Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of March.
Good morning, Erie.
🏘️ Community
Gregory D. Hall has been appointed as CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest Pennsylvania, inheriting the role from retired Karen Seggi who significantly expanded the organization.
Erie churches and organizations offer public Lenten dinners with meatless dishes like fish, pierogis, and pasta, available for dine-in or takeout from March 5 to April 17.
Erie City Council will vote to rename the 900 block of West 4th Street as “Tom Hoffman Way” in honor of Tom Hoffman Sr., a committed west Erie neighborhood leader who worked to enhance his community.
🚧 Accidents
A house involved in a fatal crash and subsequent fire in November was demolished on Monday.
🚨 Crime
Owners of Hertel & Brown Physical & Aquatic Therapy face six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to a $22 million health care fraud scheme.
🏈 Sports
District 10 girls basketball playoffs concluded with teams claiming titles across different classes, and a poll has been opened for the public to vote on the MVP based on standout performances.
The District 10 boys basketball playoffs concluded with Erie First Christian, Lakeview, Mercer, Cathedral Prep, and McDowell winning titles across different classes, and a poll for MVP featuring top performers Avery Collins, Lucas Fagley, Ben Godfrey, Michael Thompson, and Blayze Myers.
The Erie Times-News highlights Erie County's top athletes in its final weekly list for the PIAA's 2024-25 winter sports season, featuring Cathedral Prep's Ian Brown for his standout performance in hockey.
🎉 Erie Events
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Pete the Cat Performance
This musical features Pete, a laid-back, guitar-playing cat, who helps an organized second grader named Jimmy rediscover his inspiration through a fun-filled adventure.
St. Patrick's Day Distance Festival
The St. Patrick's Day Distance Festival in Erie features 5k and 10k races with optional event insurance through RegShield.
Mercyhurst Civic Orchestra Performance
The Mercyhurst Civic Orchestra will perform at the Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center in Erie, Pennsylvania.
Goodwill Donation Drive
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Mission Empower — Donations welcomed — Contribute gently used items to support local community initiatives.
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