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See the oldest building on State Street in Erie PA, former residence of Horace Greeley: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on December 2, 2025 by xtinethewriter

By Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ December 2, 2025 414 State St. ~ 1830 The Sterrett House This historic two-story Federal-style home was “erected of brick brought from England as ballast on a boat,” according to 1949 information from the Erie … Continue reading →

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Unlocking Lockport ~ A Thriving Town that Vanished: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on August 15, 2025 by xtinethewriter

Erie County History Enthusiasts ~ Check out this look at Lockport, a thriving town that vanished after the Erie Canal Extension closed down. Its post office, Platea, still exists as a village in southern Erie County, PA. Continue reading →

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OMG It’s Penguin Porn!

Posted on June 3, 2025 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ June 2, 2025 I was trying to produce a nice, family-friendly video feature of the lovely animals at the local Zoo, but that notion sort of flew out the window when I turned the camera … Continue reading →

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Erie, PA Military History Quiz: Xtine’s 20 questions

Posted on May 2, 2025 by xtinethewriter

Hello Erie history lovers, it’s time to put on your military thinking cap and take a quiz about Erie’s notable military past. Continue reading →

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See the Forgotten Covered Bridges of Erie County, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on March 29, 2025 by xtinethewriter

Attention covered bridge enthusiasts ~ Take a look at these covered bridges in Erie County, PA from long ago Continue reading →

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School No. 9 “Franklin School” has sat atop Federal Hill in Erie, PA for over 130 years: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on March 13, 2025 by xtinethewriter

Check out the details and pictures of Erie, PA’s historic School No. 9, situated on Federal Hill in the heart of the city. Continue reading →

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Unofficial names for WEDDING things that get grouped together: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on November 19, 2024 by xtinethewriter

If there’s a gaggle of geese and a bevy of beautiful people, then what are groups of wedding things called? Here’s a creative list of what those names might be. Continue reading →

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Valley School ~ The tale of the little country Schoolhouse in Albion, PA: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on November 17, 2024 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ November 16, 2024 The Valley School was a schoolhouse that was saved from dilapidation in Albion. The image on top shows the structure in its original location on Cherry Hill Road. Photo credit to the … 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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Audiobook – Video: How the tragic fire at St. Michael’s Church put an end to a Community Gem: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on October 22, 2024 by xtinethewriter
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