Daily
Erie
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Erie.
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Flagship City Comedy Fest returns for five days with national headliners and local acts in Erie—organizers say the event will offer a mix of well-known comedians and fresh talent delivering unfiltered laughs. Erie Reader
- ➤ Erie Arts and Culture named Susannah Faulkner as its new executive director on Monday. The 36-year-old former City Council member who worked for the Sisters of St. Joseph Neighborhood Network succeeds Anne O'Dell, who stepped down in October. The Erie Times-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Erie's CRIZ program will divert rising tax revenue above 2024 levels for local projects — expected to bring up to $15 million a year and over $750 million in development over 30 years. More than 200 businesses must file their 2024 tax data and will get help from an accounting firm while informational meetings are set at the Blasco Library on April 24 at 8:30 a.m., noon and 4 p.m. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Millcreek Township is looking for developers to create the new Presque Isle Gateway District—a mixed-use area with restaurants, shops and homes—to boost business and improve access to Presque Isle State Park. The township is finishing demolition and using state funds for work, with final proposals due in May. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ A Gannon student filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Erie to challenge the termination of her student visa by the federal government on April 8th—she alleges U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and acting ICE director Todd Lyons illegally ended her status. Colorado immigration attorney Brian Green filed the suit on Tuesday on behalf of Zeel Patel, seeking a temporary restraining order to restore her status while hundreds of international students face similar visa revocations. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Millcreek Township will hold public open houses at the Municipal Building (April 29 from 5 to 7 p.m. and April 30 from 9 to 11 a.m.) to share findings from its Shrine Club feasibility study as it mulls buying the 40,000-square-foot property (priced at $3.6 million) for a community center. Residents can view proposed designs and ask questions before township supervisors decide by late May. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ At a City Council meeting on Wednesday, some residents said more must be done to protect immigrants after a man (who moved here four months ago) claimed he saw ICE detain a friend on Parade Street. City of Erie Mayor Joe Schember said police do not work with ICE unless a crime is committed (video evidence has not been released) and urged residents to report any future incidents. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Game Commission said they banded nearly 1,000 turkeys this winter—heavy snow helped trap the birds—and that spring gobbler hunting will start with a youth hunt on April 26 and a statewide season on May 3. Hunters may find more quiet older turkeys this season as strong recruitment two years ago means more jakes and fewer loud gobblers. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Erie.
-
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.
-
Festival of the Birds
Various times — Presque Isle State Park — Ticket required — Experience the wonders of spring migration with workshops, field trips, and expert-led birding activities.
-
Attorneys & Kids Together 5K Run/Walk
1:00 PM – 3:59 AM — Erie County — Charitable donations encouraged — Support Erie County students experiencing homelessness through a community-focused 5K event.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Erie.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Energy and persistence conquer all things.
~ Benjamin Franklin
About Daily Erie
Welcome to the Daily Erie, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Erie, Pennsylvania community. If you like the Daily Erie, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Erie.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Erie and across Pennsylvania. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Erie
A free Erie community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyerie.com/sitemap