@itchy-cpi.bsky.social"And not only did we go and suffer things. I saw men die over nothing in prison. I saw men lose their manhood in prison. I've had all kinds of issues in prison. I couldn't have made it unless I was the person I am."
#ErieCounty #WrongfulConviction #RiskRetentionFund #JustCompensation
@newyorktopnews.bsky.social5 individuals from #Buffalo, #Tonawanda & #Lockport #NewYork were arrested during an #ErieCounty #child-exploitation operation conducted by State Police & partner agencies. All 5 were charged with 2nd-degree attempted #rape. Arrests occurred Oct 2–4, 2026.
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialHolly's report reveals alarming lead-poisoning numbers in 2026, already matching the total from the previous HUD grant, sparking urgent outreach efforts.
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#ErieErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #PublicHealth #ErieCounty #LeadPoisoning #CommunityOutreach
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialA correctional officer at Erie County Prison logged an astonishing 1,213 hours of overtime this year, raising serious questions about staffing shortages and taxpayer costs.
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #WorkforceIssues #ErieCountyPrison #PublicSafety
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialA concerned resident is demanding transparency from Erie County about a $4.4 million inmate healthcare contract, questioning the due diligence behind the decision.
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #HealthcareOversight #PublicAccountability #ErieCountyInmateHealth
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialAllegations of sexual abuse by Erie County Prison staff raise serious questions about the safety of female inmates and the accountability of those in leadership roles.
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialIn a remarkable show of unity, the Northern Tier Consortium stepped up to help Erie County manage a staggering surge of over 10,500 calls on September 3, proving that teamwork truly makes the dream work.
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialKaren Chilcott advocates for the Human Relations Commission to transition to the county executive’s administration, promising enhanced coordination and visibility in the fight against discrimination.
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #GovernanceReform #ErieCountyHumanRelations
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialErie County's aging land-record system could be replaced by a modern solution that consolidates vital veteran records and enhances public access.
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #ErieCountyVeterans #PublicRecords #DigitalTransformation #CivicAccountability
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialErie County's small-business investment program has generated a staggering $7.6 million in economic impact while supporting BIPOC businesses and retaining 149 jobs!
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #JobRetention #SmallBusinessSupport #ErieCountyBIPOC
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialResidents are demanding an independent investigation into shocking allegations of abuse and neglect at the Erie County Prison, raising urgent calls for transparency and accountability.
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #ErieCountyPrison #PublicSafety #CivicAccountability
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialResidents are demanding an independent investigation into shocking allegations of abuse and neglect at Erie County Prison, calling for transparency and accountability in the face of disturbing testimonies.
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@rluthmann.bsky.socialRyan Flynn got out on June 19. He was back in jail on August 12. His papers describe a $50,000 cash bail in a misdemeanor case. John Flynn’s cousin and accuser calls it retaliation. Hochul’s New York owes him answers.
#RyanFlynn #KathyHochul #ErieCounty
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialErie County is taking a bold step to combat gun violence and support domestic abuse victims with a new grant-funded initiative led by Chief Detective Joe Spasco.
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialErie County is shaking things up as a council member proposes transferring the Human Relations Commission's operations directly to the county administration—what does this mean for its future?
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialErie County Council has just approved a $2.25 million emergency fund to replace malfunctioning courthouse elevators, a move sparked by disruptions to trials and witness safety.
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #EmergencyProcurement #ErieCountyCourts #PublicSafety
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialA new grant of nearly $500,000 will empower Erie County to tackle gun violence and enhance support for domestic violence victims through targeted programs and vital resources.
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@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialErie County Council has just approved a groundbreaking capital reserve fund aimed at streamlining major non-bond projects, but not without some heated debate!
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #GovernmentAccountability #PublicFunding #ErieCountyCapitalProjects
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialThe Erie County Board of Elections is weighing the pros and cons of cutting-edge smart mail-ballot drop boxes, amidst rising concerns over security and privacy.
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #ErieCountyElections #PrivacyConcerns #ElectionSecurity #VotingTechnology
@citizenptnewspa.bsky.socialErie County Council just approved a $5 million fund to tackle urgent capital projects, including replacing failing elevators that are causing serious safety concerns!
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#ErieCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureInvestment #ErieCountyCapitalProjects #PublicSafety