Flagship City Kitties to debut this weekend at UPMC Park
Flagship City Kitties to debut this weekend at UPMC Park.
Erie City Council to Reconsider Bayfront Market House Project
A proposed Bayfront development that has generated significant debate could receive a second look from Erie City Council tonight. Council is scheduled to hold a special meeting to reconsider the proposed $14 million Bayfront Market House project, following a previous 4-2 vote that placed key state funding for the devel
Crowds Gather as Historic Steam Locomotive Rolls Through Chautauqua County
A massive train made its presence felt in Chautauqua County Tuesday afternoon as part of its historic "America 250" trip. Union Pacific's Big Boy No. 4014 made a whistle-stop in Ripley at about 12:00 PM and remained at the State Street crossing for approximately 30 minutes before heading east towards Buffalo. WDOE News
City Man Arraigned on Additional Rape Charges
A Dunkirk man who is being held on four counts of 2nd-degree rape from the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office is now facing similar charges from the Dunkirk Police Department. City police say it received a report regarding an alleged inappropriate sexual relationship between a juvenile subject and an adult male. The de
BIG BOY: Legendary steam engine arrives in Western New York for America 250
RIPLEY, N.Y. — One of the iconic "Big Boy" steam engines has arrived in Western New York as part of its cross-country journey to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. Arriving from Erie, PA, the locomotive made a quick stop in Ripley before reaching Buffalo, where it currently resides. Commissioned by...
Upstate hospitals pick up slack as others discontinue labor, delivery services
CHAUTAUQUA COUNTY, N.Y. — Weston Clyde Barrett was born on March 5 and weighed a little more than eight pounds. Thirty-nine weeks into her pregnancy, his mom, Ashley Brendlinger, found out that her hospital in Warren, Pa., which is minutes from her home, was no longer offering inpatient labor and delivery service.
Live View of Locomotive Big Boy No. 4014 in North East
Railroad enthusiasts who can’t make it to North East in person will still have a chance to witness history as Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014 makes its highly anticipated stop in the community on June 9. The Lake Shore Railway Historical Society announced it will provide live streaming...
Community of Caring asks for Operation Water Drop donations
The Community of Caring is asking for the public’s help in their efforts to make sure Erie’s homeless stay hydrated during the hot summer months. The organization announced the start of its Operation Water Drop on Monday. Executive director Christine Tombaugh said they’re hoping to collect cases of water at their East
PA Humanities Recognizes Three Erie Community Leaders
Three Erie community leaders have been recognized by PA Humanities as part of a new statewide initiative celebrating Pennsylvanians who strengthen civic life through education, storytelling, community engagement, and cultural preservation. The organization recently launched The Window Keeper: Civic Honors, a program cr
Fentanyl and Firearms Seized in Jamestown New York Drug Bust
A narcotics investigation in Jamestown resulted in the seizure of fentanyl, firearms, and cash, along with multiple felony charges against two individuals, according to the Jamestown Police Department. Authorities said narcotics detectives and investigators from the Jamestown Police Department and Chautauqua County She
