Good morning, Erie.

Erie residents celebrated Juneteenth with several community events held earlier this week that featured cultural festivities, music, and theatrical performances at local venues.

Organizers such as Erie Playhouse and local community groups brought together diverse activities to honor the day.

Erie School District announced that assistant superintendent Teresa Szumigala will retire on July 1 after 31 years of service + she served in various elementary and middle schools, leaving a lasting impact on staff, students and families.

Lake Erie’s water levels have risen steadily above the long-term average this spring, with readings on June 11 showing highs above normal.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers forecasts the lake will peak later this month — then decline for the rest of the year.

Erie County Department of Health inspectors found four critical restaurant violations from June 3-9, such as expired Food Safety Manager Certificates at Speed Check (1150 East Lake Road) and Triple D's (1301 Parade St), with one violation corrected on reinspection June 11.

Erie County hospitals showed mixed financial results in fiscal 2025 as AHN Saint Vincent boosted its operating margin to 4.03% with an extra $54m in revenue, while UPMC Hamot, now at 4.11%, set a new record & earned $653m in net patient revenue.

The Erie Otters selected hockey forward Colin Kennedy with the second overall pick yesterday at Slush Puppie Place in Kingston.

Kennedy (whose family includes former coach Chris Hartsburg) played for the Little Caesars U15 AAA team and scored 24 goals last season.

Marshall Tucker Band Concert

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater & Liberty Park — Ticket info available — Experience the legendary sounds of the Marshall Tucker Band live in concert.

The I-90s 90s Tribute Show

6-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — No Cover — Experience the best 90s rock and pop punk hits with Erie's own tribute band, The I-90s.

Summer Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — Erie Land Lighthouse — Free admission — Enjoy a summer day with vendors, food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities supporting local education.

2026 Envision Blind Sports Summer Sports Camp

Sunday, Jul 12th – Saturday, Jul 18th — Penn State Behrend — Registration closed — Experience a week of sports for blind and visually impaired athletes age 7-18 while fostering independence and friendship.