Buona Cucina Oils & More to Hold Grand Expansion Celebration in Erie

A locally owned specialty food store in Erie will celebrate its expansion with a Grand Expansion Celebration on November 14. Buona Cucina Oils & More at Greengarden Place will host the Grand Expansion Celebration from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. at 1535 West 8th St. The expansion gives owner Dorothy...

Tom Ridge Environmental Center to Host Veterans Day Event

Veterans, community leaders and residents will gather at the Tom Ridge Environmental Center on November 11 for a special Veterans Day celebration marking the 108th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War I. The event will honor those who have served in the nation's armed forces through a series...

Jamestown Man Charged After Allegedly Using Inactive Bank Account to Pay for Services in Kiantone

(WNY News Now) – KIANTONE, N.Y. — A 39-year-old Jamestown man faces a charge of issuing a bad check following an investigation into a payment made with an inactive bank account, according to the Chautauqua County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies reported receiving a bad check complaint on November...

Attempted homicide charges dropped for March shootout suspects

Attempted homicide and conspiracy to commit homicide charges have been dropped for five Erie residents who police said were involved in a shootout earlier this year on the city’s east side. According to the Erie County District Attorney’s Office, those felony charges for 18-year-old Syvaun Polacci, 19-year-old Davon Jones, 18-year-old Carlos Vicenty, 21-year-old Khazier Noble […]

Holiday Craft Festival returns to Bayfront Convention Center

The Bayfront Convention Center was filled with spirit as the Holiday Gift and Craft Festival returned this weekend. Craft vendors from right here in Erie came together under one roof to share a wide variety of handmade crafts, holiday decorations, and unique gifts, just in time for the holiday season. Organizers said it’s the perfect […]

Former county IT director pleads no contest in theft case

(WJET/WFXP)– The Erie County IT director has pleaded no contest to misdemeanor theft charges over graphics cards stolen from county devices earlier this year. According to online court documents, 46-year-old Jeffrey Cudicio pleaded no contest to three separate counts of misdemeanor theft by unlawful taking on November 5. Cudicio was charged in January alongside county […]

James McIntyre Receives Joseph H. Mason Award at United Way's Labor Dinner

A retired electrical worker was recently recognized for being named the recipient of the United Way of Chautauqua County's 46th annual Joseph H. Mason Award. Jamestown resident James McIntyre, who is retired from IBEW Local 106, was presented the award at UWCHQ's annual Salute to Labor Dinner at Chautauqua Institution on October 21st. United Way representative Nick Dean says the award is a way for the organization to stay connected with the local labor community...

Minnesota speaker brings message of faith to St. George Church

A nationally recognized speaker brought a message of faith and reflection to Erie, and St. George Church kicked off its mission on Sunday night. Joshua Danis has traveled from Minnesota to speak with members of the St. George community, sharing his experiences and perspective on faith. The event is an opportunity for parishioners and visitors […]

Relief Funds for Fire Departments

Four Millcreek Fire Departments to Share Over $274K in Relief Funds. Millcreek Township supervisors approved equal distribution of $274,515.21 in Pennsylvania Volunteer Firefighters' Relief funds among four local fire departments.

State grant aimed to grow bat colony in Chautauqua County

Buffalo Bat Habitat has been awarded a $393,942 New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) grant to help protect the Ripley Bat Farm. The money will be used to help acquire about 62-acres of property from its long time owner to develop as public space for nature enthusiasts to enjoy.

Birthdays: Rosie Burlingame, 1

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District 10 Quarterfinals: Iroquois, Sharpsville Advance in Class 2A

Iroquois held off Girard with a clutch defensive stand in the final minute to win its 2A quarterfinal matchup. Sharpsville survived a Seneca comeback bid in an offensive shootout to advance.

Volunteers Pack Thanksgiving Dinner Boxes for Neighbors

The countdown to the holiday season is on, and as families prepare to gather around the Thanksgiving table, volunteers are making sure their neighbors have a meal to enjoy, too. Volunteers from Erie Insurance gathered at Second Harvest Food Bank to pack Thanksgiving dinner boxes for families in need. Over...

First at 4: Waterford Holiday Weekend

Rural Minds Founder Monitoring Developments Surrounding Farm Bill

The head of a national nonprofit organization based in Chautauqua County has been keeping tabs on developments surrounding the advancement of the Farm Bill. The measure, which has been stalled in Washington for the past three years, has cleared the Senate Agriculture Committee, but is yet to be taken up by the full Senate. Jeff Winton, founder and chair of Rural Minds, says there are two provisions in particular that are important to the organization. He says one of them deals with expanding broadband...

Women’s Soccer is NCAA Tournament Bound

The New York University women's soccer team is NCAA Division III Tournament bound for the fourth season in a row. The Violets will travel to Erie, PA, where #14-ranked Penn State Behrend University will be hosting the first two rounds on Saturday and Sunday, November 14-15. "We are definitely very...

Men's Wrestling Dominates Penn State Behrend in Home Dual, 34-12

Erie, PA – The Mercyhurst men's wrestling team delivered an impressive performance in its home dual matchup against Penn State Behrend on November 8, earning a commanding 34-12 victory. The Lakers showcased their strength throughout the competition, securing six victories in the varsity lineup and continuing to build momentum early in the season.

Kyle Anderson Named Sports Development Coordinator of the Erie Sports Commission

The Erie Sports Commission announced today that Kyle Anderson has been hired as the organization’s Sports Development Coordinator. Anderson is a graduate of Point Park University, with a degree in Sports, Arts, and Entertainment Management. While earning his degree, Anderson gained valuable industry experience interning at PPG Paints Arena and as a sales intern with the Erie Otters Hockey Club.