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Baby & me, tobacco free program : The Erie County Department of Health (ECDH), along with four community partners, is trained and certified to offer a program to help pregnant women quit smoking and stay quit.

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Bicycle vs truck crash kills boy : An accident involving a bicycle and a truck claims the life of a 12 year old boy in Crawford County.

One child killed, four injured in horse-drawn buggy accident : A nine-year-old boy is dead and four other children injured after their horse-drawn buggy was struck by a pickup truck in Rome Township.

Rib Festival to be held this week : Many see 'Erie's Wild Rib Cook-off & Music Festival' as the start to Erie's summer festivities.  This year's event is sure to start the summer off right with 10 bands, 8 rib teams, an award presentation, and a Kid's Zone to offer fun to everyone.

General McLane hosts first Military Signing Recognition for its Seniors : General McLane High School hosted its first ever Military Signing Recognition to honor the Seniors of the Class of 2017 who have committed to serve our country.     The ceremony honored 6 seniors who are enlisting in the military after graduation this spring.  Senator Michelle Brooks was in attendance and announced she gave each student a flag, currently flying over the capital for the next six days.   The event took place at 10am in the General McLane auditorium, followed by a reception in the school's library.   Students walked across the stage with their parents to shake hands with school and government officials, including Senator Michele Brooks, guests representing the School Board and representatives from Ryan Bizzaro's office.   The students include: Hunter Beddick (Air Force) Brody Wise (Army) Chloe Casbohm (Navy) Derek Hecker (Navy) Marisa Sammons (Navy) Daniel Teed (Arm...

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                                           The first 3 Pictures of the Albion Community Garden                                            of moving the rise boxes and dirt to the new location                                              at the Lutheran Church that both have now joined                                              together as one Community Garden.                                               Besides the shove...

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8 Dead In Mississippi Shooting Spree : We are following a Breaking News Story out of Mississippi. 8 people, including a Sheriffs Deputy, are dead following a shooting spree. It happened late Saturday evening in 3 different locations in Bogue Chitto and Brookhaven Mississippi. The suspect is in custody and has allegedly confessed to the crimes, telling a local newspaper that he didn't intend to kill the deputy, that he ran out of bullets and was hoping for suicide by cop.

Erie Man in Custody After High Speed Chase near Girard : An early morning high speed chase ends with an Erie man in custody.

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Accident in Crossingville claims the life of a 24 year old woman : An accident in Crossingville has claimed the life of one person.

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New bill could allow Pa. State Police to contract with municipalities : Gov. Tom Wolf's proposed $25 per person fee charged to municipalities using full-time Pennsylvania State Police coverage was met with criticism when presented in February. But a new piece of legisl...

Updates to state compliance with Federal Real ID requirement : Governor Wolf signed the Real ID Act today, bringing Pennsylvania one step closer to compliance with the Federal Real ID Act.   According to the Homeland Security website, 'Passed by Congress in 2005, the REAL ID Act enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the Federal Government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver's licenses.”   The Act established minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards and prohibits Federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards.'   Identification must include the following information about the holder to be considered a REAL ID:    Full legal name Birthdate Gender Driver's license or ID card number Digital photograph of the ID holder Address of primary residence ID holder's signature Security feature...

Community College approved today! : The Board of Directors for the Rural Regional College of Northern Pennsylvania (RRC) are pleased to announce that the College was approved by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education, yesterday, May 25, 2017, in accordance with section 1906-G (b) of the Public School Code of 1949. With this approval, the RRC has made the historic achievement of being the first community college like institution north of I-80, and the first regional school of its kind.   RRC Board of Trustees Chairperson Retired Pennsylvania Senator Mary Jo White stated, “The Board of Trustees heartily commends all the individuals who have worked so diligently and professionally in guiding this plan through to its successful approval. It was truly a collaborative team effort that led to the creation of this new college and a new, unique and much needed post-secondary educational option for the area. This will be every community’s college from Erie to Emporium.” ...

State Lawmakers vote today on whether Erie keeps their gaming revenues : State Lawmakers have until today to vote to keep gaming revenues in the community.   Erie county currently receives one percent of gross revenue from Presque Isle Downs and Casino with half of that going to county government and the other half to Erie County Gaming and Revenue Authority and nonprofits.  These funds equate to around $13 million a year.   Those dollars became endangered following a Supreme Court ruling in November, declaring that local share of gaming revenue was unconstitutional.  Lawmakers are looking at a bill that would expand gaming in the state and also preserve those dollars.     The millions of dollars could come to a trickle due to a Supreme Court ruling and a bill passed in the House that redefines who qualifies for the revenue. The changes open up the entire Commonwealth to grabs at the funds.  Perry Wood, Executive Director of the Erie County Gaming...

3rd annual Russian festival this weekend! : The Russian culture is being celebrated this weekend in the third annual troika festival.   'The festival acts as a fundraiser to help support the church's neighborhood improvement and charitable outreach projects,' the festival's website states.   The Church of the Nativity, soon to celebrate 100 years in the year community, has always been interested in helping the community.  Father Steven Pimen Simon, says 'I think... the aspect of many of the Russian community have been deeply involved in many community activities, certainly political fields and other fields in the Erie communtiy...  We have a great relationship, for example, with Saint Patrick's church.  We do a lot of things together; we work on the homeless shelter, we use our community center for the homeless shelter.'   The festival will be held at the Church of the Nativity Community Center on 109 German Street; Erie, PA.   The schedule is as ...

Updates to state compliance with Federal Real ID requirement : The State of Pennsylvania is getting one step closer to compliance with the Federal Real ID Act.   According to the Homeland Security website, 'Passed by Congress in 2005, the REAL ID Act enacted the 9/11 Commission’s recommendation that the Federal Government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver's licenses.”   The Act established minimum security standards for state-issued driver’s licenses and identification cards and prohibits Federal agencies from accepting for official purposes licenses and identification cards from states that do not meet these standards.'   Identification must include the following information about the holder to be considered a REAL ID:    Full legal name Birthdate Gender Driver's license or ID card number Digital photograph of the ID holder Address of primary residence ID holder's signature Security features that prevent tampering, cou...

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Real ID legislation headed to Governor : May 24, 2017 - The State of Pennsylvania getting one step closer to compliance with the Federal Real ID Act.

New blood test can detect breast cancer : ERIE, Pa - A simple blood test that accurately detects the presence or absence of breast cancer in patients with questionable imaging findings, is now available in Erie.

Governor Wolf hosts Erie area roundtable on opioid epidemic : Wednesday May 24, 2017 - Governor Tom Wolf joined several members of local law enforcement, health and human services providers and families affected by opioid epidemic.

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Allegheny Health Network announces new President of St. Vincent Hospital : Allegheny Health Network (AHN), today announced the appointment of Christopher Clark, DO, MHA, as President of Saint Vincent Hospital.  Dr. Clark will assume his new position in early June.      Born at Saint Vincent and a lifelong resident of the Erie community, Dr. Clark is a practicing family physician who has served in a number of leadership roles at the hospital over the past decade, including Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs, Chief Quality Officer, Associate Chief Medical Officer and Director of Continuing Medical Education.      For the past two and a half years, Dr. Clark has worked in Erie as a medical director for Highmark Inc., responsible for helping guide strategy, product development and interventions designed to optimize the health and well-being of the insurer’s member populations.   Cynthia Hundorfean, President and Chief Executive Officer of AHN, s...

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Stop the Bleed campaign spread across Erie : Tuesday May 23, 2017 - Trying to remain calm during a situation involving mass casualties is not easy, but it's important for the public to know how to step up and possibly save a life.

Former State Senator and Community Servant William Sesler Dies : Former State Senator William Sesler, a long-time community and democratic party leader, has died at age 89. Sesler represented north west Pennsylvania in the state senate from 1960 to 1972.

SeaWolves Blow 9th Inning Lead; Lose to Harrisburg : HARRISBURG (19-23) 14-18-0ERIE (19-22) 13-16-1BOX SCORE    GAME LOGIn a night illuminated by offensive fireworks, the SeaWolves dropped a heartbreaking 14-13 loss Monday to the Harrisburg Senators at UPMC Park.Erie held a 13-9 lead going into the 9th inning, but failed to hold off the Senators whole piled on five runs. Harrisburg DH Jose Marmamolejos hit the go-ahead grand slam off of Waldis Joaquin to give the Senators the lead since the bottom of the 3rd.Gabriel Quintana cranked...

Otters Record Record Night in Memorial Cup Win : May 22, 2017

Seeking Vietnam era veterans for June 13 pinning ceremony : To thank and honor Vietnam War-era veterans, state Rep. Ryan Bizzarro and the office of U.S. Sen. Pat Toomey are serving as hosts of a commemorative pin ceremony at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 13, at the Millcreek American Legion Post 773, 4109 W. 12th St.

Erie Community Foundation backs plan for community college : The Erie Community Foundation backs a plan for a community college, providing funds to create tax free sustainability.

Empower Erie discusses tuition, financing community college : Empower Erie discussed plans for the Erie County Community College at the Blasco Memorial Library Monday.

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Crash Victim Says Helmet Saved His Life : Monday May 22, 2017 - A Crawford County man hurt in a motorcycle accident earlier this month remains at UPMC Hamot. He says his helmet saved his life.

Crash Victim Says Helmet Saved His Life : Monday May 22, 2017 - A Crawford County man hurt in a motorcycle accident earlier this month remains at UPMC Hamot. He says his helmet saved his life.

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Live music fundraiser for non-for-profit Embracing Our Veterans : More than 540 thousand veterans suffer from post traumatic stress disorder, and for some the help is hard to come by.   One local organization is trying to change that, one song at a time.   The non-for-profit Embracing Our Veterans hosted a fundraiser, 'Whammi’n ’n Jamm’n 4 Our Veterans.'   Several bands -- some made of up of veterans -- performed at the Oasis Pub.   'You may have served in combat. You wore the uniform. You're strong. You're this lean fighting machine, and you come home and you struggle. You know darn well you can get through it because look what I just came through,' said Kim Lengling, a U.S. Air Force veteran/   Three years ago she and Tina Schiefelbein launched Embracing Our Veterans.   They've supported hundreds of veterans in Erie and Crawford County, including Evelyn Toskin.   'When you're in the military, you're told to go to eat at a certain time. You'...

Vernon Township Vol. Fire Department Returns To Service : The Vernon Township Vol. Fire Department in Crawford County has returned to service after an internal political dispute is settled, at least temporarily. The Meadville Tribune is reporting that the fire department's Board of Directors has removed Fire Chief John Yount and appointed a former Asst. Fire Chief, Derek Leskowak to take over. The department returned to service at about 8 pm Friday night. We will have much more on this situation on 24 Action News at 6pm .

Brent Davis Concedes from Race against Oligeri for County Executive : ERIE, Pa - Two campaigns watched the totals very closely today in the race for the Republican spot on the ballot for Erie County Executive.

Official Ballots for November Election are Set : ERIE, Pa - After several hours of final counting, the official ballots for the November election are set.

Vernon Twp Fire Department suspends service : The fire chief at Vernon Township Fire Department has suspended service because of an ongoing dispute with the fire department's board of directors.

Death on I-90 Ruled Suicide : State Police are working to piece together exactly what led to an early morning death along Interstate 90.

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Grant money awarded through Greenways Program : Erie County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper announced more than $187,000 in Greenways Program grant money Thursday.

Search for missing man underway : Police and first responders are involved in a search for a missing man this morning.

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Washington Township Considers Medical Marijuana Zoning Ordinance : Washington Township, near Edinboro, is being pro-active in case developers look at the township as a possible site as a possible location for  a medical marijuana grow complex or dispensary.

Preparing for the Primary : Links to election and voting offices in our region.

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Investors Host Job Fair for Medical Marijuana Growing Facility : Efforts are moving forward to develop one of the new medical marijuana growing facilities in Corry.  Today, investors met with people in the community to bring them up to date, and possibly land so...

Obituary for Howard L. Campbell | Marcy Funeral Home : Obituary for Howard L. Campbell |   Former Conneaut resident, Howard L. Campbell, 90, of Fort Pierce, FL, passed away Saturday morning, May 6, 2017. He was born June 21, 1926 in Albion, PA, and was the son of Donald and Ruth (English) Campbell. After graduation, Howard joined the US Navy serving for 6...

Obituary for Pearl E. (Wilcox) Mundkowsky | Marcy Funeral Home : Obituary for Pearl E. (Wilcox) Mundkowsky | Pearl E. Mundkowsky, 93, passed away Tuesday at Wesbury in Meadville, Pa, she was born August 20, 1923 in N. Springfield, Pa to Alvinza & Gladys (Thompson) Wilcox. Pearl belonged to West Springfield United Methodist Church where she was part of the Naomi Circle and a member of...

Harborcreek Youth Services dedicates new facility : Harborcreek Youth Services celebrated the opening of a new campus building on Thursday.

Pennsylvania State Police investigating murder/suicide : Pennsylvania State Police in Girard are investigating a murder/suicide in Cranesville.

Renovations to Department of Veterans Affairs office begin : Veterans will soon have a new place to go for access to assistance programs.

Edinboro University graduates nearly 800 students : Today marks a new chapter for nearly 800 college graduates.    Edinboro University held its spring commencement ceremony for undergraduate and graduate students this morning.   565 bachelors degrees and 144 masters degrees were given out.   Even Jet 24 producer Karlee Dies crossed the stage.    Edinboro presented an honorary degree to Dr. Rachel Levin, a physician general for the commonwealth of Pennsylvania.   Graduates tells us they're excited to take on what they call the 'real world.'   This class's top majors were fine arts, business administration and psychology.

Erie Otters are OHL Champs : May 12, 2017 - The Erie Otters are champions of the Ontario Hockey League after a dramatic 4-3 overtime win at the Erie Insurance Arena.

Pennsylvania State Police investigating murder/suicide : Pennsylvania State Police in Girard are investigating a murder/suicide in the Cranesville area.

Body found in Saybrook Twp : May 11, 2017 -  An arrest in Sharon PA believed to be connected to a body found in Ohio.

Tall Ships Erie 2019 Dates Announced : The Flagship Niagara League is proud to present Tall Ships Erie 2019.

Click It or Ticket Starts Monday : Monday kicks off the Click it or Ticket campaign, raising awareness on the importance seatbelt use.