Northwestern Albion Area News

Parsons finishes seventh in 1,500 meters earning fifth All-American honor : Edinboro University now five-time All-American runner Stefanie Parsons logged a seventh-place finish in the 1,500 meters with a time of 4:22.27 to reach all-american status once again Saturday at G…

AMC, Cinemark and Regal movie theaters drop mask requirements for vaccinated guests : All three chains said they would follow state and local mandates on mask-wearing, which may be different from the CDC guidelines.

American Airlines extends suspension of alcohol service: ‘Alcohol can contribute to atypical behavior’ : In a memo issued to flight attendants on Saturday, an American Airlines executive announced the extended suspension of alcoholic beverage service for most of its passengers, aside from those in fir…

Happening today: Fish for free today in Pennsylvania, all fees waived : The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has waived license fees for today only.

Best cars to sell, worst cars to buy as the chip shortage sends prices soaring : (iSeeCars) – The global microchip shortage is restricting new car supply, which leads to restricted used car supply due to fewer people trading in their used cars. This combination of diminis…

Biden speaks at annual Memorial Day observance event in Delaware : NEW CASTLE, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden spoke at an annual Memorial Day observance in Delaware on Sunday. Biden, a longtime Delaware senator, is back in his home state for the Memorial Day week…

Amazon hiring in Erie : Amazon will be hiring in Erie for its new facility. According to the Facebook post from the City of Erie, the company will begin hiring starting the week of June 6th. Anyone that is interested in a…

Live Music and Demolition Derby to Return to Crawford County Fair : According to a post on the Crawford County Fair's Facebook page, a few fan favorite events will be returning for the fair this summer.

Holy Cross Church Holds Fair Food Fundraiser : Looking for some fair food and to support a local church? This event could be the one for you.

PennDOT Maintenance Schedules: Week of May 31, 2021 : Here's a look at the maintenance work scheduled for roads maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).

Erie County Election Board posts final unofficial results for May Primary : The Erie County Election Board has posted final unofficial results for the 2021 Primary Election. They include all regular, provisional, military, mail-in, absentee and significant write-in votes i…

More electric car charging stations coming to Erie amid popularity in electric cars : An increasing interest in electric cars brings more charging stations to Erie, as high gas prices in the region is one reason why some are making the switch. According to car dealership staff, cust…

Car heavily damaged after hitting tree in East Springfield : One person is removed from their car after hitting a tree in East Springfield. The accident happening in the 12000 block of West Lake Road just after 5:30 p.m. Friday night. According to reports fr…

Non-Profit Concerned with Emergency Rental Assistance Program Distribution : When it comes to the Emergency Rental Assistance Program, Gonzalez says both non-profits have been left out of the process. Erie County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper says that's not the case.

Inaugural Indy 500 Winner from Crawford County remembered.

CDC: 53.5 Percent of Pennsylvania Adults Fully Vaccinated; Hospitalizations Statewide Drop Below 1,100 : As of Saturday morning, 53.5 percent of Pennsylvanians age 18 and older are fully vaccinated, according to the CDC.

Summer Jobs and More program accepting applications for youth ages 16-21 : Applications are now being accepted for the Summer Jobs and More (Summer JAM) Program. Applications are open for youth ages 16-21; 52 employers (31 profit and 21 nonprofit) have signed up to partic…

Here’s how many CARES Act stimulus checks haven’t been cashed in Pennsylvania : PENNSYLVANIA (WHTM) — With some Democrats pushing for additional stimulus payments and many people calling for recurring payments until the COVID-19 pandemic is over, a recent Boston Herald r…

Biden budget to run $1.8T deficit to finance spending plans : WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden’s $6 trillion budget proposal for next year would run a $1.8 trillion federal government deficit despite a raft of new tax increases on corporations and …

Dozens of Erie County children selected for Pfizer vaccine clinical trial : The new Pfizer vaccine trial will include dozens of children from Erie County. A clinical trial for the vaccine will begin Tuesday, June 1st and end mid-June at the Allegheny Health Network’s…

Presque Isle Lighthouse opens for the season : There is more proof that the summer tourism season is here, just in front of Memorial Day weekend. Thursday marks opening day for the Presque Isle Lighthouse after a long and gloomy offseason. The …

Business owners and residents weigh in on Pennsylvania’s mask mandate to be lifted by June 28 : June 28th is a big day for Pennsylvanians. In most situations, you no longer need to wear face masks whether you’re vaccinated or not. Not wearing a face mask gives a new beginning for many b…

Ohio State Highway Patrol, Pennsylvania State Police Remind Drivers to Buckle up : The Ohio State Highway Patrol has teamed up with Pennsylvania State Police for the Click it or Ticket initiative.

Pageville/Sharrod Hill Rd. Bridge Replacement Work to Start June 7 : The project will include replacing the beams and the deck of the bridge structure and minor approach work.

Happy 100th Birthday Presque Isle State Park : Many people stopped by Presque Isle State Park Thursday, to celebrate the official formation of the park, 100 years ago!

Digital Exclusive: Zippo to celebrate ‘Founder’s Day’ on June 5th : BRADFORD — To celebrate 89 years of continued business, Zippo, the world-famous windproof lighter manufacturing company, will celebrate “Founder’s Day” on June 5th, in honor…

Your Weather Authority Weather Academy- More about hurricanes : In this edition of Your Weather Authority’s Weather Academy, Meteorologist Tom Atkins continues the discussion on hurricanes. We take a look at the Saffir-Simpson scale for hurricane winds as…

State Police & Erie County Sheriff’s Office address recent scam phone calls : Pennsylvania State Police and the Erie County Sheriff’s Office are working to address scam phone calls, where people are told they have an outstanding warrant. State Police contacted a deputy…

2021 Golden Apple Award Special : JET 24 and Edinboro University have just concluded the 30th year of the Golden Apple Program. This school year, we honored 30 area teachers. Throughout the pandemic, we surprised and honored educat…

Union City celebrates 150th anniversary : It was a celebration of the past, present and future in Union City tonight. Today marked 150 years since the Borough was named Union City. In honor of the historic day, members of the community wal…

Presque Isle State Park Rolls out Challenge for Visitors to Mark 100th Anniversary : The challenge is part of the park's 100th anniversary. It encourages visitors to better appreciate Presque Isle and raise money for future events and projects.

Union City Celebrates Sesquicentennial : Wednesday marks 150 years since Union City Borough's name was changed from Union Mills to Union City. Leaders held a walking tour up Main Street, where they unveiled several historic markers, sidewal

Tick population expected to surge, and they’re carrying more than Lyme disease, researchers say : Lyme disease is transmitted through tick bites, but researchers and educators warn that it’s not the only disease carried by the parasitic arachnids.

Will we see a wedding boom in 2021? : After many weddings were cancelled or postponed in 2020 because of the pandemic — this wedding season is expected to look much busier for wedding venues.             Fontaine Glenn was live i…

Giant Eagle recalling Chicken Street Taco Kits sold in Ohio, Pa., other states : Giant Eagle is recalling its Chicken Street Taco Kits due to the possibility that the product may contain an undeclared egg allergen.

Fireworks Being Heard All Around the City : Have you heard fireworks in your neighborhood? Many people in Erie have, and some are getting sick of it.

Conneaut Lake Park Not Ready to Open for Memorial Day Weekend : It is now targeting 4th of July weekend for the season opening.

City of Meadville Considers Transferring Police Dispatch to County 9-1-1 Center : Interim City Manager Gary Johnson will go over how police dispatch currently works and what to expect if the 9-1-1 center takes over operations.

D-10 Softball Highlights (5-25-21) : HS Softball-District Ten PlayoffsSharon 7 Fairview 17 FConneaut Area 6 Fort LeBoeuf 7 FCorry 5 Harbor Creek 4 FGeneral McLane 3 Hickory 5 FSlippery Rock 1 Jamestown 2 FGirard 1 North East 10 FGrove…

D-10 Baseball Highlights (5-25-21) : HS Baseball-District Ten Class 4A QuarterfinalsMeadville 2 Cathedral Prep 9 FWarren 7 Grove City 1 FCorry 1 Harbor Creek 6 FGeneral McLane 0 Slippery Rock 1 F

Local organization holds vigil in Perry Square on the anniversary of the death of George Floyd : Today is the one year anniversary of the death of George Floyd. One local organization held a vigil to remember his death. People gathered at Perry Square tonight for a vigil created by Erie Action…

Prosecutor in Trump criminal probe convenes grand jury: report : Manhattan’s district attorney has convened the grand jury that is expected to decide whether to indict former President Donald Trump, should prosecutors present the panel with criminal charge…

What causes a super flower ‘blood’ moon? : The second supermoon of 2021 will bring with it a cosmic phenomenon on Wednesday: the only total lunar eclipse of the year.

Heinz offering $25k ‘dream job’ to lucky burger lover : Heinz is looking for a “Head Burger Artist” to get paid to taste-test some of the best burgers the U.S. has to offer.

Erie County Council takes next step toward approving demolition of former nursing home : The next step toward approving the demolition of a former nursing home is taken by Erie County Council. County Council had a first reading of an ordinance which would allow more than $300,000 for t…

Lawmakers say Congress needs to guarantee clean and safe drinking water : WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) — Rep. Paul Tonko (D-N.Y.) and other lawmakers say Congress needs to do more to guarantee clean and safe drinking water. “Protecting our children from lead exposure…

Wolf: There's 'More Work to Do' to Address 'Injustice and Equality' Following George Floyd's Death : Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf said there is still 'more work to do' to address 'injustice and equality' on the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s death.

George Floyd Anniversary, 1 Year Later : The nation is marking the one-year anniversary of the death of George Floyd by in Minneapolis.

Johnny Heubel Among Recipients of Adaptive Bikes from Variety : Among those receiving a bike was Johnny Heubel, the former McDowell football player who had a traumatic brain injury during a game.

Pennsylvania to Resume Work Search Requirements for Unemployment Benefits : The Wolf Administration announced on Monday, that the work search requirement will resume on July 18.

Owner of 698 Roadhouse Considering Options for the Future : Smoker outside the building confirmed as fire cause.

Erie County Submits Unofficial Election Results to State; Staff Still Reviewing Mail-in, Write-in Votes : Counties must complete the canvass by June 7, and the results must be certified by June 17.

Treat A Veteran or Active Duty Service Members to a Free Meal. : Monday May 31st at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill.

D-10 Softball Highlights (5-24-21) : HS Softball-District Ten PlayoffsRocky Grove 0 Cochranton 10 FMcDowell 11 Erie 5 FReynolds 5 Mercer 0 FKennedy Catholic 0 Saegertown 15 F/3Northwestern 7 Seneca 10 FMaplewood 0 Union City 11 F/5Sha…

Moderna says its COVID-19 shot works in kids as young as 12 : Moderna said Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12, a step that could put the shot on track to become the second option for that age group in the United States.

What’s Cooking: Easy BBQ Sides — Deviled Eggs & Kicking Coleslaw : Easy BBQ Sides — Deviled Eggs & Kicking Coleslaw    Recipe By: Chef Lisa A. Heidelberg    Cook Time: 10 mins Serves: 8-12 servings Deviled Eggs Ingredients: 6 boiled eggs, sliced in …

How to watch Wednesday’s total lunar eclipse of ‘Super Flower Blood Moon’ : The second supermoon of 2021 will bring with it a cosmic phenomenon on Wednesday: the first lunar eclipse of the decade.

Shyne Awards Foundation accepting nominations nationally for outstanding young adults : For more than a decade, young adults have been honored at an award ceremony for their inspiring work through a regional foundation. Now they’re accepting nominations, and not just here in wes…

Face Mask Littering : As people start to ditch the face mask, mask littering is starting to increase.

PennDOT Driver License, Photo Centers to Close for Memorial Day : Driver and vehicle online services are available 24 hours per day, seven days per week.

Splash Lagoon nominated by USA Today as a top water park in the country : Erie is once again getting some national recognition. This time the recognition is for having one of the best indoor water parks in the country. Splash Lagoon has once again been nominated by USA T…

Votes from the primary election continue to be counted at the Erie County Courthouse : Votes from the primary election continue to be counted today at the Erie County Courthouse. Erie County Clerk of Elections Doug Smith said about 900 write in ballots still need to be counted. Smith…

Pennsylvania Department of Health partners with the Wayne Primary Health Network to combat vaccine hesitancy : The Pennsylvania Department of Health is partnering with the Wayne Primary Health Network to gain the trust of the communities of color so they will get vaccinated. This comes after the nationwide …

Truck Lite to move headquarters from Chautauqua County to Knowledge Park at Penn State Behrend : Truck Lite, a worldwide leader in LED lighting systems for vehicles, is moving its headquarters from Chautauqua County to Penn State Behrend’s campus. The company is leasing 30,000 square fee…

Paving Work to Start on Interstate 79 in Erie, Crawford Counties : Construction crews will pave the northbound and southbound lanes from mile post 154 in Hayfield Township, Crawford County to mile post 165 in Washington Township, Erie County.

Vaccine passport bill takes first step in Pennsylvania : HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Republicans in Pennsylvania's state Senate began advancing legislation Monday to prohibit governments and school districts from requiring a COVID-19 vaccination for...

Senior Pranks may Seem Fun but could have Serious Consequences : As the school year winds down, it is now the time of year where some bad ideas start to circulate around the senior class.

Average gas price jumps 8 cents per gallon to $3.10 : The price at the pump is $1.05 higher than it was a year ago.

Perkins in Edinboro to reopen on May 27th : The Perkins in Edinboro is reopening. After a building fire took place in 2015 and forced the Perkins in Edinboro to close, it is returning to the area at 207 West Plum Street. The new restaurant i…

Conneaut Lake Park Unable to Save Tumble Bug : The ride needed repairs, and the park hoped to have it fixed in time for the 2022 season.

Cell phone bills too high? Here are some that start at just $10 a month — or $25 a month for unlimited : An unlimited plan from the major carriers can easily run you $90 a month. But if you’re willing to switch to a smaller carrier, you could save substantially.

Car shortage: These new and used models sold fastest in April : (iSeeCars) The latest iSeeCars analysis found that the fastest-selling new car during the month of April was the Chevrolet Corvette, for the fourth consecutive month, while full-size SUVs and hybri…

LECOM Health strives to make COVID-19 vaccine easy and convenient with multiple walk in clinics : LECOM Health is making it both easy and convenient for people to get their COVID-19 vaccine. On Saturday May 22nd, the hospital held its second day of a walk-in vaccination clinic at the Millcreek …

Ways to Get Your Child Vaccinated : Still looking to get your child vaccinated, there's a number of ways to make it happen.

District 10 track and field championships (5-22-21) : Local coverage from Slippery Rock University in the 2021 District 10 track and field championships.

Don’t lose your pics: These USB sticks can back up photos on your phone : When you don’t want to back up to the cloud or just want an alternative, a USB photo stick can be an easy way to back up or transfer images off your phone.

Cat food recalled for possible salmonella contamination : Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling certain cat food products for possible salmonella contamination after the risk was discovered from a routine state surveillance sample.

Erie Land Lighthouse set to open to the public : The Erie Land Lighthouse has been set to open to the public for the very first time. This comes after COVID restrictions begin to ease and the temperatures are getting warmer in Erie. Here is more …

Presque Isle Prepares for Summer Season : Crews spend hours getting the park ready for millions of summer visitors

High School AA, AAA Track and Field Championships : High School AA, AAA Track and Field Championships

SeaWolves 5 Game Win Streak Snapped in Saturday Setback : SeaWolves 5 Game Win Streak Snapped in Saturday Setback

Altered State Distillery keeps live music going

Subtropical Storm Ana forms in the Atlantic, 1st named storm of season : Ten days before the start of hurricane season, Subtropical Storm Ana formed in the Atlantic Ocean near Bermuda, becoming the first named storm of the year.

D-10 releases Baseball-Softball brackets : D-10 has released Baseball-Softball brackets for the 2021 season.

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Stimulus checks: What could the fourth round of aid look like? : Some lawmakers are pushing for a fourth round of stimulus relief, however, experts say it is possible that not everyone who was previously eligible for coronavirus aid will receive stimulus benefit…

Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra announces 2021 season : The Chautauqua Institution announced Friday plans for the 2021 season for the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra. The orchestra is under the baton of Music Director and Principal Conductor Rossen Milano…

US, South Korea ‘deeply concerned’ about situation with North Korea : South Korean President Moon Jae-in Friday will become the second world, and Asian, leader welcomed by President Joe Biden at the White House, a sign of the importance Washington attaches to the reg…

Democrats release first draft of new legislative district maps : SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (NEXSTAR) — Democrat lawmakers released their first draft of the new legislative maps. The proposal for the Senate districts can be viewed here, and the proposal for the Hou…

Over 30 departments battle Friday afternoon fire at 698 Roadhouse : A total of 32 fire companies were called to a massive fire that leveled the 698 Roadhouse in Elk Creek Township on Friday. The building is a total loss. According to Erie County 911 Center, the fir…

Pennsylvania's Acting Physician General Coming to Erie Monday : Prior to taking on the post at the state level, Dr. Johnson was the chief medical officer for Meadville Medical Center.

Damaged Crossarm at Top of Utility Pole Blamed for Power Outage that Left 20K Penelec Customers in Dark : Crews traced the problem to a transmission line between two substations in Millcreek Township where they found a bad crossarm, which can deteriorate over time or suffer damage, at the top of a utility

Inane to Iconic: Erie's Bicentennial Tower Turns 25 : In this segment of The Last Word, John Last reflects on how the tower went from a target of criticism to the icon it is today.

Fire Destroys 698 Roadhouse Near Edinboro : It was reported at 698 Roadhouse, which is located at Routes 6N and 98, around 12:15 p.m.

Be a Tourist: Events around town the weekend of May 21-23 : Looking for some fun plans this weekend? Look no further than right here in Erie. Here is a list of some great activities that are taking place this weekend! Along the Garden Path Tour Along the Ga…

Fire crews battle house fire on Edinboro Rd. Friday morning : Fire crews were busy battling a house fire on Edinboro Rd this morning. Several Fire Departments responded to the fire in the 2200 block of Edinboro Rd., including Kearsarge, West Lake, West Ridge,…

Pennsylvania Unemployment Rate Sees Slight Increase to 7.4 Percent in April : The estimated number of Pennsylvania residents working or looking for work increased 2,000 over the month as unemployment increased slightly more than employment declined.

Local Special Olympians Vie For State Honors : General McLane High School hosted the event.

Some Local Appliance Stores Seeing Shortage in Air Conditioners : Turns out there's a shortage in air conditioner units at many local stores and nationwide.

Edinboro’s Parsons Qualifies for NCAA Track & Field Championships : Photo Courtesy: Edinboro Athletics Edinboro senior distance runner Stephanie Parsons will compete at the NCAA Division II Track & Field Championships at the end of May. The school record holder…

GECAC to host produce distribution events for low-income seniors : The Greater Erie Community Action Committee announced Thursday that the GECAC Erie County Area Agency on Aging will be distributing $24 vouchers for seniors for the purchase of produce through the …

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission working to reopen Flagship Niagara to the public : After being covered up for over a year and a half, and closed to the public, the Flagship Niagara will once again raise its masts. Sen. Dan Laughlin says, initially, local legislators were told the…

NOAA predicts ‘above average’ 2021 Atlantic hurricane season : The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced Thursday it expects another “above average” Atlantic hurricane season this year.

General McLane High School brings back live theatre with outdoor performances of ‘Broadway Under the Stars’ : General McLane High School is bringing back live theatre with outdoor performances of “Broadway Under the Stars.” The outdoor performances will take place May 26th & 27th at General…

Lake Erie Cyclefest to return this summer : One Erie County summertime staple will be making a return. The Lake Erie Cyclefest will be back with new rides and a new structure. Since 2017, folks have been able to enjoy the all-cycling weekend…

Israel approves Gaza cease-fire deal to end 11-day war : Reports out of Israel indicate a cease-fire has been approved, bringing 11 days of bloody conflict in Gaza to an end.

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on Israel-Hamas ceasefire : The Hamas militant group says it has accepted the Egyptian proposal to end an 11-day war with Israel that killed scores of people, caused widespread destruction in the Gaza Strip and brought life i…

Lawmakers now hold fate of regulations waived amid pandemic : By MARC LEVY Associated Press

GECAC to Host Free Produce Distribution Events for Seniors : The goal of the program is to incorporate healthier food in the diets of senior citizens.

Gov. Wolf Renews COVID-19 Disaster Declaration : The renewal comes at a time when COVID-19 vaccinations have increased and coronavirus cases continue to drop.

Scenic Train Rides Across Region Chug Back to Life : Scenic train rides are once again part of the summer landscape in the region as they begin offering excursions more than a year after being shut down due to the pandemic.

Air Conditioners Keeping Repair Crews Busy : Maintenance companies say the key to successfully starting up your air conditioning unit is to make sure it is properly inspected beforehand.

State Police to Conduct Sobriety Checkpoint in Erie County over Memorial Day Weekend : While a location or date has not been disclosed, troopers said it will happen sometime over the weekend of May 28-31.

Tracking the Tropics: First tropical system of 2021 may form soon : While the official start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season does not begin until June 1, the National Hurricane Center may be tracking tropical development northeast of Bermuda within the next 2-5 da…

Meadville Memorial Day Parade Canceled Due to Pandemic : A Memorial Day Solemn Observance will still proceed as planned.

Construction to begin soon on new bridge near Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Home : PennDOT announced Wednesday that work is expected to get underway on a new multi-use bridge to provide a connection between the Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Home and the Veterans Memorial Cem…

Your Weather Authority Weather Academy- Warm Weather in May : In this edition of Your Weather Authority’s Weather Academy, Meteorologist Tom DiVecchio is discussing the current state of weather as well as the cold start to May that is now transitioning …

Is it appropriate to ask someone if they’ve been vaccinated? : Because some people can be particularly protective of that information, or even get offended if they’re asked about being vaccinated, an Ohio medical expert says de-escalating the topic from …

Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission working to reopen Flagship Niagara to public : The Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is taking steps to reopen the Flagship Niagara to the public. According to a news release from the office of State Sen. Dan Laughlin, the PHMC is t…