Good morning, Erie.

Erie celebrated the completion of phase one of the East Bayfront Greenway Trail today when city officials, RACE & Groundwork Erie held a ribbon cutting ceremony on a project that transformed vacant lots into pocket parks & trails for neighbors, students, and families.

United Way of Erie County hosted 20 National Night Out events on Aug.

4 across local venues such as Mercy Anchor Community Center, Erie High School, and Wayne Park—bringing neighbors together and celebrating local pride.

On Wednesday, Aug. 12, residents in Erie can watch six planets align at dawn, a partial solar eclipse kick off the afternoon, and the Perseid meteor shower peak under a new moon—remember to use solar eclipse glasses and check local weather conditions.

Erie-area towers offer free climbs on select days as part of Triple Tower Tuesdays from May through September at Bicentennial Tower, Erie Land Lighthouse — and this Aug.

7, Presque Isle Lighthouse will open for a one-day National Lighthouse Day climb; visitors must meet height requirements.

On Friday, Aug. 28, GRAMMY-winning trumpeter Chris Botti returns to the Mary D'Angelo Performing Arts Center with a jazz concert featuring his new album Vol.

1 (offering an intimate performance). MIAC connects community members and students with live artistry, and tickets are available from $35 to $60.

The federal flight reduction order pushes United Airlines service from Erie to Chicago back to October 2027.

The flight delay will impact airport revenue as fewer travelers pass through, following FAA directives that limited over 300 daily flights.

Fitness enthusiasts in Erie can start a new career as personal trainers with the IPTA package that includes CPR and AED certification plus unlimited exam retakes and integrated business resources.

The comprehensive package helps beginners avoid hidden costs and launch independent training careers.

Exterior demolition of Edison Elementary School on West Lake Road began July 30, and the building was constructed in the 1930s and renovated in the 1950s.

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.