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Beer on the Bay 2024 kicks off this weekend
Saturday, July 27 marks the start of Beer on the Bay 2024 and tents are already going up at Liberty Park on Erie’s Bayfront. More than 50 breweries are attending this year from all around the country. There are two sessions on Saturday — one from noon to 3 p.m. and another from 4-7 p.m.
Large Schooner Docks in Erie for Maintenance
As the Lettie G. Howard makes its way to Alpena, Michigan, the Flagship Niagara League is helping out another tall ship. On Friday, a visiting vessel known as "Wonder" docked along Erie's bayfront, for maintenance repair. "It's what we do," said Flagship Niagara League Executive Director Captain William Sabatini. "As...
Spoon's League Games Canceled Due to Disrespectful Conduct, Future of League in Question
All Spoon's League games scheduled for Friday, July 26 have been canceled. According to a Facebook post from the Spoon's Summer Court League, the decision to cancel the game was based upon the actions of some players and visitors who were disrespectful and/or went to the court to fight. League...
U.S. News & World Report Recognizes LECOM Among 2024 Best Medical Schools
Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) ranks 46th in the nation for the Most Graduates Practicing in Primary Care and 39th for Most Graduates Practicing in Rural Areas among 168 schools, according to the 2024 Best Medical Schools report by U.S. News & World Report. “LECOM’s consistent rankings on...
Meet the Erie Woman Who's Throwing an Olympics Party
An Erie woman is celebrating the Paris 2024 Olympics in a big way. Since 2008, she's hosted a big Olympics party. Friday, dozens of people will participate in a mock opening ceremony. There will be a Parade of Nations - a popular element of the night. Participants bring food from...
Cooking Oil Spill Closes Part of Erie's Bayfront Connector
Part of the Bayfront Connector from Port Access Rd. to E. 6th St. in Erie is closed Friday morning. Cooking oil spilled on the roadway, according to PennDOT. It is expected to reopen later Friday once cleanup efforts are complete.
No-hitter history: Breaking down five hit-free games thrown by Erie SeaWolves pitchers
In nearly 30 years as an organization, the Erie SeaWolves have thrown five no-hitters, including the most recent one on July 20. From two combined no-hitters to three on the road, all five performances have been memorable for the 'Wolves. It started in 1995 when 17-year-old Elvin Hernandez threw a controversial no-hitter...
'Mike & Molly' actor, Pa. native Billy Gardell returns to Erie's Kellar's for comedy sets
Actor and comedian Billy Gardell has made a name for himself in Hollywood, starring in hit shows including “Mike & Molly” and “Bob Hearts Abishola,” but he never forgets his western Pennsylvania roots. Growing up in Pittsburgh, Gardell is familiar with Erie, from childhood family trips up to Lake Erie to appearances at...
'Helen Vogt can finally rest in peace': Victim remembered after verdict in '88 Erie murder
After 36 years, some memories were almost certain to slip away in the case of Helen Vogt, the 77-year-old grandmother who was found stabbed and beaten to death in her Erie townhouse on July 23, 1988. But at the long-awaited trial at which Vogt's grandson was convicted in Erie County Common Pleas Court...
How will Mercyhurst football fare in its first Division I season? FCS writers chime in
Western Pennsylvania was the talk of Northeast Conference football media day. Half of the NEC’s eight football members now populate the region. It’s the home of NEC powers Duquesne, Robert Morris and St. Francis (PA), which were picked, respectively, to finish top three in the conference in 2024. ...
New changes happening at Frontier Park. Here’s what to know
Frontier Park is currently undergoing some changes in an effort to make it easier for parents to watch their children play. A new seating area is being installed at the bottom of the Griff slides. There are going to be two, 12-foot benches and a rain garden in the middle.
Marriage licenses, divorces and more: The latest Erie County vital statistics
Marriage licenses issued between July 15-19 in Erie County Adiutori, Stephen Anthony, 35, 2597 Elk St., Lake City; Finnegan, Brooke Lynne, 33, 2597 Elk St., Lake City. Bergell, Eric Robert,...
Youth Leadership Institute Bringing New Service Club to Erie High School
Starting this fall students at Erie High School will have a new service option. The details were the focus of Erie Mayor Joe Schember's weekly news conference. In September the Youth Leadership Institute (YLI) and the Erie School District will be launching its first service club at Erie High School.
Hazmat situation after tanker spills over 100 gallons of ‘Fatty Acid’
Erie, Pa (WJET/WFXP) — A hazmat situation took place Thursday night after a tanker spilled over 100 gallons of fatty acid along East Bayfront Parkway. The accident was reported just after 9 p.m at the intersection of East Bayfront Parkway and Portway Access Road. According to police, the driver failed to close the tanker properly. […]
LECOM Shines at 17th Annual Health Disparities Conference
The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) Primary Care Scholars Pathway (PCSP) Class of 2024 students, Katherine Dobosh and Jacob Oslosky, represented LECOM at the 17th Annual Health Disparities Conference at Xavier University in Louisiana. The poster presented by the LECOM team was entitled, Primary Care Scholars Pathway (PCSP)...
expERIEnce Children's Museum Hosts New Take on Annual Street Soiree
The entire northwestern corner of Fifth and State streets has, in recent history, become totally dedicated to serving Erie's children as the home of the expanded and improved expERIEnce Children's Museum – but for one night in August, that corner will be just for adults. The folks from the expERIEnce Children's Museum will host their annual Street Soiree fundraiser, and like the recently reopened museum, this year's event promises to be bigger and better than ever.
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