At long last, the Brig Niagara is homeward bound for Erie

10 June 2026, 8:19 am

Pennsylvania's flagship, the Brig Niagara, will be in Erie for the nation's 250th birthday celebration. The tall ship is homeward bound after repairs in Maine.... Read More »

Big Boy No. 4014 passes by Wabtec in Erie, Pa. en route to Buffalo

10 June 2026, 6:32 am

Big Boy No. 4014 passes by Wabtec in Erie, Pa. en route to Buffalo ...... Read More »

Vogel, Devlin say Erie ready to help rebuild America's fleet | Opinion

10 June 2026, 5:02 am

Can Erie support a major shipyard? The real question is whether Erie can help America expand its maritime and defense industrial capacity.... Read More »

Spectators catch Big Boy No. 4014 roll through Erie at Union Station

9 June 2026, 10:07 am

Hundreds of spectators gathered at Union Station in Erie to witness the Big Boy No. 4014 roll through Erie as part of the America250 celebration.... Read More »

Four things to know about shipbuilding in Erie

9 June 2026, 5:07 am

Erie has a long history of shipbuilding. Local leaders are hoping to write a new chapter.... Read More »

Pa.’s most treasured ship is coming home after the most extensive restoration in its history

9 June 2026, 4:18 am

The U.S. Brig Niagara departed Maine at daybreak Saturday, embarking on a 2,000-nautical-mile journey to its Erie homeport following a year-long, $6.9 million restoration at Bristol Marine’s Sample’s ...... Read More »

Erie leaders explore potential for major shipbuilding site

8 June 2026, 10:12 pm

Erie has a history of shipbuilding that dates back to 1812. There's a new effort, called Anchor Erie, to build on that past.... Read More »

Your complete guide to America’s 250th birthday in Erie

5 June 2026, 12:37 pm

From July 4 events to Erie’s place in American history, find all Erie Times-News coverage of the nation’s 250th anniversary.... Read More »

Listen to live music outdoors in Erie this summer. Here's your guide

3 June 2026, 10:52 pm

The months of June through August are filled with outdoor music, with most events free of charge. Here's when and where to find it in the Erie area.... Read More »

All eyes are on Pennsylvania this election cycle. Erie County demonstrates why

5 October 2024, 2:00 am

In April, Erie, Pennsylvania, resident Bekah Mook was undecided on the presidential election. She didn't want to see another Trump term, but had concerns about President Biden's age. But with just ...... Read More »

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