Pennsylvania State Police strongly believe they have the persons responsible for setting fire to the Gudgeonville bridge back in November. Joshua Bell of Albion and Jeffrey Gleason of Conneautville, both in their early 20’s, are not only suspected for the arson of the historic covered bridge but also for taking part in a larger [...]

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If you didn’t register to vote by 8 p.m. yesterday, you’ll have to wait four years to vote for president again.
Tom Ridge and Lynn Swann will hold a rally Wednesday in Perry Square in support of the McCain-Palin ticket. In Pennsylvania, here are the polling numbers: Quinnipiac poll has Obama up in PA by [...]

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Erie Renewable Energy has submitted a new emissions plan to the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. Don’t expect a permit from the DEP for many months as they review all the information. There is considerable resistance to the plant locally.
The US House of Representatives passed the “Bailout Bill” yesterday. The plan was signed by President [...]

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Erie County Executive Mark DiVecchio wants a new office on the fifth floor of the courthouse. He might not have to wait for the $3 million renovation and the removal of the jail cells of the old pre-release center.
An investigation by Erie County Controller Sue Weber uncovered the following alleged acts:
* Erie County Executive Mark [...]

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