Events, Interviews, and Articles from the Blue Coats.

  • Covid-19 and Gun Violence

    Erie Blue Coats explain Erie youth gun violence and call for action Erie Times-News Sunday, August 28, 2022, Lisa Thompson Sayers Members of the Erie Blue Coats, from left to right, Dave Garren, Roscoe Carroll, Daryl Craig and Craig Heidelberg (Aug. 3, 2022, Greg Wohlford/Erie Times-News Q: Can you set the stage for the escalating violence…

  • Celebrating Black History Month

    Erie’s Public Schools webpage praises Daryl Craig for his celebration of black history and dedication to making a difference. Daryl Craig Daryl Craig, or “Brother D” as he is known to all he helps, is the leader of the Blue Coats, a group of volunteer peacekeepers who have been working since 2004 to defuse violence and promote safety…

  • Blue Coats act as Peacekeepers in Erie Schools

    The Washington Times Wednesday, May 21st 2014 By LISA THOMPSON ERIE, Pa. (AP) – Rain pelted the ice and slush piled outside Wayne School. Divone Jones, 20, stood smiling in his bright blue vest and dripping stocking cap, undeterred. He greeted the throngs of students who streamed out of the building at the end of the…