Good morning, Erie.

A local fire station celebrated 100 years of carrying the Stancliff name when fireworks were set off at 9 p.m. Saturday—assistant chief Ryne Rutkowski said the renaming from Eagle Hose in 1925 honors the family's lasting contribution.

Community members enjoyed the 814 Concert Series at Bayview Park on Sunday night as SideEye performed local music with food and lake views available—City of Erie Mayor Joe Schember said the series has received strong feedback.

He added that the next concert will be held on July 27 at Nickel Plate Mills with The Preach Freedom Experience—a plan that many say will build on the event's success.

Four Mercyhurst members, Amber Stilwell, Jenessa Norton, Bethany Woods, and Brandon J.

Mendoza (president of the Erie Regional Chamber), were honored in Erie Reader’s 40 Under 40 for their work in environmental science, business consulting and academic engagement. Mercyhurst welcomes Mendoza as a new Board of Trustees member and celebrates all four for their contributions to our community.

Stancliff Hose Company in Erie celebrated 100 years of its name and held events that marked a century of service to the local community.

Joseph and Andrew Sweny from Lake City purchased Godfrey Run Farm Market—along with its cider mill and apple orchard—from the family of the late Gary Faulkner, and they plan to add live music and festivals in the near future.

Nothing Bundt Cakes opened a new shop in Summit Township on Saturday with co-owners Felipe and Jessica Valdez expanding from Cranberry Township to share their local touch in Erie+ the store offers four sizes of ready-to-go cakes with weekday and weekend operating hours.

Local runners completed a half-marathon at Presque Isle Monday — officials will release race times and participant details later.

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.

Tall Ships Erie 2025

4-day festival — August 21-24 — Erie Maritime Museum — $ — Experience the majesty of magnificent ships racing in the Tall Ships Challenge on the Great Lakes.