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Monday, April 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 28th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A morning fire broke out in a vacant home on the 200 block of East 2nd Street just after 3:20 a.m.—firefighters brought the blaze under control within 30 minutes as officials investigate the cause. YourErie.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tim NeCastro, CEO of Erie Insurance, will ring the Nasdaq opening bell today at 9:30 a.m. in Times Square to mark the firm's 100th anniversary and 30 years on the exchange—joining a tradition held by notable corporate leaders. The Erie Times-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA warned that gas prices will rise this summer as travel nears, with Erie motorists likely to see prices follow the regional trend despite local averages being about two cents lower than the $3.60 per gallon seen across western PA. AAA explained that the switch to summer blends—costlier to produce—and rising global demand will push prices up further, making Pennsylvania one of the top 10 most expensive gasoline markets. YourErie.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Penn State Behrend will host a special event to highlight Autism Acceptance Month and raise awareness for the autism community—details on the event’s time and location have not been announced. YourErie.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ 11312 Lakeside Drive in North East is on the market for $725,000 and features five bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, a back deck with Lake Erie views, and a gazebo. The 3,005-square-foot property sits on a 0.64-acre lot (with a finished basement and pier access) and offers a waterfront setting. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sammy Sasso, a former two-time PIAA wrestling champion and NCAA All-American whose career ended early, led a youth camp at Victory Wrestling Club in Erie where young wrestlers practiced new techniques. The Erie Times-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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