Good morning, Erie.

A house fire on Thursday morning at the 400 block of East 7th Street was ruled arson when crews contained the blaze around 10 a.m., and police arrested a man (63-year-old John H.

Mease) at the scene on multiple charges.

The Erie Art Museum hosted its 102nd annual Spring Show on East 5th Street yesterday to launch its spring season by showcasing 67 new art works in sculpture, photography, and painting.

Executive director Laura Domencic said five winners received a $500 cash prize—this art display will run until August 10.

International Recycling Group canceled its $300 million plastics recycling plant on East Lake Road due to financial hurdles—such as a funding hold from the U.S. Department of Energy, rising tariffs, and funding issues—and the loss has been called a setback for the community; the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership CEO said they are working to repurpose $5 million from the Redevelopment Capital Assistance Program for new investments.

On April 4, parents and students gathered at Blessed Sacrament School (2510 Greengarden Road) to protest plans to close the school this year.

Daria Devlin discussed her run for City of Erie mayor in a recent interview (she explained her decision to join the race) and shared her motivation to improve local government (additional campaign details are expected soon).

Erie County health officials said they contacted over 200 of 227 people exposed last week to a child with measles and reported no new cases have come in, although three confirmed cases (the county's first since 1991) were recorded.

They added that symptoms may take up to 21 days to appear (some of those exposed were under 1 and likely not vaccinated).

North East's returning PIAA gold medalist Abby Malesiewski ran in the 100-meter hurdles at Friday's inaugural Lancer Relays.

She had won the title in the PIAA Class 2A meet in 2024.

SeaWolves standout Jim Jarvis and manager Andrew Graham discussed the team's season-opening win in a brief post-game interview.

The Erie Otters won 7-3 on Thursday at Erie Insurance Arena to take a 3-1 series lead in their OHL playoffs against Saginaw — they will play in Saginaw at 7:05 p.m. today.

The Erie SeaWolves are hosting a meet and greet event days before their home opener to give local fans a chance to meet the players.

Video Editing Certificate Course

Various times — Erie Institute of Technology — Check website for details — Gain expert-level skills in digital video editing and motion graphics with experienced instructors.

Room 33 Showcase

6-7:30 p.m. — Room 33 Speakeasy — Check event site for cost — Enjoy a night of laughter with comics from across the nation at the Flagship City Comedy Festival kickoff.

Seed Starting Workshop by Steph's Sprouts

6 p.m. — 814 Vintage Marketplace — Free entry — Learn the essentials of starting seeds for your garden in this hands-on workshop.

Black Monk Comedy Showcase

5-7 p.m. — Black Monk Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of laughter at this entertaining comedy showcase sponsored by the brewery.

Windowsill Herb Garden Workshop

6-7 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — $35 — Grow your own indoor herb garden and elevate your cooking with fresh flavors.

The D'Angelo Concerto

4-7 p.m. — Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $85 — Experience a captivating performance by the Mercyhurst Civic Orchestra.