Good morning, Erie.

St. Jude Parish and the Diocese of Erie closed the car raffle refund process after an independent review — 644 refunds totaling $114,488 were mailed in batches, and those expecting checks due to USPS delays should wait until May 1 before contacting the parish.

Restaurateurs from Calamari's Squid Row (which withstood the pandemic) and TSAoCAA (opened in 2024) share their distinct views on the evolving local dining scene at 2 State Street today.

Dan Serafin celebrated the 100th anniversary of Serafin's Food Market (Erie's oldest grocery store) on Jan.

26 at East 24th and Ash streets.

The Burleigh Legacy Alliance and Mercyhurst University will host free concerts, lectures and workshops at Mercyhurst campus and nearby venues from Wednesday, Mar.

25 through Saturday, Mar. 28, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Harry T. Burleigh Spirituals Festival in honor of the Erie-born composer who shaped American classical music.

Erie's Can't Miss Dishes 2026 spotlights the best local eateries and signature dishes in a new feature that highlights the region's culinary traditions.

Residents can expect expert recommendations (curated by local food critics) as they explore what makes the city's food scene unique.

Service jobs account for thousands of positions in Erie County with personal care aides topping employment, according to the state Department of Labor & Industry.

Strong winds on March 15-16 damaged power lines and trees across Erie County, leaving about 3,600 customers without power as of Monday noon.

Penelec crews are working to repair outages and residents face lake-effect snow forecast to add 6 to 10 inches—especially south of I-90—as the storm winds down.

Gannon men’s basketball discussed their NCAA playoff win during a team meeting today, sharing insights on their performance and plans for upcoming games.

The Erie Times-News Seaway Window and AHN Sports Medicine are hosting their final athlete of the week polls for District 10 winter sports; votes are accepted from March 16 at 5:00 p.m. to March 18 at 5:00 p.m. Regular polls will resume in April (spring season).

Everlasting Blooms Workshop

6-7 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — $40 — Create stunning floral arrangements with beautiful sola wood flowers and faux greenery.

Easter Paint & Sip at Deer Creek Winery

6-8 p.m. — Deer Creek Winery at Millcreek Mall Complex — Cost varies — Unleash your creativity with Easter-themed painting while enjoying fine wine.

49th Annual Erie Area Spring Conference

3 PM – 12 PM — Ambassador Center — Registration required — Attend the spring conference featuring various activities and networking opportunities.