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Erie
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mercyhurst University hosted its annual Polar Plunge Challenge on Tuesday, Apr. 7 to raise funds for Special Olympics Pennsylvania, which supports over 550 athletes. Community members and students took part in the event despite chilly conditions and enjoyed connecting with local athletes. Mercyhurst University
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Filmmaker Peter Daulton visited Waldameer Park and Water World in summer 2025 for his PBS program Trolley Park: Great Lakes, which will air later this year (showing off the park's special attractions). The Erie Times-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The latest State of the Air report shows Erie County earned a C for 24-hour particle and ozone pollution due to four high particle days and three high ozone days during the 2023 wildfires (report covers 2022 to 2024). Published today, the report notes the county has had no high pollution days in two years. The Erie Times-News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Erie residents can order custom photo gifts for Mother’s Day with discounts up to 70% from brands like Shutterfly, Mixbook, and Snapfish. Orders must be placed by early May to ensure delivery by May 10 (Mother's Day). The Erie Times-News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ GAF is revisiting its Bayfront site—a project with plans as long-standing as the Erie Reader. Officials say the renewed effort could bring new opportunities along Erie’s historic waterfront. Erie Reader
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fort LeBoeuf officials honored coach Rick Freeburg for 50 years of service during Tuesday's track and field meet at Carm Bonito Field, celebrating his commitment to mentoring local athletes. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Harbor Creek won a tight softball game over Fort LeBoeuf today to take control of Region 6 in the local tournament. The victory boosts their standings as they continue to compete in the region. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Gannon's Golden Knights men's basketball team claimed the NCAA Division II National Championship with an 84-61 win over Lander University on Easter Sunday, bringing positive local attention and community pride to Erie. The Erie Times-News
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Mosaic Lamp Workshop
2:30-5 p.m. — Hampton Inn Erie-South — Materials Provided — Create your own stunning Turkish mosaic lamp in a fun and relaxing workshop.
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Book Signing with Janet Pawlowski
10 AM - 12 PM — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Explore children's wellness through a heartwarming book by a local author.
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JA’s Annual Erie County Bowl-A-Thon
6-8 p.m. — Eastway Lanes — Minimum $100 team registration — A night of bowling, food, prizes, and fun awaits at this charitable event.
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Second Saturday Tower Climb
10 AM – 3 PM — Erie Land Lighthouse — Pay-what-you-wish — Explore the lighthouse with interactive educational activities and scenic tower climbs.
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Felines & Wines Fundraiser
12-4 p.m. — Erie Zoo — Ticketed event — Sample local wines while supporting big cat conservation and enjoying live music and animal training demos.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
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