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BusinessErie Insurance CEO Tim NeCastro steps down early, and Brian Bolash is interim CEOErie Insurance President and CEO Tim NeCastro is stepping down early, the company announced in a statement Tuesday. He had planned to retire at the end of 2026, and company representatives did not share a reason for the earlier exit.Today’s editionRead High School SportsFairview and Harbor Creek win District 10 3A soccer titles, and football playoff games are FridayTwo District 10 3A soccer titles are in the books. Fairview shut out Harbor Creek to win the girls title, and Harbor Creek posted its 14th shutout to win the boys title. Now the football playoffs take over Friday and Saturday.Today’s editionRead Election DayErie County polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. todayIt's Election Day in Erie County. If you're voting in person, polls are open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. We suggest checking your polling place before you head out. Tonia Fernandez, the county's Director of Elections, said three polling locations changed this election, and voters were notified by mail.Tuesday’s editionRead TravelBreeze Airways will fly from Erie to Las Vegas starting Jan. 6If a Las Vegas trip is on your wish list, you won't have to leave town to start it. The Erie Regional Airport Authority announced Monday that Breeze Airways will fly from Erie to Las Vegas, with a stop in Clearwater, Florida.Tuesday’s editionRead

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From WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com, Erie News Now and 3 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com1 hour ago

    The Women’s Care Center is this week’s winner of Loving Giving Local

    Each week, JET 24/FOX 66/YourErie.com teams up with Superstore Joe and the Auto Express Resale Center to give back to one local nonprofit making a difference in the community. The Women’s Care Center is this week’s winner of $250, part of Loving Giving Local. Tune in to JET Action News at 5 p.m. to watch the

  2. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com2 hours ago

    Jet Pet: Freya

  3. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com2 hours ago

    Birthdays: Tom Gregory, 82

  4. Erie News Now4 hours ago

    Banta Beats DiVittorio for PA-House 4

  5. Carlisle Sentinel7 hours ago

    Erie County reports major decline in syphilis cases

    Erie County has seen a dramatic decline in its number of reported syphilis cases so far in 2026.

  6. Erie Times-News11 hours ago

    Harbor Creek posts 14th shutout to win District 10 boys soccer title

    Harbor Creek's defense stands tall to win the District 10 3A boys soccer title.

  7. Erie News Now11 hours ago

    Ryan Bizzarro Wins Re-Election in 3rd District

  8. Erie Times-News12 hours ago

    Fairview's defense leads to District 10 3A girls soccer championship

    Fairview shuts out Harbor Creek to win D-10 3A girls soccer title.

  9. Times Observer12 hours ago

    Thompson ‘honored’ to be returned to Congress by voters

    On Tuesday, the voters of Pennsylvania’s 15th Congressional District reelected Congressman Glenn “GT” Thompson to serve a tenth term in the U.S. House of Representatives. Thompson, the first Pennsylvanian since the 1860’s to serve as Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, was joined by friends, family, and supporters for an election night celebration in Clearfield. […]

  10. Erie News Now12 hours ago

    Erie County Election Official Report About 50% Voter Turnout

    While Election Day is over, the work is not finished. Over the next several days, officials will continue counting military ballots, provisional ballots and any damaged ballots.

  11. Erie News Now12 hours ago

    Political Analysts Talk About the Election

  12. Erie News Now12 hours ago

    Voters Expecting Action Evident as Election Results Pour in

  13. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com12 hours ago

    Political analyst Dr. Joe Morris talks 2026 Pennsylvania General Election

    In the JET Action News studio on election night was political analyst Dr. Joe Morris of Mercyhurst University. Watch the videos below to see what he had to say regarding the 2026 General Election. 10 p.m. newscast: 11 p.m. newscast:

    Also reported byErie News Now

  14. Erie Times-News12 hours ago

    Harkins, Merski win new state House terms after running unopposed

    Harkins will be serving his 11th term while Merski was elected to his fifth term

  15. Erie News Now12 hours ago

    Pennsylvania House 3rd District Race Continues

  16. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com12 hours ago

    Lancers, Huskies prepare for D-10 4A semifinal matchup

    General McLane and Harbor Creek are set to face off in the District 10 4A football semifinals Friday night at Edinboro University. The Lancers won the first battle this fall, 27-19, on October 2nd at Harbor Creek high school.

  17. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com14 hours ago

    Back to the 70s for one more day

    We’ve had 3 days in a row of high temps. above 70 degrees and we have another one coming Wednesday. I looked back at how often this happens and only went back 6 years, but it’s a fairly common occurence. Does it mean much for the upcoming winter? Probably not a huge factor. The last

  18. Erie News Now16 hours ago

    2026 General Election Results

    Get the latest election results from Erie News Now.

  19. Erie News Now16 hours ago

    Former Pirates Manager Clint Hurdle Speaking at PennWest Edinboro

  20. Erie News Now16 hours ago

    Spotlight @ 7: Leading up to the Midterms

  21. Erie News Now16 hours ago

    Behind the Story: What the Election Looks Like

  22. Erie News Now16 hours ago

    WWII Veteran Don Grumblatt

  23. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com16 hours ago

    Today’s Top Stories: November 3, 2026

    Each night, JET Action News will be bringing you the top stories of the day from around northwest Pennsylvania for you to catch up on what’s going on in your community! Click the links below to learn more! Tim NeCastro out as Erie Insurance CEO Tim NeCastro is stepping down as President and CEO of

  24. Erie News Now16 hours ago

    Dr. Joe Morris on How Pivotal Midterm Elections are on Legislation

  25. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com17 hours ago

    Applications for open LIHEAP 2026-27 program

    (WJET/WFXP)– The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PA DHS) announced that applications have opened applications for LIHEAP grants worth up to $1,000 to help Pennsylvanians keep their homes warm this upcoming winter. Applications opened this week for the program that helps hundreds of thousands of households across the Commonwealth, giving out cash and crisis grants

  26. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com17 hours ago

    2026 Pennsylvania General Election Results

    (WJET/WFXP) — The 2026 Pennsylvania general election is on Tuesday, November 3. Notable races include the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and several House representatives. Below is our breakdown of several races throughout the Commonwealth:

  27. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com17 hours ago

    2026 General Election Results: Pennsylvania House of Representatives

    (WJET/WFXP) — The 2026 Pennsylvania general election is on Tuesday, November 3. Notable races include Pennsylvania Governor, Lieutenant Governor and several House representatives. Below is our breakdown of several Pennsylvania House of Representatives races throughout the Commonwealth:

  28. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com17 hours ago

    ‘Everybody should vote’ — Erie residents head to polls to cast ballots

    Voters across Erie County turned out at polling stations on Tuesday to cast their ballots on Election Day. Local precincts saw an early morning rush of voters followed by a steady flow of polling activity throughout the day. At Precinct 515, election officials recorded strong voter turnout early in the morning as residents lined up

  29. Erie News Now18 hours ago

    Election Night with Congressman Mike Kelly

  30. Erie News Now18 hours ago

    Hochul and Blakeman for NY Governorship

  31. Erie News Now18 hours ago

    Trending with Lily: November 3

  32. Erie News Now18 hours ago

    Voters Heading to the Polls in Erie

  33. Erie News Now18 hours ago

    Election Day 2026 at JoAnna Connell

  34. Erie News Now19 hours ago

    First at 4: Bigfoot Bash Corry First Friday

  35. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com19 hours ago

    Coats for those in need stolen from EUMA thrift store

    Erie United Methodist Alliance (EUMA), is asking for the community’s help after the majority of their coat stock was stolen. The coats were being stored at the Rainbow Connection Thrift Store on Buffalo Road and would have been gifted to those in need. With winter quickly approaching, they are urging the community to donate new

  36. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com19 hours ago

    Local WWII veteran celebrates 100th birthday

    The Springhill Senior Living community is coming together to celebrate one of their own reaching a century of life. Don Grumblatt turned 100 years old Tuesday, marking a milestone that comes with decades of memories and experiences— and wisdom that spans across generations. “Just take each day at a time, don’t sweat the small stuff,”

  37. Erie News Now19 hours ago

    First at 4: Holiday Craft & Gift Festival

  38. WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com19 hours ago

    Election Day trolley helps Erie voters get to polls

    In part of an Erie tradition, the Erie mayor’s office welcomed voters on the Election Day trolley. The tradition ensures that older residents living in senior living apartments have accessible transportation to and from the polls. We caught up with the trolley as it made one of its final stops Tuesday morning. “It’s hard for

  39. Erie News Now19 hours ago

    Election Day at Joanna Connell Elementary

  40. Erie News Now19 hours ago

    First at 4: Festival After Dark 2026

In brief

The short notes of Daily Erie’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.

  • Downtown D'LightsThe 2026 Downtown D'Lights holiday festival will be held Fri., Nov.

    The 2026 Downtown D'Lights holiday festival will be held Fri., Nov. 20, the Friday before Thanksgiving. The Erie Downtown Partnership's Emily Fetko said, "We are going to keep that date moving forward in subsequent years."

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Erie Times-News

  • Post officeThe Poplar Street Post Office, closed for repairs since October 2025, will now reopen in December, USPS spokesperson Mark Lawrence said.

    The Poplar Street Post Office, closed for repairs since October 2025, will now reopen in December, USPS spokesperson Mark Lawrence said. The landlord expects the work done by mid-December, and the public will be told the exact date.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com

  • LIHEAPIf you need help heating your home, LIHEAP applications opened this week for cash and crisis grants worth up to $1,000 each season.

    If you need help heating your home, LIHEAP applications opened this week for cash and crisis grants worth up to $1,000 each season. The state Department of Human Services says the program pays utility providers directly for eligible households.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com

  • ScholarshipIf you know a college-bound senior on a varsity baseball or softball team, the Erie SeaWolves are accepting applications for the 2027 Chace Numata Scholarship.

    If you know a college-bound senior on a varsity baseball or softball team, the Erie SeaWolves are accepting applications for the 2027 Chace Numata Scholarship. It supports local student-athletes who show leadership, teamwork and a positive impact on others.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Erie News Now

  • MilestoneDon Grumblatt, a World War II veteran, turned 100 on Tuesday, and the Springhill Senior Living community is celebrating him as "one of their own." His advice: "Just take each day at a time, don't sweat the small stuff."

    Don Grumblatt, a World War II veteran, turned 100 on Tuesday, and the Springhill Senior Living community is celebrating him as "one of their own." His advice: "Just take each day at a time, don't sweat the small stuff."

    News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com

  • HousingThe City of Erie will establish an Office of Housing Services in January 2027, focused on affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization and resident support.

    The City of Erie will establish an Office of Housing Services in January 2027, focused on affordable housing, neighborhood revitalization and resident support. The city announced Monday that the office will work alongside the redevelopment authority. It follows a civic dialogue with residents, whose top priority was affordable rental housing. At the beginning of October, the city also put a rental registration and inspection program into effect in-house.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: Erie News Now, WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com

  • Energy billsThe Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a $10.5 million rate increase for National Fuel Gas Distribution customers, about $3 a month, or about 3.5%, for the average customer.

    The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission approved a $10.5 million rate increase for National Fuel Gas Distribution customers, about $3 a month, or about 3.5%, for the average customer. If you want help with a LIHEAP application, staff are at the UPMC Health Plan Neighborhood Center – Erie today from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSources: Erie News Now, National Fuel

  • Gas pricesGas in Erie averages $4.636 a gallon, and Western Pennsylvania's average fell five cents over the past week to $4.624, according to AAA East Central.

    Gas in Erie averages $4.636 a gallon, and Western Pennsylvania's average fell five cents over the past week to $4.624, according to AAA East Central. Nationally, regular is $4.16 a gallon.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Erie News Now

  • COVID fundsErie County will close the books this year on its federal COVID-19 relief money.

    Erie County will close the books this year on its federal COVID-19 relief money. The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 provided almost $52.4 million to the county, and Finance Director Patrick Ryan said it will be spent by the end of this year.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: Erie Times-News

  • Road reopensSteen Hill Road in Crawford County between Route 285 and Dunn Road reopened Friday, PennDOT said.

    Steen Hill Road in Crawford County between Route 285 and Dunn Road reopened Friday, PennDOT said. It had been closed since the end of September and required a nearly nine-mile detour.

    News Notes · Tuesday’s editionSource: WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com