Tops Friendly Markets raises over $400k for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
A local grocery chain has done its part to help children in need. Tops Friendly Markets raised over $400,000 for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH). Through July 5, customers at participating Tops were able to buy a $1 Children’s Miracle Network balloon or round up their change at checkout. The money...
Corry community supports local girl’s fight against cancer, pet mission
The Corry community showed their support for a young woman’s remarkable efforts, which continue despite her own battle with cancer. Friday evening, friends, family, and supporters were invited to the American Legion in Corry to celebrate Avery Chauncey’s impact on the area. It was also a chance to raise money for...
Barber Institute launches drumming program for adults with disabilities
A local nonprofit is trying out a new program this summer, using rhythm and teamwork to build community connections. The Barber National Institute kicked off a six-week drumming circle program this summer, giving adults with intellectual disabilities the opportunity to connect with the community through song. Dozens...
State police investigating fatal hit-and-run in Waterford Saturday
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that happened early Saturday morning in Waterford. According to PSP Girard, calls came in for a person struck by a vehicle around 1:21 am Saturday in the 12000 block of Route 19 in Waterford, and the driver fled the scene. Police said both the car...
Rides for the Rise Roars into Erie
Motorcycles were rumbling in the City of Erie on Saturday for Rides for the Rise. This was the first year for the event. Motorcyclists began their parade in West Erie Plaza and made their way to Liberty Park for the an afternoon of live music, food, and vendors. All the...
One Person Still Missing Following Overturned Kayak
One person is still missing after a two kayaks overturned last night. Erie News Now was told helicopters were still searching the area around 11:30 last night near Kelso Beach. Fuller Hose and the City of Erie Fire Department were a part of the search and rescue operations. Two people...
One Person Dead After Hit and Run
One person has died following a hit and run in Waterford on early Saturday morning. It happened on Route 19. According to Erie County Coroner, Lyell Cook, a 33 year-old man was pronounced dead at 2:07 a.m. after being hit by a car in Waterford. A autopsy is not planned...
CAM seeking volunteers to help film Erie’s Jazz and Blues Festival
(WJET/WFXP) – A local media group is asking for volunteers to help film a popular music festival. Community Access Media (CAM) announced on their Facebook that they’re in need of volunteers to help film this year’s Erie Jazz and Blues Festival taking place on Saturday, August 2, and Sunday, August 3. The media group...
‘Radium Girls’ to open at PACA
(WJET/WFXP) – The newest show opening at the Performing Artists Collective Alliance (PACA) is sure to leave you glowing with excitement. PACA’s latest show, Radium Girls, will open this Friday, July 18, and run until Sunday, August 3. The show, written by D. W. Gregory and inspired by a true story, follows a woman...
Warren Country Music Festival raises over $20K for Shriners Children’s Erie
(WJET/WFXP) – A local nonprofit received a generous donation thanks to a yearly music festival. On Friday, July 18, the Shriners Children’s Erie Facebook page posted that they received $20,059 from the 2025 Warren Country Music Festival. The festival, which took place on Friday, July 13, and Saturday, July 14,...
