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Owner keeps Lawrence Park Dinor, makes changes to menu, hours, interior
The owner of the Lawrence Park Dinor says the historic restaurant is no longer for sale. In March 2026, Dawn Van Scoter, owner of the Lawrence Park Dinor at 4019 Main St., listed the Dinor for more than $280,000 . She has owned the Dinor since February 2022 and ran it alongside Toast! Lounge and Eatery at 10651 W. Main St. in North East. Initially, Van Scoter said she had plans for the business in North East and that putting the Dinor up for sale was not an easy decision. After receiving several offers that she was not satisfied with, Van Scoter took the Dinor off the market while closing the North East restaurant. "It wasn’t the right time to sell the Dinor," Van Scoter said. "My heart really belongs at the Dinor and the Lawrence Park community. Opening Toast was supposed to be a creative outlet for me. Walking away, I learned a lot of lessons. It’s different when you buy a restaurant versus building and starting a restaurant." Van Scoter said it has always been her goal to renovate the Dinor while adding her own touch to it. After being closed for a couple of weeks in October,
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Two Senior Dogs Found Abandoned Outside Vet Office in Edinboro
Two senior dogs are now safe after being abandoned outside a local veterinary office during an overnight rainstorm, prompting a rescue response from Because You Care. According to the animal rescue organization, its team received a call for help from Camboro Veterinary in Edinboro after two elderly poodle mixes were found outside the clinic. The dogs had reportedly been left there overnight in the rain.
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We Tried to Find Erie, Pennsylvania’s Best Seafood Restaurants, and These 13 Made the Cut
A good seafood meal in Erie, Pennsylvania can come with a bay view, a lively downtown setting, or a table that makes an ordinary evening feel special. With Lake Erie nearby and Presque Isle Bay shaping the waterfront, the city offers plenty of places where the setting is part of the fun. But choosing a restaurant takes more than spotting water through a window. You also want food that fits your taste, prices that suit your budget, and a dining room where your group feels comfortable. This list brings together waterfront favorites, neighborhood taverns, polished dining rooms, and casual spots known for seafood options. Some focus closely on seafood, while others offer fish or shellfish alongside steaks, Southern dishes, and familiar American meals. That variety helps when one person wants shrimp and another would rather order something from the grill. The selections are an editorial guide, not a claim that we personally ate at every restaurant or ranked them through a formal taste test.
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Grand opening held for new Aldi location in west Millcreek
(WJET/WFXP)– Millcreek Township officially welcomed a new Aldi location to the neighborhood on Thursday with a celebratory ribbon cutting and special gifts for some of its first customers. Township and Aldi officials held a grand opening Thursday morning for the new location at 5224 West Ridge Road next to Walmart, giving residents another place to […]
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Travel Back in time at Peek’ n Peak
You are invited to experience a journey back in time for two weekends this month at the Medieval Feast Dinner Theater, held at the Peek’ n Peak Resort in Clymer. This event takes place in the Retreat Building on November 13th through 15th and November 20th through 22nd, featuring both afternoon and evening performances. Get ready to partake in this seasonal event, that offers a blend of a tasty feast, music, and a comedic dinner show that will transport you to the era of kings, queens, and damsels in distress.
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Flights from Erie to Las Vegas starting in January
(WJET/WFXP)– Erieites looking to take a trip to Las Vegas will be able to do so without having to head out of town to catch their flight starting in January. The Erie Regional Airport Authority (ERI) announced on Monday that Breeze Airways will be offering flights to Las Vegas from Erie from January to mid-April. […]
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Pennsylvania Restaurant Chain Once Had More Than 30 Locations, but Only Two Are Still Standing
Once a familiar name across Pennsylvania, a family restaurant chain that operated more than 30 locations has dwindled to just two survivors. One still welcomes customers every morning at 7, serving the comfort food that generations of families remember. The chain began in 1967 and became known for hearty breakfasts,...
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Millcreek Cigar Lounge to Celebrate Two-Year Milestone
A local business is marking a milestone anniversary centered on cigars, conversation, and community. Millcreek Cigar Lounge is celebrating its second year in business, commemorating two years of serving customers and creating a welcoming gathering space in Erie. Located on West 12th Street, the lounge says its mission has always...
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12 Pennsylvania Farms Where You Can Walk Alpacas, Meet Bison, and Feed Baby Animals
You can walk an alpaca, milk a cow, and meet American bison without leaving Pennsylvania. Some farms even let visitors gather fresh eggs, feed baby animals, or spend time with rescued livestock. At Wooden Nickel Buffalo Farm in Edinboro, visitors can see bison and explore a seasonal corn maze. In...
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Command & Courage: Oliver Hazard Perry Exhibit
New Exhibit at Hagen History Center Brings Oliver Hazard Perry’s Story to Life. The Hagen History Center has opened a new exhibit titled Command and Courage Oliver Hazard Perry that explores the life and legacy of the naval hero whose leadership during the War of 1812 secured American victory on Lake Erie.
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Costs to consider before getting a pet
As many of us know, having a pet can be expensive; but how much does it cost? Ruth Thompson, the ANNA Shelter’s founder, said caring for a pet is estimated to cost nearly $1,000 a year for just general expenses. She told us affordability is one of the number one reasons they see surrenders at […]
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New Exhibit at Hagen History Center Brings Oliver Hazard Perry’s Story to Life
More than 200 years after Erie helped change the course of the War of 1812, a new exhibit is giving visitors an up-close look at the naval hero at the center of that history. The Hagen History Center's new "Command and Courage: Oliver Hazard Perry" exhibit is now open, offering a rare glimpse into the life and legacy of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, whose leadership helped secure a pivotal American victory on Lake Erie.
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Over the Tavern Returns to the Erie Playhouse
This month, the Erie Playhouse takes us back to a bustling mid-century, Rust Belt, Polish Catholic household with their production of Tom Dudzick's Over the Tavern. The story is set in Buffalo and follows the arc of Rudy Pazinski, a budding adolescent who believes that having fun is God's sole intended purpose for humanity. As Rudy questions his own faith in the light of his upcoming confirmation, audiences get an intimate glimpse into a family as they face their very real (and often comedic) struggles in life.