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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Presque Isle beaches will open — guarded for safety — for the unofficial start of summer this Memorial Day weekend. Four beaches, including Beach 3 (Barracks Beach), Beach 6 (Lyons Beach), Beach 8 (Pettinato Beach) with ADA access, and Beach 11 (Kohler Beach), will be open Saturday through Monday from 12:00 Noon to 7:15 PM. YourErie.com
- ➤ A new urban community farm has opened on Erie’s east side at 310 E. Fourth St. to offer fresh produce and job training for local youth—volunteers worked on April 26—and operators say pay-what-you-can stands will begin on July 7 to help fight food insecurity as federal budget cuts threaten food aid. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Waldameer Park and Water World will operate select hours on Memorial Day weekend near Erie. Waldameer Park will open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Memorial Day while Water World runs from noon to 4 p.m.—hours that are subject to change with weather conditions. The Erie Times-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Erie man pleaded guilty to using a drill disguised as a weapon in two store robberies—one at a gas station on Sept. 5, where he assaulted a female employee, and one at a pizzeria on Oct. 10—and he was sentenced to eight to 16 years in prison on May 21. The Erie Times-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Imagine National Dance Challenge returns this weekend at the Bayfront Convention Center and features 200 dancers from Ohio, New York — Pennsylvania. The competition kicks off today at 5 p.m. with solo routines for ages 12 to 14 and continues on Saturday and Sunday with rounds for younger dancers and teens ending in awards ceremonies. TalkErie.com
- ➤ The Library of Congress has shared old postcards that show Erie landmarks from the early 1900s—such as the city hall, the old high school, and the post office—that once stood in downtown Erie. The images let locals see how the city looked over 100 years ago. The Erie Times-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Erie County Technical School was awarded a $400,000 state grant to build a .5-megawatt solar field at 8500 Oliver Road in Summit Township—expected to save about $75,000 a year and serve as a living lab for renewable energy—and will complete the project next summer. The Erie Times-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Milky Way will be visible in the night sky until the end of May, with the best views between May 20 and May 30. Local stargazers in Erie are encouraged to head to dark spots such as Lake Erie shores or the Route 6 corridor—away from city lights—while bringing binoculars and warm clothes for comfort. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gannon University announced that Meghan Morphy will be the new director of Athletics and she will begin her role on June 20. Morphy brings over a decade of experience in the athletic department and replaces Lisa Goddard McGuirk, who is leaving for a position at Fort Hays State University—her appointment signals a fresh start for the school. TalkErie.com
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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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Second Saturday at Erie Land Lighthouse
10 AM – 5 PM — Erie Land Lighthouse — Pay-what-you-wish — Enjoy tower climbs and engaging activities at the scenic lighthouse.
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@Homekits DIY Workshop at We Rock the Spectrum
@Homekits DIY Workshop — 9:30-10:30 a.m. — Board & Brush Creative Studio - Erie — Pre-registration required — Enjoy a fun DIY crafting session with gym time for kids.
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Erie Apparel Dog Days
1-4 p.m. — Oliver's Beer Garden — Free entry — A pet-friendly summer celebration featuring fun activities for dogs and their owners.
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