Good morning, Erie.

Local fire officials shared tips to help residents prevent house fires by testing smoke alarms and keeping flammable items away from heat sources.

The body of a missing kayaker was pulled from Lake Erie at Presque Isle on Sunday at 2 p.m. — identified as 17-year-old Madison Gallagher from North Huntingdon who went missing Friday after her kayak tipped near Kelso Beach by Beach 1 and Waldameer Park — according to Erie County Coroner Lyell Cook.

More than 1,000 runners completed a 13-mile half marathon on Presque Isle on Sunday as a brief morning rain made the race tougher.

Runners from Erie and as far away as California prepared well in advance + many now plan to run the full marathon on September 7th.

The Erie SeaWolves ended their losing streak with a shutout win in the series finale—delivering a decisive game—and the victory sparked renewed confidence among the team as they prepare for upcoming matchups.

Karlie Zabrosky Chaffee returned to Erie and won her fourth EDWGA Match Play Tournament title — more than a decade after she won three straight tournaments as a McDowell graduate.

Her win shows her lasting skill and marks a major comeback in the local golf scene.

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.

Reyburn Jr. Sailing Banquet

6-9 p.m. — Erie Yacht Club — Celebrate the 2025 Reyburn Jr. Sailing Season with fellow enthusiasts.

First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Training

10 AM - 7 PM — Erie County Public Library - Blasco Memorial Library — Course fee applies — Become a certified instructor and share lifesaving skills with others.