Widespread freeze watch issued Saturday night into Sunday morning
A Freeze Watch has been issued for most of the area to accompany the likelihood of the first widespread freeze Saturday night into Sunday morning. The watch includes Southern Erie, Crawford, Mercer, Venango, and Warren Counties. The immediate lakeshore of Erie County is excluded due to warmer temperatures. Additionally, because of the end of Chautauqua […]
Community Blood Bank Urges Donors After Collision on I-79
The Community Blood Bank is once again asking area residents to roll up their sleeves as local hospitals face an urgent need for blood donations. Officials say a significant amount of blood was used overnight to treat patients, leaving supplies depleted and increasing the need for donors to help replenish inventory. The reminder comes as hospitals continue to provide around-the-clock care for trauma patients, accident victims, and others requiring lifesaving transfusions.
Bicentennial Tower celebrates 30th anniversary with drone show
Despite a chill in the air, a large crowd formed around the Bicentennial Tower to celebrate its 30-year anniversary. The Erie Port Authority invited people to a special drone show over the water. It was a way to not only celebrate what makes Erie special, but also the United States. Organizers used the show as […]
Millcreek Fire Recommends Termination of Belle Valley Contract
Tensions between the Millcreek Fire and EMS Commission and the Belle Valley Fire Department escalated Thursday night following a pair of closely divided votes that could have significant financial consequences for the department. During its meeting, the Millcreek Fire and EMS Commission voted 6-3 to recommend that Millcreek Township terminate...
Erie’s Historic Centennial Hall Reopens with Ribbon Cutting
A piece of Erie history is taking center stage once again. Community leaders, business owners, and music fans gathered Friday to celebrate the grand reopening of Centennial Hall, a historic entertainment venue that has been transformed into a modern destination for live events. The official ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the start...
Millcreek continues discussion on proposed emergency services tax
This article was funded by LebTown donors as part of our Civic Impact Reporting Project. Officials don’t anticipate the Millcreek Township real estate millage rate will increase for the 2027 budget, Eric Weidman, chairman of the board of supervisors, said Oct. 14. However, a resident with a property assessed...
Clocking In: Laying the groundwork at the Erie Zoo
Things are getting spooky at the Erie Zoo as a decades-old tradition returns to the grounds. Thousands of trick or treaters will be participating in ZooBOO. All 15 acres will be completely transformed for one of the zoo’s most popular events. About a month before the fundraiser, the grounds crew has a big responsibility. “So […]
Multi-Vehicle Collision Reported on I-79 Northbound
Emergency crews are responding to the scene of a reported large vehicle collision on Interstate 79 in Erie County. The crash was reported just before 2 p.m. on the northbound lanes of I-79 heading toward Edinboro. Multiple emergency responders have been dispatched to the area as officials work to assess the situation.
One Injured After Morning House Fire in Edinboro
One person is in critical condition following a house fire in southern Erie County Thursday morning. The fire was reported shortly after 9 a.m. at a two-story home along Water Street in Edinboro. When firefighters arrived, they encountered smoke coming from the first floor of the residence and located a male victim suffering from severe burns to his upper body.
Diner in central Pa. closes with heartfelt farewell
A short-lived diner in Fairview Township has closed. On Oct. 11, Steak Diner’s owners shared a “heartfelt farewell” on Facebook: “It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Steak Diner will be closing its doors permanently, effective today.”. Two couples — Angel Ruballos and...
