Good morning, Erie.

The Barber National Institute opened the permanent Founder's Room on July 9 to honor Gertrude Barber, who dedicated her career to helping people with autism, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral challenges.

The exhibit displays historical memorabilia and is open (Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

Erie's Sisters of St. Joseph Neighborhood Network will open its relocated Little Italy Farmers Market at Three Sisters Park, 430 West 19th Street, for the 2025 season using a $64,000 USDA and commonwealth investment to boost access to locally grown produce.

The new park space solves past walkability and parking issues for shoppers + helps strengthen the urban food supply chain with further upgrades planned for the 2026 season.

Marchello Woodard, unarmed at the time, was fatally shot by a state parole agent in Erie and his family is demanding the agents be suspended and terminated while citing video evidence and witness statements that contradict official accounts—funeral services will be held Saturday at Second Baptist Church.

U.S. District Judge Susan Paradise Baxter asked the U.S. Attorney’s Office to explain its reason for dropping a felony environmental charge against former Erie Coke Plant supervisor David Stablein—his sentencing set for today was postponed until a memo is filed by July 21.

Erie code enforcement sent about 200 warning notices since mid-April to property owners with too much trash and fined four owners $1,400 when they did not clean up within 14 days — most cleaned up on their own.

Officials said they will now move the trash sweeps to northeast Erie and then to northwest in August.

City of Erie Mayor Joe Schember presented a trophy to the Erie Lions Club president during his weekly conference on July 10th.

The 87th annual Save an Eye All-Star football game saw the Erie Metro team win over the County Squad and raised nearly $25,000 for eye care services — funds that the Lions Club has long supported.

Code enforcement officers inspected Erie zones 2, 3, 5, 6 and the northern part of zone 8 on July 10, issuing 187 violation notices while only four properties needed cleanup—inspectors will begin a sweep of zone 4 next week to enforce rental and abatement rules.

After months of negotiation, the North East Community Marina Authority took ownership of the marina on Wednesday from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission and placed boat slips in the water on Thursday.

Work on the collapsed south basin wall will begin next week and the launch ramp is set to open tomorrow—July 12 to allow boaters 200 to 300 daily access.

Governor Shapiro signed a bipartisan law this week that repealed the historic ban on Sunday hunting, granting more freedom to 850,000 licensed hunters and aiming to boost wildlife conservation and the rural economy.

Erie hunter Clair Snyder said the change helps working locals by giving them an extra day for hunting—supporting both outdoor access and local food donations.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nate Bargatze Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Tickets starting at $132 — Experience laughter with Nate Bargatze's signature stand-up comedy style.

Erie District Amateur Championship

Aug 8-10 — The Kahkwa Club — Registration required — Compete in a 54-hole stroke play event for male golfers in Erie.