Warren State Hospital Inmate Arrested in Erie After Alleged Vehicle Theft
MILLCREEK TOWNSHIP, Pa. – A Warren State Hospital inmate was arrested in Erie County after allegedly stealing a vehicle and driving it to Millcreek Township, according to Pennsylvania State Police. According to a release from PSP-Girard, troopers were alerted at approximately 9 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, that...
Karl Peterson: New York’s Crescent Wrench King
“A self-made man is the description which best fits Karl Peterson, a manufacturer of Jamestown. He has a natural gift for mechanics and is of an inventive turn of mind, quick to grasp the possibilities in any circumstance which may arise, and equally quick to develop the new idea presented to him,” wrote John P. Downs
Between Allentown And Erie Is Pennsylvania’s Remote Forest With Mountain Views, Camping, And Fishing
Pennsylvania's vast expanse of green in the middle presents endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Between Allentown and Erie lies the remote Susquehannock State Forest, two and a half hours away from Scranton. The outdoor destination's mountain views, camping, and fishing provide an ideal weekend getaway for tra
Erie’s Juneteenth Celebration Takes Place at Perry Square Bringing Community Together
Erie came together today for a Juneteenth celebration focused on unity, culture, and to honor the holiday and learn from one another. Community filled Perry Square on Saturday as people came together to honor Juneteenth. The holiday marking June 19th, 1865, when the last enslaved Black Americans in Texas finally...
Erie Father Gives Son Ultimate Father’s Day Gift with Life-Saving Kidney Donation
ERIE, Pennsylvania — With Father's Day just a couple of days away, many families are searching for the perfect token of appreciation for the fathers in their lives. But for one family in Erie, Pennsylvania, the holiday carries a much deeper meaning after a father gave his son the ultimate gift: a second chance at life
Community Day Draws Big Crowds in Wesleyville While Honoring Those Who Serve
A big crowd turned out in Wesleyville as the Community Day Festival filled Memorial Park. Families, food, and live entertainment—along with dozens of vendors—lined the grounds throughout the day, creating a lively atmosphere for attendees. The Shadyside Band kept the energy up all afternoon with live performances for..
Chautauqua County Announces Availability of Funding for Youth Development Programs
The Chautauqua County Youth Bureau has announced the availability of funding to support programs that promote positive youth development for young people under the age of 21. The funding provided by The Office for Children and Family Services (OCFS) and administered through the Department of Mental Hygiene and Social S
Walk to Defeat A-L-S Draws Massive Crowd
The Walk to Defeat A-L-S supports research, advocacy and care services for families affected by Lou Gehrig’s Disease in Erie. Step by step, progress is being made. 250 walkers made the 0.3 mile trek around UPMC Park. Stacy Schwalbendorf walked with a heavy heart. She lost her husband Lou...
Local Businesses Unite at Gibson Park for Taste of Summer Festival
The Taste of Summer Festival returned to Gibson Park in North East today, drawing crowds to the annual community event. Families, food lovers, and dozens of small businesses joined in on the celebration, coming together for a day centered on local flavor and community connection. Vendors lined the park, offering...
Two Charged in Burglary of Building in Town of Portland
The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office has charged two people from the Finger Lakes area after an investigation into a suspicious situation in the Town of Portland early Saturday afternoon. Sheriff's deputies responded to a location on Lake Avenue shortly before 12:30 PM and learned that a door on a building was damage
