I-79 going back to two lanes, PennDOT offers update on project

(WJET/WFXP)– Interstate 79 will be going back to two lanes in both directions across Erie County, with PennDOT removing the long-term lane closures Thursday until next year as other work continues on the two-year project. PennDOT said the northbound and southbound closures in Washington, Franklin, McKean, and Summit townships were slated for removal Thursday as […]

25 Famous People You Didn’t Know Were From Chautauqua County, New York

Chautauqua County is one of those parts of New York State where the scenery changes almost as quickly as the history. Along Lake Erie are grape-growing communities such as Westfield and Ripley. Dunkirk grew into a busy railroad and lake port, while Fredonia developed its own traditions in education, music, and civic life. Farther south, the roads wind past Chautauqua Lake, Mayville, Panama, and the smaller towns that have been home to people whose accomplishments reached well beyond Western New York.

Venango County Sheriff Sues Commissioners Over Forced Warden Job, $2,000 Raise

Venango County Sheriff Eric Foy has sued the county’s board of commissioners, arguing they had no legal authority to dissolve the county prison board and then saddle him with the warden’s job on top of his elected duties. Foy is not asking for money — he wants a judge to simply declare the commissioners’ move illegal.

Pack Your Bags For This Pennsylvania Town Where $1,300 A Month Covers Absolutely Everything

There’s a city in northwestern Pennsylvania that has a genuine stone castle, the most famous candy store in the region, a river running through its downtown, and rent that costs less than what most people spend on car payments and groceries combined. That city is Sharon, Pennsylvania, and it’s...

City Looking to Replace Damaged Trees

UPMC committed to serving Shenango Valley after Sharon Regional closure

UPMC says it's committed to providing care across Mercer and Lawrence counties and plans to keep investing in local services, following the closure of Sharon Regional Medical Center.

State Announces $2.3 Million Resurfacing Project for Route 39 in Chautauqua County

The New York State Department of Transportation will undertake a $2.3 million project to resurface the entirety of Route 39 within Chautauqua County. Governor Kathy Hochul this week announced the project as part of $100 million in funding awarded for repaving projects in 68 locations across the state to help rejuvenate roadways impacted by the state's harsh winter weather. The local project will resurface Route 39 from U.S. Route 20 in the Town of Sheridan to the Cattaraugus County line in the Town of Hanover. This will also include the hamlet of Forestville. The project will begin next spring.

Voter Turnout Explains Midterm Outcome

Energized Dems and Lack of GOP Enthusiasm Shakes Political Landscape. Shifting attitudes, a lack of enthusiasm among Republican voters and an energized Democratic base shifted the political landscape nationwide on Tuesday.

Veterans honored at Meadville assisted living facility

In Meadville this Veterans Day, veterans were honored at Juniper Village Assisted Living Facility. The ceremony recognized the service of those in the community with a Quilts of Valor presentation, a flag folding ceremony, and a local student writing contest in appreciation of the veterans. Organizers said 10 veterans at the home were nominated to […]

UPMC urgent care facility opens on Erie’s west side

A new urgent care facility has opened its doors on Erie’s west side. Officials held a ribbon cutting for UPMC-GoHealth Urgent Care, which is located at 5008 West Ridge Road, right in front of Wegmans grocery store. The facility provides same-day care for minor illnesses and injuries and can be scheduled online or just by […]

Update on EDDC Construction

Work continues at Flagship City Commons, part of the Erie Downtown Development Corporation on North Park Row in downtown Erie. The space will include a large atrium, a breezeway from Perry Square to the parking garage and retail and office spaces.

Local Vietnam Veteran Receives a Brand-New Roof at No Cost

One local veteran is getting a brand-new roof at no cost, thanks to an annual tradition honoring those who served our country. Angelo’s Roofing has selected its sixth “Roof a Vet” recipient, and I was there as the crew began work on his home. For Gary Askins,...

Freedom Bell exhibit heads to North East

The Freedom Bell exhibit at the Fairview Area Historical Society was packed up this Veterans Day as it prepares to make its way to North East. The bell represents the Justice Bell, which accompanied Pennsylvanian suffragists as they crossed the Commonwealth back in 1915. Just like the Justice Bell back then, the Freedom Bell has […]

Measles cases pass 300 in Ohio as US is poised to lose elimination status

There have been 310 confirmed cases of measles in Ohio since January, as the measles epidemic continues to spread nationwide. Ashtabula, Geauga and Wayne counties account for roughly half of all cases statewide. As of Nov. 5, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed 5,182 cases across the...

Flag Raising Ceremony at Tom Ridge Environmental Center

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...

Natural gas users in Mercer County expecting bigger bills

HARRISBURG - Bigger bills will be on the way for more than 214,000 homes and businesses that heat with natural gas in Mercer County and other parts of northwestern Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission has authorized National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation to implement new delivery rates. The $10.4 million...

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...

$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...

Tidioute Water Boil Advisory Lifted

Tidioute, PA — Residents in the Borough of Tidioute are no longer under a water boil advisory after the Southwest Warren County Municipal Authority lifted the notice November 9th, following months of work to address issues with the community's water system. The authority worked with the Pennsylvania Department of...