A big dEal — Erie sign restored after months of spelling ‘rie’
The “E” is finally back on the Erie sign! For a while, the sign spelled “RIE,” but thanks to some TLC from Gene Davis Sales & Services, the sign has been restored to its former glory. The sign made its first appearance in 2021 and has served as a local landmark in West Erie. Benjamin […]
ANNA Shelter rescues seven dogs abandoned in totes
(WJET/WFXP)– The ANNA Shelter is asking the public if they recognize seven puppies that were recently found abandoned in totes in the area. The ANNA Shelter said the dogs were found in two totes in a wooded area, adding that, given their age and recent weather conditions, are lucky to be alive. All seven dogs […]
Lake effect snow warning in place for Northern Erie and Crawford County until 1...
On Wednesday at 1:12 p.m. a lake effect snow warning was released by the National Weather Service in effect until Friday at 1 a.m. for Northern Erie and Crawford County. "Heavy lake enhanced snow. Snow accumulations of 6 to 15 inches, with the lighter amounts north of I-90 and the greatest amounts in the higher...
Hearthside Rest Pet Cemetery up for sale
A unique piece of local history could soon have a new owner. Hearthside Rest Pet Cemetery in McKean Township is for sale. The property, which was established in 1958, is the final resting place for countless pets over the decades. The listing called it a chance to continue that legacy with space still available for […]
‘It’s a start’: Gas prices drop by 10 cents in Chautauqua County
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. (WKBW) — Gas prices in Chautauqua County dropped by 10 cents over this week, bringing a little relief to drivers who say they have been paying higher prices than neighboring areas in Western New York. The reduction follows Chautauqua County Executive Paul "PJ" Wendel's Facebook post urging...
Oil City woman convicted of cruelty to animals
A jury has convicted an Oil City woman on charges of cruelty to animals following a trial in Erie County. The charges were first filed in 2022. According to her Facebook page, Smalley is the owner of Puppywood Shihtzu, which she has operated since 2012. The Facebook page for Puppywood Shihtzu shows posts advertising...
Car crashes into west Erie Dollar General Wednesday
Millcreek police and first responders responded to the scene of an accident early Wednesday afternoon after a vehicle crashed through a storefront. Police said no one was hurt when this minivan plowed through the Dollar General on 12th and Powell in Milcreek Township just before 1:00 pm. That accident caused...
Ten hospitalized, horse put down following head-on collision in Fairview Township
FAIRVIEW TWP., Pa. - A head-on collision between one vehicle and an Amish buggy in Mercer County sent several people to the hospital on Wednesday evening. The accident happened on State Route 19 near Fairview Road in Fairview Township, Pennsylvania, around 5:30 p.m. Pennsylvania State troopers told 21 News on...
Film of the Week: Presque Isle Timing Association 1959
Lucky Drag City may sound like a sketchy bar on the wrong side of town, but it’s actually a drag strip located in Wattsburg, Pennsylvania. Where pray tell, the hell is Wattsburg, might you ask? With a population of just 352 inhabitants, this sleepy enclave south of Erie, PA (on the border of New York) is just a dot...
Local Youth Wrestlers Have Successful Weekend
WARREN, Pa. – Local youth wrestlers set out across the region over the weekend in search of competition, and many of them found success in their travels. Their search took them to Edinboro, Warren and Falconer over the course of the weekend. Some wrestlers doubled up on the competition, competing both Saturday and...
