clothing […]
