Asbestos confirmed to be found in Crawford Tech building, investigation continues
Testing done on a Crawford Tech building has confirmed what had been suspected. The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) received a tip in February about a building with black mold and asbestos issues. A recent announcement on the school’s website regarding the scope of work stated that during the inspection,...
Training Program at GECAC to Prepare Inspiring Manufacturers
GECAC has recently received nearly $165,000 in order to launch a workforce development initiative. This initiative aims at preparing individuals for employment barriers that they may encounter in the plastics manufacturing industry. The grant comes from the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic...
Pledge aims to eliminate fish waste in Great Lakes region
Traditionally, just about 40% of fish caught in the Great Lakes is used, and the majority is discarded as waste. The Great Lakes Saint Lawrence Governors & Premiers is looking to change that with a simple mission: To ensure that every part of fish is put to use with the 100% Great Lakes Fish Pledge. […]
Chautauqua County Sets Priorities to Improve Family Support Services
Chautauqua County has wrapped up a multi-session System of Care Action Planning Series focused on improving services for children, youth, and families. The sessions, held with the New York State Office of Mental Health and Chautauqua Tapestry, identified three top priorities: workforce development, access and...
Erie Airport offering temporary flights to Florida this fall
The Erie Airport has announced another seasonal Breeze flight to Florida. According to a release, the airline will offer a flight to Fort Lauderdale from the Erie International Airport. That flight will be offered for less than two months, spanning from November 18 of this year until January 9 of 2027. The travel...
Smith’s Hot Dogs nominated again for Coolest Thing Made in PA
An Erie business is hoping to be voted the coolest thing made in PA as this year’s competition enters round two. Fifty-six Pennsylvania brands are competing in the bracket-style competition, from Hershey bars to Crayola crayons. From Erie, Smith’s Hot Dogs have already advanced to round two and are facing off against...
Erie boy died in ‘horrendous’ conditions. Parents, boyfriend in court
Three adults were in positions to care for Michael N. Hayes, an Erie 8-year-old who was autistic and suffered from chronic breathing problems. But none of the three sought medical attention for Michael in the weeks he became gravely ill on Jan. 8, 2024. That was the day Michael, a second-grader, left Harding...
Wendel Seeks Answers from Refresco Over Cancelled Grape Contracts
Chautauqua County's top elected official is seeking to get to the bottom of why Refresco chose to cut ties with local grape growers. County Executive P.J. Wendel, who was a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program on Monday, says the local beverage processing company's decision last week to cancel all of its grape...
$18.4 Million Resurfacing Project to Revamp Erie Roadways
A major paving project affecting Erie County will begin next month. This project will span over five miles of Interstate 90 within McKean and Summit townships. From mile marker 18 near the Route 832 exit in McKean to mile maker 23 just before Route 19 will be milled, paved and patched. Those traveling in the area...
Erie residents learn about financial impacts at affordability crisis meeting
Local residents had the chance to learn about the factors that impact our finances on Saturday. Erie County United’s Where Is My Money? Affordability Crisis Meeting at the Booker T. Washington Center gave Erie residents a chance to discuss how federal cuts impact residents, and what our local government can do about...
