Hello Erie Snapshot of the Day
Today's Hello Erie Snapshot of the Day, brought to you by Dee Caruana, featured a scenic photo submitted by Jacob Portenier. According to his submission, the photo was taken at State Game Lands 218 in Wattsburg during a walk with his daughter, Emily. Portenier said the pair enjoy spending time on the trails and appreci
Wet Roadway Leads to Rollover Crash in I-80 Work Zone in Union Township
UNION TWP., Pa. (EYT) —Pennsylvania State Police say a driver escaped injury late last month following a rollover crash in a work zone along Interstate 80 in Clearfield County. According to a report released September 10 by Pennsylvania State Police in DuBois, the single-vehicle crash occurred at 6:05 p.m....
Crime Victim Center of Erie names new executive director
(WJET/WFXP)– The Crime Victim Center (CVC) of Erie has officially named their new executive following an extensive search. The CVC announced Amy Blackman, MA, MS, as their new executive director on Monday after the sudden departure of former Executive Director Paul Lukach in May. Blackman previously served as the co-as
EMTA Reiterates E-Bike and Scooter Rules While Riding
The Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMTA) reiterated on their Facebook page that electric bikes and electric scooters are not permitted on the EMTA bike racks nor on board. The batteries often found within e-bikes and scooters that can become a fire hazard. They also reminded riders that any personal belongings...
Indoor marketplace for small businesses, Flagship Market, to open soon
A new marketplace working to support local small businesses is almost ready to open. Flagship Market is hoping to open its doors to host small businesses and vendors starting in November. The new indoor marketplace on West 12th Street is in its final stages of renovation and will soon be taking vendor applications. The
Erie Cemetery receiving donations as storm cleanup is expected to take weeks
The historic Erie Cemetery remains closed to the public after severe storms hit the city of Erie earlier this month, causing widespread property damage. High winds knocked down at least 200 trees across the grounds and damaged at least 100 headstones, according to the Erie Cemetery Association. Serving as the...
Your Money: Storm repair issues to look out for
Now, approaching two weeks since what some have labeled as the most damaging thunderstorm for Erie in the last century, many area residents are still dealing with cleanup and damage repairs. In light of these efforts, we had Bob Lafaro from the Lafaro Insurance Agency in our studio to discuss issues to watch for when [
WQLN Golf Scramble Set to Return to Whispering Woods
On September 16 WQLN will host its Third Annual Golf Scramble at Whispering Woods Golf Club. This event benefits WQLN’s continued public programming and educational outreach initiatives. The event begins at 11:30 a.m. with a buffet style lunch followed by a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Following participants can...
EMTA Benefits from Decision to Invest in CNG Powered Buses
Drivers across the country are seeing another week of record-high gas prices, including here in Pennsylvania and Erie. According to AAA, the national average price for a gallon of gas is $4.31, up sixteen cents from last week. In Pennsylvania, the average is $4.49 per gallon, a nineteen- cent increase. Here in Erie, dr
Three Arrests Reported in Separate Venango, Forest County Incidents
FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — State police recently released reports involving a domestic incident in Pleasantville, a suspected DUI in Cranberry Township, and a drug arrest in Forest County. Pleasantville Woman Charged Following Domestic Incident. A 44-year-old Pleasantville woman is facing charges following a domestic incide

















