Man Dies After Train Collision
Erie – A man was killed in Erie when he was hit by a train early Sunday morning. According to the Erie Police and Erie County 9-1-1 he was struck by a Norfolk Southern train near the Hagerty Family Events Center around 5 a.m. on Sunday morning, and multiple calls were made about the incident. A representative from the office of Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook pronounced the victim dead about an hour later. A positive identity of the victim has not been confirmed as of press time.

Smoking Banned on all County Properties
Mercer – Mercer County commissioners agreed last week to ban smoking outside of all county-owned buildings and facilities. The total smoking ban takes place on July 15th. According to various sources, the Commissioners’ primary reason is public health. An example that was cited is the number of people smoking outside of the entrance to the Mercer County Courthouse, filling the main entrance with cigarette smoke for much of the day. Commissioners also hope it will reduce the number of employees taking smoke breaks.