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Saturday, July 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 2nd at about 9:50 p.m., Pennsylvania State Parole Agents on compliance checks in Erie County encountered Marchello Dupree Woodward in a parked car on East 27th Street and, when he drove away while dragging an agent, the agent fired rounds before Erie City police located Woodward, who died at UPMC Hamot after receiving treatment while the injured agent was also treated plus investigators and community leaders are now addressing concerns. TalkErie.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Erie’s summer entertainment guide lists art exhibitions, comedy shows, concerts and theater productions across July, August and September—many events are family friendly with varying admission fees at local venues like the Erie Art Museum and Warner Theatre. The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Erie County Health inspectors recorded three critical violations during restaurant inspections between June 25 and July 3. Cheddar’s Casual Cafe in Millcreek had two breaches—employee beverages stored above food prep areas and a missing HACCP plan—and CVS Pharmacy in Edinboro showed a door gap that may allow pests entry. The Erie Times-News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In June, GoErie.com featured photo galleries of Millcreek homes for sale near the median price of $266,000. The galleries include a pair of cottages at 241 Beach Grove (pending sale as of July 3) listed for $269,900, a three-story house at 2902 Marcella Drive for $264,900 that had new flooring added this year, and a two-bedroom cottage at 3130 Sunnylane Drive (remodeled with new flooring and windows) listed for $259,900. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tickets for the first Erie Moon Mammoths game have resold for over $100—raising concerns about affordability for local fans. YourErie.com
- ➤ Lake Erie Speedway hosted FNL part one on July 4 — drawing local fans — and will hold more races today that promise extra excitement for racers and spectators. YourErie.com
- ➤ John Oliver partnered with the Erie SeaWolves to rebrand the team as the Moon Mammoths and introduced a new mascot, Fuzz E. Mammoth (a giant purple mammoth inspired by local remains) on Last Week Tonight on June 29. The mascot will debut on July 19 (its first game against the Chesapeake Baysox) and may appear in future games pending MLB approval. 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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