Go Fund Me and More Updates on East 23rd Street Fire
Erie Chief Fire Inspector Don Sauer stated that the roof of 412 Parade Street partially collapsed. So did part of the attic. Due to the damage being so extensive, firefighters have not been able to get inside and determine a cause. As of now the fire is being ruled “undetermined.”
Presque Isle offers wildlife and winter skills stations
Snow and cold temperatures didn’t stop families from heading to Presque Isle State Park for Winter Discovery Day. Park educators set up interactive stations throughout the park, teaching visitors about wildlife and winter survival. Jon DeMarco, executive director for Presque Isle Partnership, sayid all departments...
Discount Card Fundraiser Aims to Strengthen Local Prevention Programming
Prevention Works is partnering with several businesses across Chautauqua County for its inaugural Discount Card fundraiser. Local residents can purchase a $20 card and use it to enjoy exclusive discounts at participating locations. Executive Director Melanie Witkowski, who was a guest on WDOE's "Viewpoint" program...
Wingstop opens second Erie-area location in Harborcreek
Another chicken wing restaurant has opened its doors in Harborcreek Township . Wingstop , a restaurant chain that originated in Garland, Texas, in 1994, opened its second location in the Erie area on Feb. 6 at 4500 Buffalo Road. The new 2,400-square-foot location is in the same plaza as Planet Fitness, the UPS Store,...
United Way Presents 2025 Impact Awards
Three community members received 2025 Impact Awards from the United Way of Chautauqua County. The awards, which were presented during UWCHQ's recent Campaign Celebration in Jamestown, are given to people who have been impacted in some way by the United Way or its partner network and who are now making a meaningful...
BVR Winter Games come to Corry
The BVR committee decided to host the Winter Games today because it coincided with the winter Olympics. The games are an opportunity to make new friends, have fun, relax, and take a very much need break from the stress of school and school work. There were both inside and outside...
Speed limits restored on NWPA interstates Friday
UPDATE 3:37 pm: PennDOT has restored the speed limits and lifted right lane only commercial vehicle restrictions on all NWPA interstates. (WJET/WFXP)– PennDOT has lowered speed limits and said commercial vehicles must be in the right lane on Erie County’s interstates, along with Interstate 80. PennDOT is urging...
Sign-ups now open for Erie’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Although we are still a few weeks away, one holiday is knocking on our door. Erie Downtown Partnership is taking submissions to help with the Saint Patties Day Parade. You can sign up on the Erie Downtown Partnership website. The form will ask if you are sponsor, participant, or both. When you apply, you can […]
Braving the Cold to Enjoy the Peninsula
Due to the bitterly cold temperatures on Saturday, staff and volunteers had to make some changes for Winter Discovery Day at Presque Isle. But temperatures in the single digits didn’t stop people from having fun. Jon DeMarco, the Executive Director of the Presque Isle Partnership said, "It's just absolutely...
Erie Community College to Receive $248,500 in Upgrades
An investment from the state will ensure that Erie Community College will receive $248,500 in upgrades. Representative Ryan Bizzarro stated:. “A pathway to enter the workforce is unique for every student, and we’re fortunate to have a local community college that serves learners at every stage in life,” said...

















