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Grossman and Dahlkemper Make Final Campaign Push

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Local candidates are making their final push for votes before Tuesday's primary. County Executive Barry Grossman, who wants the democratic nomination to seek another term, spent Saturday on a trolley More>>

Car Show Supports Veterans

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Saturday was "Armed Forces Day", and people and cars came out in support of our veterans. More>>

Edinboro University Celebrates Graduation

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Edinboro University awarded more than 650 degrees on Saturday. More>>

Motorcycle Crash Victim Dies

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We first reported Friday night that two separate motorcycle accidents sent three people to the hospital. Now we've learned that one of those accidents claimed the life a woman. More>>

Mercyhurst University Graduates Adult Students

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Springtime is a time for new beginnings, and on Saturday adult students at Mercyhurst University opened a new chapter, as they received their degrees. More>>

Three Injured in Two Separate Motorcycle Accidents

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Two accidents happening within five minutes of each other, have landed at least three people in the hospital.The first accident happened Friday night at 9:25 p.m. near the intersection of Route 8 and Gore More>>

Lilly Broadcasting's Lauren Adams Wins Catholic Charities Ball

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Lilly Broadcasting's own Lauren Adams took home the top prize of this year's dance competition at the Catholic Charities Ball. She and her partner Mitch Montgomery danced the Cha Cha. This was the 18th More>>

Justice Roberts Speaks in Jamestown, N.Y. Video included

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Justice Roberts Speaks in Jamestown, N.Y. More>>

Bike Night Kicks Off Summer In Downtown Erie Video included

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Friday marked the first of four Bike Nights in downtown Erie, and everybody was ready to get their bike out and shake off those winter blues. "I've been thinking about this for weeks now," said biker More>>

Local Residents Feel Canadian Earthquake Video included

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Edinboro University seismograph records earthquake. More>>

Convicted Collar Bomber Files Latest Appeal

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Marjorie Diehl Armstrong has sent an 18-page appeal request to federal trial judge Sean McLaughlin. She is looking for a new trial on her conviction for planning the failed collar bomb bank robbery that killed Brian Wells in 2003. More>>

Students Collaborate on Chemistry

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Seventh graders got their hands on science with the help of their high school peers, during "Chemistry Day" at Collegiate Academy. More>>

Funeral Celebrates Life of Monsignor James Peterson Video included

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It was a final farewell for a beloved priest. Hundreds attended the funeral for Monsignor James Peterson, who passed away this week. More>>

Canada Quake Felt in Area

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CNN- An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8 struck the Canadian province of Ontario on Friday, the government said. The epicenter was Braeside, about 50 miles west of Ottawa, the nation's capital. More>>

Lower Than Expected Turnout At Meeting Aimed to End Violence Video included

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It was another town hall meeting Thursday night for community activist Sonya Arrington. The founder of MATV is trying to get the community together to stop the violence. The turnout at this second meeting More>>

Special Report: Missing Money & Property Follow-Up Video included

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It's time to head back into the vault.  Back in February, Jamison Hixenbaugh told you about the state's unclaimed property, in Harrisburg.  Since then, hundreds of viewers have benefited from the "unclaimed property" program.  Tonight, we hear from local people that have benefited from the program.
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Erie's Animal Enforcement Officer Keeping Busy Video included

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Erie police are investigating two recent dog attacks.And the animal enforcement officer says with the weather warming, he's getting busier.With the weather taking a turn for the better, Erie's animal enforcement More>>

Erie Police Investigate Stabbing

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Erie police are investigating a stabbing on the west side. According to investigators, it happened around 6:20 Thursday night, in the 1700 block of west 20th, which is an industrial area. Police say a More>>

2013 Woman of the Year Winner Awarded

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The winner of the 2013 Women's Round Table "Woman of the Year" award was announced Thursday night. The big winner was RoseMarie Lackey. She is the 26th recipient of the award. Lackey created the Women's More>>

Max and Erma's Celebrates Grand Re Opening

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A local chain  restaurant is showing off its new look.Thursday evening, the Fort LeBoeuf High School jazz band helped launch the grand re-opening of Max and Erma's.The company has been here in Erie for More>>

Special Olympics Athletes Honored

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Some athletes are honored for their hard work.The Special Vibe dance team kicked-off the annual special Olympics banquet.The event honors the athletes that took part in special Olympic sporting events, More>>

Beautiful Night For First Car Cruise In

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A perfect night for custom vehicle enthusiasts to show off their pride and joy.The first car cruise-in of the season took place Thursday night at the All Seasons Marketplace, at the Millcreek Mall.It's More>>

Ceremony Marks 9-11 Memorial Video included

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Ground breaking ceremonies are held outside the Blasco Library for a permanent 9-11 memorial in Erie. Nearby is the 18 foot iron column, draped in a flag, that was salvaged from Ground Zero. More>>

Pennsylvanians Can Honor Vets with License Plate

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As we come up on Memorial Day, we have a great way for you to support veterans year round. State Representative Greg Lucas showed off the "Honoring our Veterans" license plate and the Girard VFW on Thursday. More>>

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  • Sunday, May 19 2013 12:23 AM EDT2013-05-19 04:23:51 GMT
    An all terrain vehicle accident in East Mead Township late Friday claimed a life. State police say 43-year-old Timothy Waddingham Jr. of Guys Mills lost control of his A-T-V on a curve on Hinkson road
    An all terrain vehicle accident in East Mead Township late Friday claimed a life. State police say 43-year-old Timothy Waddingham Jr. of Guys Mills lost control of his A-T-V on a curve on Hinkson road
  • Friday, May 17 2013 1:02 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:02:06 GMT
    Students at Central Career and Technical school held their 7th annual Sport-A-Thon today.  The event was held to benefit the Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation, as well as, the Perry 200 Celebration.
    Students at Central Career and Technical school held their 7th annual Sport-A-Thon today.  The event was held to benefit the Kanzius Cancer Research Foundation, as well as, the Perry 200 Celebration.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 1:00 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:00:13 GMT
    A tradition dating back to the 1960s was celebrated at Villa Maria today.  The Villa Maria Sports Day has students from different classes compete against each other in various categories.
    A tradition dating back to the 1960s was celebrated at Villa Maria today.  The Villa Maria Sports Day has students from different classes compete against each other in various categories.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 12:09 AM EDT2013-05-17 04:09:49 GMT
    A popular Millcreek Mall restaurant, this weekend, helping Shriners Hospital.Ruby Tuesday's is having a "giveback" day.It's this Saturday.The hospital is getting 20%, of each customer's bill.But, you have
    A popular Millcreek Mall restaurant, this weekend, helping Shriners Hospital.Ruby Tuesday's is having a "giveback" day.It's this Saturday.The hospital is getting 20%, of each customer's bill.But, you have
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 3:26 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:26:34 GMT
    As Hayden Elliott looked around her high school track, she couldn't help but feel emotional. "I've cried a few times today already, it's great, it's probably the best moment of my life, to be honest,
    The Regional Cancer Center is getting a big help from Fairview. High school Junior Hayden Elliott started "Fairview Cares" week, to raise money for the center.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 1:55 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:55:20 GMT
    A popular Millcreek Mall restaurant is helping out the Erie Shriner's Hospital this weekend.  On Saturday, May 18,  Ruby Tuesday will donate 20% of a customer's bill to the local children's hospital.
    A popular Millcreek Mall restaurant is helping out the Erie Shriner's Hospital this weekend.  On Saturday, May 18,  Ruby Tuesday will donate 20% of a customer's bill to the local children's hospital.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:46:17 GMT
    Ground is broken today, as the 9/11 beam arrives at Erie's Blasco Library for the September 11th Memorial.   A beam from the twin towers will be the focal point of the memorial, which will be
    Ground is broken today, as the 9/11 beam arrives at Erie's Blasco Library for the September 11th Memorial.   A beam from the twin towers will be the focal point of the memorial, which will be
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:22 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:22:37 GMT
    A Harborcreek woman's under arrest this morning after police say she went on an early-morning armed-robbery spree. Police say it all started around midnight with an armed robbery try at the Country
    A Harborcreek woman's under arrest this morning after police say she went on an early-morning robbery spree.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:39 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:39:10 GMT
    Shattered dreams, as summer approaches. A community BMX park, that parents and children work hard to maintain, now vandalized. Lake Shore BMX has been a part of the community for nearly 30 years, and
    Shattered dreams, as summer approaches. A community BMX park, that parents and children work hard to maintain, now vandalized. Lake Shore BMX has been a part of the community for nearly 30 years, and
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:38 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:38:39 GMT
    Plans for a new apartment complex were unanimously approved in Harborcreek Township Wednesday night. The complex, being developed by Hudson Student Housing, will be off of Old Station Road near Penn State
    Plans for a new apartment complex were unanimously approved in Harborcreek Township Wednesday night. The complex, being developed by Hudson Student Housing, will be off of Old Station Road near Penn State
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:27 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:27:40 GMT
    A tragic accident was the focus, tonight, in downtown Erie.Members of the Bike Erie Coalition silently rode their bikes around town, in remembrance of Joann Kowalski, who recently lost her life after she
    A tragic accident was the focus, tonight, in downtown Erie.Members of the Bike Erie Coalition silently rode their bikes around town, in remembrance of Joann Kowalski, who recently lost her life after she
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:25:51 GMT
    GE Transportation officials confirm that the company has started handing out layoff notices for salaried workers. In April, GE Transportation announced anticipated layoffs for as many as 100 non-union
    GE Transportation officials confirm that the company has started handing out layoff notices for salaried workers. In April, GE Transportation announced anticipated layoffs for as many as 100 non-union
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:05 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:05:06 GMT
    It was recognition day for all the students involved in this year's Academic Sports League competition. Students, coaches and administrators from 21 schools gathered for the 20th annual ASL scholarship
    It was recognition day for all the students involved in this year's Academic Sports League competition. Students, coaches and administrators from 21 schools gathered for the 20th annual ASL scholarship
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:50:49 GMT
    Funeral arraignments are set for a popular priest of Erie's catholic diocese.Monsignor James Peterson passed away Monday night, after a battle with cancer.He was 89-years old.He's best known as the founder
    Funeral arraignments are set for a popular priest of Erie's catholic diocese.Monsignor James Peterson passed away Monday night, after a battle with cancer.He was 89-years old.He's best known as the founder
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:50:37 GMT
    You may have noticed some folks walking or rolling their wheelchairs around the Erie VA Medical Center. Staff, veterans and members of the community warmed up, then took part in the "VA 2K Walk & Roll."
    You may have noticed some folks walking or rolling their wheelchairs around the Erie VA Medical Center. Staff, veterans and members of the community warmed up, then took part in the "VA 2K Walk & Roll."
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:48:14 GMT
    Limits for drinking and driving could soon be getting even tighter, after the National Transportation Safety Board recommends that states lower blood alcohol limits from the current .08 to .05. Critics
    DUI checkpoints like these could soon make more arrests, if a plan to lower blood alcohol limits to .05 is approved. 
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-15 20:45:26 GMT
    Thousands of school children now know how to save a life. They learned how to administer "Hands Only" CPR while attending today's Erie Seawolves game. "Hands Only" CPR involves hand compressions only,
    Thousands of school children now know how to save a life. They learned how to administer "Hands Only" CPR while attending today's Erie Seawolves game.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:41:35 GMT
    It's never too early to start planning for your financial future, and Behrend's Center for Financial and Consumer Outreach gave high schoolers a lesson on that subject. Students learned the ins and outs
    It's never too early to start planning for your financial future, and Behrend's Center for Financial and Consumer Outreach gave high schoolers a lesson on that subject.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-05-15 19:20:20 GMT
    There are some changes to the polling places for next week's May primary election.  On Tuesday, May 21st, voters in Erie's 4th Ward, 6th & 7th Districts the polling place will change from Strong
    There are some changes to the polling places for next week's May primary election.  On Tuesday, May 21st, voters in Erie's 4th Ward, 6th & 7th Districts the polling place will change from Strong
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-05-15 16:16:29 GMT
    You can lace up your walking shoes to benefit wounded soldiers this weekend.  A 5k walk to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project is being held Saturday from 8am to noon at the Woodcock Creek Damn in Saegertown.
    You can lace up your walking shoes to benefit wounded soldiers this weekend.  A 5k walk to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project is being held Saturday from 8am to noon at the Woodcock Creek Damn in Saegertown.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-15 15:04:01 GMT
    In an effort to reduce drunk driving traffic deaths, feds are considering tougher to DUI limits.The NTSB is recommending all 50 states, lower the DUI threshold by nearly half, from .08 to .05.That's roughly
    In an effort to reduce drunk driving traffic deaths, feds are considering tougher to DUI limits.The NTSB is recommending all 50 states, lower the DUI threshold by nearly half, from .08 to .05.That's roughly
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:19 AM EDT2013-05-15 04:19:56 GMT
    A businessman who promised to bring more than a thousand new jobs to the area will now have to pay out more than $100,000 dollars after his company went belly up.Bill McCarthy said he planned to hire 1,200
    A businessman who promised to bring more than a thousand new jobs to the area will now have to pay out more than $100,000 dollars after his company went belly up.Bill McCarthy said he planned to hire 1,200
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:14 AM EDT2013-05-15 04:14:33 GMT
    A treat for train lovers Tuesday night.Especially train lovers who want to see high speed rail here in Erie.At the Jefferson Educational Society, on what was national train day, the group All Aboard Erie
    A treat for train lovers Tuesday night.Especially train lovers who want to see high speed rail here in Erie.At the Jefferson Educational Society, on what was national train day, the group All Aboard Erie
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 12:05 AM EDT2013-05-15 04:05:07 GMT
    Airline passengers forked over more than $6 Billion dollars in fees for baggage and reservation changes last year.That's a record amount since the fees became commonplace five years ago. They're credited
    Airline passengers forked over more than $6 Billion dollars in fees for baggage and reservation changes last year.That's a record amount since the fees became commonplace five years ago. They're credited
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-05-15 03:26:17 GMT
    Pennsylvania is slowly becoming Hollywood of the east with the amount of movies and films shot in our state. One of the reasons it's happening is because of our tax credit program. Right now, production
    Pennsylvania is slowly becoming Hollywood of the east with the amount of movies and films shot in our state. One of the reasons it's happening is because of our tax credit program. Right now, production
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:54:37 GMT
    Pittsburgh has seen plenty of success in the film industry, but can Erie do the same? Of course, Erie is no stranger to film making. Five years ago, "The Road" was filmed on the beaches of Presque Isle
    Pittsburgh has seen plenty of success in the film industry, but can Erie do the same? Of course, Erie is no stranger to film making. Five years ago, "The Road" was filmed on the beaches of Presque Isle
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:45:43 GMT
    Cabela's may not be building on the empty land in the Millcreek Marketplace, but that doesn't mean other retailers aren't interested in that spot. Baldwin Brothers, Inc. owns the land, and at the Millcreek
    Cabela's may not be building on the empty land in the Millcreek Marketplace, but that doesn't mean other retailers aren't interested in that spot. Baldwin Brothers, Inc. owns the land, and at the Millcreek
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:36:25 GMT
    Tuesday night was the Manufacturer and Business Association 108th Annual Event, the organizations's biggest event of the year. Business from across the area came out for the event. It was a chance for
    Tuesday night was the Manufacturer and Business Association 108th Annual Event, the organizations's biggest event of the year. Business from across the area came out for the event. It was a chance for
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:58 PM EDT2013-05-15 01:58:08 GMT
    Over the next week, the American Cancer Society is making a big push locally to recruit volunteers for a national cancer prevention study, known as CPS-3. The first of five sign up sessions got underway
    Over the next week, the American Cancer Society is making a big push locally to recruit volunteers for a national cancer prevention study, known as CPS-3. The first of five sign up sessions got underway
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:58 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:58:17 GMT
    It was a scary night for area farmers. They were worried about a forecast for widespread frost and it was a very close call. We visited three farms in eastern Erie County all with extensive grape crops.
    It was a scary night for area farmers. They were worried about a forecast for widespread frost and it was a very close call. We visited three farms in eastern Erie County all with extensive grape crops.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:29:30 GMT
    Waterford Township voters will have more than candidates to review when they vote next Tuesday. They'll also be voting on a referendum that would prohibit bottle clubs there. The impetus just might be
    Renovation work at this former animal shelter could be the reason why some Waterford Township voters are working on prohibition of bottle clubs in the township.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:25:46 GMT
    For another year, classic car enthusiasts will line the streets of downtown Erie.Cruisetown Erie will be back for another three nights this summer.Erie Mayor Joe Sinnott along with the sponsor, Contemporary
    For another year, classic car enthusiasts will line the streets of downtown Erie.Cruisetown Erie will be back for another three nights this summer.Erie Mayor Joe Sinnott along with the sponsor, Contemporary
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:08:44 GMT
    An Erie man is behind bars, facing numerous charges of child pornography.He's 47 year old John Jablonka.State Police say he's facing nine counts of sexual abuse of children for distributing child pornography,
    An Erie man is behind bars, facing numerous charges of child pornography.He's 47 year old John Jablonka.State Police say he's facing nine counts of sexual abuse of children for distributing child pornography,
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:08:21 GMT
    More on a story we first brought you Monday.An Erie woman, wanted here on charges of retail theft, is sitting in a South Carolina jail, facing some much more serious charges.25 year old April Little was
    An Erie woman, wanted here on charges of retail theft, is sitting in a South Carolina jail, facing some much more serious charges.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:16:14 GMT
    The start of the long Memorial Day weekend is now just over a week away. So the "unofficial" start of the local boating season is almost here. It means a lot of safety checks for the Pennsylvania Fish
    Boating Safety
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 4:58 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:58:02 GMT
    The Erie Downtown Partnership is taking steps to make the city more bicycle friendly. Today, the partnership unveiled a new bike rack in front of the HANDS Building at 7th and State. 40 new bike racks
    The Erie Downtown Partnership is taking steps to make the city more bicycle friendly. Today, the partnership unveiled a new bike rack in front of the HANDS Building at 7th and State. 40 new bike racks
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 4:35 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:35:12 GMT
    THE UNITED WAY OF ERIE COUNTY IS ANNOUNCING, WHAT IT CALLS, A "GAME CHANGING INITIATIVE" TO FIGHT ILLITERACY. VO THE UNITED WAY IS PARTNERING WITH RECORDING ARTIST DOLLY PARTON TO PROVIDE FREE BOOKS
    The United Way is sponsoring, what it calls, a "game-changing initiative" to fight illiteracy.
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  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:50:22 GMT
    Two accidents happening within five minutes of each other, have landed at least three people in the hospital.The first accident happened Friday night at 9:25 p.m. near the intersection of Route 8 and Gore
    Two accidents happening within five minutes of each other, have landed at least three people in the hospital.The first accident happened Friday night at 9:25 p.m. near the intersection of Route 8 and Gore
  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:45:13 GMT
    Lilly Broadcasting's own Lauren Adams took home the top prize of this year's dance competition at the Catholic Charities Ball. She and her partner Mitch Montgomery danced the Cha Cha. This was the 18th
    Lilly Broadcasting's own Lauren Adams took home the top prize of this year's dance competition at the Catholic Charities Ball. She and her partner Mitch Montgomery danced the Cha Cha. This was the 18th
  • Friday, May 17 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:17:09 GMT
    It was a quiet morning at most places on campus at Edinboro University, but things were shaking inside Cooper Science Hall. At 9:45, the university's seismograph recorded some earthquake tremors that
    Edinboro University seismograph records earthquake.

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  • Welcome to the Beast Blog! I'm so excited to support the Barber National Institute by running, jumping, climbing and crawling my way through the military- inspired obstacle course on Presque Isle. Click here for more information on the Barber Beast on the Bay

    On this blog I will detail my training week by week, and give you some tips so you can follow along with me.
  • Monday, April 1 2013 1:25 PM EDT2013-04-01 17:25:09 GMT
    Pot holes!  We hate 'em, they wreck our rims and cause us to swerve.  Take a photo or video and send them to POT HOLES - we'll feature them in a gallery here.
    Pot holes!  We hate 'em, they wreck our rims and cause us to swerve.  Take a photo or video and send them to POT HOLES - we'll feature them in a gallery here.
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  • In the Democratic County Executive Race, who would you vote for if the election was today?

  • Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:

    Barry Grossman
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    Kathy Dahlkemper
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  • In over 25 years of Erie broadcasting, Scott Bremner has handled just about every duty in television news. As a video journalist, Scott's work has been used by both the ABC and CBS evening newscasts, most notably his pictures of a killer tornado at work in 1981. As a reporter and anchor, his work has received numerous Pennsylvania statewide awards, from the local impact of the first Gulf War to the impact of tattoos on teenagers.
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