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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families in Erie and across the country join a free National Night Out event today where local organizations, emergency management, and schools host activities at parks and schools — United Way is supporting 20 Erie events that let neighbors walk from their homes. YourErie.com
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 1.2 million sunflowers now bloom on 50 acres near the Battles Yellow House on Walnut Street in Girard after being planted in May by the Hagen History Center and The Wilds Sonshine Factory. In the fall, the field will be harvested to produce spirits—yielding an estimated 300 to 400 bottles per acre for local sale. YourErie.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police in Millcreek Township said that at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, 39-year-old Jafar Almaarej from Dearborn is accused of taking his daughter (7-year-old) from her home while her mother was at work, and he was last seen driving a black Jeep Wrangler (Michigan plate 050G994) as he fled toward Michigan. YourErie.com
- ➤ Over a month ago, a state parole officer fatally shot local resident Marchello Woodard and although the Erie County District Attorney’s Office is investigating, his family has not heard any updates and continues to demand justice—calling for clear communication from officials. YourErie.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Erie Blues and Jazz Festival returned this weekend at Frontier Park, drawing hundreds of people for two days of free music and community connection — a cherished chance to enjoy local talent and build bonds across the area. YourErie.com
- ➤ St. Paul’s Italian Festival will take place from Aug 8 to 10 at 1617 Walnut St in Erie, offering classic Italian dishes like chicken parmesan and pasta e fagioli while Italian Dancers of Erie perform at fixed times; the festival also honors longtime contributor Ronald DiVecchio—Chairman for Life. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Erie City Council will review an ordinance at a 9 a.m. meeting on Aug. 6 that would broaden a government study to include options beyond home rule—potentially delaying the voter referendum until May 19. If approved, a nine-member commission will study different forms of government—providing recommendations for future changes in Erie. The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Monday morning, LECOM Health and local government officials broke ground on the new Colonial Family Pharmacy on Wattsburg Road in Greene Township—this site will offer retail pharmaceuticals, prescriptions, immunizations and a small retail store to help local residents. Greene Township supervisor Tracey Fugagli said the new pharmacy will be a great asset to the community—especially as other chains have closed. YourErie.com
- ➤ Erie County began construction yesterday on a new health care training hub at Erie County Community College to train students in nursing, digital medical sonograph and patient care technician skills with courses scheduled to start in fall. The $5.2 million project uses $2 million from American Rescue Plan funds & contributions from local health systems to boost work opportunities in the region. The Erie Times-News
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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.
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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.
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Reyburn Jr. Sailing Banquet
6-9 p.m. — Erie Yacht Club — Celebrate the 2025 Reyburn Jr. Sailing Season with fellow enthusiasts.
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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.
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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.
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Reminiscent at Erie Downtown Music Series
6-9 p.m. — Perry Square — Free entry — Enjoy a Motown tribute concert while relaxing in the park with food and community spirit.
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First To Eleven Live Concert
6-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — No cover before 9 p.m. — Experience First to Eleven performing your rock favorites in the Happy Hour Concert Series.
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