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local-news1 year ago

Severe Snowstorm Disrupts Erie with Parking Bans and Travel Chaos

The City of Erie has declared a Snow Emergency from Friday to Sunday due to heavy snowfall, extending Odd-Even parking rules to facilitate snow plowing and emergency vehicle access. Residents are urged to comply with parking regulations, with police issuing tickets for non-compliance. Those in cul-de-sacs should use driveways, and others should park on one side of the street to aid plowing efforts. The city advises minimizing street use to ensure efficient snow removal.

via YourErie|
#erie#local-news#parking-regulations
astronomy1 year ago

"Total Solar Eclipse to Grace Erie, Pennsylvania in 2024"

Erie, Pennsylvania experienced an unforgettable 3 minutes and 42 seconds in the path of totality for the 2024 solar eclipse, with the sky going dark, streetlights coming on, and a noticeable temperature drop. The next opportunities to witness a total solar eclipse in the U.S. will be in 2033 (Alaska), 2044 (Montana, North Dakota), and 2045 (coast to coast). The next chance to see it in Erie will be in 2144.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|
#astronomy#celestial-event#erie
astronomy1 year ago

"Stunning Solar Eclipse Photos Capture Western Pennsylvania's Sky"

Residents in western Pennsylvania witnessed the solar eclipse, with Pittsburgh experiencing 97% totality and Erie expecting up to 200,000 visitors. Pymatuning State Park, northeastern Ohio, and Cleveland were popular destinations for viewing the eclipse, with observers noting the unique reactions of wildlife and the darkening of the skies. The event drew people from various locations, including Pittsburgh Pirates players and University of Pittsburgh students, who were eager to witness the rare celestial occurrence.

via 90.5 WESA|
#astronomy#erie#pymatuning-state-park
astronomy1 year ago

"2024 Solar Eclipse Draws Pennsylvania's Attention"

The solar eclipse is passing over Pennsylvania, with live coverage from Erie and Pittsburgh providing updates on the partial eclipse, cloud coverage, and interactive activities at the Carnegie Science Center. Crowds are gathering in Erie's Liberty Park and Perry Square for prime viewing spots, with the city expecting a significant influx of visitors. Many schools in the Pittsburgh area have canceled classes or will dismiss students early for the day due to the eclipse.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|
#astronomy#erie#live-coverage
health1 year ago

"Warning Issued for Hepatitis A Symptoms at Erie Cracker Barrel"

A case of Hepatitis A has been confirmed in an employee at a Cracker Barrel in Erie, Pennsylvania, prompting health officials to advise diners who visited the restaurant between January 30 and February 21, 2024, to watch for symptoms of the contagious liver disease. The restaurant has taken measures to ensure the safety of its guests and staff, and the health department is working to provide vaccinations and set up vaccine events for those potentially exposed.

via WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland|
#cracker-barrel#department-of-health#erie
obituary2 years ago

Remembering Emily Matson: The Tragic Loss of a Beloved TV Anchor

Emily Matson, a beloved news anchor at Erie News Now, has died at the age of 42. Matson, who worked at the station for 19 years, was known for her positive attitude, sense of humor, and dedication to her community. Her colleagues remember her as a mentor and a source of inspiration. Matson's death has been ruled as a suicide. She will be remembered for her impact on the Erie community and her passion for storytelling.

via GoErie.com|
#colleagues#emily-matson#erie
obituary2 years ago

Tragic Loss: Local News Anchor Emily Matson Passes Away at 42

Emily Matson, a beloved news anchor and reporter at WICU-TV in Erie, PA, has passed away at the age of 42. Matson had been with the NBC affiliate for nearly two decades and was known for her passion and dedication to delivering news to the Erie community. She began her career as an intern and worked her way up to co-anchor the nightly news. Matson was a two-time winner of the Outstanding Spot News Award and was highly regarded by her colleagues and viewers.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#emily-matson#erie#news-anchor
local-news2 years ago

Erie Prepares for Population Surge During 2024 Total Eclipse

Erie, Pennsylvania is preparing for a population boom of 65,000 to 250,000 people during the total eclipse in 2024, as it is the only major city in Pennsylvania that will be in the path of totality. Hotels, bed and breakfasts, and campgrounds are already sold out, and the city is planning various events and parties to celebrate the astronomical event. Erie has set up a website with information on accommodations and other eclipse-related details. The total eclipse will last three minutes and 40 seconds, and signs will be placed on highways to warn drivers of the sudden darkness.

via CBS Pittsburgh|
#erie#events#local-news
politics2 years ago

"City Mayor Demands Trump Settle $35k Unpaid Bill Ahead of Erie Rally"

The mayor of Erie, Pennsylvania, Joe Schember, has demanded that Donald Trump reimburse a $35,000 bill from a campaign rally held in 2018 before his planned return for another rally this weekend. The city has made several unsuccessful attempts to recover the costs incurred for security arrangements and employee-related expenses. Despite the unpaid bill, preparations for the upcoming event are underway. Similar complaints of unpaid dues have been raised in other cities visited by Trump during his campaign.

via The Independent|
#campaign-rally#donald-trump#erie
labor-negotiations2 years ago

Wabtec and Union Reach Last Minute Agreement to Avoid Strike.

Negotiations between Wabtec Corp. and its union workforce in Erie have been extended after a midnight deadline passed with no agreement. Talks will resume on Saturday at 10 a.m. The two parties have been negotiating since April 27, with the United Electrical, Radio and Machine Workers of America representing more than 1,400 workers in Erie. The first contract between the two parties, a four-year agreement, was reached only after a nine-day strike that began almost immediately after the purchase of GE Transportation was finalized.

via GoErie.com|
#erie#labor-negotiations#negotiations
sports2 years ago

Mercyhurst hockey player removed from team after wheelchair incident.

Carson Briere, son of Philadelphia Flyers interim general manager Danny Briere, has been removed from the Mercyhurst University men's ice hockey team following charges of pushing a disabled woman's wheelchair down the steps of an Erie bar. Briere was charged with criminal mischief, disorderly conduct, and related offenses. He had played in 30 games for Mercyhurst during the 2022-23 season. Briere is due in court in May and has apologized after the video of the incident went viral on social media.

via CBS Philly|
#carson-briere#disability-rights#erie
sports2 years ago

NHL GM's Son Caught Pushing Wheelchair Down Stairs in Nightclub Incident

Mercyhurst University men's hockey player, Carson Briere, has apologized for pushing an empty wheelchair down a flight of stairs at an Erie bar, an incident that led to investigations by Mercyhurst and the Erie police. The video of the incident went viral on social media. Briere's father, a former NHL player, also apologized for his son's actions. No charges have been filed yet, and Mercyhurst's probe related to student conduct is ongoing.

via GoErie.com|
#carson-briere#erie#mercyhurst-university