Donations come in for the Operation Erie, PA Hurricane Relief with Presque Isle Downs & Casino

The Erie community came together this weekend to help those impacted by severe weather.

The Veterans Miracle Center of Erie partnered with Presque Isle Downs and Casino to host the Operation Erie, PA Hurricane Relief event

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The two-day event aimed to collect necessities for those affected by the most recent hurricanes.

After receiving an outpour of support from the community, one organizer wanted to extend his thanks.

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“We just want to thank all of our volunteers and everyone who participated, everyone who gave to this great event. Sadly, it’s something that has to be done, but we do this because we love our brothers and sisters,” said Chuck Turner, operations manager for Veterans Miracle Center of Erie.

Turner also said the truck driving down with supplies was completely full thanks to all of the donations.

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