Good morning, Erie.

Erie's summer festival season returns from May through September with free community events featuring music, food, and activities (including Troika at Church of the Nativity Community Center and the Wild Rib Cook Off at Perry Square), with more details to be added as plans are finalized.

Erie County will hold Memorial Day events including a ceremony at Pennsylvania Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Home on May 24 at 1 p.m., a parade in North East on May 25, and a murph workout by Erie Fitness Academy on May 23 to honor local veterans.

During Historic Preservation Month, Erie groups work to protect key sites on Preservation Erie's Endangered Places List such as the Carpenter Electric Building and Sarah Hearn Church (purchased at a tax sale), while the Commandant's House may be removed and projects like Ironworks Square show that saving history builds community.

Kelly Dundulė of Bella's Blooms Flower Company was interviewed for Gem City Style: May 2026 and explained local floral trends that shape Erie's creative culture.

The interview details how her business influences local style and community design — an engaging look at a unique Erie perspective.

Toyota and Nissan are advising dealers to use heavier oil grades amid shipping delays from the Iran war + Erie service centers plan to raise oil change prices as summer travel is expected to boost demand.

On May 20, a Public Citizen analysis flagged 12 Pennsylvania hospitals as at risk from Medicaid cuts, including Erie’s LECOM Medical Center, with hospital spokespeople disputing the report’s assumptions & emphasizing systemwide support.

Community leaders say future Medicaid reforms will be key to maintaining vital patient care.

EmergyCare will soon offer whole blood transfusions in the field in Erie to treat severe trauma like gunshot wounds, amputations, and internal bleeding.

The new service—funded by a $37,465 grant—is expected to expand countywide as funding discussions with local governments continue.

Erie residents can join the upcoming 'Take Your Beer for a Walk' event during May where local bars will host a relaxed beer walk — more details on meeting spots and start times will be announced soon.

Harbor Creek is hosting Signing Day interviews with five male athletes + the series offers local sports fans a glimpse into their ambitions and upcoming commitments.

Four football players participated in General McLane Signing Day interviews as they detailed their selection experiences and future athletic goals.

The McDowell Trojans (coached by Rick Iacobucci) won District 10's Class 6A baseball tournament with a win over Erie High on Wednesday and remain the only team to claim the title.

Fairview officials discussed the team's District 10 baseball playoff win over Conneaut during a recent review.

They highlighted the key plays that helped secure the victory on the diamond.

Local District 10 baseball playoffs saw Girard secure a walk-off win at Mercyhurst University and Fairview plus Harbor Creek advance with strong pitching on May 19 — teams now await semifinals on May 22 at to-be-announced sites.

Harbor Creek shared Signing Day interviews with seven female athletes who described their signing experiences and future goals.

The series spotlights local talent and builds community pride.