John Last

2 days ago | erienewsnow.com | John Last

There was a time I never thought I would be saying this. But here goes. I'm a big fan of the TV game show Jeopardy!  If I can't watch at 7:30, I have it recorded. So you can imagine my excitement when I found out that a local Jeopardy! competition is being presented live by the Jefferson Educational Society. I arrive at the Jefferson and take a seat in the audience. This edition of Jeopardy! is being conducted by four members of the Erie Civil War Roundtable.

5 days ago | erienewsnow.com | John Last

I know a few nurses. One I know very, very well. Nurses are caring and compassionate about their patients and they're dedicated to their profession. I’m in Millcreek to experience a great example of that dedication. I’ve been invited by members of the Nurse Honor Guard Chapter of Erie County to a tribute ceremony they are conducting for Donna Griffin. Donna was a beloved and respected nurse from AHN-St. Vincent Hospital who died last December. We are at Our Lady of Peace Church.

5 days ago | csmonitor.com | John Last

On the streets outside the American University of Florence, no one is speaking Italian. Everywhere, there are strong, clear American accents, debating the merits of Ibiza or the weight-loss benefits of the Mediterranean diet. This year, though, students might detect an undercurrent of veiled resentment in the air.

1 week ago | erienewsnow.com | John Last

Anyone who knows anything about Wesleyville and its history knows all about Hill's Market. Hill's was a cherished institution in the community for 71 years. That's why I’m joining some townspeople that are gathering inside the former Hill’s Market building for a surprise party to honor a beloved member of the Hill family. Claire Hill is being surprised for her 100th birthday. This is special! The crowd is welcoming her before she can even enter the building.

1 week ago | erienewsnow.com | John Last

I've highlighted a lot of interesting people on The Last Word doing a lot of interesting things. I hear from viewers who ask me if those people are still doing those interesting things. They want an update. So, let's do it. Let's check in on two people from the Last Word Hall of Fame. Remember Tony Sobina from Oil City? We first met him in late March 2023. He had gone fishing for 1,086 days in a row and we joined him on Elk Creek in Girard as he continued his streak. Today, that streak still continues.