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“The Death of a General: The Story of Anthony Wayne” by Christine Lorraine Morgan ~ Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on December 20, 2025 by xtinethewriter

Published Dec. 15, 1985 in the Erie Times News Sunday magazine Feature story by Christine Lorraine Morgan Revised/typed on Dec. 16, 2025 Author Christine Lorraine Morgan smiles while conducting research on General Anthony Wayne inside of the Wayne Blockhouse in … Continue reading →

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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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It’s Lawrence Park’s 100th Birthday! Celebrate the Centennial with a special quiz about Lawrence Park’s Unique History: Xtine’s 20 questions

Posted on December 8, 2025 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan and Jaye H. Beebe * * * * * * * This quiz was written specifically for the Lawrence Park, PA community, to commemorate that township’s Centennial Celebration in 2026. Most residents of Erie County, PA … Continue reading →

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THE STORY OF GROVE HOUSE PARK, the Exquisite Lake Erie Haven in Lawrence Park that Vanished: Christine’s Chronicles 

Posted on December 5, 2025 by xtinethewriter

by Christine Lorraine Morgan, Dec. 3, 2025 A proposed city of greatness was mapped out on paper in the late 1790s, and the area in which the future settlement was anticipated sat nestled in the wilderness at the mouth of … Continue reading →

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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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For over 60 Years Larry’s Central Market has served Erie shoppers: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on December 1, 2025 by xtinethewriter

Larry’s Central Market 1626 Sassafras by Christine Lorraine Morgan, Nov. 30, 2025 This mid-city landmark has been a fixture for local shoppers since the 1960s. The building, which was built in the 1890s, was there when the old Central Market … Continue reading →

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Presenting the Historical Fiction Story of Emma G. Lawrence, Erie’s first known female African American business owner: Christine’s Chronicles

Posted on November 25, 2025 by xtinethewriter

This is a historical fiction piece, the facts are true but the details are made up. It was written as a tribute to one of Erie’s great women in history to help bring her story into the limelight. by Christine … 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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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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