Good morning, Erie.

Erie police allowed over 150 officers to grow facial hair during No Shave November and raised $4,000 for nonprofits including A.N.N.A.

Shelter, the Mental Health Association, the Robert Irvine Foundation, and Shriners Children's Erie on Mar. 18.

Smith’s hot dogs represent Erie in the Pennsylvania Chamber’s 2026 'Coolest Thing Made in PA' contest.

Voting runs from March 19 to March 23 at 11 a.m. — the product competes in the Liberty section alongside Meadville’s Acutec Aerospace Components.

Erie Philharmonic is set to perform Dvořák’s New World Symphony as part of the Flagship City Legacy of Burleigh event, celebrating local musical history.

The concert will take place soon at the home venue (date to be announced).

King's Rook Club remains Erie's top spot for live music — hosting local and regional talent on two stages.

The venue supports a vibrant music scene and offers regular performances for the community.

Temperatures in Erie exceeded 70°F several times in March, and local maple producers at Triple Creek Maple Products (Elk Creek Township) worry the warm days may end this season’s sap flow.

They say conditions are less than ideal and plan to monitor sap production as soon as the freeze returns.

The Jefferson Educational Society presented proposals for an 1812 museum and recreated forts to honor local history (which invites community review) as President Ferki Ferati explained the initiative.

Purple martins are arriving today in the Erie area after a 7,000-mile migration from Brazil as sightings increase, with the Purple Martin Conservation Association reporting the first arrivals in Conneautville (Crawford County) and nest building set for later this spring.

Erie City Council met on March 18 at Bagnoni Council Chambers to discuss Scott Enterprises’ proposed $32M AC Marriott hotel in the Harbor Place development on the east bayfront; the council may vote on the project by April 1 while some residents raised questions about views and bird safety.

Harbor Creek wrestling legend Jeff Catrabone watched his son, Cameron, compete for Michigan at the 2026 NCAA championships at Rocket Arena; Cameron won his 157-pound opener on March 19 (he now carries on his family’s storied wrestling legacy).

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.