Erie Cemetery Hosts Dine Among the Departed Fundraiser
Guests gathered for a unique evening on Friday at Erie Cemetery during its annual "Dine Among the Departed" fundraiser, an event dedicated to preserving one of the region's most historic landmarks. The evening gave attendees the rare opportunity to tour the recently renovated Scott Mausoleum, which was opened to the...
Dunkirk City Schools Celebrate First Kindergarteners in School 5 Dual Language Program
This weekend will be a celebratory one for graduating high school seniors across Chautauqua County. In the Dunkirk City School District, it's also a celebration of its first kindergarten cohort for School 5's Two-Way Dual Language Program. District officials say the group of students began the year with different langu
Man Found Passed Out at Jamestown-Area Cemetery Charged with Public Lewdness
A man from Erie, Pennsylvania faces a charge of public lewdness following an investigation into an incident in the Jamestown area last week. Ellicott Town Police were called to a cemetery on West Oak Hill Road during the evening of June 19th to check the well-being of a person who was passed out behind the wheel of a v
The Jays Take Final Bow After 67 Years of Entertaining
After nearly seven decades of entertaining audiences across the Erie region, The Jays performed their final show Friday night, bringing an end to their musical career. Known throughout the years by names including The Graduates, The Upper Classmen, The Four Jays, the beloved group spent 67 years performing on local sta
Be a Tourist: Events around town June 26-28
Glow Wild at the Erie Zoo Glow Wild is back, brighter and wilder than ever! From April 30 to July 5, join the Erie Zoo every Thursday through Sunday to marvel at stunning, handcrafted lanterns inspired by your favorite zoo animals. Bring your family, friends, or someone special to see the Erie Zoo in a whole […]
Bowen and Associates Opens New Studio in Downtown Erie
A Cleveland-based design firm is expanding its footprint into northwest Pennsylvania with the opening of a new studio in downtown Erie. Bowen and Associates has officially cut the ribbon on its new location inside Modern Tool Square, marking the company’s first dedicated presence in the Erie market. The employee-owned
$3M investment in northwest Pa. senior community centers unveiled
Pennsylvania Department of Aging Secretary Jason Kavulich visited Erie County to announce a $3 million investment in the state’s Senior Community Center grant program, with several local facilities receiving funding for improvements and services. The funding includes $2 million in competitive grants for larger projects
Erie Sees Manufacturing Growth with Amatech Plant Expansion
A major expansion for a long-time Erie manufacturer. Amatech officially opened a large addition to its Grimm Drive facility today, and company leaders say the investment is about keeping Erie’s economy strong and competitive. Amatech officially opened its newly expanded main facility — the company designs and manufactu
Free lead screening event coming to Erie
(WJET/WFXP) — A free public health screening will take place in Erie next week. The Erie County Department of Health will host a free dental clinic and lead screening event on Tuesday, June 30. The event will be held at the Erie Center for Arts and Technology, 650 East Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 […]
Man dies after tractor falls into Amity Twp. ravine
One man has died after a tractor rollover accident in Amity Township on Friday afternoon. This happened in the 8400 block of Haskell Hill Road just before noon. Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook told us the tractor pulling a trailer went over a ravine, killing the victim instantly. The victim’s name has not yet been […]
