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Friday, July 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Editors selected 40 young Erie leaders for the 40 Under 40 Class of 2025 — a list honoring creative thinkers and community helpers. The award continues a 13-year tradition with 480 past honorees — and nominations for 2026 are now open. Erie Reader
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Since the new year, 19 new restaurants have opened in Erie (including Blue Pike Grille and Toast) and offer a mix of fine dining, breakfast, and ethnic menus across different neighborhoods. Owners are updating old spaces and starting new ones to bring fresh flavors and revive the local scene. The Erie Times-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Martha Bradley said her son, Marchello D. Woodard, was fatally shot by a Pa. state parole agent on East 27th Street in Erie on the night of July 2—leaving her family searching for answers. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ On July 2 at approximately 9:44 p.m., Erie Police responded to a shooting near East 27th and Parade Street when PA State Parole Agents shot a suspect during an investigation and the injured driver drove off in a white car—officers intercepted the vehicle, rendered aid, and later transported the Parole Agent for treatment before the investigation was turned over to the PA State Police and District Attorney. TalkErie.com
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Workers in Pennsylvania may lower their federal tax bills if a bill passes that lets them deduct up to $25,000 in tips and $12,500 in overtime wages, but tax is still taken from paychecks until they file in early next year—most help is aimed at middle- and higher-income earners while some low-income workers may see little benefit. The breaks are temporary and will expire at the end of 2028 unless extended. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, July 2, Governor Shapiro presented the Governor’s Award for Excellence to 11 PennDOT employees who worked nearly 170 continuous hours during a heavy November snowstorm in Erie. Officials said the team cleared several feet of snow and helped manage multiple accidents — efforts that involved over 250 state workers — and their dedication was recognized at a statewide ceremony. YourErie.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On July 3rd, the Erie County Department of Health—working with Presque Isle State Park—lifted the swimming restrictions at Beach 8, though the beach remains under a swimming advisory until the E. coli count falls to safe levels. YourErie.com
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Ruth Thompson from the ANNA Shelter advised pet owners to keep their dogs safe during Fourth of July fireworks — loud noises can trigger a fight or flight response that may cause pets to run away. She recommended using GPS collars and other tracking tools and said the shelter will play music and use quiet spaces to ease animals’ anxiety. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ District 10 high school football will begin heat acclimatization on Aug. 4 and the season will start on Aug. 22. Teams have updated their schedules to add non-region games and move one game off Friday night—schools like McDowell, Cathedral Prep and Erie High are set to play out-of-state rivals. The Erie Times-News
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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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Presque Isle Half Marathon
6:45-10:00 a.m. — Presque Isle: Beach #1 — Registration Required — Experience a scenic half marathon along Lake Erie with a race shirt and refreshments.
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Virtual Q&A with Author Audrey Ingram
6:30 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Engage in an interactive virtual discussion with author Audrey Ingram about her book, The Summer We Ran.
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Lake Erie Cyclefest
Thu, Jul 24 – Sun, Jul 27 — Perry Square Park, Erie, PA — Check website for entry fee — An all-cycling weekend showcasing Erie’s stunning landscapes on safe routes.
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PokeKon Fest - Erie, PA 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center Across from Casino — $23.18 — An all-day celebration of all things Pokemon in Erie, perfect for trainers of all levels.
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