Northwestern Albion Area News

Biden team readies wider economic package after virus relief : Looking beyond the $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill, President Joe Biden and lawmakers are laying the groundwork for another top legislative priority — a long-sought boost to the nation’s roads, bri…

Local nonprofits see financial impact from the pandemic : Nonprofits in Erie County are struggling financially from the pandemic. We spoke with a local nonprofit that is currently having troubles during this pandemic. Nonprofits in Erie County are struggl…

Life in the Nation's Capitol : From stricter security measures to working virtually, things look a lot different than one year ago in Washington D.C.

First Lady Jill Biden to Visit Waterford on Wednesday : Details of First Lady's visit not outlined yet.

Emergency Meeting at Wesleyville Hose Company Firehall : A meeting is set for 6:00 on Sunday night to discuss the future of the volunteer fire department.

Friday Night Lights 2/26/2021 Part 1 : High School Boys Basketball North East 49- Girard 42 McDowell 76- Mercyhurst Prep 44 Erie High 62- Sharpsville 34 Meadville 55- Fairview 48 Cambridge Springs 50- Cochranton 39 Eisenhower 45- Maplew…

Regional wrestling highlights (2-27-21) : Coverage from the NWPA high school regional wrestling Saturday action in class 2A and 3A.

Girard beats Northwestern 49-36 : Boys high school basketball: Girard 49 – Northwestern 36

FDA authorizes Johnson & Johnson’s single-dose COVID-19 vaccine : The Food and Drug Administration authorized Johnson and Johnson’s single-dose COVID-19 vaccine on Saturday, making it the third vaccine approved for emergency use in the U.S.

Why you should stop waiting to sell your home : (NerdWallet) – Real estate agents have an urgent message for homeowners: Now is the time to sell. “A lot of people are missing the best market now by waiting,” says agent Kris Lindahl. Home s…

Crawford County High School senior throws his hat in the ring for Crawford County Clerk of Courts : A Crawford County High School senior has thrown his hat in the ring for Crawford County Clerk of Courts. 18-year-old Roan Hunter is a senior at Meadville area High School. Hunter is inspired to run…

Presque Isle Bay melts as temperatures rise : After several days with temperatures above freezing this week and then plenty of rain, some of Presque Isle’s thick bay ice is disappearing.

Standardized Tests for Schools Delayed Until Fall : The Department of Education allows schools to delay any standardized test until fall 2021.

Girl scouts kick off their cookie season with Representative Ryan Bizzarro and a drive thru : Girl scouts are kicking off their cookie season with Representative Ryan Bizzarro. This season of girl scouts for troop 36823 is started out with a car drive thru today at 10:30 a.m. The cars would…

Third stimulus checks: Here’s where we stand as February ends : On early Saturday, the idea of a new round of $1,400 stimulus checks moved one step closer to reality as the House approved a $1.9 trillion pandemic relief bill. Here’s who would get a paymen…

Zoo Opens for 2021 Season : Families brace the cold and enjoy seeing their favorite animals as the zoo opens for the new season.

Students and Faculty Take Part in Polar Pop : The Robert Benjamin Wiley Community Charter School is the latest school to participate in the Polar Pop Challenge.

J&J’s 1-dose shot cleared, giving US 3rd COVID-19 vaccine : By LAURAN NEERGAARD and MATTHEW PERRONE Associated Press

Friday Night Lights 2/26/2021 Part 1 : High School Boys Basketball North East 49- Girard 42 McDowell 76- Mercyhurst Prep 44 Erie High 62- Sharpsville 34 Meadville 55- Fairview 48 Cambridge Springs 50- Cochranton 39 Eisenhower 45- Maplew…

Gannon Freezes Tuition and Housing Costs for Upcoming School Year : For the first time in almost 20 years, there won't be a tuition increase at Gannon University for the 2021-2022 school year.

Win Over Conneaut Keeps Winning Streak Going for Harbor Creek : HS Boys BasketballConneaut 33 Harbor Creek 60 FGirard 51 Conneaut, OH 49 FYoungsville 48 Corry 85 FTitusville 27 Oil City 75 F HS Girls BasketballMcDowell 54 Erie 40 FHarbor Creek 36 General McLane…

Freezing For A Reason. : Local students, faculty and staff raise money for Unified Track and Erie Special Olympics.

U.S. Attorney for Western District of Pennsylvania Resigning : Scott W. Brady has served in the position since being sworn in Dec. 14, 2017.

Pennsylvania Aligns COVID-19 Quarantine Guidelines with CDC : The guidelines do not mean the vaccine is only effective for three months; instead, it's unclear how long immunity from vaccine will last.

Penn State Plans Full Return to Campus for Fall 2021 Semester : University leaders say they are planning on a number of different scenarios if public health conditions change or if government guidelines change before the fall semester.

Erie County Public Library to Reopen March 8 : The library will remain open as long as local COVID-19 case numbers remain sustainable, the county said.

St. Patrick's Day, Zoo Parades Canceled Due to Pandemic : Organizers say the ongoing pandemic along with Pennsylvania Department of Health capacity restrictions on events and gatherings are cited as the reasons for the cancellations.

Gannon Announces Spring Football Schedule : The Golden Knights will play a pair of home games at Veterans Stadium.

Gas prices affecting local transportation services

Edinboro Students Work to Keep Area Waters Clean : 'There is roughly 22 million pounds of plastic that enter the great lakes. Its one of the worlds largest fresh water bodies on our planet and that really hit home to us,' says Co-Founder of Fish Gods,

Erie County Courthouse to Reopen to Public March 8 : It said county officials will monitor the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and make any necessary changes.

Win Over Conneaut Keeps Winning Streak Going for Harbor Creek : HS Boys BasketballConneaut 33 Harbor Creek 60 FGirard 51 Conneaut, OH 49 FYoungsville 48 Corry 85 FTitusville 27 Oil City 75 F HS Girls BasketballMcDowell 54 Erie 40 FHarbor Creek 36 General McLane…

Dr. Rachel Levine answers questions from senators in confirmation hearing : Dr. Rachel Levine took questions from senators in her hearing to be confirmed for the Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services position. Levine was nominated by President Joe Biden, elevati…

Amid pandemic, flu all but disappears in US : February is usually the peak of flu season, with doctors’ offices and hospitals packed with suffering patients. But not this year.

Voters on ‘permanent’ mail-in ballot list are being asked to reapply annually : Voters who signed up last year for a mail-in voting list described as “permanent” are being asking to reapply for mail ballots annually. “Voters who were given an option last year to register for a…

One-third of freshwater fish face extinction, report says : “World’s Forgotten Fishes” details the detrimental effects that the loss of freshwater fish species could have on the planet, as fish are essential to “the health of the wor…

Erie County officials weigh in on statewide COVID-19 vaccine decrease : COVID-19 vaccine distribution is decreasing across the commonwealth. This week, vaccines are decreasing by 50%. Erie County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper tells JET 24 Action News that Erie County shou…

DIGITAL EXCLUSVE: Working from home continues in first months of 2021 : Working remote is still the norm for a lot of companies as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. As many employees in the area are reaching the one-year mark of this lifestyle, …

COVID-19 bill can’t include $15 minimum wage hike, Senate referee says : The Democratic-controlled Senate cannot include President Joe Biden’s proposed $15 per hour minimum wage in a $1.9 trillion coronavirus bill the party aims to pass without Republican votes, t…

State Senators asking Biden Administration to waive standardized testing in Pa. : The chairs of the state senate education committee say students need a sense of stability, and that doesn’t mean more assessments.

EXPLAINER: Meet the vaccine appointment bots, and their foes : By MATT O'BRIEN and CANDICE CHOI Associated Press

Erie Zoo Opening Day Sells Out, Additional Day Added : Free tickets for Saturday, Feb. 27 sold out in three days. Tickets are now available for Sunday, Feb. 28.

Best Buy just laid off 5,000 workers and will close more stores : By Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN Business Best Buy said Thursday that it laid off 5,000 workers this month and is planning to close more stores this year as more consumers buy electronics online.

The Key to Distributing Vaccines to Rural Areas : County leaders say a top priority is to get vaccines out to rural areas. But how will that happen? Local residents share their insight as to how distribution could happen outside of the city.

Great Lake Ice Break Coming to Presque Isle Bay : An approximately 12’ sculpture will be placed on the ice, and the public can go online and predict when the ice will break, causing the sculpture to plunge into the water.

Vaccine Doses Delivered : Here's a list of medical providers receiving coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine allotments by week as reported by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

As hospital numbers fall, fatigued staff get relief at last : By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH and TODD RICHMOND Associated Press

Conservative gathering to feature Trump's false fraud claims : By JILL COLVIN and STEVE PEOPLES Associated Press

Biden directive expands jobless aid to more unemployed : By CHRISTOPHER RUGABERAP Economics Writer

US bombs facilities in Syria used by Iran-backed militia : By LOLITA C. BALDOR and ROBERT BURNS Associated Press

Winter Storm Woes & Insurance Claims : Homeowners who suffered damage during recent winter storms may get unexpected news when they call their insurance agents, especially if they haven't prepared ahead of time.

Lake Erie Quadrangle Considered for Sanctuary Designation Following Review of Nomination : The main goal of the designation is to preserve and protect known and undiscovered shipwrecks in both the United States and Canada.

Amid pandemic, flu all but disappears in US : February is usually the peak of flu season, with doctors’ offices and hospitals packed with suffering patients. But not this year.

Vote to Approve Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Set for Friday : 'It's sort of a one day lets hear, lets talk, lets hear from the public and make a decision whether or not that emergency use authorization should be given,' says Erie News Now Contributor, Dr. Becky

Girard Teachers Get Vaccinated : Teachers in Girard talk about why they decided to roll up their sleeves and get vaccinated.

The Whole Darn Thing Sub Shop Expanding to Edinboro : The new sandwich shop will be located at 318 Plum St., which is the former Lakeside Bagel location.

Vaccinate PA provides quick online search for information for vaccine locations in Pennsylvania : If you are still trying to figure out where you can get a vaccine in Pennsylvania, you can now find that information through a quick online search. Vaccinatepa.org is a website providing informatio…

What to know about the UPMC COVID-19 vaccine registration : If you meet the Pennsylvania Department of Health’s Phase 1a criteria, you can now register to receive a COVID-19 vaccine from UPMC. In Phase 1a, people 65 and older and people ages 16-64 with medi…

Fairview’s Flaherty reflects on milestone win : Fairview boys basketball head coach Pat Flaherty reflects on win #300 in his 17-year head coaching career including the relationship he had with his father throughout their years in basketball toge…

Fairview Wins Big, Flaherty Reaches 300th Career Victory : The Fairview boys basketball team overpowered Conneaut Area on Tuesday night to give head coach Pat Flaherty career win number 300.

Fairview tops Corry 73-36 : Boys high school basketball: Fairview 73 – Corry 36

Lancers edge Eagles 65-55 : Boys high school basketball: General McLane 65 – Erie First Christian 55

‘Real world’ test of Pfizer COVID vaccine confirms effectiveness at preventing illness, even after single dose : A real-world test of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine in more than half a million people confirms that it’s very effective at preventing serious illness or death, even after one dose.

Second wave of the Paycheck Protection Program aimed to assist businesses with 20 employees or less : The second wave of the Paycheck Protection Program aimed to assist businesses with 20 employees or less. We spoke with local business owners about what this aid could mean for their establishments.…

$15 minimum wage: Where the debate and alternatives stand : (NEXSTAR) – Consensus is building on Capitol Hill around an increase to the federal minimum wage, but the final passage of any legislation appears to hinge on swaying key moderate Democrats o…

President Biden signs executive order, with bipartisan support, to bolster US supply chains : WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — President Biden met with a bipartisan group of lawmakers, to discuss the best approach to strengthening the nation’s supply chains and secure jobs for communities…

New coronavirus variant identified in New York : The new variant, which shares similarities with that of one discovered first in South Africa, was first identified in samples collected in New York in November, and by mid-February represented abou…

Biden aims to distribute masks to millions in 'equity' push : By ZEKE MILLER and DARLENE SUPERVILLE Associated Press

160 People Receive COVID-19 Vaccine at Girard High School : The Girard School District has a longstanding partnership with Community Health Net, which secured the vaccines and administered the shots.

The Latest: Fauci: NIH to study 'long-haul' virus symptoms : By The Associated Press

Dear Sir or Madam: Paul McCartney memoir due out in November : By HILLEL ITALIEAP National Writer

Erie Zoo to Open Saturday for 2021 Season : Because of ongoing capacity restrictions as a result of the pandemic, tickets and time slots must be reserved ahead of time for opening weekend.

Pa. Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Pet Turtles : The majority of cases have occurred in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania, mostly affecting children ranging between the ages of 0 and 10.

Conneaut Lake Park Auction Canceled After Only One Bid Submitted; Sale Hearing Set for Tuesday : The bid came from Keldon Holdings, LLC, which made park trustees a $1.2 million cash offer to purchase all of the park's assets Dec. 17.

Erie County Recognized for Financial Transparency : Erie County is being recognized for financial transparency for the 28th consecutive year.

High court inclined to expand warrantless entry into homes : By JESSICA GRESKO Associated Press

Lawmakers eye impact of census delay on redrawing districts : By MARK SCOLFORO Associated Press

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine works well in big 'real world' test : By MARILYNN MARCHIONEAP Chief Medical Writer

Johnson & Johnson Vaccine 'Safe And Highly Effective' : The latest COVID-19 vaccine, a one-shot dose from Johnson & Johnson, could receive emergency use authorization by the end of the week.

Biden revokes Trump orders on 'anarchist' cities and more : By AAMER MADHANI Associated Press

Pa. Republicans continue push for state COVID nursing home data : Some Pennsylvania Republican lawmakers are still demanding more answers about COVID-19 deaths in nursing homes statewide.

Saint Vincent to Provide Second COVID-19 Vaccine Doses at Next Mass Vaccination Clinic : The follow up clinic is set for Saturday, March 13.

Campbell Pottery to Close by End of Year : The owners say 2021 will be the final season for the popular Cambridge Springs business.

Pennsylvania Senators Laughlin and Street Give More Detail on Bill to Legalize Adult Cannabis : Bi-partisan measure drawing attention across the state. It's been in the works for months.

Are Overdoses on the Rise in Erie County? : Across the nation, overdoses are on the rise, but what impact does that have on Emergycare services and drug and alcohol support centers here in Erie.

It’s back to business as usual at Hertel & Brown locations after FBI searched five locations Tuesday : After a raid Tuesday by federal officials at Hertel & Brown locations, today it’s back to business as usual. This comes after federal search warrants were executed at five locations acros…

Third stimulus checks: Key vote coming that will impact $1,400 payments : You’ll want to keep your eye on a Friday vote to see if the proposal that includes $1,400 stimulus checks moves forward.

H.S. Boys Basketball Highlights (2-23-21) : HS Boys BasketballYoungsville 31 Cochranton 63 FWarren 64 Corry 40 FCambridge Springs 64 Eisenhower 46 FNorth East 57 Erie First Christian 71 FConneaut 26 Fairview 62 FTitusville 34 Fort LeBoeuf 61…

FDA finds Johnson & Johnson’s one-shot COVID-19 vaccine effective and safe : U.S. Food and Drug Administration staff say Johnson & Johnson’s one-shot COVID-19 vaccine appeared safe and effective in trials, paving the way for its approval for emergency use.

Newsfeed Now: FDA finds Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine effective and safe; veterinarians say six-legged puppy ‘a miracle’ : Weekdays at 10:30 a.m. CST/11:30 a.m. EST, Newsfeed Now will be streaming the top stories in the U.S. utilizing our newsrooms across the country. If you miss the live report, you’ll be able to see …

Biden administration to deliver 25M free masks to those in need : President Joe Biden’s administration announced a new effort Wednesday to deliver 25 million free, American-made masks to those in need across the country.

State police continue to search for missing-runaway teen : Pennsylvania State Police in Meadville are continuing to search for a missing-runaway juvenile. State police are searching for 16-year-old Dominick Tyler Townsend, 6’02”, 120 lbs, with …

Process behind Vaccinating Local Residents : With the lack of vaccines in the commonwealth, people are frustrated with not being able to schedule a vaccine even if they fit the phase 1-A criteria.

Edinboro police investigate large gathering lakeside house this weekend : Edinboro police are investigating a large gathering at one lakeside house this weekend. According to the Edinboro Police Department, on Saturday at around 12:30 p.m. patrol units were in the area o…

County officials remind Erie County residents to continue following COVID-19 safety guidelines : Low COVID-19 case numbers were reported for Erie County today. County officials and medical experts remind the community to continue to follow COVID-19 safety guidelines. Here is more on what could…

Lawmakers hold hearing to review security failure during Capitol riots : WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — On Tuesday, United States lawmakers examined what caused the security failures during the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol. Former Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund ca…

Two candidates running for office are going on a countywide listening tour : Two candidates running for office are going on a countywide listening tour. Brenton Davis, who is running for Erie County Executive, and Brian Shank, who is running for Erie County Sheriff, took th…

Debate over vaccinating teachers among reasons delaying national school reopening plans : The debate over reopening schools continues here at home and in Washington. Districts could receive billions of dollars to reopen under the latest COVID relief package.

EMTA LIFT Service to Provide Free Transportation for Seniors to COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics : The service is in partnership with the Erie County Department of Health.

WATCH: Experts Answer Your Coronavirus Vaccine Questions : Our medical experts are answering your questions about the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine.

Ice Fishing Leads to Trash Problem on Presque Isle Bay : The trash will ultimately end up in Presque Isle Bay and Lake Erie when the ice melts.

Hertel & Brown Clients Frustrated Over Federal Investigation

Experts Answer Viewer's Top Covid-19 Vaccine Questions : Missed our Vaccine Day Q&A with the experts? We have the top questions and answers of the day.

Lack of Supply Forces Postponement of Second Dose Vaccinations in Crawford County : Meadville Medical Center officials do not know when they will receive additional doses for people in need of a second dose.

AHN Saint Vincent to Hold Next Mass Vaccination Clinic on March 13 : More than 2,200 people who received their first dose of Pfizer vaccine will return to the Erie Insurance Arena on March 13 to receive their second dose.

Millcreek School District to pay nine million dollars as part of the renovations at the Erie County Tech School : Millcreek School District will be paying nine million dollars as their part of the renovation at the Erie County Technical School. District officials are conceding their hopes of changing that numb…

Local vaccine distributions continue with phase 1A : More than 2,000 Erie residents received vaccines at Erie Insurance Arena this weekend thanks to the Allegheny Health Network at St. Vincent. Now some people are wondering if mass vaccinations are i…

Stimulus checks: House committee passes Biden’s $1.9T COVID-19 relief bill : The House of Representatives Budget Committee Monday approved a bill with $1.9 trillion in COVID-19 relief, advancing a top priority of President Joe Biden toward a full House vote on passage expec…

How to get the most out of your home insurance policy after winter storm damage : In Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and elsewhere, severe weather has left millions without power and inflicted billions of dollars’ worth of property damage. Burst pipes are flooding homes, and mold gro…

Girard man dies in kayaking accident while attempting to rescue dogs from frozen pond : A Girard man died in a kayaking accident while trying to rescue dogs from a partially frozen pond. This happened at the 8800 block of Avonia Road. According to Pennsylvania State Police, 70-year-ol…

Digital Exclusive- Gannon sophomore creates portable weather station : In this YourErie.com Digital Exclusive, Your Weather Authority Meteorologist Craig Flint meets Austin Detzel. Austin is a sophomore Cyber Engineering major at Gannon University. In his spare time, …

Second Harvest Food Bank provides seniors with monthly food box : The Second Harvest Food Bank is giving a helping hand to those in need. The food bank is providing a free senior box which expects to feed residents nutritious food once a month. Second Harvest off…

Safety measures and rescue tips for those venturing out onto the ice : With frozen ponds and lakes everywhere, the ice is a popular attraction. The ice however can be dangerous. We went along the frozen Presque Isle Bay with some ice safety measures and rescue tips fo…

Small businesses allowed exclusive access to PPP loan applications for two weeks : Starting this Wednesday, businesses with fewer than 20 employees will have a two-week, exclusive window to apply for PPP loans.

Penn State Behrend hosts Holocaust speaker series : A series of lectures to help younger generations understand the Holocaust kicks off tonight. A survey done by the conference on Jewish material claims shows more than 15% on millenials and generati…

Biden pushes for COVID-19 relief package as the US passes 500,000 COVID-19 deaths : WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — As the nation mourns the lives lost to the coronavirus pandemic, President Joe Biden is urging Congress to get his COVID-19 relief package across the finish line. From …

US tops 500,000 virus deaths, matching the toll of 3 wars : By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH and TAMMY WEBBER Associated Press

Biden administration changes PPP rules to help reach the smallest businesses : By Katie Lobosco, CNN The Biden administration announced several changes Monday to the Paycheck Protection Program in an effort to reach minority-owned and very small businesses that may have...

Gov. Tom Wolf Reveals ‘Back To Work PA’ Plan : Gov. Tom Wolf has announced a statewide back to work plan to help workforce development and economic recovery from COVID-19.