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We made you this mix. We hope you like it. Every year since 2022, the staff, writers, editors, and artists at the Erie Reader share a love song they love for an Erie Reader Valentine's Day compilation, just for you. Give it a listen and you'll feel it — we...

I moved from Youngstown, Ohio to Erie, a town I knew little about, in 2019 to begin a job I knew even less about: events and marketing manager at the Erie Downtown Partnership (EDP). My background in community development, concert production, and event promotion seemed a great fit for the role, but I did not know if...

Erie, PA. – February is Black History Month! Join us in celebrating by taking a look at this week’s photospread, capturing the Black Student Union event from this Monday. There were so many different ways to celebrate with food, photos, history, and community. Hate cannot drive out hate.

The City of Dunkirk is working on finding a location in the north county where brush and shrubbery could be cost-effectively deposited as a "first step" towards reopening the drop-off location on West Lucas Avenue in the city. First Ward Councilwoman Natalie Luczkowiak made that announcement during a Common Council...

A coffee shop in downtown Erie is celebrating its fourth anniversary this Valentine’s Day weekend. Purrista Cat Cafe, where people can buy their favorite coffee drinks while simultaneously playing with cats, will be celebrating with different events all weekend. On Friday, people could write the kittens’ Valentine’s...

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 Feb. 4-11. 2 critical violations Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham , 8051 Peach St., Summit Township (Sanitizer not at correct levels in warewash sink; no...

Kellar’s Magic and Comedy Club presents Dale Jones With 30 years in the making, Dale accentuates his rapid-fire comedy with a healthy dose of animated faces, quick improvisations, and well-placed physical comedy. He leaves the audience wishing they had his energy for a night you won’t soon forget. The shows start at...

The Pennsylvania State Police are looking to educate the youth on law enforcement, inviting them to Camp Cadet this summer. Camp Cadet is a week-long camp designed to give the youth a better understanding of law enforcement. The camp at Allegheny College is open to boys and girls ages 12 to 15 and will be […]

Erie News Now has an update about a young girl from Erie that received a heart after four years of waiting for a transplant. Brooklyn Morehouse is ten years old . We first met her when she and her family at the American Heart Association’s "Erie Heart Walk" in September of 2024.

Pennsylvania may be known for hearty comfort food, but along the shores of Lake Erie, freshwater fish quietly steals the spotlight. When it is fresh, flaky, and handled with care, it carries a clean flavor that feels bright and satisfying without needing much embellishment. Crisp edges, tender centers, and that...