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This Erie, PA Diner Was Shipped on a Train in 1948—and Locals Still Line...

Pulling up along East Lake Road just minutes from the Lake Erie shore, the gleaming stainless-steel shell of Lawrence Park Diner catches the morning light exactly as it did mid-century. Manufactured in Paterson, New Jersey by the Silk City Diner Company in 1948, this authentic dining car was transported to...
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SeaWolves Fall to RubberDucks Despite Briceño’s Multi-Homer Game

ERIE, PA - Josue Briceño blasted his second home run of the game in the seventh inning to give the Erie SeaWolves (22-10, 58-42) a 5-4 lead, but two ninth-inning runs from the Akron RubberDucks (12-20, 47-53) proved too much to overcome in a 6-5 loss at UPMC Park on Saturday night.
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Dan Rice Days continues through Saturday

The annual Dan Rice Days is underway in Girard.  The three-day event is packed with free entertainment, crafts, food, educational activities and a parade on Saturday.  Dan Rice Days celebrates the many contributions the circus owner made to the Girard community when he settled there in 1863.  The festival continues thr
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Sunflowers Bloom Across Battles Farm Campus in Girard

More than 1.2 million sunflowers are now in bloom at the Battles Farm Campus of the Hagen History Center, creating a colorful summer attraction in Girard. The sunflower fields stretch across 50 acres along Walnut Street, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to walk through the blooms and take photos. The...
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Rainbow Bridge in need of repairs after tire marks found

The Erie Rainbow Bridge Pet Memorial Garden in Scott Park was built in the fall of last year for families to remember beloved pets— now, volunteers are working to repair tire marks left across the bridge. “They’re not just ride over the bridge tracks, they’re intentional skid marks, and they are very difficult to come
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Stored food not cold enough in Erie County restaurant inspections

At least once a year, Erie County Department of Health officials inspect all restaurants and stores that sell unpackaged food. Here is a list of violations recorded July 23-29. 3 critical violations U Pick 6 Harbor House , 4454 Buffalo Road, Harborcreek Township. (Whole milk expired; no hand soap at bar sink; cooler
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Hopewell Furnace celebrates 88 years with Establishment Day

UNION TOWNSHIP, Pa. — At Hopewell Furnace, almost every corner has a story. The old buildings, the furnace, even the land. "Hopewell is nestled here, as I like to say, the Silicon Valley of the American iron industry. All of the materials and the resources that you need to have a really successful iron furnace are just
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The Last Word: Celebrate America250 with Flags & Blueberries

There’s been some really nice events in the area to celebrate the nation's 250th Anniversary. I haven't been to all of them. But I bet with every one of them, there's been at least one person waving the flag. Today, I'm in Edinboro to find out about an upcoming event in which the flag, and blueberries, will be the cent
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SeaWolves stay hot and Lakeland softball prepares for LLWS in Friday Night Lights (7-31-26)

Friday Night Lights (7-31-26). Eastern League” Erie SeaWolves 3 – Akron 2 The Lakeland softball team, based in Conneaut Lake, made their way out towards the 2026 softball world series after capturing an East Regional title this week.
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Splash Lagoon’s Iconic Fish Gets a Colorful Makeover

One of Splash Lagoon's most recognizable landmarks has received a colorful makeover thanks to a local artist whose design was selected through a community contest. Nadia Krofcheck, a PennWest Edinboro University graduate and multimedia artist, was chosen from approximately 15 submissions to repaint the indoor water par

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