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Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police responded to calls at The Reserves at Millcreek in Millcreek Township on Sunday night regarding reports of a man breaking a car window with a hammer — they identified 36-year-old Patrick Kanonczyk, who was fatally shot after a brief exchange and pronounced dead at the scene. YourErie.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Erie Bureau of Police swore in four new officers on May 9—adding diversity to its 194-member force with the hiring of its seventh Hispanic officer and first Iraqi officer. The department hired 66 officers since 2021 and will test new candidates on Aug. 2. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Erie County elections officials announced that several polling locations will change for the primary on May 20, with Erie Ward 4 Districts 6 and 7 moving to Strong Vincent Middle School, Millcreek Township District 4 relocating to the Erie County Community College gymnasium, and Union Township assigned a new address—voters with accessibility challenges at Eastminster Presbyterian Church will be provided alternative ballots on election day. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and mail-in ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on primary day. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ On May 9, the Commonwealth Court upheld Erie Judge Erin Connelly Marucci’s dismissal of petitions from parents who sought to remove school board members in Millcreek and North East over COVID-19 mask mandates, saying the boards acted within their rights to protect student health. The ruling noted that disagreements with board policies should be resolved at the ballot box—not through the courts. The Erie Times-News
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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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Show Me Reptiles Show
11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Bayfront Convention Center — $10 General Admission; Kids 6 and under free — Dive into a scaly wonderland with reptiles and aquatic creatures galore.
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Spring National M-WTCA Conference
June 4-7 — Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel — Registration available online — Attend informative sessions at this community-focused national conference.
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Paint-n-Sip at U Pick 6 Tap House
6-8 p.m. — U Pick 6 Tap House — Cost varies — Unleash your inner artist with a fun evening of painting and sipping drinks.
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90's Themed Immersive Pop-Up
8 p.m. — Room 33 Speakeasy — Tickets available — Experience a night of music and laughter as you step back into the vibrant era of the 90's with Tethered Immersive.
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