Pennsylvania State Police, State Rep. Merski to Host License Plate Replacement Event
Pennsylvania State Police, State Rep. Merski to Host License Plate Replacement Event

The event will take place from 4:30-7 p.m. at the Greene Township Municipal Building. 

57 mins ago
Sun Safety: Wearing Sunscreen in Summer
Sun Safety: Wearing Sunscreen in Summer

Feeling the heat? Here's some expert advice for protecting your skin from the sun's damaging rays

1 hr 11 mins ago
Eeriebyss Factory of Terror to Host 3rd Annual Mid-Year Fear Memorial Day Weekend
Eeriebyss Factory of Terror to Host 3rd Annual Mid-Year Fear Memorial Day Weekend

The Factory of Terror will be open on Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25 for a special haunt event.

1 hr 14 mins ago
Live Music Lineup Announced in Downtown Erie
Live Music Lineup Announced in Downtown Erie

All music events will take place Wednesday through Saturday at different locations all through downtown Erie.

1 hr 27 mins ago
Panera Bread's Annual Chip in for Children's Mental Health Campaign to Benefit St. Vincent Hospital
Panera Bread's Annual Chip in for Children's Mental Health Campaign to Benefit St. Vincent Hospital

Therapists use play therapy to uncover insights that might not otherwise be communicated traditionally. 

1 hr 52 mins ago
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Advises Travelers to Prepare for Memorial Day Weekend Traffic
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Advises Travelers to Prepare for Memorial Day Weekend Traffic

According to the PA. Turnpike Commission, this year's forecast reflects a 1.5 percent increase from the same period in 2023.

2 hrs 6 mins ago
Erie Philharmonic Announces Return of Free Summer Concert Series
Erie Philharmonic Announces Return of Free Summer Concert Series

All nine concerts are scheduled to take place at outdoor parks and venues, with backup indoor rain locations available as needed. 

2 hrs 17 mins ago
Gas Prices Continue to Drop Ahead of Memorial Day
Gas Prices Continue to Drop Ahead of Memorial Day

This week’s average prices: Western Pennsylvania Average: $3.815
Average price during the week of May 13, 2024: $3.820
Average price during the week of May 22, 2023: $3.694

2 hrs 28 mins ago
Troopers to Crack Down on Driving under the Influence in Erie County this Weekend
Troopers to Crack Down on Driving under the Influence in Erie County this Weekend

Troopers will conduct a sobriety checkpoint and roving patrols sometime over the weekend of May 24-27.

3 hrs 25 mins ago
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers to Close for Memorial Day
PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers to Close for Memorial Day

Driver and vehicle online services are available 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

3 hrs 55 mins ago
Police Investigate ATV, Motorcycle Crashes in City of Erie
Police Investigate ATV, Motorcycle Crashes in City of Erie

Police are investigating a pair of Monday night crashes in the City of Erie that sent people to the hospital.

4 hrs 3 mins ago
Man Injured in West Erie Shooting
Man Injured in West Erie Shooting

It was reported in the 600 block of Raspberry St. just before 4 p.m.

20 hrs 11 mins ago
Local Educators Discuss Mental Health
Local Educators Discuss Mental Health

Mental health of teachers can fall out of focus compared to students'. But talking about it has become more common.

4 hrs 35 mins ago
Pride Festival Controversy at Ashtabula City Council Meeting
Pride Festival Controversy at Ashtabula City Council Meeting

It was standing room only in the Ashtabula city council meeting. Some members of the community asked the board to rescind the permit for the Pride celebration at a public area of Walnut Beach.

12 hrs 46 mins ago
Wesleyville Honors Local Veterans with Military Banners
Wesleyville Honors Local Veterans with Military Banners

Mayor Paul Johnson adopted a similar plan developed by Cambridge Springs.

12 hrs 59 mins ago
House Ways and Means Committee Hearing in Erie
House Ways and Means Committee Hearing in Erie

Congressional members from the House Ways and Means Committee heard testimony from community leaders about how opportunity zones and tax cuts have benefited the area.

13 hrs 19 mins ago
Ten Members of U.S. House Ways and Means Committee Hear Tax Policy Testimony in Erie
Ten Members of U.S. House Ways and Means Committee Hear Tax Policy Testimony in Erie

Congressman Mike Kelly invites colleagues in Congress to hold a field hearing in Erie. Members of the Ways and Means committee want to see how Opportunity Zones legislation benefited Rep. Kelly's district.

18 hrs ago
Push for AAPI History Class Resources during Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Push for AAPI History Class Resources during Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

As one student speaker put it, “Ignorance is a darkness which touches each of us negatively. And education is the light that can lead us out."

18 hrs 41 mins ago
Chautauqua County Promoting Mental Health Awareness in Schools
Chautauqua County Promoting Mental Health Awareness in Schools

In Chautauqua County significant strides have been made to promote mental health awareness within the school districts.

19 hrs 33 mins ago
ICC Moves Forward with Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas Leaders, Triggers Bipartisan Criticism
ICC Moves Forward with Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas Leaders, Triggers Bipartisan Criticism

The International Criminal Court plans to move forward with arrest warrants for Hamas leaders and top Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It is the first time the ICC has targeted the top leader of a close U.S. ally

Senate Looks to Revive Border Security Bill, House Expected to Squash Measure
Senate Looks to Revive Border Security Bill, House Expected to Squash Measure

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Senate is trying to revive their bipartisan border security deal. New York Senator Chuck Schumer (D- NY) announced the Senate will take up the bill this week. The bill aims to address the crisis at our border. The bill has a slim ch

20 hrs 3 mins ago
Erie Downtown Partnership, Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority Announce Return of 14th Fest
Erie Downtown Partnership, Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority Announce Return of 14th Fest

14th Fest is free admission and open to the public from 5-10 p.m. 

20 hrs 36 mins ago
Logistics Plus Discusses Whistlestops for Ukraine Tour in Erie
Logistics Plus Discusses Whistlestops for Ukraine Tour in Erie

Erie is one of ten stops that will be part of the Whistlestops for Ukraine Tour across the United States.

20 hrs 55 mins ago
Bonded Services Operating in Erie for Over 70 Years: Giving You the Business
Bonded Services Operating in Erie for Over 70 Years: Giving You the Business

Erie News Now is checking out the changes over the years, and how it's always been a family affair.

20 hrs 56 mins ago
Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 20
Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 20

Erie Digital News Now Highlights: May 20

21 hrs 11 mins ago
Erie Sports Commission to Host Go Play Day Event at Lake Shore BMX
Erie Sports Commission to Host Go Play Day Event at Lake Shore BMX

Although the event is free, pre-registration is required. Registration is open now and will stay open until sessions are full. Each session is limited to 15 participants. 

22 hrs 19 mins ago
Asbury Woods Announces Monday Music in the Woods Schedule
Asbury Woods Announces Monday Music in the Woods Schedule

The music series will be held on Mondays 6-8 p.m. starting on June 3 through July 29. Visitors are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the show. 

22 hrs 30 mins ago
2024 Erie Summer Entertainment List
2024 Erie Summer Entertainment List

Festival season is in full swing here in Erie! 

22 hrs 48 mins ago
Erie County Community College Launches Construction Trades Training Program
Erie County Community College Launches Construction Trades Training Program

At the end of the program, the school will line up interviews with local employers to help students almost immediately transition from the classroom to the job site, getting valuable work experience.

23 hrs 37 mins ago
Shapiro Administration, Veterans Groups, PennDOT Highlight Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Shapiro Administration, Veterans Groups, PennDOT Highlight Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

Through PennDOT's Pennsylvania Motorcycle Safety Program (PAMSP), residents with a motorcycle safety permit can earn a motorcycle license or license holders can come and refresh their skills. 

May 20th, 11:04 AM EDT