Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of June.
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💼 Business
A North East native is planning Erie's future by advocating for a return to its historic naval shipbuilding roots, drawing on a legacy from the 1812 fleet to Gem City Shipbuilding.
🎭 Culture
After a year-long restoration in Maine costing 6.9 million, the U.S. Brig Niagara is sailing under motor power on a 2,000-mile journey home.
The vessel will arrive at the Erie Maritime Museum for a homecoming celebration from July 2 — July 5, kicking off Independence Day weekend.
The Fifth Annual 14th Fest is set to bring local music, art, and food to Erie.
Officials say more details including the exact date and location will be shared soon.
Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014, the world's largest steam locomotive, made its first Pennsylvania stop Tuesday, June 9, in North East as it begins its summer tour celebrating America250 (the tour includes 50 stops across the East Coast and Midwest) before returning to Cheyenne in July.
Erie's Warner Theatre celebrated its 95th birthday yesterday, and a new article shares lesser-known facts (including an original planned site and a Miss Warner contest) from its 1931 opening.
On June 6, a widespread power outage almost canceled the sold-out America250PA concert at Erie Insurance Arena at 809 French St, but backup generators from WMT Spaeder provided 125 kW+330 kW power support to keep the event running.
NWPA Poetry presents Poetry in Poetry Park on Saturday, June 13 at 2:00 p.m. in Hold Fast to Dreams Poetry Park on E 22 St. The program features two poets, an open mic (hosted by Chuck Joy), and begins at 1:00 p.m. with a gathering at Trinity Square Community Garden.
Hundreds of spectators gathered at Union Station on June 9 to see Big Boy No. 4014 roll by as part of the America250 celebration tour.
The historic steam engine made a brief stop in North East before continuing its east coast tour with about 50 stops in Ohio and New York.
Broadway in Erie announced its new season yesterday at 10 a.m. The schedule ends June 18 with Book of Mormon and features Mystic Pizza on Oct.
21 & 22, Mrs. Doubtfire on Dec. 7 & 8, and more, with season tickets on sale starting June 15.
📰 Economy
Erie's rich shipbuilding history is spurring local leaders to launch the Anchor Erie initiative to revive naval production.
William Lewis and officials plan to build a skilled workforce, secure supply chains, and attract investment—possibly repurposing the former Erie Coke plant for future naval projects.
🎓 Education
Gannon University earned national recognition from Colleges of Distinction for its student-centered approach — blending hands-on learning with close faculty mentorship — for the 2026/27 academic year.
The honor highlights strengths in multiple academic programs and support services.
Officials announced on June 9 (the day before today) that Kevin Smith will step down as president at the end of the academic year and that Jason Ladouceur will serve as interim leader (a longtime staff member) while the board searches for a new president in Erie.
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