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An investigation into welfare fraud has led to felony charges against a Jamestown woman. The Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office says the probe, in partnership with the Chautauqua County Department of Mental Hygiene and Social Services Integrity Unit and the Chautauqua County District Attorney's Office alleges that...

(WJET/WFXP) – An Erie man is facing up to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to violating federal narcotics laws. Shawn Geer, 49, pleaded guilty before United States District Judge Stephanie L. Haines to possessing and distributing methamphetamine. Geer was accused of possessing 50 grams or more of a mixture of...

This week, millions of Americans will sit down for another Thanksgiving dinner, but getting food from the oven to the plate may be easier said than done. On Monday, students at the Barber National Institute’s Elizabeth Lee Black School learned how to make all the Thanksgiving classics in their new adaptive kitchen,...

Have Your Voice Heard: Millcreek Township Recycling & Waste Survey. Millcreek Township is launching a new Resident Survey for Curbside Recycling & Waste Services and we’re inviting all residents to participate. Your feedback helps Millcreek Township improve recycling, waste collection, and sustainability programs for...

Erie Mayor Joe Schember announced the recipients of the 2025 Erie Flagship Fund on Monday at his press conference. The funds can be up to $5,000 to help assist small businesses within the Erie area. This year, just over $148,000 was awarded to 38 businesses. Two recipients of the fund, Casey Corritore, the owner of […]

With Thanksgiving a couple of days away and people preoccupied with the holidays, it’s recommended to be mindful of some of the hazards that can commonly occur during the celebration of blessings. Bob Lafaro from the Lafaro Insurance Agency joined us in the studio with suggestions on how to have a safe Thanksgiving.

Wine enthusiasts across northwest Pennsylvania can mark their calendars for Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, as the region’s most anticipated wine event, Wine on the Lake, returns to the Bayfront Convention Center. Tickets for the festival went on sale today, offering attendees an unforgettable experience featuring, tastings...

St. Gregory Parish School is celebrating a major achievement after its preschool was named Erie’s Choice 2025 for Best Preschool and North East’s Best Preschool 2025. In addition, Principal MariCarol Schoenfeldt received the title of North East’s Best Principal for 2025. The school expressed deep gratitude to...

West Erie Plaza is home to many businesses and allows guests to walk through all the shops available.

(WJET/WFXP)– Winter weather could be on its way on Thanksgiving, with winter storm watches being issued for Erie, Crawford, Warren and Chautauqua Counties starting Wednesday evening and the early hours of Thursday morning. The National Weather Service (NWS) said those watches will start on Wednesday at 7 pm for...