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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sheba, the new binturong on loan from Brookfield Zoo in Chicago, arrived at the Erie Zoo on June 3 and now lives in a habitat that offers both indoor and outdoor spaces. Staff are giving her time to adjust—ensuring that visitors soon have a chance to see this unique bearcat in her new home. The Erie Times-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Erie man was found guilty on all charges for a 2023 murder — his sentencing will be scheduled in upcoming court proceedings. YourErie.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country music singer Jamey Johnson will perform his Last Honky Tonk Tour on October 3 at 8 p.m. at the Warner Theatre on 811 State St.—tickets are available online, by phone, or at the box office starting today. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Erie is moving forward with its Safe Streets for All initiative to reduce traffic accidents and improve pedestrian and cyclist safety by 2035, after officials recorded 5,636 accidents, 34 fatalities and 166 severe injury crashes between 2019 and 2023. City leaders gathered public input and are now preparing to roll out improvements such as enhanced crosswalks, modified signals and traffic calming measures—while planning to secure additional federal funds for future upgrades. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Local advocates report that Pennsylvania’s Medicaid reimbursement rate for in-home caregivers remains too low—$20.63 per hour—causing a shortage that forces many older residents and individuals with disabilities into costlier institutional care. A recent study recommends a 23% funding increase to help pay caregivers competitive wages and keep care available in Erie and across the commonwealth. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ On June 4, USPS officials from Washington, D.C. and Pittsburgh showcased millions in upgrades in Erie that include a renovated Sorting and Delivery Center at 2108 E. 38th St and a new package-sorting line handling 8,000 parcels daily. The agency has introduced new Next Generation Delivery Vehicles — built with air conditioning, cupholders, and safety cameras — which will soon replace the old LLVs to serve 148,000 customers and act as a transfer point for another 150,000. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Work on the Depot Road Improvement Project in Harborcreek Township will close a section of the road between the I-90 on and off ramps for about one month starting Monday, June 9, with detour routes on I-90, Route 430, and Route 89 available. PennDOT will maintain ramp access—northbound Depot Road traffic can reach the I-90 eastbound on-ramp while southbound traffic can use the westbound on-ramp. YourErie.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Erie Community Blood Bank launched the 'Where Are the O’s?' campaign—designed to secure much-needed O-positive and O-negative blood—after an out-of-town center began recruiting local donors for an upcoming drive. Megan Solensky said local donations are key to ensuring supplies for community hospitals during summer shortages. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mercyhurst Prep reached the PIAA baseball semifinals after a 3-2 win over Tussey Mountain on Thursday. The team shared game highlights and interviews with Bryce Schueth + Tanner Ashton + Brady Coleman. The Erie Times-News
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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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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.
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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.
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