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Vincent “Younger” Frazzini ~ Performed for the Beatles with The Fabulous Epics and created timeless art pieces: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on December 13, 2025 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan, Dec. 13, 2025 ~ NOTE: Vinny was my beloved uncle and I am creating this feature in honor of his memory. Compiled with a helping hand from my facebook friend GC68/Toby. Born in Erie’s little Italy … Continue reading →

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Whatever happened to the “Giant Coaster” at Four Mile Creek Park in Erie, PA? Well, we figured out where it went: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on September 12, 2025 by xtinethewriter

Are you intrigued by beautiful places that thrived then vanished? Read this! Continue reading →

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Old Main Building at Mercyhurst University, built in 1926: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on November 9, 2024 by xtinethewriter

By Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ Nov. 9, 2024 This massive English Gothic structure, the Old Main building, is said to be the heart of the Mercyhurst campus. Upon its completion in 1926 the building totaled over 63,000 square feet. Visible … Continue reading →

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Presenting the three lighthouses of Lake Erie’s coast at the Port of Erie: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on August 3, 2024 by xtinethewriter

Attention Lighthouse Lovers – did you know that one of Erie’s three lighthouses is constructed in an unusual square-pyramidal design, and is the last remaining lighthouse of this type in the U.S.? Continue reading →

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See 1991 Photos of Ted Nugent, Damn Yankees and Bad Company’s Brian Howe with the full backstage story: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on July 15, 2024 by xtinethewriter

If you’d like to catch a glimpse of unreleased 1991 photos of Ted Nugent and Damn Yankees you’ve come to the right place. Continue reading →

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View these never-seen-before 1990 photos of Kiss’ Gene Simmons in Erie, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on July 6, 2024 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan, July 5, 2024 The infamous rock group Kiss stormed into the sleepy city of Erie, PA On Oct. 16, 1990 amid censorship controversy on the local level. The hubbub was regarding Kiss’ stop in Erie during … Continue reading →

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Did you know that Train’s Pat Monahan was crowned king of the McDowell prom? ~ Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on August 31, 2023 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ Aug. 31, 2023 Before his “train” arrived ~ The caption of this 1987 Millcreek Sun image states: “Royal Couple — Crowned as this year’s McDowell Senior Prom king and queen, Sue Sweeting and Pat Monahan pose … Continue reading →

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Did you know the first lighthouse keeper at Presque Isle called it “the loneliest place on earth?” Watch this video to learn more: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on March 31, 2022 by xtinethewriter

Climb up the 149-year-old metal spiral staircase to see what the first lighthouse keepers at Presque Isle might have observed Continue reading →

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Riehl Gardens ~ A place of beauty in Fairview, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on March 29, 2022 by xtinethewriter

“Riehl Gardens is Beautiful” was a perfect slogan for this former business because it truly lived up to that statement. Check out these photos and story to see for yourself. Continue reading →

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