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Saturday, January 10th, 2026
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Construction nears completion on a new Chipotle Mexican Grill by the Sheetz on Constitution Boulevard (Route 51) in Chippewa Township, although its opening date is unannounced. Crews are also building a drive-through Starbucks nearby and clearing land for a new Diehl Kia dealership lot next to the Giant Eagle. The Erie Times-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In 2025, Erie County Public Library data showed that fiction dominated as one war novel topped both the check-out and download lists, and readers favored titles from Kristin Hannah, Lisa Jewell, and Emily Henry (library staff reported). The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Penelec will upgrade 15 insulators on the block between Schley and Chestnut Sts near St. Vincent Hospital and Erie High School — both with backup power — and will cause a power outage affecting 340 customers on Jan. 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. If inclement weather occurs, the outage will be delayed to Jan. 13. The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Erie County Health Department reported its first flu-related death of the season on Jan. 9, noting that fewer than five residents have died as flu cases dropped since Jan. 2. Doctors advise vaccination+hand washing+mask wearing to protect vulnerable people. The Erie Times-News
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Literary Landscapes Workshop
6-7 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — $40 — Transform a hollowed-out book into a whimsical succulent garden in a creative and eco-friendly workshop.
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Soo Greyhounds vs Erie Otters
7-9 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Watch the 2026 Soo Greyhounds take on the Erie Otters live on FloHockey with streaming available on various platforms.
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CRI Fire & Ice Winter Fest
5-10 p.m. — Erie Yacht Club — $40/pp — Enjoy ice sculptures, a DJ, vendors, auctions, drinks, and fireworks at this festive winter celebration.
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Ghost Hounds Concert
7-9 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of classic hits with Ghost Hounds and special guest Don Felder of the Eagles.
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