Daily
Erie
Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Erie.
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Erie’s 32nd Wild Rib Cook Off and Music Festival started on Wednesday in Perry Square and will run through May 31 — offering award winning barbecue teams from across the country, craft booths, rides and live music. Local Outlaw Barbecue is representing Erie as it competes with national teams. YourErie.com
- ➤ Lynn Will celebrated her last shift at Panos’ Restaurant after 49 years of serving Erie locals. She said she is retiring to foster dogs—she will visit the restaurant periodically to stay connected—with coworkers remembering her as a key part of the Panos’ family. YourErie.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tim Grow marked 10 years since he brought food trucks to Erie with his Que Abides—a venture that spurred a growing culinary scene and paved the way for local craft beer and dining options. He now runs a restaurant in Fairview and uses his truck at private events, underscoring his lasting impact on Erie’s food culture. The Erie Times-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ HUD Secretary Scott Turner and Representative Mike Kelly visited Erie to review ongoing Opportunity Zone projects that have attracted nearly $400 million in investment at sites such as the 12th Street Corridor, Renaissance Center & Frontier Park. Congress is considering extending the Opportunity Zone legislation to spur additional job growth in the community. YourErie.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Erie County's child care system faces staffing shortages and low wages—ECGRA has invested $2.5 million in ARPA funds to help improve teacher recruitment and care quality for local families. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ A new report reveals that nearly 45 Pennsylvania counties are facing severe teacher shortages and finds that Erie needs 350 extra qualified teachers as the number of new educators has dropped nearly 50% in the last decade—state experts call for more funding for student teacher stipends and apprenticeship programs to help fix the crisis. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ PennDOT announced plans on Monday to demolish two sections of the Beckman Road Bridge in Girard Township after a semi-truck damage led to its February closure—lane closures with rolling stops will affect I-90 between Exit 16 and Exit 9 during this year’s work. Crews will remove the superstructure and pier now and replace the bridge in 2028 while the four-mile detour remains in use. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 25, a Harborcreek angler caught a 53.5-inch, 42-pound muskellunge in Lake Erie during his birthday weekend trip—he battled the fish with light tackle and decided to have his bucket-list catch mounted as a trophy. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Erie.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Spring National M-WTCA Conference
June 4-7 — Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel — Registration available online — Attend informative sessions at this community-focused national conference.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
@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.
-
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.
-
BYObook Romantasy Annotation Release Party
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Romantasy readers come together for an evening of book annotation and creativity.
-
Book Signing With Amy Iketani
10 AM – 3 PM — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of Amy Iketani's romantic fiction sequel, Finding Home.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Erie.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.
~ Soren Kierkegaard
About Daily Erie
Welcome to the Daily Erie, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Erie, Pennsylvania community. If you like the Daily Erie, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Erie.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Erie and across Pennsylvania. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Erie
A free Erie community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyerie.com/sitemap