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The five-alarm fire that destroyed five structures on Pleasant and Pearl streets in Bradford late Monday night evicted nine people from their homes.
A Bradford man is currently being held in the McKean County Jail on charges of terroristic threats with the intent to terrorize another, a first-degree misdemeanor; recklessly endangering anot…
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The Port Allegany High School and the Otto-Eldred High School have both announced that the Class of 2023 will hold commencement exercises at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 2.
According to Bradford City Administrator Chris Lucco, East Main Street will be closed from 7:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. today, for restoration work to the street.
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ERIE — Around this time, in 2022, Aaron Weinkauf received word that he was awarded the McGrady Family Scholarship. It was one of the most exciting moments in his educational journey, and one h…
PORT ALLEGANY — Port Allegany Pharmacy, a trusted community pharmacy serving Port Allegany and surrounding areas for 46 years, sadly announces its permanent closure effective Wednesday, June 1…
OLEAN, N.Y. — The Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation (CRCF) board of directors has named Kirk Windus its next executive director of CRCF.
The week of May 21, thirteen students in Mr. Bryant’s Networking and Security shop at the Seneca Highlands Career and Technical Center earned industry-recognized certifications.
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The Tuna Valley Trail Association will mark 25 years this year and plan to keep moving forward to provide maintained trails and recreational opportunities to the community.
HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, Pennsylvania State Police , and Highway Safety Network are urging motorists to keep traffic safety top of mind when behind the wheel…
BROOKVILLE — The Pennsylvania Great Outdoors Visitors Bureau recently announced the start of their Family Outdoor Adventures Photo Contest.
DAM SAFE. Today is National Dam Safety Awareness Day according to FEMA. They recently sent a press release in remembrance of the historic Johnstown Dam Failure to highlight dam safety.
HARRISBURG — Whether in their backyards or high on a mountain, it’s almost certain Pennsylvanians will encounter young wildlife this time of year.
WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. – The board of directors of the National Fuel Gas Company
OLEAN, N.Y. — This year’s Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce’s (GOACC) StrOlean event is set for Friday, June 2.
Five households are without homes. Children, parents, and senior citizens all resided in the homes along Pleasant and Pearl streets — homes lost to an overnight fire that flared and spread quickly.
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A McKean County restaurant owner who screamed death threats directed at then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi while storming the U.S. Capitol was sentenced Tuesday to more than two years in prison.
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Five homes are now deemed uninhabitable following a devastating five-alarm fire that occurred Monday night.
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Across the country, the fallen were honored with military salutes, flyovers, and parades, over the weekend.
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Sweet spring air, sunshine and the colors red, white and blue permeated historic downtown Bradford on Monday morning.
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Christine Weaver constantly questioned her origins for more than five decades, never knowing the identity of her birth parents — until earlier this year when her search for answers came to a h…
HARRISBURG — Though Democrats made progress on stricter gun laws by passing two bills in the state House, they have struggled to persuade Republicans.
WILLIAMSPORT (AP) — An Army Air Forces pilot from Pennsylvania killed during World War II has been accounted for almost eight decades later, military authorities said.
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During NASCAR's annual 600 Miles of Remembrance at the Coca-Cola 600 in Charlotte, N.C., Chase Briscoe of Stewart Haas Racing will honor the memory of U.S. Navy Hospitalman James Oxley from Bradford.
PHILADELPHIA (TNS) — Aspiring Pennsylvania teachers are due to soon be trained in “culturally relevant” education, under a new state standard requiring teacher preparation programs to incorpor…
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Pennsylvania’s U.S. senators have joined forces with local residents and officials to express concerns to the Maryland Air National Guard over a proposed low-fly training zone over the Pennsyl…
HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection announced funding for 16 environmental restoration projects on abandoned mine lands, including ones in McKean and Elk counties.
(Editor’s note: Ann Woodhouse of Bradford sent a letter to The Era, describing her memories of World War II. We are sharing it in its entirety as we head in to Memorial Day weekend.)
PORT ALLEGANY – Community Blood Bank of NWPA & WNY encourages all eligible donors to give blood as soon as possible. By donating blood, you can help ensure a sufficient supply of blood pro…
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation McKean County maintenance announced the following work schedule for the week of May 29 — June 2, weather permitting.
As summer approaches, events throughout the region are being scheduled.
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Memorial Day is Monday, and with a forecast of sunny skies and temperatures near 84 degrees, the annual parade is sure to spark reverence, awe and some fun into everyone who chooses to attend …
HARRISBURG — Experts say the lifestyle offered in rural communities may be key to igniting a population renaissance.
Even during the most difficult months of COVID restrictions over the past year, the Meals on Wheels staff and volunteers made sure nutritious meals made their way to the vulnerable of the community.
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Officials with the West Penn Power Sustainable Energy Fund have been asked to present at the North American Passive House Network’s 2021 conference, slated for June in New York City.
