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City Offers Ride to the Polls

Emily Welsh — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:33:00 EDT

Mayor Sinnott teamed up with EMTA once again to help get more people out to the polls.

Hundreds Support Local Women in Need

Emily Welsh — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:31:00 EDT

Erie women reached out to other local women in need on Tuesday at the "Purse and Pearls Luncheon."

School Board Candidate Files Criminal Complaint Against Golde

Emily Matson — Tue, 21 May 2013 00:13:00 EDT

The day before the primary elections, a candidate running for a spot on Millcreek's school board makes a bold move.Lou Aliota has filed a criminal complaint against former school superintendent, Michael

UPMC Hamot Holds Annual Spring Meeting

Emily Matson — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:54:00 EDT

Monday, members of the community get an update on UPMC Hamot's plans for the future.They held their annual Corporators meeting, Monday afternoon.They talked about accomplishments this past year.Its been

Erie's NAMI Graduates Latest Family To Family Class

Emily Matson — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:50:00 EDT

There are a number of new graduates in our area. Monday evening National Alliance on Mental Illness, or NAMI, graduated the latest class, in their family-to-family program.It's a 12-week educational program

Erie's Casino Opens New High Limit Room

Emily Matson — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:45:00 EDT

If you consider yourself a high roller when it comes to gambling, Presque Isle Downs and Casino now has a special spot for you. Monday night, they officially opened their new "high limit room." It includes

Safety Concerns Limit Polling Choices

Scott Bremner — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:42:00 EDT

America has long used school buildings for voting but new concerns about security could one day change that.

Erie Red Cross Prepared for Oklahoma Relief

Jamison Hixenbaugh — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:14:00 EDT

As the people of Oklahoma continue to sift through the devastation from the massive tornado, the local chapter of the American Red Cross is getting ready to help out.According to Disaster Manager David

Acting Superintendent Gives Recommendation On Balancing Budget In Millcreek

Ashley Doerzbacher — Mon, 20 May 2013 22:33:00 EDT

Buying time. That's the option acting superintendent William Hall has recommended to the board as way to balance the nearly nine million dollar budget deficit. He and other district officials say it's

Pittsburgh Steelers Visit Erie Area Elementary School

Emily Matson — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:10:00 EDT

Kids at Waterford Elementary got a big surprise Monday.Pittsburgh Steelers Offensive Guard, Kelvin Beachum made a special appearance.It's part of the NFL's Fuel Up and Play 60 program.Beachum talked to

A Look At Tuesday's Ballot

Emily Matson — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:21:00 EDT

This Tuesday is the Primary Election. As you get ready to head to the polls on Tuesday, take a look at who you'll be voting for, we've provided a list of candidates below. Make sure you tune in to WICU

Election Supervisor Prepares for Last Election

John Last — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:19:00 EDT

Tomorrow is the Primary Election and the end of an era in Erie County. It will be the last election for Supervisor of Elections Sharon Drayer. She's retiring after 30 years in the Election Office.

Man Sentenced in Baby Death Case

Mark Soliday — Mon, 20 May 2013 16:01:00 EDT

The former boyfriend of an Erie mother who admitted to killing her own baby was sentenced in court today

Teen Bound Over for After-School Shooting

John Last — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:55:00 EDT

An Erie teenager will face trial for a shooting last month near Strong Vincent High School. Jakwaris Robison, 16, was bound over for court during a preliminary hearing today.

Fish for Free in PA Memorial Day

Bill Cummings — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:57:00 EDT

You can cast a line for Free this Memorial Day Weekend. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is announcing Memorial Day is one of two designated free fishing days.

Wind Turbine Debate Continues in North East Township

Paul Wagner — Mon, 20 May 2013 14:22:00 EDT

Wind Turbine Debate Continues in North East Township

Bayfront and Broad Expect Delays as Truck On Side Spills Cargo

Bill Cummings — Mon, 20 May 2013 13:19:00 EDT

You can expect some delays in the area of Bayfront Parkway and Broad Street. A fully loaded tractor trailer tipped over on its side just before 1p.m. Police at the scene report that no one is injured but it could take some time for the cargo to be cleaned up.

Jakwaris Robison Trial

Amanda Post — Mon, 20 May 2013 12:15:00 EDT

The Central Tech student who shot another student near Strong Vincent high school was in court today. Sixteen year old Jakwaris Robison is being charged as an adult with

PA Driver's License Centers Closed This Coming Holiday Weekend

Bill Cummings — Mon, 20 May 2013 11:36:00 EDT

If you need to do any business at the PA DMV don't wait until the weekend. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced that all driver license and photo centers, including its full-service center in Harrisburg, will be closed Saturday, May 25, through Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

Erie Classic Brings More Than 150 Teams

Emily Welsh — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:41:00 EDT

Erie's Spring Classic wrapped up on Sunday, with more than 150 basketball teams playing all over the city.

Local Shelters Win National Prize

Emily Welsh — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:35:00 EDT

The A.N.N.A. Shelter and the Humane Society beat out 700 shelters across the country to win the Pedigree Feeding Project.

Bird Lovers Flock to Bird Fair

Emily Welsh — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:30:00 EDT

Colorful cockatoos and pretty parrots filled the Perry Hi-way Hose fire hall, for the Erie Cage Bird Club's annual "Bird Fair."

Graduates Take on Erie Job Market

Emily Welsh — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:16:00 EDT

With so many college graduations this month, we wanted to know if any grads will be staying in Erie, or if the job market has them heading elsewhere.

Community Benefits Transplant Patient

Emily Welsh — Sun, 19 May 2013 17:15:00 EDT

The community stepped up on Sunday to help a North East man take on one million dollars in medical bills.

ATV Accident Claims Life

Lisa Adams — Sun, 19 May 2013 00:23:00 EDT

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

Grossman and Dahlkemper Make Final Campaign Push

Lisa Adams — Sun, 19 May 2013 00:18:00 EDT

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

Car Show Supports Veterans

Emily Welsh — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:46:00 EDT

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

Edinboro University Celebrates Graduation

Emily Welsh — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:39:00 EDT

Edinboro University awarded more than 650 degrees on Saturday.

Motorcycle Crash Victim Dies

Emily Welsh — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:36:00 EDT

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.

Mercyhurst University Graduates Adult Students

Emily Welsh — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:32:00 EDT

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

Three Injured in Two Separate Motorcycle Accidents

Jamison Hixenbaugh — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:50:00 EDT

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

Lilly Broadcasting's Lauren Adams Wins Catholic Charities Ball

Ashley Doerzbacher — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:45:00 EDT

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

Justice Roberts Speaks in Jamestown, N.Y.

Paul Wagner — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:39:00 EDT

Justice Roberts Speaks in Jamestown, N.Y.

Bike Night Kicks Off Summer In Downtown Erie

Ashley Doerzbacher — Fri, 17 May 2013 20:19:00 EDT

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

Local Residents Feel Canadian Earthquake

John Last — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:17:00 EDT

Edinboro University seismograph records earthquake.

Convicted Collar Bomber Files Latest Appeal

Scott Bremner — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:53:00 EDT

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.

Students Collaborate on Chemistry

Emily Welsh — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:47:00 EDT

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

Funeral Celebrates Life of Monsignor James Peterson

Emily Welsh — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:40:00 EDT

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

Sport-A-Thon

Amanda Post — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:02:00 EDT

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.

Villa Maria Sports Day

Amanda Post — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:00 EDT

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.

Canada Quake Felt in Area

Bill Cummings — Fri, 17 May 2013 10:58:00 EDT

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.

Special Olympics Athletes Honored

Emily Matson — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:10:00 EDT

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,

Dine For A Good Cause

Emily Matson — Fri, 17 May 2013 00:09:00 EDT

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

2013 Woman of the Year Winner Awarded

Ashley Doerzbacher — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:46:00 EDT

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

Millcreek School Board Will Address Golde Leave

Lisa Adams — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:15:00 EST

The Millcreek School Board has called a special meeting for Thursday at 7:00 PM at the Millcreek Education Center. District Solicitor Tim Sennett told WICU12/SEE News that the board will provide an update on the "administrative leave" of Superintendent Michael Golde. Sennett also said that the board will give an update on the proposed high school construction project.

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2013 Election Ballot and Links

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:00 EDT

Sample Ballot for the 2012 General Election

Week 7: "Cardio, strength, cardio, strength"

Emily Welsh — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:30:00 EDT

This week my training mimicked the quick switch from running to obstacles, by inserting the arch trainer between every circuit.