Union strike history in Erie County : Strikes have been a part of Erie County history for generations and although times have changed strikers tell us they can still learn a lot from past walkouts.
House passes two bills to strengthen gun background checks; Senate vows to shoot them down : The House passed two bills this week to strengthen gun background checks. The Democratic majority in the House made this gun control legislation a top priority. But, Anna Wiernicki reports the bill may be empty gestures, as the Republican-controlled Senate may not even vote on the bills and the president has already threatened a veto.
'Cluck Truck' food truck makes its way to Wabtec to help warm those on strike : One local food truck showed up this morning to the former GE site. The Cluck Truck stopped along Water Street to feed hungry strikers.
Wabtec Confirms Plans to File Injunction against Picketers : They have confirmed to us that Friday, March 1st, they will file a request for injunction against workers picketing at the Erie plant.
Federal Mediator Explains Role in Wabtec - UE Labor Dispute : So strike, walkout or lockout, who is right? Michael Franczak, Regional Director for The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service says that's not the question. An Erie based commissioner is working
More closures scheduled for Rt. 20 bridge in Girard : Temporary nighttime closures are scheduled for the Route 20 (Ridge Road) bridge in Girard Township, Erie County, starting March 7th and the 11th.
Inspring woman loses cancer battle : The Albion woman who inspired all who knew her with her courage and faith lost her decade long battle with cancer Wednesday.
Edinboro Community Economic Development organization holds public input meeting : Improving Edinboro was the goal of a community meeting on Wednesday hosted by the Edinboro Community Economic Development organization.
Inspring woman loses cancer battle : The Albion woman who inspired all who knew her with her courage and faith lost her decade long battle with cancer Wednesday.
Wabtec and UE Local 506 release statements while workers make their opinions known : UE Local 506 workers take to the streets saying what they want is a fair contract.
Goodbye, GE; hello, Wabtec... : The name, 'GE' is embedded into Erie's history, but the signage is already changing in Lawrence Park just hours after a merger is set in stone.
WABTEC ANNOUNCING MERGER WITH GE TRANSPORTATION IS COMPLETE : Monday morning, February 25th, Wabtec announcing the company has completed its merger with GE transportation; saying in a press release, This merger establishes Wabtec as a Fortune 500, global transportation and logistics leader by combining Wabtec’s broad range of freight, transit and electronics products with GE Transportation’s best-in-class equipment, services and digital solutions in the...
Kelly to host tele town hall tonight : Congressman Mike Kelly will host a toll-free telephone town hall on Monday for Pennsylvania's 16th Congressional District.
GE union workers have voted to authorize a strike if necessary : Members of UE 506, around 1,700 hundred hourly employees at Wabtec have voiced their opinion by casting a vote. This vote has decided to authorize a strike if necessary. Wabtec wants to come in and change a lot of those things and it's not in our best interest, said President of UE Local 506 Scott Slawson.
Ice House Fest and Chili Cook-Off : Hundreds gather in Conneaut Lake for their annual celebration. Ice sculptures lined the walkways throughout Ice House Park while the Slver Shores Resturaunt was packed for their first time hosting the popular Chili Cook-Off. The weather was great for the event, with temps hovering around 40 degrees most of Saturday.
GE union workers have voted to authorize a strike if necessary : Members of UE 506, around 1,700 hundred hourly employees at Wabtec have voiced their opinion by casting a vote. This vote has decided to authorize a strike if necessary. Wabtec wants to come in and change a lot of those things and it's not in our best interest, said President of UE Local 506 Scott Slawson.
UPMC Park rep's unveil new design plans for multi-million-dollar renovation : UPMC Park will soon become a year 'round destination with state of the art upgrades to the entire facility.
Local economist discusses Wabtec and union dispute : As tension continues between union leadership at General Electric's Erie plant and the company Wabtec, a strike could be happening this saturday.
Highway Safety Law Awareness Week highlights new, important laws in PA : There are a number of new and updated laws that drivers need to be aware of. And, this week, state officials are doing what they can to spread the word about those laws so everyone stays safe on the road.
Save-an-Eye All-Star Game Announcement : Due to renovations to Erie Veteran's Stadium, the annual Save-an-Eye All-Star game is getting a new home and a realignment of teams this summer.
Rubble from Girard Presbyterian Church to be cleared beginning week of March 4th : It's a night parishioners of Girard Presbyterian Church will not forget; July 24th of last year when fire ripped through the church, pretty much burning it to the ground. But now, plans are in the works to rebuild the house of worship.
Governor announces manufacturer will expand to Saegertown, creating 38 new, full-time jobs : Today, Governor Tom Wolf announced that Deist Industries, Inc., a family-owned manufacturer and fabricator of hauling products, will expand by purchasing and renovating a vacant manufacturing facility in Seagertown Borough, Crawford County. The project is expected to create 38 new, full-time jobs in the area.
Meet Kylie Allen-Kulyk, one in a million, with Stiff Persons Syndrome : A local girl is spending her childhood coping with pain most of us can't fathom. It's a mysterious illness and it took nearly a decade to pinpoint a diagnosis.
Meet Kylie Allen-Kulyk, one in a million, with Stiff Persons Syndrome : A local girl is spending her childhood coping with pain most of us can't fathom. It's a mysterious illness and it took nearly a decade to pinpoint a diagnosis.
Tonight on JET 24 Action News at 6, we meet Kylie, who has Stiff Person Syndrome; stay tuned : Today, we meet a local girl with a rare disease, fighting to get her life back.
Tonight on JET 24 Action News at 6, we meet Kylie, who has Stiff Person Syndrome; stay tuned : Today, we meet a local girl with a rare disease, fighting to get her life back.
Dry Conneaut Lake Borough may undergo a change in the future : Supporters of alcohol sales in Conneaut Lake Borough are hoping the third time's the charm.
Highway Safety Law Awareness Week highlights new, important laws in PA : There are a number of new and updated laws that drivers need to be aware of. And, this week, state officials are doing what they can to spread the word about those laws so everyone stays safe on the road.
Crawford County supervisors ask to be let out of lease : It may be too pricey for the county government to continue to operate the Woodcock Lake Park and Campground.
Fundraiser for teen with rare disease : Kylie Kulyk is probably one of the bravest 18 year olds you'll ever meet. Years ago she began having debillitating, full-body muscle spasms that doctors could not explain. After 8 excruciating years with no answers, she was finally diagnosed with Stiff Person's Symdrome. Last year Kylie spend about 170 days in the hospital. There is no cure for her disease. Because of the...
Questionable whether GE union workers will come to agreement with Wabtec before deal closes : Negotiations are continuing this week between unionized workers at Erie's General Electric plant and Pittsburgh-based Wabtec Corporation.
State Police Arrest 21-Year-Old After High Speed Pursuit : Driver tops speeds of 122 mph in attempt to elude state police. The 21-year-old now faces multiple charges and traffic violations.
Fundraiser for teen with rare disease : Kylie Kulyk is probably one of the bravest 18 year olds you'll ever meet. Years ago she began having debillitating, full-body muscle spasms that doctors could not explain. After 8 excruciating years with no answers, she was finally diagnosed with Stiff Person's Symdrome. Last year Kylie spend about 170 days in the hospital. There is no cure for her disease. Because of the...
Kids of Erie County receive free dental care : Children who might not have access to dental care now have more resources than ever before in Erie County.
Nortthwestern's Will Gadson Reflects on First Year : Northwestern's Will Gadson reflects on his first season as the boys basketball coach at just 23 years old. Gadson's Wildcats open the post season Friday night against Girard.
Free apprenticeship program in Erie to be offered in Erie : A free apprenticeship program is being offered in the Erie area and applications for enrollment are just weeks away from opening.
Auditor general calls on schools to adopt firm anti-child abuse policies : Almost a quarter of a million students in Pennsylvania attend schools that have outdated or missing policies dealing with suspected child abuse.
T-Mobile and Sprint merger may go through following CEO promises not to hike prices : Executives from T-Mobile and Sprint defending their decision to merge on Capitol Hill.
Owner of bankruptcy firm to run for judge in Court of Common Pleas : The owner of an Erie bankruptcy firm joins the race for a seat on the bench. Attorney Rebeka Seelinger announces her run for judge in the Erie County Court of Common Pleas.
PA students to have new loan options next year : Students in Pennsylvania struggling to pay for college will have a new option in the next school year. PHEAA is launching the 'Pennsylvania Forward Student Loan Program,' starting with the 2019-2020 school year.
New LECOM study finds link between autism and hearing problems in children : A new study is looking at the link between autism and hearing problems in children. That study performed right here in Erie at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.
New LECOM study finds link between autism and hearing problems in children : A new study is looking at the link between autism and hearing problems in children. That study performed right here in Erie at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Judge determines Leclair is responsible for search costs to find his wife : A man convicted with the calculated killing of his wife now has to pay restitution to the US Coast Guard.
Girl Scout STEM Day at Penn State Behrend : For the past three years dozens of Girl Scouts from the Northwest Pennsylanvia chapter of the group have been participating in an event that encourages them to explore science, technology, engineering and mathmatics, (aka: STEM). These girls are experimenting using everyday materials in some cases. One group...
Local Company Looking to Grow Workforce : Creating jobs, increase gross domestic product in the county, and to move the county forward to create jobs at livable wages, said Company Mentor Brenton Davis.
Police demand Google remove Waze app that alerts drivers of police locations : New York Police are demanding Google remove an app feature from the Waze App that allows users to point out where police are located.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Taking Legal Action Against UPMC : It asks the Commonwealth Court to make sure UPMC abides by Pennsylvania's charities law to protect and promote the public interest.
New state bill would limit length of probation sentences : There has been plenty of talk this year by lawmakers, as well as the governor, about reforming the state's criminal justice system. Now, a new bill introduced in the State Senate aims to do that by reforming the state's probation system.
HANDS organization looks to purchase Boston Store for $6.25 million : An organization with a long history of providing housing in Erie will soon take over Erie's iconic Boston Store building. The HANDS organization will make that purchase from a Kansas-based company for $6.25 million.
Edinboro seeks business-savvy high school students for Summer Business Academy : Xavier and Tina Williams Business Academy applications due by March 22
Fairview Township asks drivers to avoid intersection of Routes 20 and 98, possibly for a week... : Fairview Township has announced problems at the intersection of Routes 20 and 98. They say there is no power to the traffic signals due to an accident.
Attorney General files petition against UPMC for violating PA's charities laws : Attorney General Josh Shapiro today filed a petition in Commonwealth Court to modify the consent decrees governing the relationship between UPMC and Highmark, two of the largest health care providers and insurers in the western Pennsylvania market. The petition requests that the Court impose modifications to protect and promote the public interest by ensuring that UPMC abides by its...