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The Palin Project

by Jim Wertz7/28/2014, 3:23 PM

Sarah Palin is launching a new internet television channel that's pure politics and anything for money.

Erie Unhappy? Ba Humbug!

by Jim Wertz7/26/2014, 11:22 AM

The University of British Columbia may have said Erie is an "unhappy" city. We happen to disagree!

Decision 2016: Republicans Need A Loser To Win

by Jim Wertz7/24/2014, 10:43 PM

Like it or not, the 2016 Presidential Campaign is underway. If Republicans have any chance of winning, they have to back a loser.

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy7/23/2014, 12:00 PM

Deep in the Pennsylvania Hall of Justice, a plan is formed to defeat Cor-bott...

Building Community from the Main Street Outward

by Dan Schank7/23/2014, 6:15 AM

ECGRA invests over $77,000 throughout Erie County.

Disease and Distrust in the Allegheny Forest

by Mary Birdsong7/23/2014, 6:00 AM

Gov. Corbett unlocks potential timber grab with new Federal Farm Bill

The Way I See It: The Book of James?

by Rebecca Styn7/23/2014, 5:00 AM

Gauging the "LeBron Effect" and what the all-star's return to his hometown truly means.

Considering the City: Urbanizing Gas Stations

by CIVITAS members: Lisa Austin and Stephen Sonnenberg7/23/2014, 4:30 AM

With new gas stations sprouting up in Erie, it's time to talk design.

The Last Days of Net Neutrality?

by Jim Wertz7/21/2014, 11:47 PM

Net neutrality is on life support. But there may still be time for a miracle that saves the internet as we know it.

Tickle's Pickle

by Jim Wertz7/19/2014, 12:43 AM

Roar on the Shore brings millions of dollars to the Erie region, but some local business owners think they're being cut out of the action.

Immigration Reform Rests With Republicans

by Jim Wertz7/15/2014, 9:59 PM

Immigration reform is a spotlight issue in American politics. It's up to Republicans to make the first legitimate move.

Viral Videos Sweep Concerned Nation

by Jim Wertz7/14/2014, 11:20 PM

Concerned citizens raise awareness of heat related fatalities with viral videos, but are they putting themselves at risk?

Bayfront hotel project clears Planning Commission hurdle

by Erie Reader Author7/11/2014, 2:00 PM

Proposal would also include parking garage, commercial space west of Bayfront Convention Center

Pizza Toting Pilot Saves Trip

by Jim Wertz7/11/2014, 11:12 AM

A pilot orders pizza for his passengers when forced to make an emergency landing mid-flight, saving what could have been a filghtmare for all.

Erie Takes Lead in National Contest

by Khadija Djellouli7/10/2014, 4:30 PM

Sports Events Magazine named Erie as one of the top 32 cities with natural sports venues or destination.

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