Flag Raising Ceremony at Tom Ridge Environmental Center

Additional Funds Sought for Shotspotter

District 10 soccer teams go 3-0 during PIAA tournament openers

Lorenzo Baker’s Nov. 10 performance was instant history for the Mercyhurst Prep’s boys soccer program. The Laker who shut out Winchester Thurston over 110 minutes of regulation and overtime action was the same Laker whose goal ended the teams’ PIAA Class 1A tournament opener at Mercyhurst University’s Saxon Stadium. Coach Jake Gamble sent out Baker, his goalkeeper, as the team's fifth shooter for the shootout format that determined the victor. The senior lined up for his 12-yard attempt against the Bears’ Ian Leaman, the other reason for the scoreless match. Baker, who also kicks for Mercyhurst’s football team, won the rare goalie vs. goalie matchup. Leaman guessed wrong when he dove to his right on a shot that went left. The scenario wasn’t unique according to Baker, who was mobbed by teammates after his goal clinched their 5-3 shootout and the Lakers’ berth the state quarterfinals. “I knew (the shootout) was coming after a while,” Baker said, “and I told the guys, ‘Everybody get your minds right.’ This (tournament) was stapled on our bulletin board throughout this season. Not just this (match), but going for the (title).” Mercyhurst, District 10’s champion, will take a 15-5-1 record into its Nov. 14

Haven’t had much winter weather, but we’ll be talking about it Saturday afternoon

Come say hello, stay as little or as long as your want. Our class is all about winter weather and it’s designed to train folks to report what’s happening where you live to the National Weather Service or us at JET/FOX. But you can just come and enjoy the presentation and conversation. We welcome all […]

Lancers, Ramblers set for D-10 4A football championship, Friday Night Lights game of the week

In local high school football, Cathedral Prep and General McLane are set to take the field Friday night for the District 10 4A football finals. It’s this week’s JET-Action Sports Friday Night Lights game of the week, set to kick off at seven oh clock at Fairview high school’s Keck Field at Bestwick Stadium. General […]

United Way at the Rotary Club

Members of the Rotary Club learned about United Way's work to help young students during the group's monthly meeting at the Sheraton.

Longtime Educator, Administrator Mike Mansfield Retiring

An educator and administrator who has worked in multiple Chautauqua County school districts for about three decades has decided to call it a career. Mike Mansfield, who is currently the Dunkirk City School District's Business Administrator, will officially retire at the end of January 2027. WDOE News spoke with Mansfield following this week's Dunkirk School Board meeting. Mansfield says that he's always wanted to "leave places better" than when he got there. He says that's part of why he decided to stay in Dunkirk after stepping down as Superintendent in July 2025...

Erie Has Been Lining Up For Sponge Candy And Pecan Balls At Pulakos Chocolates Since 1903

Some Erie traditions get passed down like old family recipes, and one of them comes in a paper bag full of sponge candy. For well over a century, families in this lakeside Pennsylvania city have made the same trip for Easter bunnies, Christmas boxes, and Valentine treats. Kids who grew...

"Don't Give Up the Ship" Flag Arrives In Annapolis

RIVERA IS GOING TO GANNON

BOARDMAN OH- Boardman High School senior Mikayla Rivera has announced her commitment to continue her academic and softball career at Gannon University, where she will compete at the collegiate level. Rivera has been a standout member of the Boardman softball program throughout her high school career, earning recognition for her...

New UPMC Nursing Program Honors Veterans’ Experience

A new program at UPMC’s School of Nursing aims to help military medics and paramedics transition into nursing careers by giving them credit for skills and experience they already gained on the job. The UPMC Jameson School of Nursing at UPMC Hamot recently launched an advanced placement option for...

Massive “Don’t Give Up the Ship” Flag Donated to US Naval Academy

ANNAPOLIS, MD – A massive one-hundred foot by 60-foot commemorative “Don’t Give Up the Ship” flag has been donated to the US Naval Academy in Annapolis. The flag was donated by an Erie, Pennsylvania group to commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation. “To be down...

Women's Basketball Battles St. Bonaventure in 73-64 Loss

ST. BONAVENTURE, N.Y. — Mercyhurst (1-3) lost to St. Bonaventure (2-0) with a final score of 73-64 on Wednesday at Reilly Center. The Lakers finished with a 32-26 rebounding edge and 14 second-chance points, but St. Bonaventure held a 46-32 advantage in points in the paint. The Lakers forced...

PIAA State Playoff Soccer Action

On the ladies' side, Cathedral Prep took down South Park 4-1 while McDowell fell 8-0 to North Allegheny. And on the boys' side, Fairview beat Avonworth 4-1.

Work Continues on Flagship City Commons on North Park Row

Work continues at Flagship City Commons, part of the Erie Downtown Development Corporation on North Park Row in downtown Erie, with a new covering going up around the structure so crews can keep building through the winter. The covering is part of a plan to winterize the building. The building...

$900K State Investment Aims to Help Erie Residents Transition Successfully after Incarceration

A $900,000 state investment is putting a renewed focus on helping Pennsylvanians transition back into their communities after incarceration, with health care and support services at the center of the effort. The Shapiro administration is bringing that effort to Erie, with a program designed to help people rebuild their lives...

Today’s Top Stories: November 12, 2026

Each night, JET Action News will be bringing you the top stories of the day from around northwest Pennsylvania for you to catch up on what’s going on in your community! Click the links below to learn more! Modern Tool Square enters second phase with $17 million in CRIZ funding A historic building in downtown […]

Erie News Now Food Drive

Erie News Now Food Drive Returns for its 26th Year, Helping Neighbors in Need. The Erie News Now Food Drive, occurring November 18, invites the community to support neighbors facing hunger, especially as rising costs increase demand at Second Harvest Food Bank. Donations of money and food help provide meals during the holiday season in Northwest Pennsylvania.

Fort LeBoeuf students package thousands of meals to fight hunger

Elementary school students in Waterford took the fight against hunger into their own hands on Thursday. With the help of the Kiwanis Club of Fort LeBoeuf, more than 200 students helped package and seal 10,000 meals for children and communities facing hunger all over the world. Those students are from the Fort LeBoeuf School District’s […]

Howard Industries Is Transitioning Ownership

Howard Industries (Erie, PA) has announced a transition in ownership to Pittsburgh-based Two Step Ventures led by Dan Kelly, who will serve as Howard Industries’ new chief executive officer — according to a press release. Howard Industries will continue operating from its longtime home in Erie, PA, with...