United Way of Erie County Announces Statewide ‘Community School Day’ Proclamation
The United Way of Erie County is set to receive a major statewide recognition for its work in education. On July 23, 2025, Governor Josh Shapiro will officially proclaim the day as “United Way Community School Day” across Pennsylvania. The announcement will be made by Michael Ferritto, the...
Erie Trap and Release hosting aluminum can recycling fundraiser
(WJET/WFXP) – A local nonprofit is asking the community for help with a unique fundraiser. Erie Trap and Release is currently hosting an aluminum can recycling fundraiser to help pay for the medical care of the cats they catch. People within the community are asked to drop off raised-out aluminum cans at 3335 Peach...
Associated Charities’ upcoming Ladies’ Night Out event is fundraiser for Back to School Program
Associated Charities’ annual Ladies’ Night Out fundraiser will be held on Thursday, July 24, benefitting the 2025 Back to School program. The Back to School Program is a joint collaboration between Associated Charities, Salvation Army and United Way of the Venango and Titusville Region. Back to School sign-ups...
United Way Seeks Volunteers for Inaugural Day of Caring
A one-day volunteering event benefiting nonprofits and school districts throughout Chautauqua County is scheduled for next month. The United Way of Chautauqua County invites individuals, community groups, and business teams to get involved with its inaugural Day of Caring on Friday, August 15th. The event is being...
Elementary school students raise nearly $2K for non-profit
(WJET/WFXP) – Elementary school students were out spending their summer raising funds for a good cause. On Friday, July 18, the Millcreek Township School District’s Facebook page announced that 6th graders from Walnut Creek raised nearly $2,000 during their WC Walks for Water event. That money will go towards the...
The Reader Beat: City Council Meeting, July 17 Community Speaks Out for “Justice for...
On Wednesday, July 16 at 6:30 p.m. the City Council chambers were full of community members, some spilling into the lobby. The majority were there to demand justice for Marchello Woodard, an unarmed Black man who was killed by a state parole officer on July 2. Some wore t-shirts that read: "Justice For Chello." 25...
Be a Tourist: Events around town July 18-20
Tailgate party with Chris Higbee Join Mound Grove for a tailgate party with live music from Chris Higbee. Come hungry — there will be barbecue plates, snacks and drink specials. Giveaways will be available under the tent. Pack up the car with family, friends, blankets and chairs for an incredible summer night with...
Hundreds Turn Out for Laurel Run Activities in Silver Creek
After Friday's relay run, activities for the 29th annual Laurel Memorial Run and Walk continued Saturday morning with several walks and runs in downtown Silver Creek. During a remote broadcast on Kix Country, event co-founder Wayne Hotelling said that between 150 and 200 people were expected to turn out. He said the...
Themed Moon Mammoth menu announced for debut game
The Erie Moon Mammoths announced some tasty treats you’ll be seeing at Saturday night’s game. Through a post on their Facebook page, they shared themed snacks, including Baby Mammoth Bites sausages and mini dogs, as well as Moon Mammoth tusk corn dogs and fries. Also announced were nachos piled-high in a Moon Mammoth...
Wendel Surprised Over Trustee’s Measure to Blame County for Past Boil Orders
Chautauqua County's top elected official says he was "very surprised" to hear about a Fredonia village trustee's effort to hold the county accountable for the village water system's six boil water orders over the past 2 1/2 years, including the most recent one that ended earlier this week. WDOE News reached out to...
