Good morning, Erie.

Millcreek Mall averaged a 4.12-star rating on Google reviews for food outlets and ranked sixth among 20 top malls in a study from MRI Software.

The study (using data from across the nation) found nearly two-thirds of its outlets earned at least four stars.

Julie Donaldson opened her shop Julie’s Sweet Treats on Feb.

13 in North East to sell chocolate-covered confections. She had rented kitchens since 2017 after starting to dip foods in chocolate at age 10 (a passion that inspired her dream to own a shop).

Three local women are leading portrait workshops in high school art classes, offering lessons in black history through creative expression—covered by the Erie Reader today.

Gov. Shapiro signed a bill on Feb.

11 that requires public and private elementary schools to teach cursive writing; the new rule will take effect in 60 days + local educators like Erie’s assistant superintendent note that the skill helps students read historical documents.

On Friday afternoon, Mercyhurst students ran live business simulations at the Center for Applied Excellence before heading to Nashville for the National Collegiate Business Championships, where three teams will compete in Digital Marketing, Innovation, and Graduate Sport Analytics under the guidance of faculty mentors.

A Climate Central study shows Erie winters are 16 days shorter than during 1970—1997, with cold weather starting 10 days later on Dec.

22 and ending six days earlier on March 5. Warmer winters may affect local water, crops and recreation.

A comprehensive tax season guide details 2026 filing deadlines, document checklists, and new deduction rules — local residents should verify available filing locations to ensure timely submissions.

Dr. Kylie Morris, a family physician in Erie County, warned on Feb.

13 of a gray market for counterfeit GLP-1 drugs compounded with unregulated overseas ingredients & linked to 1,400 adverse events and 23 deaths, as the Shapiro Administration targeted illegal pharmacies & urged safer practices.

Fairview boys basketball clinched a Region 6 title with a 62-43 win over Harbor Creek on Feb.

13. The win completed a season sweep and bolstered their D-10 Class 4A playoff resume.

Eisenhower senior Clara Steinberg broke the Warren County scoring record and discussed her record-setting game with local reporters.

Her achievement marks a milestone for the school’s basketball team.

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.

St. Patty's Make & Take Workshop

12-1 p.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Erie — Pre-registration required — Create a festive piece for your home using a variety of paint colors.

Kingston Frontenacs vs Erie Otters

7-8 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Streaming available — Catch the Kingston Frontenacs take on the Erie Otters in an exciting hockey matchup on FloHockey.