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Erie PA News and Events for Wednesday November 28, 2007
Posted by Dennis on November 28, 2007
The management and public relations fiasco at the State Correctional Institution at Albion about the escape of Malcolm Kysor continues to get worse. Kysor, serving a life sentence for murder, is still on the loose. Charles Robertson called everyone (except me) about the, as he called it and I agree, incompetence at the prison. Robertson had a contract with the prison to take away food scraps in plastic garbage cans. He said that the cans weren’t checked before he drove out of the prison and that cans larger he he should have been given were used. Kysor escaped by hiding in a lager garbage can. Robertson also said that years ago the prison asked him to get into the pig farmer business so that they could get rid of their food scraps. He said that the prison has now stopped giving him scraps that he now that to buy feed for the pigs. He feels he’s being retaliated against for their mistakes.
Around 3 pm on Monday the The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections and Pennsylvania State Police issued a press release about the escape of Kysor from the from the SCI-Albion. It seems Harrisburg has taken control over the matter from officials at SCI-Albion, at least PR-wise. And here’s the best part of the press release -
To supplement the CAN (community alert network) system, the prison uses an emergency siren. The siren is tested daily at noon. If it’s heard at other times, neighbors should immediately lock their doors and tune to local news media for information.What a joke. They must mean the NEXT time there is an escape. When Kysor escaped, the media learned about it from phone calls from prison neighbors.
Pennsylvania Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward of up to $2000 for leading to the arrest of Kysor. Call 1-800-4PA-TIPS with any info.
Nintendo of America President Reggie “The Regginator” Fils-Aime was in Erie last weekend checking supplies of Wii game consoles. He didn’t find any. They were sold out. Nintendo makes about 1.8 million units per month.
The Keystone Innovation Zone (KIZ) grant for northwest Pennsylvania was recently approved by the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority. The program will be administered by the Northwest Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission and will operate under the direction of the NWPA KIZ Board, which comprises four educational partners - Allegheny College, Clarion University, the University of Pittsburgh-Titusville and Thiel College - as well as financial institutions, economic development service providers, and private industry. KIZ properties are identified in Clarion, Warren, Crawford and Mercer counties. Among the goals for the Northwest KIZ are to provide outreach and business assistance to up to 20 companies, to create four start-up businesses, to create as many as 20 new full-time jobs, to provide research support to 50 entrepreneurs, to file three patent applications, to place up to 15 interns at KIZ companies, and to facilitate the infusion of up to $500,000 in KIZ companies and/or KIZ-related projects. The KIZ program will focus on four target industries: clean technology, including energy conservation and environmental sustainability; advanced manufacturing; information technology; and life sciences.
Young Erie Professionals (yep!) will help with the 2007 Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas campaign by adopting a kettle. “The Red Kettle Christmas campaign is a great way for yep! members to help the less fortunate in our community by making their holiday seasons more cheerful,” said Jason Wieczorek, yep! Social/Networking Co-Chair. “yep! members are encouraged to volunteer for this rewarding experience by either contributing their time or stopping by yep!’s kettle location at the Sears East Entrance to make a donation on Saturday, December 8th,” said Wieczorek. All funds that are raised during the campaign stay in Erie to provide programs for children, individuals, families, and senior citizens. Individuals or pairs of volunteers can choose to be at the location from 9 am - 9 pm at any length of time they are able, in one-hour increments. Volunteers do not solicit the public; they simply ring the bell, share a smile, and thank anyone who makes a donation. Any yep! members interested in volunteering should contact Jason Wieczorek.
Edward Lawrence, a professor of finance at the University of Missouri, St Louis College of Business, is compiling a directory of student-run investment funds. Lawrence believes the first created was in 1952 at Gannon University in Erie, PA. There are now about 200 student run funds, approximately 190 of which are in North America.
Research and Markets has announced the addition of “The Wiley Guide to Project Technology, Supply Chain, and Procurement Management” to their offering. The Wiley Guides to Project Management contain not only well known and wisely used basic project management practices but also new, cutting-edge concepts in the broader theory and practice of managing projects. The series will consist of edited guides, each devoted to a sub-topic area under the umbrella of Project Management. The first four volumes will cover: Project, Program, and Portfolio Management; Project Control; Organization and Project Management Competencies; and Project Technology Management, Supply Chain, and Procurement. Each volume will be edited by Peter W G Morris, and Dr Jeffrey K Pinto and will contain 300 to 400 pages, with 12 to 15 contributions drawn from both academia and industry. Jeffrey K Pinto is a Professor at the School of Business, Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College in Erie, PA.
The Edinboro University women’s basketball team fell to 1-1 with a 104-66 loss at West Liberty State in West Liberty, WV on Tuesday.
Mercyhurst College freshman forward Amy Achesinski needed little time to adjust to the college basketball game. Just four games into her career, Achesinski was named GLIAC South Player of the Week after averaging 22.0 points and 9.0 rebounds in two games for the Lakers during the past week.
The Edinboro University wrestling team moved up one spot this week to 15th in the latest USA Today/NWCA/InterMat Preseason Division I Wrestling Coaches Poll. The Fighting Scots are ranked 16th according to WIN Magazine. The Fighting Scots are 3-0 this season.
The Gannon women’s basketball team was listed among others receiving votes in the first USA Today ESPN Division II Top 25 Coaches Poll released Tuesday afternoon. The Lady Knights were ranked 20th in the preseason poll.
Join your friends at the Watson-Curtze Mansion for the 28th annual Victorian Holidays program Whimsical Wonderland. Included in this exhibit are professionally decorated evergreens, fireplace mantles, doorways, windows and other displays that will be open to the community. Whimsical Wonderland features more than ten different themed rooms; including a Seussical room decorated in all things Dr Seuss, a wintertime teddy bear picnic, a Victorian garden and much more. Participating decorators includes Traditions, the Carrie T Watson Garden Club and Melody Potratz of Potratz Garden Shop. Try you luck with the annual Chinese auction and win gift certificates from local eateries and specialty shops, or a holiday wreath. Victorian Holidays will run until December 30. Wednesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm, Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm. Museum Admission: $4 Adults, $3 Seniors, $2 Children.
The Erie County Technical School (ECTS) is holding an Open House on Wednesday, November 28 from 6:30-8:30. As your son or daughter enters high school, the Erie County Technical School can lead to a variety of career pathways including college. ECTS has over 70 articulation agreements with colleges and universities offering college credit for students that complete one of our 16 technical programs.Visit the Open House and check out the career choices available at ECTS. ECTS is located at 8500 Oliver Road Erie, PA 16509. Contact them at (814) 464-8600.
The Mark Steensland film “Peekers” will premiere on Thursday November 29, in REDC Room 180 REDC, the Samuel P “Pat” Black III Conference Center, on the campus of Penn State Behrend. Based off Kealan Patrick Burke’s story, the approximately 10-minute short-film “Peekers” is one that quite literally seeks to “play” with your mind. Steensland workws with many other talented individuals to produce this film locally in Erie, PA on October 20 and 21. “Peekers” starts at 8:15 pm; Steensland’s earlier films, “Sucker,” “Lovecraft’s Pillow,” and “Dead@17” will be shown at 7:30 pm.
The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine School of Pharmacy has scheduled an On Campus Day on November 29, 3-5 pm, to provide opportunities for prospective students to tour the campus facilities and learn about the Doctor of Pharmacy Program. It includes a tour of the facility, a Pharmacy Compounding and Dispensing demonstration, an opportunity to meet with current students and faculty, an overview of the LECOM Doctor of Pharmacy programs and information on the admissions process and financial aid.
Gannon University’s Schuster Theatre presents Fellini’s classic film “8 1/2” as it is transformed into this marvelous Tony Award-winning musical. “Nine” looks at a 1950’s film director and actor who can’t seem to shed his impulsive, philandering ways, and the devoted, beautiful women who together help him “grow up.” Shows will be held November 29-December 2, December 6-8. All shows begin at 8 pm except for the December 2 show, which will begin at 3 pm.
Get the family together and take them to the Erie Playhouse for the heartwarming holiday musical “It’s a Wonderful Life”, November 29-December 16. The lights will shine bright at the Erie Playhouse throughout the holiday season with the mounting of this classical seasonal tale. This new musical is a faithful adaptation of the 1946 film, which has entered into our national mythology, and has become as much a part of the Christmas holiday as the evergreen tree and fruitcake.
European and African tradition meet in the annual holiday performance by the Penn State Behrend Concert Choir and Chamber Choir. The concert takes place at 8 pm Friday, Nov 30, in the college’s Larry and Kathryn Smith Chapel. Tickets are $5 for general admission and $3 for Penn State Behrend students, faculty and staff. They can be purchased at the Reed Union Building information desk and at the door.
Gannon University’s Dahlkemper School of Business Administration on Friday, Nov 30 will host an informational event to help high school juniors and seniors decide if pursuing a degree in business is right for them. The event, Business Day, also will address the types of post-graduation opportunities available to students should they decide to major in business. Business Day is open to prospective students as well as their parents and will be held from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm on the second floor of the Waldron Campus Center, 124 West Seventh Street. During the event, the attendees will be able to meet with graduates of Gannon’s Dahlkemper Business School and current business students. In addition, the high school students also can participate in workshops on different business majors. Parents can meet with representatives from financial aid to review procedures and ask questions. The event will conclude with a tour of the campus. Gannon’s Dahlkemper School of Business Administration offers a wide range of programs, including accounting, advertising communications, business administration, finance, international business, management, marketing, risk management/insurance, and sports management and marketing. For more information on the Dahlkemper School or Business Day call (814) 871-7566.
Celebrate the Christmas season by visiting Santa Claus himself at the Experience Erie Children’s Museum. Enjoy a picnic breakfast, singing, a puppet show, and time for the children to make gifts for their loved ones. Picnic Breakfast with Santa Giftmaking Workshop takes place Saturdays, 9-11 am, Dec 1, 8, 15 and 22. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission is $8, $6 for members and free for kids under 2.
Family First Sports Park is holding a FREE Youth Football Clinic for kids 7-13 on Saturday, Dec 1 from 9 am - 12 noon. The clinic is hosted by the Mercyhurst College Football Program and Head Coach, Marty Schaetzle. Participants will learn fundamentals as well as individual positions of the game. Register online here. For more information, please contact Mat Carpinello by e-mail or at (814) 866-5425 ext. 247.
The Gannon University Social Work Club Christmas Dinner and Wellness Fair will be held in the university’s Hammermill Center, Peach Street and South Park Row, on Sunday, Dec 2. The event is FREE and open to the public. Doors will open at 10 am, and meals will be served starting at 11:15 am. Santa will arrive at 12:15 pm to meet with the children on hand and pass out gifts. The Dinner and Wellness Fair provide a full turkey dinner, Christmas presents, and clothing. In addition, representatives from local agencies and organizations will be on hand to provide attendees information on housing and human services as well as important health screenings. Last year organizers served nearly 800 meals. The university’s Student Government Association (SGA) helps fund the event. In addition, the dinner has been well supported by the local community. Gifts for Kids and Erie Insurance are among the event’s many contributors. Again, the event is FREE and open to the public. For more information, contact the Gannon University Social Work program at (814) 871-7263.
The Northwest Pennsylvania Collegiate Academy will hold their annual Recruitment Open House on Sunday, December 2, 1:00 to 3:30 pm. Over 500 eighth graders apply for approximately 225 freshman openings making admission harder than many colleges. Admission requirements include a minimum grade point average of 3.0, national standardized test scores at the 75th percentile or above, and two teacher recommendations. Please visit the Applying section of their site to learn more about applying to NW PA Collegiate Academy.
Kirk Nesset, this year’s winner of the prestigious Drue Heinz Literature Award for short fiction, will read and discuss his work at Mercyhurst College on Thursday, Dec 6, at 8 pm in Taylor Little Theatre. Nesset’s talk will unofficially kick off Mercyhurst’s annual Literary Festival. The 2008 edition, set for April, will bring to campus noted science fiction and fantasy writer Terry Bisson and Native American poet Joy Harjo and will culminate in the release of the student-produced Lumen literary magazine. A book-signing and reception will follow Nesset’s presentation. For information, contact Dr Kenneth Schiff, coordinator of the Mercyhurst Literary Festival, at (814) 824-2461.
Looking for an event to make this the most memorable holiday season ever? The Peppermint Ball is the area’s grandest event. The Peppermint Ball will be held Sat, Dec 8 from 7-10 pm. At the Peppermint Ball you will be treated like royalty and the elegance will make you feel as if you were a part of a fairy tale. Events of the evening include: Dancing, Competitions, and Fun for the whole family. Sponsored by the Erie Chapter of Demolay. Refreshments will be served. Family friendly environment - alcohol free. Music by Digital Thunder. Admission is $5 in advance or $6 at the door. Contact Ronald Cox at (814) 397-5859 for more info.
The Erie IT Network’s next Lunch’n Learn tackles the complexities of Blackberry Integration. It will be held on Thursday Dec 13, 11:30-1:00, at the Ambassador Banquet and Conferece Center, 7792 Peach Street in Erie. Data phones and PDAs are gaining prevelance in today’s workplace. More and more executives, sales agents and IT professionals are using hand held wireless devices to monitor servers, check emails and manage contacts. The speakers are with Research In Motion (RIM), the group that brought you the Blackberry. Join them for a technical seminar as they discuss the Blackberry Enterprise solution, including a look at the advanced security features inherent in the server software, as well as the framework used to deploy mobile applications. Register now, by clicking HERE. Or contact Karen at karen.kimet@technwpa.org or call (814) 451-1174.
The 25th annual McDonald’s High School Basketball Classic will be held in Erie PA on Friday, January 18 and Saturday January 18, 2008 at the Gannon University Hammermill Center. St Edward of Lakewood Ohio, Rice High School of NYC, Saint Patrick of Elizabeth NJ and Erie Cathedral Prep are in the powerful field. Adult General Admission tickets are $7 and Student General Admission are tickets are $5. Reserved tickets are $12.50.
Posted by Dennis at November 28, 2007 7:01 AM
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