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Erie
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ninety-one-year-old former Penn State football player and decorated veteran James C. Harding will drive 30 miles on Monday, May 25 to share his Memorial Day story at the local VFW, recalling his military service and lifelong commitment to serving others. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ The Erie Community Boating Program offers affordable boating opportunities at Bayfront Maritime Center — providing residents with greater access to water recreation. Erie Reader
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Imagine National Dance Challenge returns to Erie with its final regular season event at Bayfront Convention Center. Star Dance Alliance hosts 150 dancers from New York, Ohio (and Pennsylvania) competing today from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. TalkErie.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A VisitErie study from early 2026 shows that 50% of Erie’s arts spending comes from visitors — 23% are from Pittsburgh. The report adds local hotels had 5% lower occupancy in the first quarter as 61% of visitors came from out of state. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Memorial Day weekend sales are live as major retailers such as Amazon, Lowe's, and Wayfair offer big discounts on mattresses, patio furniture, TVs and more. Shoppers in Erie can enjoy summer savings (check deals online) and unique seasonal offers (act quickly). The Erie Times-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Erie High celebrated Signing Day today as five athletes shared their stories and plans for the future. The interviews highlighted the students' excitement for new opportunities in sports and academics. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Erie City Mission announced plans to convert a shuttered elementary school on East Grandview Blvd into a housing facility for women and children. With no public appeal filed by May 18, Millcreek Township zoning officials will review the special exception request for the project (application to be filed next week). The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook released his annual report showing a significant drop in fatal overdoses in 2025 — overdose deaths fell to 42 from 73 in 2024 and traffic fatalities hit record lows with 12 motor vehicle and 4 motorcycle deaths. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ AHN infectious disease specialists advise Erie residents to protect themselves during tick season this summer by using insect repellent, wearing long clothing, and checking for ticks (precautions are key during Lyme Disease Awareness Month). TalkErie.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Presque Isle State Park kicks off its summer weekend with four beaches open for swimming from noon to 7:15 p.m. on May 23 — May 25, and food trucks plus chair rentals returning to the peninsula will add extra fun for visitors throughout the season. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Erie Sports Commission announced today the recipients of its 2026 Facility Matching Funds Grant Program, awarding $75,000 to 12 organizations across the county, including a record grant to the Denny Lowes Complex in North East. TalkErie.com
- ➤ Harbor Creek discussed its semifinal softball playoff win *highlighting* key plays and outlining plans for the final match. The conversation offered fans a closer look at the team’s strategy. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ At Meadville on Thursday, the 10-7 Wilmington Greyhounds battled in a District 10 Class 2A baseball semifinal against the 17-2 Mercyhurst Prep Lakers that ended dramatically. The Erie Times-News
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