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Thursday, May 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Second Harvest Food Bank held its 34th annual Bread Box Awards at its warehouse on April 30 to thank local groups for running fundraisers and food drives during the 2023/2024 fiscal year. CEO Greg Hall said West Advisory Group — a longtime partner — won the Bread Box Award for its outstanding contributions. YourErie.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Erie native Tim Lynch is closing his Lynch Home Medical Supply in Lawrence Park as he prepares to retire and is considering selling the business and building—listed for $325,000—while hosting a liquidation sale to clear his inventory. The store, which has served the community for over 30 years, will remain open until every item is sold. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park — located in Summit Township — ranked second in USA TODAY's 10BEST Reader's Choice Awards on April 30, drawing about 350,000 visitors annually and bolstering its role as a year-round Erie attraction. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Enrique’s Southeast Mexico Taqueria and Tortilleria will join the Flagship City Food Hall at the former Triple D’s location downtown after its main restaurant on West 18th and Liberty closed from fire damage last year—owner Enrique Garcia said he will open in about two weeks. YourErie.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Erie Philharmonic’s Finance Director discussed the end of the season—highlighting plans to wrap up current operations and prepare for future financial strategies—in a recent interview. YourErie.com
- ➤ Downtown Erie's historic Customs house, known as the Erie Art Museum, will begin a preservation project that starts with repairing its marble steps and exterior for about $400,000 — the project aims to stop water damage and protect the building's legacy. The building, originally built in 1839 and recently named an official historic place, received support from local and state agencies. YourErie.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Pennsylvania Game Commission is asking residents to watch for spongy moths that have damaged trees and will spray insecticides on 38,000 acres of state game lands—this invasive species is 1.5 inches long with black bodies and yellow-gray tufts. The agency warns that contact with the insecticides may cause minor skin or eye irritation—residents should use caution. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Novak won his first PGA Tour title at the Zurich Classic in New Orleans after finishing at 28-under par, and Cathedral Prep graduate Jeff Hamley—who worked with Novak for seven years—served as his caddie. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty will appear on May 5 at 3 p.m. in Harborcreek Township at TA Travel Center (4050 Depot Road) as part of his son Kyle Petty’s 29th annual Charity Ride Across America to raise funds for Victory Junction; the free rally will be held for the first time in northwestern Pennsylvania. The Erie Times-News
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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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ACL Tear Diagnosis and Management – New Treatment Approaches
7-8:30 p.m. — Erie Center for Arts and Technology — Free entry — Discover innovative approaches in ACL tear treatment from a leading orthopedic expert.
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3rd Annual Weld Art Competition
6-9 p.m. — The 1020 Collective — Entry fee required — Showcase your welding talents and support scholarships while enjoying local artistry.
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