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‘Future is bright for PennWest’
Dr. Jon Anderson’s first order of business as the new president of Pennsylvania Western University is to vigorously promote the three campuses of California, Clarion and Edinboro. That is key, he says, to addressing the formidable challenge he faces at all three PennWest campuses – a substantial decline in...
Final Matchup Set
Falconer beat Dunkirk 8-4 at LaGrega Field in Lakewood and Fredonia topped Gowanda 13-9 at Gravit Field in Mayville in District 38 Little League 8-10 Non-Sanctioned Tournament semifinals Tuesday. For Falconer, Noah Nelson, Lucas Arrance, Jayce Stewart and Owen Dickerson combined for a four-hitter on the mound, while Andrew Youngberg, Dominic Rizzo and Aiden Rhinehart each had a pair of hits. For Fredonia, Rocco Bongiovanni led the way with three hits, including a double. Carter Long, Bruno Muscarella and Tristan Darr (double) each had two hits, and Dominic Carapella added a double. Bongiovanni, Muscarella and Carapella worked on the mound for Fredonia.
Mi Scuzi to open at Millcreek Mall. Menu contains Italian favorites, specialties, brunch
Restaurateur Michael Farsace is looking forward to showing off his brand new restaurant at 700 Millcreek Mall Blvd., outside JCPenney. He doesn't have to wait much longer. The grand opening is Wednesday — it's open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. — and reservations are getting scarce for the rest of the week.
First-place finisher
Benjamin Ackley, from Apex, North Carolina, took first-place honors in the Great Lakes Junior Golf Tour Battle at the Vineyards Tournament held at Green Meadows Golf Course in North East, Pennsylvania, on July 16-17 in the 10-to-12-year-old boys age group. Shooting a total score of 3-over 75, Ben shot an...
50 years later: Erie native undergoes transplant five decades after heart-valve surgeries
The artificial valves implanted in Mary Ann Kozlowski's heart 50 years ago now reside in a cup on one of the Erie native's book shelves. Kozlowski, 69, no longer needs them, except as souvenirs. She underwent heart transplant surgery June 10 at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, where she now lives.
Former WJET colleagues got together for a picnic Sunday
Former colleagues who have worked here at WJET are coming together for a reunion picnic. The reunion includes former news anchors, news directors, camera operators, among several others. Cyndy Patton, a former news anchor of WJET for 20 years, said everyone who attended now works in other areas and lives...
Enjoy North East's Impact on Community: Giving You the Business
When you hear the words "Chamber of Commerce", you might think business, or a group that helps companies thrive, and employees network. Well, one local chamber has a new name but the same hometown pride. The North East Region is the heart of grape country. Where wine flows from more...
Tigers' top pitching prospect continues to dazzle
While Pittsburgh Pirates rookie All-Star Paul Skenes continues to capture the imagination of baseball fans, another top pitching prospect, Jackson Jobe of the Detroit Tigers, waits in the wings. But for how long? Already having a strong 2024 campaign, Jobe dazzled again Saturday for Double-A affiliate, the Erie SeaWolves. The 21-year-old pitched six innings of no-hit ball, posting five strikeouts while throwing 70 pitches, 49 for strikes. Pretty good day at the office for Jackson Jobe.6 IP | 0 H | 0 R | 2 BB | 5 K | 70 pitches, 49 strikes.Jake Higginbotham takes over in the seventh with...
Over $3 million in free back-to-school backpacks to be given out
Erie, Pa. (WJET/WFXP) — On Sunday, July 28th, 2024, over $3 million worth of free backpacks will be given out to over 120,000 students across the U.S. The 12th annual “Schools Rock Backpack Giveaway” by Round Room, which is one of the country’s largest Verizon Authorized Retailers, will take place at 1 p.m. over 1,200 […]
Lake Erie Cyclefest Returns this Weekend
Lake Erie Cyclefest makes its return this week. This year's event will feature six rides over four days across Erie County. Cyclefest will take place July 25-28 and will benefit local nonprofit organizations. According to the Erie Sports Commission, hundreds of cyclists will roll through Erie County from Thursday evening...
Family getaway: Try these 7 day trips near northwestern Pa. this summer
For many schools, summer vacation ends in a little over a month. If the kids are getting restless at home, maybe a day trip can add some more fun to summer and create family memories. You could head to Presque Isle, the Erie Zoo or Waldameer, but if you want...
Grant Awarded For Improvements to Cusimano Westside Overland Trail
The funding will also help with trail improvements on sections of private properties south of Titus Road in Sherman. The latest improvements are part of Phase IV of the Chautauqua County Overland Trails Revitalization Project. The Fred J. Cusimano Westside Overland Trail is a 24 mile-long nature trail spanning four...
You ‘otter’ get moving at new Erie Zoo family fitness day event
(WJET/WFXP)– The Erie Zoo is inviting families in the community to join them for a new family fitness event to get visitors moving while enjoying their visit. This Saturday, July 27, zoogoers can enjoy the Otter Trot Family Fitness Day at the Erie Zoo filled with different fitness activities, like yoga with the Glenwood YMCA, animal movement paths, playscapes and a dance party with DJ Bill Page.
SeaWolves’ Coleman talks upcoming home series promotions
SeaWolves’ team president Greg Coleman joined JET-24’s Mike Fenner live in the studio to talk about the club’s upcoming promotions. Erie hosts Pirates’ affiliate Altoona beginning Tuesday, August 23rd at 6:05 pm at UPMC Park to open a six game home series. Here is a list of the club’s upcoming promotions during the home series […]
New PA law would help level the playing field for large, small pharmacies
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has signed a bill into law that looks to help independent pharmacies. State Representative Pat Harkins joined state Rep. Jessica Benham on Monday at Medicap Pharmacy in Erie. The purpose of the visit was to showcase the new law they said would help make the system...
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