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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Erie, Pennsylvania, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 598 stories have been published about Erie, Pennsylvania which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Diocese of Erie welcomes two newly ordained priests

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The Diocese of Erie ordained two men into the sacred priesthood Friday night at Saint Peter Cathedral. The two new priests are Reverend Brandon Matthew Feikels, who is a 2017 graduate of Gannon University and Reverend Michael Christopher Scanga, who also graduated from Gannon University. Bishop of Erie, Reverend Lawrence Persicio, said this is the moment they officially become priests. "So, it's important because they receive the sacrament of or…Erie, Pennsylvania · Erie Read Article

Meadville woman arrested after 100 mph chase involving three departments

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(WJET/WFXP)-- A Meadville woman is facing several criminal charges after allegedly leading police from three departments on a car chase spanning several miles. According to Meadville police, the chase started over a stop for a pair of traffic infractions around 10:49 p.m. on May 15 in the 110000 block of Pennsylvania Ave. when the driver initially stopped in the road for but things quickly escalated. Meadville teen being charged as adult fo…Erie, Pennsylvania · Erie Read Article

Three people injured in rollover crash on Wattsburg Road

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A rollover crash sent two people to the hospital Friday evening. It happened around 5:30 p.m. at the 9000 block of Wattsburg Road in front of Boniface Church. Three arrested, face dozens of charges for alleged involvement in PA fentanyl operation When first responders reached the scene, they found one vehicle on its roof and the second vehicle both resulting in moderate damage. That's according to the Kuhl Hose Fire Department Facebook pag…Erie, Pennsylvania · Erie Read Article

Erie water taxis make first voyage after five-year hiatus

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The Erie-Western Pennsylvania Port Authority launched its inaugural water taxi service on a windy 50-degree day, marking the return of water transportation in the area after a five-year hiatus. Aquabus 1 and Aquabus 2 will operate as water taxis, offering scenic rides across the bay starting this Memorial Day weekend. The service will run from Thursday through Sunday and on holidays, with operating hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. throughout the sum…Erie, Pennsylvania · Erie Read Article

Hot dog production ramps up ahead of Memorial Day weekend, summer season

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Memorial Day weekend is what kicks off the start of a busy time of the year for one local company best known for its hot dogs. Representatives from Smith's Provisions said they got off to a bit of a late start this year due to producing hams for Easter, but they've ramped up hot dog production ever since. Presque Isle beaches set to open for season Memorial Day Weekend Five weeks ago, they started building up a massive inventory of hot dog…Memorial Day · Erie Read Article

Erie realtor hosting remodeling sweepstakes benefitting local nonprofits

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One realtor is on a mission to upgrade your space and uplift your community. Stephanie Montgomery from Coldwell Banker Select is beginning a sweepstakes called Remodel with a Purpose. Presque Isle beaches set to open for season Memorial Day Weekend From now until the end of July, participants can purchase a ticket for a chance to win a $1,500 dollar kitchen or bath remodel and 100% of ticket sales are donated to five local nonprofits. Mont…Erie, Pennsylvania · Erie Read Article

Erie students launch weather balloon after months of work

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After months of designing, high school students at Erie's Public Schools watched their engineering project come to life. Engineering students from Erie High and Collegiate Academy launched a high-altitude weather balloon from Biletnikoff Field Friday morning. Presque Isle beaches set to open for season Memorial Day Weekend The students worked with Gannon professor Wookwon Lee to design and create two balloons with data-capturing mechanisms…Public School System · Erie Read Article

SeaWolves' bats stay hot in 11-2 win for Erie's fifth straight victory

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Minor League Baseball (Eastern League): Erie SeaWolves 11 - Hartford 2Baseball · Erie Read Article