North East News-Journal

12/06/2025

North East Celebrates Sugar Plum Saturday
Join Us!

Exciting things happening this weekend during Sugar Plum Saturday!🎄

12/05/2025

🎄✨ Christmas in North East ✨🎄

There’s nothing quite like the magic of the season in our little town — twinkling lights, local shops dressed for the holidays, and the spirit of community in every corner. ❤️

This Christmas, let’s Shop Local and Support Local — not just because it strengthens our businesses, but because it strengthens us. 🛍️🎁

From our Main Street to your home…
Merry Christmas, North East! 🎅❄️🌟

11/26/2025

It’s officially *that* time of year in North East! 🎄✨
The 2025 Holiday Gift Guide from the North East News-Journal is here — packed with local gems, hometown favorites, and unique finds you won’t get anywhere else.

This season, let’s make our community shine a little brighter:
🛍️ Shop Local
🍽️ Eat Local
🍷 Drink Local
❤️ Support Local

Every purchase keeps our small-town spirit strong and supports the neighbors who make North East such a special place to call home.

Pick up the guide, discover something new, and spread the local love this holiday season! 🎁🌟

11/07/2025

REMINDER!

Move The Mountain Food Drive is tomorrow from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. Let's come together and support this annual community event

10/28/2025

🇺🇸 Pay Tribute to the Veterans in Your Life! 🇺🇸

The North East News-Journal will publish a special Veterans Day page on Friday, November 14, 2025, honoring the brave men and women who have served in the U.S. Military.

Submit a photo and details to thank and recognize your friend, family member, or loved one for their dedication and sacrifice.

📅 Submission deadline: November 10, 2025
💵 Cost: $25 per listing (1 col. x 4”)
📬 Mail to:
North East News-Journal
c/o Veteran’s Day Remembrance
39 S. Lake Street, North East, PA 16428

Or email your entry to [email protected].
Questions? Call 814-725-4831.

Let’s come together to honor those who have protected our freedom.

10/24/2025

💼 Now Hiring in North East!

The North East News-Journal Job Board is excited to share a new opportunity with DCP Law Office, LLC — a trusted local firm dedicated to serving our community.

DCP Law Office is currently seeking a motivated professional to join their growing team. If you’re looking to build your career in a supportive and professional environment, this could be the perfect fit!

📍 Location: North East, PA
👉 Learn more and apply today: https://jobsearch.career.network/ats/job-board/382812

Follow the North East News-Journal for more local career openings — connecting great people with great local employers!

10/15/2025

Breaking News!

The bridge over 20 mile creek in North East Township is now open!

10/10/2025

We have tickets available for our Chicken BBQ on Saturday. Sander's Markets has been kind enough to let us sell on Friday from 2:30-6:00pm. Contact your favorite Troop 57 scout or see us at Sander's Market on Friday for your tickets.

Thank you for your continued support!

09/25/2025

🍇 2025 Wine Fest Visitor Guide 🍷

As North East prepares to welcome the sights, sounds, and sweet aroma of grape harvest, we’re excited to announce the 2025 Wine Fest Visitor Guide — a limited-edition publication produced in partnership with Enjoy North East (formerly the Chamber of Commerce).

Wine Fest returns September 26–28, 2025 in historic downtown North East, and this year’s guide will be the go-to resource for visitors. Inside, guests will find:
🍇 Complete event details and schedules
🍇 Festival maps to help navigate vendors, wineries, and entertainment
🍇 Ads and features from local businesses eager to connect with thousands of festival-goers

08/27/2025

We would love to talk to Jamie B. About this amazing photo, if she’s out there, please email us:
[email protected]

Another day, another waterspout out on Lake Erie. This waterspout was captured at Freeport Beach in North East Pennsylvania. 🌪️🌫️
Photo taken by Jamie B.

(Adding the clarification to this post. North East is a small town located in Erie County PA not too far from Erie Pennsylvania. It's called North East but it is located in the Northwestern part of the state near Lake Erie).

08/10/2025

Calling all Ice Cream🍦Lovers
The Straw Hat Sundae Shop

07/12/2025

🎉 Congratulations to the Best of 2024! 🎉

The votes are in—and it's time to celebrate! 🏆
The North East News-Journal would like to extend a big CONGRATULATIONS to all the businesses and individuals recognized in this year’s Best of 2024 awards.

Your dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence continue to make North East an incredible place to live, work, and thrive. From local shops and restaurants to inspiring community leaders—thank you for all you do! 💛

👏 Let’s show them some love—drop your favorite winners in the comments!