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Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Politics
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Early in-person voting begins for PA primary election
Early voting has started at the Erie County Courthouse ahead of the Pennsylvania primary election. Monday was the first day people could head to the elections office in the Erie County Courthouse and cast their ballots ahead of the election on May 20. Erie Co. Council puts in request for court tech support People must be qualified registered voters to vote early. You must also be a registered Democrat or Republican to take part. 'You just come into the office, you'll fill out a mail-in ballot application, and then also we do recommend you bring your photo ID. It's not required, but it will expedite the process. If you have your ID with you, it will take maybe 5 minutes. If you don't have your ID, it may take up to 20 minutes,' said Tonia Fernandez, director of elections for Erie County. Other important dates to keep in mind include May 5, which is the last day to register to vote in the primary, and May 13, which is the last day to apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Health
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Registration open for Step It Up Erie County fitness competition
(WJET/WFXP)– Erie County is bringing back some healthy competition as part of National Public Health Week with the return of the Step It Up Erie County Fitness Competition. The Erie County Department of Health announced Wednesday that registration for the eight-week challenge is open for businesses of all sizes across Erie County regardless of size with the deadline set for April 4 at noon. Erie Co. Council votes Tuesday night on usage of county Facebook account Teams made up of employees and volunteers can track their physical activity during the challenge whether it's a walk, yoga class or even just walking to where they need to go instead of driving for their chance to take home this year's trophy. Businesses and organizations with at least one physical location are able to compete against their peers with teams separated into either small (5-20 people), medium (21-35 people) or large (36 or more people) divisions each with their own trophy. Erie drug raid ends with man charged for alleged production of bath salts Teams can track their progress on the Erie County Department of Health's website along with instructions, how points are converted, exercise suggestions, leaderboards and other announcements. The competition kicks off at noon on April 7 in Perry Square and will be moved inside in case of any bad weather. Teams can register for the event Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Business
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Erie brewery preparing for tariffs on aluminum
President Trump has also imposed a 25% tariff on all imported aluminum, a tough blow to the canning industry and breweries alike. From canned beers to kegs, the general manager of Voodoo Brewing Company in downtown Erie said the tariff will have a significant impact on their business. Erie Co. Council votes Tuesday night on usage of county Facebook account He said Voodoo gets most or all of its aluminum from Canada and they're looking for ways to adapt to potential price surges. Kyle Houser acknowledged price increases ultimately trickle down to the consumer and said they're doing everything they can to keep a consistent and affordable product. Registration open for Step It Up Erie County fitness competition 'The tariffs are definitely something that we're keeping an eye on. It's a huge deal for all of the craft brewers and every little change makes a huge difference when you look at how many cans and kegs that we go through,' he said. Houser said a sizeable portion of their business is from canned goods and he wouldn't rule out switching those products to glass bottles. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Business
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Large projects scheduled for Harborcreek Twp. in 2025
A lot of changes are coming to Harborcreek Township this year and one official said they're much needed for the area. Land development approval has been done for two of the largest projects in the township's history. Erie Co. Council tables lawsuit regarding budget Two of the biggest projects Harborcreek Township has ever seen are scheduled to begin construction this year. This spring, crews will start to build Harbor Village — It's a mixed-use complex with 173 residential units, apartments, townhouses and three commercial spaces. The complex will be similar to the Copper Leaf in Summit Township and will done in multiple phases 'It will take several years to be completed start to finish,' said Dean Pepicello, Harborcreek Township supervisor. 'It brings residents number and we hear from major developers when you talk about the kmart space and things that still need to be filled they want population and traffic. So when you're talking 173 units that brings population which really drives the commercial development that follows.' Harbor Village will be located between the municipal building and Walmart Supercenter. Another project expected to begin this year is a distillery by a Canadian developer. Though the snow is blocking the view, they have already begun preliminary site work on the property. 'We also think artist in residence distillery at 90 and Station Road is expected to begin this year as well. We'll see, it's big international multi-million dollar development. Again it depends on that developer that Canadian developer when they want to start,' said Pepicello. Looking forward to these additions, township supervisor Pepicello said it's something that their comprehensive plan called for. Salute! A. Francisco's opens doors to the public Wednesday As for the property on Buffalo Road where the former Kmart was demolished a year ago, its future is still undecided. Pepicello said he believes the private property owner is marketing the property that sits on the busiest corner of the township but also recognizes that developments like this take longer than expected. 'We were engaged with the owner during the whole process of demolition and some people may be confused. The township didn't buy that,' said Pepicello. 'We're still in a state that's losing population and a county losing population and growing slowly so sometimes these things take time.' Pepicello said the former Kmart site is more ready for redevelopment than ever and the township has the ability to grow where they want to grow while still preserving agricultural space. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
