Erie County Realty Transfers: April 17-30, 2024
Erie County Realty Transfers: April 17-30, 2024

Recent realty transfers in Erie County, Pa.

19 mins ago
Agency Relying on Politicians to Paint Beautiful Birdhouses: The Last Word
Agency Relying on Politicians to Paint Beautiful Birdhouses: The Last Word

Community of Caring hopes top raise funds with an art auction on May 9. They hope birdhouses painted by local politicians will bring in a lot of money. But are the legislators talented enough?

4 hrs 1 min ago
U.S. Brig Niagara's Status Changed to Inactive
U.S. Brig Niagara's Status Changed to Inactive

As a result, the public will not be able to tour the ship this season.

4 hrs 9 mins ago
Preparations for the 12th Annual Warren Gives Event
Preparations for the 12th Annual Warren Gives Event

Preparations are underway for the annual Warren Gives event scheduled for May 15th.

5 hrs 28 mins ago
New Law Targets Fentanyl Supply Chain, China and Drug Cartels
New Law Targets Fentanyl Supply Chain, China and Drug Cartels

In 2022, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) seized over 379 million deadly doses of fentanyl – which is enough fentanyl to supply a lethal dose to every American. A new law looks to crack down on the illicit drug supply chain.

1% Paycheck = 20 Weeks PAID Family/Medical Leave: Worth It?
1% Paycheck = 20 Weeks PAID Family/Medical Leave: Worth It?

What can you buy with 1% of your paycheck... Dinner for 2 at Applebees? A prescription refill? What about... the chance to have paid family medical leave in the state of Pennsylvania?

5 hrs 52 mins ago
Rally House Opens in Millcreek Mall Complex
Rally House Opens in Millcreek Mall Complex

It offers sports memorabilia for fans, everything from hats and t-shirts to jerseys and other accessories.

7 hrs 34 mins ago
Pennsylvania Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants & Children Celebrates 50th Anniversary
Pennsylvania Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants & Children Celebrates 50th Anniversary

The program better known as WIC, marked its 50th anniversary with State Rep. Pat Harkins. 

7 hrs 38 mins ago
Senators Focus on Deterring China, Supporting Taiwan in Recent Hearing
Senators Focus on Deterring China, Supporting Taiwan in Recent Hearing

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Around this time 45 years ago, the U.S. and Taiwan created a framework for our relationship with the tiny pacific island. That framework is known as the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA). As China continues to threaten Taiwan's independence, U

7 hrs 48 mins ago
Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 3
Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 3

Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 3

7 hrs 51 mins ago
Free Books For Kids Town To Host Festival in Warren County
Free Books For Kids Town To Host Festival in Warren County

Free Books for Kids Town will be hosting an Interactive Children's Festival Saturday, May 4th in downtown Warren, PA.

9 hrs 58 mins ago
Local Planet Fitness Donates Equipment to Lawrence Park Fire Department
Local Planet Fitness Donates Equipment to Lawrence Park Fire Department

According to Planet Fitness, the fire department uses treadmills and stair climbers for training practices and exercises at the station. 

10 hrs 43 mins ago
Presque Isle Lighthouse Celebrates Opening Day with New Exhibit
Presque Isle Lighthouse Celebrates Opening Day with New Exhibit

Lighthouse employees are inviting the community to celebrate opening day by checking out the new exhibit, Play on Presque Isle. 

11 hrs 17 mins ago
Highmark Caring Place, NYT Bestselling Illustrator Offer Sympathy Cards to Families Dealing with Grief
Highmark Caring Place, NYT Bestselling Illustrator Offer Sympathy Cards to Families Dealing with Grief

According to the Caring Place, the cards are available as a gift to the community and can be ordered in limited quantities, with a suggested donation to cover the cost of production, shipping and processing fees. 

11 hrs 30 mins ago
Erie News Now Sunrise Team Celebrates Waldameer's Opening Day
Erie News Now Sunrise Team Celebrates Waldameer's Opening Day

Erie News Now Sunrise Team Celebrates Waldameer's Opening Day

11 hrs 50 mins ago
Police: 2 Drivers Racing Before East Erie Crash; 5 Taken to Hospital
Police: 2 Drivers Racing Before East Erie Crash; 5 Taken to Hospital

It happened just after 9 p.m. Thursday on E. 38th St. at Old French Rd. near the VA Medical Center.

23 hrs 57 mins ago
Railroad Crossing Work to Start in Western Erie County
Railroad Crossing Work to Start in Western Erie County

The plan is to tear the crossings out and have them back in the same day, but it could take as 48 hours to complete the work.

13 hrs 52 mins ago
National Day of Prayer Event at Perry Square
National Day of Prayer Event at Perry Square

There were songs of praise, lifted hands and bowed heads at Perry Square’s National Day of Prayer event. 

22 hrs 21 mins ago
Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 2
Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 2

Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 2

May 2nd, 6:13 PM EDT
Kahkwa Bridge Construction Project Put On Hold After 6-1 City Council Vote
Kahkwa Bridge Construction Project Put On Hold After 6-1 City Council Vote

The bridge, which was originally constructed in 1920, was torn down in October 2021.

May 2nd, 6:00 PM EDT
Chautauqua Executive Hosts State of the County Address
Chautauqua Executive Hosts State of the County Address

In Mayville New York, the County Executive recently hosted a State of the County Address, focusing on positive changes happening throughout the area.

May 2nd, 5:29 PM EDT
Crawford County Contractor Pleads Guilty
Crawford County Contractor Pleads Guilty

Chad Eckenrode pleaded guilty to a second degree felony of receiving advance payment and failure to complete the duties.

May 2nd, 4:43 PM EDT
Fallen Trooper Jacques Rougeau Honored in Annual State Police Ceremony
Fallen Trooper Jacques Rougeau Honored in Annual State Police Ceremony

An annual ceremony honored Trooper Jacques Rougeau.

May 2nd, 4:40 PM EDT
Meadville Public Library Hosts Book Sale
Meadville Public Library Hosts Book Sale

Book lovers got to find some new reads while supporting their local library in Crawford County today.

May 2nd, 4:31 PM EDT
House Passed Casey's Antisemitism Awareness Bill, Pro-Palestinian Encampments on College Campuses Continue
House Passed Casey's Antisemitism Awareness Bill, Pro-Palestinian Encampments on College Campuses Continue

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The US House of Representatives recently passed the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Members hope the legislation will deter antisemitism on college campus. This legislation is moving forward in the Senate as pro-Palestinian encampments on c

May 2nd, 4:12 PM EDT
Glen Campbell Reflects on 20 Years of Service in U.S. Navy: Remembering Our Veterans
Glen Campbell Reflects on 20 Years of Service in U.S. Navy: Remembering Our Veterans

Glenn has never missed a beat when it comes to communication, both at work and with his fellow Navy veterans.

May 2nd, 3:37 PM EDT
Penn State Behrend to Host Annual Trash 2 Treasure Sale Benefiting United Way of Erie County
Penn State Behrend to Host Annual Trash 2 Treasure Sale Benefiting United Way of Erie County

The annual Trash 2 Treasure Sale benefits the United Way of Erie County. The rummage sale allows students, faculty and community members to purchase various affordable, gently used items. 

May 2nd, 3:31 PM EDT
Advocates disappointed in childcare investments from the state
Advocates disappointed in childcare investments from the state

At a time when childcare costs are rising and providers are struggling to retain staff, many advocates said the final budget missed the mark. 

Run for Kentucky: May 2, 2024
Run for Kentucky: May 2, 2024

Mike Ruzzi and Philip Ward are headed to Louisville for this year's Kentucky Derby. The Run for Kentucky is sponsored by the Erie County Community College. 

May 2nd, 2:17 PM EDT
Family Services of NWPA to Host Rock 'n Bowl for Kids' Sake at Greengarden Lanes
Family Services of NWPA to Host Rock 'n Bowl for Kids' Sake at Greengarden Lanes

Bowl for Kids' Sake is the signature event of the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. 

May 2nd, 2:10 PM EDT