Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of June.
Good morning, Erie.
Erie launched One Bayfront, a community effort led by Infinite Erie in collaboration with the city and WSP to gather public input on future investments along the Presque Isle Bay waterfront.
Residents can join public meetings, surveys, and outreach events in the coming months to help shape the bayfront's future.
National Trails Day celebrations will kick off this weekend at select Erie parks where organizers plan hikes and nature walks.
The event will take place on Saturday, June 20 (details vary by location).
Jessica Warren (owner of Brewery at Union Station) plans to convert the space under the old railroad tracks into a speakeasy-style event venue.
The project will provide a unique gathering space for locals in Erie.
Erie's Great American Book Sale is raising funds to support youth and adult programs and staff training at the county public library system.
The event boosts community learning by ensuring library services run year-round.
Erie County Community College was approved to award Pell Grants and offer Federal Work-Study under the Title IV program following federal approval on Jun.
15. The program will help eligible students gain financial support and practical work opportunities while reducing education costs.
Crew members on the Brig Niagara posted an unauthorized message using signal flags while the ship headed to Erie for a July 4 celebration; the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission is reviewing the incident to preserve neutrality, and State Sen. Dan Laughlin warned firings if confirmed.
Presque Isle State Park officials announced a ban on swimming at Beach 6 on June 16—water tests registered 1,326.85 E. coli particles per 100 ml, above the safe limit.
The water will be retested daily until levels are safe.
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.
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