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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Erie Zoo has announced the last call for tickets to The Mane Event: Centennial Celebration, set for Saturday, June 21, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The event will offer food, unlimited drinks, a silent auction, live performances, and animal experiences under Glow Wild lanterns, and tickets are priced (members $155 and non-members $205) with proceeds supporting the zoo's growth. YourErie.com
- ➤ On Tuesday, the Erie Community Foundation celebrated 90 years of service at the Warner Theatre on State Street—drawing over 400 community leaders, donors and nonprofit workers—and honored local figures including Deborah and Douglas Murphy with the Edward Doll Community Service Award. One official said the foundation plans to raise $100 million for unrestricted grants as it looks ahead to its 100th anniversary. YourErie.com
- ➤ Erie's community liaison Daryl Craig, a 69-year-old pastor and founder of the Erie Blue Coats peacekeepers, said local leaders began inclusion talks before George Floyd's death and that protests and youth-led efforts spurred change nationwide. He noted that recent attacks on DEI have undermined progress—yet he remains hopeful that supporting young voices will bring fairness in the community. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ A fundraising dinner called Dine Among the Departed will take place at Erie Cemetery on June 27 to raise money for cemetery beautification and upkeep—tickets cost $125. About 200 diners will enjoy a buffet from Sabella's Catering featuring artichoke chicken, brandied apple pork loin, eggplant parmesan and other dishes while soft jazz by the RLH Quartet led by Rickie Hopkins adds a local musical touch. The Erie Times-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Erie Insurance regained control of its systems after a weeklong network outage that locked customers out and reported no evidence of ransomware. Company teams — partnered with cybersecurity experts — continue working to restore full access while lawsuits allege the firm failed to protect personal data. The Erie Times-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Erie Blues and Jazz Festival will return this summer in Frontier Park on August 2 and August 3 — it is free for everyone. The Suffers will headline Saturday while Garaj Mahal leads on Sunday, and WQLN PBS NPR will broadcast the event. YourErie.com
- ➤ At Erie Veterans Hospital, the second annual Juneteenth event was held Tuesday, June 17 to honor the past and celebrate the future. Speakers explained the meaning of Juneteenth—showing how the word combines June and nineteenth to mark the day enslaved Americans learned they were free. YourErie.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The DEP released a groundwater report that shows pollution from the Erie Coke site is drifting toward Lake Erie along over 2,000 feet of shoreline—officials warn cleanup may take decades. The next investigation report is due this summer. YourErie.com
- ➤ On June 17th, Sister Pat Lupo, co-chair of Hold Erie Coke Accountable, criticized the plea deal in a federal environmental fraud case that recommends a $700,000 fine for Erie Coke. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
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@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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Erie Sky Lantern Festival
10:00 PM – 2:30 AM — 123 E Main St, North East, PA — Ticket purchase required — Experience a breathtaking evening of lanterns, entertainment, and community support.
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Lighthouse Paint & Sip
6-8 p.m. — Deer Creek Winery Tasting Room at Millcreek Mall — Cost info not specified — Unleash creativity while enjoying delicious wine and painting in a relaxed atmosphere.
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