Wabtec’s Bids for Kids event raises record $317,000 for charities
On Thursday, the 30th annual Bids for Kids donation event happened at the Wabtec Customer Innovation Center. The donations for Wabtec’s Bids for Kids charity were counted last week, and on Thursday, they were awarded to Make-A-Wish, Boys & Girls Club of Erie and Western Pennsylvania, and Shriners Hospital for...
State parole officer charged with criminal homicide in Woodard death
(This story was updated to add new information.) A Pennsylvania parole officer has been charged in the July shooting death of Marchello D. Woodard . Kevin Seelinger, 35, of Edinboro, has been charged with one count of criminal homicide, aggravated assault, simple assault and recklessly endangering another person....
Inside Troyer’s Rope Company: The Amish Workshop Quietly Tying America Together
Troyer’s Rope Company in Conneautville, Pennsylvania, proves that “Amish business” does not just mean baked goods and quilts. It is a working rope manufacturer deeply rooted in Amish country, quietly supplying durable rope products across the country while remaining anchored in its rural...
Your Weather Authority: Strong winds developing on Thursday
ERIE, PA – December has been super cold so far, with frequent snow, too. But that is starting to change, as the storm track shifts to the North, allowing milder air to return. That will come on the back of strong southerly winds. While there are no wind alerts issued right now, that might change, […]
Erie’s Year in Review: 1975
Well, 1975 is coming to an end and, boy, what a year it's been. The world population has surpassed 4 billion, the U.S. national debt reached a staggering $530 billion (can you believe it), and unemployment peaked at 9 percent in May (and has since barely come down). But hey,...
Erie County municipalities, Gannon awarded over $5 million in project funding
(WJET/WFXP)– Several of Erie County’s municipalities and other organizations received a boost in funding Thursday, with more than $5 million in grant money being awarded for different projects in the area. State-level elected officials from around Erie County announced the funding Monday in the form of Local Share...
Food Warehousing Company Looking To Expand In Chadwick Bay Industrial Park
A food warehousing company is looking to expand its space in the Chadwick Bay Industrial Park in Sheridan. Wavepoint 3PL Inc., who also owns the former Carriage House building in Fredonia, plans to acquire a 121,450 square foot warehouse they currently lease and purchase 11 acres of land in the industrial park from...
UPMC Offers Nationally Ranked Pediatric Care Close to Home in Erie
UPMC Children’s understands your child’s health is your top priority. That’s why UPMC Children’s is expanding access to specialized pediatric care in Erie. This article is sponsored by UPMC Children’s Specialty Care Centers in Erie. At UPMC Children’s Specialty Care Centers in Erie, pediatric specialists...
Theft at Erie Best Buy Sparks Police Investigation
The Pennsylvania State Police Troop E – Erie is investigating a retail theft that occurred at Best Buy, located at 6650 Peach Street in Summit Township, Erie County. According to investigators, a male suspect entered the store, removed security devices from merchandise, concealed the items under his jacket, and left...
Mayor Joe Schember Reflects on Eight Years in Office
Today, the 48th Mayor of the City of Erie, Joe Schember, delivered one of his final speeches, reflecting on eight years of progress and public service. During his tenure, the administration focused on celebrating diversity, stabilizing city finances, revitalizing neighborhoods, strengthening public safety, and...
