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Students 'Take A Stand
He placed one hand on her waist, and pinned her to the sink with the other, his body pressed up against hers. “He felt me. He kissed my neck. Then, he walked away,” a source who wished to be anonymous said. Over a year ago, this woman was sexually assaulted for a several month period. Wanting to help others who have been through similar experiences, she and other students, both undergraduate and graduate, are leading the “Take a Stand against Sexual Violence” campaign.
The Spectator: Vol. 115, No. 17
Wednesday, February 17th, 2016 at 8:10 PM "My journey is coming to an end, and I’m blessed. I’ve been blessed to live the life I love. I’ve had the most remarkable life. I cannot complain about a single thing." Wednesday, February 17th, 2016 at 8:05 PM A recent Right To Know request from an Edinboro business owner sparks reaction from Edinboro faculty.
Longtime Professor Reflects on Career, in Midst of Cancer Battle
Wednesday, February 17th, 2016 at 8:10 PM Dr. Joseph Laythe spoke Tuesday evening where he gave tips about teaching. "My journey is coming to an end, and I’m blessed. I’ve been blessed to live the life I love. I’ve had the most remarkable life. I cannot complain about a single thing,” History, Anthropology, and World Languages Professor, Dr. Joseph Laythe said at the first installment of the Center for Faculty Excellence series of presentations on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
The Spectator: Vol. 115, No. 26
Wednesday, April 27th, 2016 at 11:13 PM Country artist Chase Rice played at the Erie Insurance Arena on April 19. Wednesday, April 27th, 2016 at 11:05 PM Over the course of the past two semesters, EUSGA members have completely revamped and revised its constitution. Wednesday, April 27th, 2016 at 10:59 PM The search for Edinboro University’s 18th president continued this week, as five presidential candidates were set to participate in a series of oncampus interviews and forums throughout the week.
The Spectator: Vol. 115, No. 21
Tuesday, March 29th, 2016 at 12:36 PM Weekly recap highlighting the best articles from Vol. 115, No. 21. Thursday, March 24th, 2016 at 8:33 AM Many college students use the streaming service Netflix, but few know the effect binge-watching shows could have on their brains. Thursday, March 24th, 2016 at 8:30 AM The university unintentionally blocked various websites earlier this month.
The Spectator: Vol. 115, No. 22
Monday, April 4th, 2016 at 7:09 PM Weekly recap highlighting the best articles from Vol. 115, No. 22. Thursday, March 31st, 2016 at 12:56 PM Edinboro University is participating in the PASSHE Unplugged competition, which is an energy saving competition to see which school can use the least amount of energy.
The Spectator: Vol. 115, No. 25
Thursday, April 21st, 2016 at 10:52 AM Newly hired Edinboro University football coach Justin Lustig hired his father to his coaching staff. Thursday, April 21st, 2016 at 10:49 AM Governor Tom Wolf visited Edinboro University to address a capacity crowd of over 300 about the state budget. Wolf also met with protesters outside the Frank G. Pogue Student Center who are pro-life.
PSB holds Trash to Treasure event
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Penn State Behrend holds thier annual Trash to Treasure event. This event allows graduating students and students going home for the Summer to be able to donate items that they do not wish to take back home with them. Any items also left in a housing facillty will also be put into the sale. One hundred percent of all the proceeds go to the United Way of Erie.
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Graduation day for students of Mercyhurst North East
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Students at Mercyhurst's North East campus celebrating their big day. Students from Mercyhurst North East joined by students from around the area including students of programs at the Booker T. Washington center and the Oasis Project. The Oasis Project helps people with disabilities obtain degrees in areas such as business, hospitality and the cullinary arts.
Volunteers lend a hand at annual Academy Neighborhood Cleanup Project
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Volunteers lent a hand at the annual Academy Neighborhood Cleanup Project. Students, teachers and neighbors of Academy High School spent the day picking up trash and sprucing up the neighborhood. Those lending a hand said it's important to be active in your community, even if it means just raking some leaves.
Gardening takes place at the Millcreek Golf and Learning Center
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Millcreek Golf and Learning Center that was recently vandilized is getting a facelift, all with the help of some dedicated volunteers.
UPMC Hamot hosts annual Hamot Strong Fundraiser
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. UPMC Hamot hosting it's fourth annual Hamot Strong Fundraiser and auction tonight. The fundraiser was held at the Bayfront Convention Center tonight, with hundreds coming out for the event. The fundraiser raises money for scholarships the hospital distributes to students preparing to enter the medical field and those already in the health industry.
Coming up on Jet 24 Action news at 11 p.m.
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Fatal accident on Edinboro Road
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. First responders were called to 8206 Edinboro Road for a two-car rollover accident. First responders had to tear the door off of the one vehicle. Reportedly, there is at least one fatality in the accident, the severity of other injuries sustained in the accident are not known at this time. Stay tuned to Jet 24/Fox 66/ Yourerie.com for updates on this story.
Car looses control on I-79
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. A driver is sent to the hospital, after a car looses control on I-79. According to reports from the scene, State Police responded to a one car accident in the south bound lane of 1-79 Saturday afternoon. The driver reportedly lost control of his car before slamming into a guard rail.
Gannon University celebrates Earth Day
The Erie community gathered on Gannon University's Campus today to celebrate Earth Day. There was an Earth Day festival inside the Hammermill Center that featured environmental presentations and vendors who sell eco-friendly products. On the outside, there was a line up of electric cars that showcased how they worked and their benefit to the environment.
Police close to arrest in Buffalo Road hit and run
Police are making progress in the case of a hit and run that killed a six year old Erie boy. Erie police are close to making an arrest, after someone in a gray-silver vehicle hit Zyon Warren and kept driving. This happened on Buffalo Road late at night about three weeks ago. Officers are using surveillance video of the vehicle to piece together the case.
Fire at Lowville Cafe in Wattsburg
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. A structure fire at the Lowville Cafe, located along Route 8 in Wattsburg, broke out just after 4 a.m. this morning. Roughly, eight local fire departments responded to the fire, after a local resident reported the fire. Allegedly, the cafe has been closed since August. No word of what caused the fire or if any injuries were sustained in the incident.
Cleveland Clinic doctor talks about adult vaccines
There are four vaccines adults over the age of 50 should receive: a flu shot, tetanus, shingles, and pneumococcal. Experts say adults should get the flu shot every year. The tetanus vaccine, which also protects against whooping cough, is important for adults near babies who haven't been vaccinated yet. The shingles vaccine protects against a very painful condition that may cause lasting pain. And, finally, pneumococcal vaccines protect against pneumonia.
Councilwoman Arrington not running for second term
Prominent Erie Councilwoman Sonya Arrington not submitting her candidacy for Erie County Council. This comes as Tuesday was the filing deadline to run in the municipal primary election. According to the Erie Times News, Arrington did not submit nominating petitions before the 4:30 p.m. deadline, yesterday. This meaning Arrington will not attempt to seek a second four-year term for Erie City Council.
Strike over: WABTEC union workers back to work Monday
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. WABTEC and U.E. Locals 506 and 618 announced tonight that they have reached an agreement to end the nine day strike at the company's Erie facility. This new agreement will remain in effect for 90 days and will allow union workers and the company to continue negotiations, according to reach a long-term collective bargaining agreement.
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Shovel around hydrants and be mindful of where you park, city promises 'aggressive enforcement'
Shovel around hydrants and be mindful of where you park, city promises 'aggressive enforcement' Due to the cold weather, there is a higher increase of house fires. Mayor Joe Schember announcing that the city will be cracking down on parking tickets today and tomorrow, especially if those cars are in the way of fire hydrants, stop signs, and bus stops. The mayor also adding that if you live near a fire hydrant and are able, to shovel around it.
PennDOT talks historical main street bridge project for 2020
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation holding a meeting for the main street bridge project in Lawrence Park township tonight. The bridge is located on Main street between the intersection with the Lawrence Parkway and Water Street.
PennDOT lifts commercial vehicle ban on Northwestern PA interstates
As the snow accumulation begins to slow down, PennDOT has lifted the commercial vehicle ban and speed limit reduction on a number of Pennsylvania interstates. These interstates including: I-79 in Crawford, Erie, and Mercer Counties I-80 in Mercer and Venango Counties I-86 and I-90 in Erie County I-376 in Mercer County. PennDOT will continue to treat those roadways, along with others. Motorists are encouraged to still use caution when driving on interstates and other roadways during winter weather.
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Erie County Center for the Deaf holds mall event
It was a communication event like no other, as the Erie County Community Center for the Deaf held a Deaf Social Saturday night. Those who use, or were interested in learning how to use, sign language gathered at the Millcreek Mall near the food court from 5-9 p.m. The Erie Center for the Deaf encouraged mall patrons, those hard of hearing and those not, to play games, chat, mingle, and use sign language.
Annual MLK Dinner - 01/19/19
Copyright 2019 Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The ninth annual Dr. King Awards Dinner was held Saturday night at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Center. The dinner began at 6 p.m., with a program following to celebrate this year's community award recipients. The dinner's theme this year was: Celebrating Women of Our Community who Influence, Change, and Impact Lives.
Hot tub giveaway winner announced
Hot tub giveaway winner announced 01/12/19 - Since September, Jet 24 and Fox 66 have picked weekly qualifiers to be a part of our Young's Hot Tubs giveaway, and on Saturday the winner was announced. Over 20 contestants gathered at Odis 12 Bar and Grill on West 12th Street around 3 p.m. for the grand prize announcement. Lunch was available for the contestants, as hoodies and drawstring bags were given away. Consolation prizes were also provided to those who participated.
Tamarack Lake to be refilled
01/10/19 - It's good news for outdoor enthusiasts and some lakeside residents. The water will be returning to Tamarack Lake starting in mid-April. The man-made lake has been dry during a six year long rehabilitation of the two dams that create the lake. The project has cost the Pennsylvania fish and boat commission more than $12 million. Tamarack Lake was first filled in 1964, and drained at least one other time for repairs.
Edinboro football team continues to offer ‘hope’ through 12th Man program
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania’s football team continued the tradition of the “12th Man” at their home game against Lock Haven on Sept. 10. Jordan Noland, a 20-year- old from Erie, Pennsylvania was chosen to be the 12th Man for the game. Noland was born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, also called brittle bone disease; he has broken over 300 bones from the neck down. Noland enjoys going to football games, playing video games, hanging out with friends, and going to church.
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