Erie City Council moves to give Spencer House historic designation
An iconic building on Millionaires’ Row in Erie is one step closer to officially having historic status. The property in question is the former William and Mary Spencer House at 519 West 6th Street. On Wednesday night, Erie City Council approved the next step in giving the house a historic designation. The resolution d
‘Very Unhealthy’ air quality index raises health concerns
Wildfire smoke from hundreds of miles away drifting into Erie is doing more than creating hazy skies; it’s raising health concerns across the region. For Thursday’s air quality, the Department of Environmental Protection issued a Code Purple for the Northwest PA region. Thursday’s air quality index hit levels above 200
Erie Zoo closed Thursday over air quality concerns
An Erie attraction announced it is closed for the day due to the current air quality report. The Erie Zoo posted on their Facebook that they will be closed Thursday due to health and safety concerns for the animals, staff, and guests. The post goes on to say they will continue to monitor the situation […]
Code Purple Air Quality alert issued for all of PA Friday
(WJET/WFXP)– The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a Code Purple on Thursday for several western Pennsylvania counties and all of the commonwealth on Friday. All of Pennsylvania will be under a Code Purple Air Quality Alert for Friday, July 17, according to the DEP. They’re encouragin
County Encouraging Public Input on Proposed Lakes Connector Trail
The Chautauqua County Department of Planning and Development (CCDPD) will host a public information meeting to gather community input on the proposed Chautauqua to Erie -- Lakes Connector Trail Study and recommended trail alignment. The meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 21st from 6:00-7:30 PM at Eason Hall in We
Edinboro Native Referees 2026 FIFA World Cup Semi-Final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is nearly complete following Wednesday's second semi-final between E…
Update on Baby Abandoned
Newborn Baby Found Abandoned in East Erie Yard; Police Searching for Answers. Erie police are investigating after a newborn baby boy was found abandoned overnight in a yard on East 29th Street. The infant was discovered near the front steps, still with the umbilical cord attached, indicating he was born within hours of
Air Quality Advisory Meets Music at Presque Isle
Air Quality Advisory Doesn't Keep Crowds Away From UPMC Sunset Music Series at Presque Isle. Despite a Code Red Air Quality Advisory, the UPMC Sunset Music Series at Presque Isle State Park continued as planned, drawing visitors to Beach 1 for live music along Lake Erie's waterfront.
Poor Air Quality Closes Erie Zoo, Recreation Sites, Pools and Food Distributions
Several Erie-area attractions, recreation facilities and food distributions are closed Thursday because of poor air quality. The Erie Zoo is closed July 16 because of health and safety concerns for its animals, staff and guests. All four City of Erie Parks and Recreation sites are also closed for the day....
Caring Place Celebrates 25 Years
Since opening its doors 25 years ago, the Highmark Caring Place has provided support to children, teens, and families coping with the loss of a loved one.
