Good morning, Erie.

Former City of Erie police officer Richard Williams was honored by The Wounded Blue officials in a ceremony on Tuesday, Jul.

14 at the Erie VA Medical Center.

Linda Majczyk married Michael Pennington on June 18 at AHN Saint Vincent, holding the ceremony in her father's ICU room so he could attend the wedding.

The unique event brought the family together in an unexpected setting.

Abdiaziz Miney (60) came to Erie from Somalia in 2004 and now tends a flourishing garden plot at the former Burton School off Buffalo Road.

He shares how the garden brings local life to the neighborhood.

On Jul. 9, Erie Insurance CEO Tim NeCastro recounted the 2025 cyber attack at a local tech summit, stressing that strong preparation & quick action allowed the company to resume operations without data loss.

He urged business owners to stay vigilant and ready for future challenges.

Starting July 9, Giant Eagle has lowered prices on over 300 popular items including produce, meats, dairy, and pantry staples for summer, with savings available through Sept.

9 (a $10 discount is offered on orders of $150 or more using online pickup or delivery).

Erie Arts and Culture is hosting a series of tours through downtown ethnic markets to showcase products from various cultures and support new Americans, set to build community ties.

Erie's hip-hop artist TayJer is promoting school pride with new music videos on Spotify and YouTube that spotlight local schools and culture.

His work connects students and educators across Erie County.

Erie School District will hold four parent engagement sessions in August to explain new bans on cellphones, jeans and hoodies while offering free clothing (limited supplies) to students; sign-up is required by July 24 for sessions at McKinley, Booker T.

Washington, John F. Kennedy, and Martin Luther King centers.

Infinite Erie, along with Mayor Devlin and County Executive Vogel, will showcase Erie’s maritime assets and shipbuilding potential at the Pennsylvania Defense & Innovation Summit at the Army War College in Carlisle, PA (the Choose Erie PA Build Ships Faster effort is backed by 36 local groups).

LECOM Health is opening an advanced wound care facility at Corry Memorial Hospital today.

The clinic—offering negative pressure wound therapy, bioengineered tissues and growth-factor therapies—will help residents treat chronic wounds locally.

Erie outdoors enthusiasts are encouraged to set up trail cameras in local woodlots and fields to capture wildlife activity as summer shifts into fall.

The guide advises testing camera angles, carrying extra batteries and memory cards, and removing bait (if used) at least 30 days before hunting season begins.

Erie was ranked second among the nation’s hottest housing markets by Realtor.com in a June report released July 14; homes are selling in 29 days on average with 3.3 times more views and a median price of $239,000 thanks to low inventory + high buyer interest.

Fans can vote for the top wide receiver as five high school candidates vie for District 10 glory in football this fall.

The poll is available below the players’ bios and will close Friday, July 17 at noon.

Erie will host the TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run on Sept.

10, 2027, as part of a 16-day, 17-stage, 4,000-mile journey for antique motorcycles. The event, limited to 75 riders, will be a key stop after riders arrive from Hammondsport before they continue to Mansfield.

Clutches for Crutches Benefit Run

11 AM – 5 PM — Zem Zem Shrine Club — $20 for bike or car — Participate in the 2nd Annual Charity Run and Car Show with new stops including local bars.

8 Great Tuesdays Community Concert Series

6:30-9:00 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening filled with live music from local and regional bands.

Blooming at the Bookstore Workshop

6-7:30 p.m. — Werner Books and Coffee — Sign up required — Create your own seasonal vase arrangement with locally grown flowers while enjoying treats and great company.

Jackie Flynn Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Kellar's, A Modern Magic & Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughter with stand-up comedy from Jackie Flynn.

Monthly Puzzle Swap

10 AM - 12 PM — Werner Books and Coffee — Free entry — Swap gently used puzzles with fellow enthusiasts in a fun community event.

FRC Erie Summit 2026

8 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Bayfront Convention Center — Registration required — Explore the future of public sector cybersecurity with practical strategies and meaningful conversations.

Piff the Magic Dragon Live

7-10 p.m. — Kellar's, A Modern Magic & Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience the whimsical magic and comedy of Piff the Magic Dragon at this charming venue.

Piff the Magic Dragon Comedy Show

6-8:30 p.m. — Kellar's, A Modern Magic & Comedy Club — $35-$45 — Experience the comedic magic of Piff the Magic Dragon and his Chihuahua sidekick.

Old Crow Medicine Show Concert

5:30-7 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater & Liberty Park — All Ages — Enjoy an evening of lively music with Old Crow Medicine Show in a beautiful outdoor setting.

8 Great Tuesdays Concert Series

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rebich Investments Amphitheater & Liberty Park — Free entry — Enjoy a diverse lineup of local and regional bands in a beautiful park setting.