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Erie
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bayfront Maritime Center invites Erie residents to join volunteer events to support its upkeep — officials say details on the schedule and locations will follow. Community organizers hope the initiative will celebrate our maritime heritage. Erie Reader
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ MP Coney Island will open a new sister location on upper Peach Street in Summit Township, with franchise owners set to announce the full address by late February (the historic chili dog brand has been serving fans since 1923) while its original location remains open on Sterrettania Road today. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Erie Restaurant Week runs through Jan. 31 with 70+ restaurants offering special dining deals and Visa gift card contests. Luminary Distilling moves to a larger space on State St while Almadina Supermarket plans a Ramadan expansion on Parade St starting Feb. 18. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority has invested $4.9 million through the Multi-Municipal Collaboration Grant to support EMS upgrades including new ambulances and tactical vehicles — collaboration among local communities is set to improve emergency response as agencies leverage over $10 million in matching funds. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ A wall on the 25 E. 10th St. parking garage is held in place by steel cables after it became dislodged in early December, and the Parking Authority says it remains stable despite high winds. Repairs will begin when warmer weather returns (no structural concerns reported). The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ ECGRA awarded a $100,000 grant to EmergyCare on Jan. 29 to help cover the nearly $195,000 cost of a new ambulance at its Education Center. The grant supports EMS capacity as EmergyCare, which handles over 25,000 incidents yearly, updates its aging fleet — boosting county emergency response. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ EmergyCare received a $100,000 grant from ECGRA to replace its aging ambulance. President David Basnak said the funds will boost local EMS services. The Erie Times-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Valentine’s Day falls on Saturday this year, so Erie restaurants urge couples to book a table soon at one of 15 venues offering romantic menus, from high-end pizza to fine Italian dining (including options on State St. and West Erie Plaza Drive). The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Erie restaurants are hosting creative Galentine's Day events with hands-on art workshops and special menus scheduled from Feb. 7 to Feb. 13. Attendees can join projects including paint-and-sip sessions and bouquet-making (registration and ticket details vary by event). The Erie Times-News
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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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Rose and Bouquets
Galentine's Day evening — 5:00 - 10:00 p.m. — Two45 Waterfront Grille — $31 to $50 — Sip on rosé while crafting beautiful bouquets for a perfect night out.
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Plant and Book Bingo Night
4:30-10:30 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — $30 — Enjoy a cozy evening of bingo with plants, books, and various prizes up for grabs.
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