Wednesday, Governor Josh Shapiro (D-PA) indicated his strong support for the designation of a City Revitalization and Improvement Zone for Erie, and said he was "bullish on Erie's future."
Those remarks came in an exclusive Erie radio interview with Joel...
Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) and Sen. Sharif Street (D-3) today announced plans to reintroduce a bipartisan proposal to legalize adult-use marijuana in Pennsylvania, reflecting the strong support of two-thirds of Pennsylvanians across rural, suburban, and urban communities.
“Pennsylvania has made...
On Tuesday, Erie County Executive Brenton Davis, along with members of County Council, and Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority CEO Dr. Perry Wood announced a $2.5 million ARP fund investment from the county, along with a match of $2.5...
Sen. Dan Laughlin (R-49) announced today the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) has approved more than $1 million in funding for key transportation and infrastructure projects across Erie County. The projects, aimed at improving public walkways, pedestrian safety and local roadways,...
The Erie’s Public Schools Board of Directors has selected Dr. Natalyn Gibbs as the district’s next superintendent following an extensive national search. She will officially assume the role on July 1, 2025, with her transition beginning on April 1.
Dr....
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Erie announced the passing of Rev. Monsignor Thomas Joseph Patrick McSweeney, who died Tuesday at the age of 79.
Msgr. McSweeney was known as "a gifted communicator, educator and dedicated priest", according to a Diocese...
With tax season underway, the Shapiro Administration is reminding Pennsylvanians that the Department of Revenue offers free online tools and resources that can help people seamlessly file their tax returns.
“If you’re looking to save time and money this tax season, we’re here to...
Major Attraction Will Draw Visitors from Across Great Lakes Region
The Erie Zoo will present the region’s first-ever Chinese Lantern Festival, Glow Wild, produced by Hanart Culture. The zoo announced today that the world-renowned event will be at the zoo from...
The second shipyard will see the completion of critical repairs and maintenance of Pennsylvania’s Flagship, the U.S. Brig Niagara, ensuring she can continue to sail from Erie and serve as a dynamic educational experience at the Erie Maritime Museum
The Pennsylvania...
Today, U.S. Rep. Mike Kelly (R-PA) honored Chris Sirianni, of Erie, as the first recipient of the Community Champion Award in 2025.
Sirianni, who owns The Brewerie at Union Station in Erie, co-founded the Lake Erie Ale Trail in 2014 to promote the growing...
