Opinion

Sometimes left, sometimes right, but always bold. These are the opinions of Erie Reader contributors, but not necessarily those of the ER editors, staff, or advertisers.

Pageof 55

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...

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.

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?

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy7/9/2014, 10:21 AM

And they're off!

Exile on State Street: When is too much government not enough?

by Rick Filippi7/9/2014, 9:30 AM

Fragmented Local Government Damaging Region's Economic Development

The Way I See It: The Controversial Hobby Lobby Ruling

by Rebecca Styn7/9/2014, 4:50 AM

Was the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on contraceptives the right one?

Guest Opinions: Delivering Authenticity with Confidence

by Jay Breneman7/9/2014, 4:40 AM

County councilman sheds light on the importance of orginality.

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy6/25/2014, 10:00 AM

Adrift in the sands of the East Side food desert.

Street Corner Soapbox: Batting Lessons

by Jay Stevens6/25/2014, 7:15 AM

"You can't teach your kids anything."

The Way I See It: That's the way the potato chip (factory and plan for new jobs) crumbles

by Rebecca Styn6/25/2014, 5:10 AM

What could be more noncontroversial than putting a new potato chip plant into an old potato chip plant? Apparently putting a new potato chip plant into an old potato chip plant...

Upfront: Another Brick From The Wall

by Cory Vaillancourt6/11/2014, 6:35 AM

Education. Dark Sarcasm.

Just Toyin' Witcha

by B. Toy6/11/2014, 6:22 AM

Violence in Erie is epidemic! Where is Ghost Mayor?!

Pageof 55

Featured Events

Today Tomorrow This Weekend

WQLN Online Auction Fundraiser

Community & Causes

May. 12th

Corry Satellite: The French Expeditions To Lake Erie: An American Legacy 

Community & Causes

May. 12th, 11:25 AM to 7:30 PM

WQLN Online Auction Fundraiser

Community & Causes

May. 13th

Idlestar Productions Presents Wolves At The Gate

Music

May. 13th, 11:25 AM

Live Music at the Flagship City Food Hall

Music

May. 13th, 11:25 AM

Submit Your Event View Calendar

May 2026: Summer Preview

Erie Reader: Vol. 16, No. 5

View Past Issues

In This Issue

Popular This Week

COVID-19 Cases Rise Slightly In Erie County, Across Country

xRepresentx, Vice, Counterfeit, Cop Torture at BT

Ludacris Shows Behrend Some Southern Hospitality

Best of Erie 2014 Finalists

Hangin' Out at the South Pier

PO Box 10963 // Erie, PA 16514