Erie PA

The Last Word: Scouting Great Local Places to See the Big Boy Locomotive. The largest steam locomotive still in operation today will be chugging through the Erie region on June 8 & 9. John Last travels from Conneaut, OH to Ripley, NY to find places to see it.

Last weekend's enforcement activity surrounding "Not Fred Fest" in Fredonia resulted in a total of 37 arrests. The Fredonia Police Department, which released the statistics late Thursday afternoon, says the majority of the enforcement actions involved open container violations, underage possession of alcohol, and vehicle and traffic tickets. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office, State Police and University Police teamed up with Fredonia Police on...

New court papers reveal more details about the moments before a fire killed three children inside an East 26th Street apartment in Erie. Danozjna Shalita Marjie Williams is charged with third-degree murder, endangering the welfare of children, aggravated assault and recklessly endangering another person in connection with the March 29 fire at 535 1/2 East 26th Street, Apartment 2.

We were joined by a familiar face, John Groh, who was in our studio to talk about another fundraiser, “Ladies & Laughter” benefitting the Erie Cancer Wellness Center. “Ladies & Laughter” is in one week on May 14th at Kellar’s Modern Magic & Comedy Club at 1402 State Street. Tickets are $50 dollars and can […]

12 student athletes from Cathedral Prep signed their letters of intent to attend local colleges at a signing day ceremony Thursday afternoon (May 7th).

Some roadside stops are easy to forget, but Schaefer’s Auto Art is the kind of place that makes you slow down twice. Sitting on a front lawn in Erie, Pennsylvania, it turns scrap metal, car parts, and pure imagination into something delightfully unexpected. What looks simple from the road quickly becomes a place full of clever details, humor, and craftsmanship.

The Cake of Greatness segment showcases first responders and essential workers to thank them for all the good they do for our community. This month, we are focusing on Robert Brown, also known as Officer Bob, a retired Pennsylvania State Police officer, a Coast Guard veteran and current school police officer for Waterford Elementary School. […]

Thursday, mothers and newborns were celebrated at UPMC Magee-Womens Erie Nursery. The nursery held a special event themed “Sweet as can be” to welcome newborn babies and honor their mothers just in time for Mother’s Day. The newborns got special onesies and hand-crocheted bee hats made by nurses and volunteers to mark the occasion. “It’s […]

Millcreek Township is initiating its annual spring cleanup this May, offering residents multiple options to dispose of waste, leaves, and hazardous materials responsibly throughout the month. Bulk item pickups can be scheduled online via Waste Management for convenience.

Is proudly recognizing Ellen Coffaro and Shirley Vandenburg as its 2026 Volunteers of the Year. The OFA said both honorees exemplify the spirit of volunteerism that strengthens communities and improves quality of life for residents. Through their tireless efforts, Coffaro and Vandenburg have made a lasting impact on countless individuals and families.