Westfield Woman Charged After Child Found Walking on Route 394
A Westfield woman has a court date after an investigation into a recent report of an unsupervised child in the village. Westfield Police say they were notified of the child walking on Route 394 in front of Ramsey's Playhouse shortly after 3:15 PM on June 21st. Officers allege that 35-year-old Heather Close failed to ma
Erie Opens Cooling Centers Across the City
The cooling centers are available for anyone who needs relief from the heat, including people without air conditioning.
Chautauqua County Health Department Urges Residents To Take Precautions With Danger Heat
The National Weather Service has issued Heat Advisories for much of New York State. Heat index values, or “feels like” temperatures, are forecast to exceed 100 degrees across Western New York through Friday, creating an increased risk for heat-related illnesses. With many residents planning to attend parades, cookouts,
First phase of Greenway Trail project nearly done
Phase one of the Greenway Trail project on the east side of the City of Erie is nearly complete. The project is a way to utilize vacant and abandoned properties and turn them into a pubic asset. Phase one included transforming several vacant parcels between East 6th and 7th streets, just east of Parade Street. […]
24 Students Graduate from Venango Technology Center’s Hi-Ed Campus Practical Nursing Program
WARREN, Pa. – The Venango Technology Center’s Hi-Ed Campus Practical Nursing Program celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 on Wednesday, June 24, at the Warren State Hospital Interfaith Chapel. Family, friends, faculty, and staff gathered to recognize the accomplishments of the 24 graduates, who successfully c
Dangerous Heat, Humidity To Affect WNY With Heat Indices Over 100 Degrees Fahrenheit
Will affect the Chautauqua County region as well as most of the Eastern half of the United States this week. The National Weather Service in Buffalo is predicting that temperatures will reach and exceed 90 degrees with heat indexes above 100 degrees in some areas, including Jamestown. The Weather Service...
Community rallying around daughter of veteran police officer diagnosed with aggressive cancer
The Union Township Police Department shared a fundraiser created to help the 7-year-old daughter of Officer Joshua Covert, Angelica, who was recently diagnosed with a rare and aggressive pediatric brain tumor.
Local Law Enforcement Continues Enforce Paul Miller’s Law
It’s been over three weeks since the Paul Miller Law has been enforced in Pennsylvania. The Law prohibits holding and operating a cell phone while driving. Erie News Now caught up with the Erie Police Department Motorcycle Unit at 18th and Peach. /. /. Several cars were pulled over...
Books Galore Announces Final Chapter After 43 Years
After more than four decades in business, a beloved Erie bookstore is preparing to say goodbye. Books Galore on Peach Street will close its doors for good on July 31, 2026. The shop, founded by the late Duane Wallin, has been a longtime community staple, known for its wide selection of books, comics, games, and more.
Today’s Top Stories: June 29, 2026
Erie police investigating video showing officers striking suspect following pursuit City of Erie police are investigating a weekend arrest after a video posted on social media appeared to show an officer hitting a man with a cruiser. The video also shows officers punching the suspect as he was apprehended. Click here f

















