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Sunday, August 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ General McLane alumni gathered over the weekend of August 8 to revive a local tradition by restoring a barn near their old high school — the barn will again serve as a place where graduating classes paint their year. The Class of 1984 raised the most funds for the project — many former students and their families reunited to honor their shared past. YourErie.com
- ➤ Erie Gives, hosted by the Erie Community Foundation, is a 24-hour fundraiser on Aug. 12 that will benefit more than 450 local nonprofits+ Donors can contribute by phone, online, or by check, and a bonus match will cover fees so every cent goes directly to the groups. The Erie Times-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gem City Shipbuilding is a proposed project to transform the former Erie Coke site into a naval ship production hub. The 160-acre parcel provides water access + rail connectivity and will need $25 million to $75 million for cleanup and engineering to bring jobs and support national defense. The Erie Times-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Union City Area High School marching band replaced its overused drumline with new drums funded by sponsorships, donations and student fundraising; the drums were purchased in January from Volkwein’s Music and delivered in May. Director Ryan Fulton said the new equipment, first used at North East Firemen's Cherry Festival in July, gives students a clearer sound and he plans further gear upgrades in the future — showing the community's strong support for local education. The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Erie County Department of Health inspectors checked restaurants from July 31 — Aug. 6 and found a critical violation at The Jazz House, where the manager lacked proper food safety knowledge, and a noncritical violation at Isle House showing signs of rodent and insect activity, while earlier issues at Goodtimez and Quick Stop 2 were corrected. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fairview's girls golf team — led by senior Cora Hirz — won its season opener in 2025 and began its defense as PIAA Class 2A champions. The team looks to keep its winning streak as it prepares for upcoming matches. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Connor Laird helped Cathedral Prep win its season opener at State College and began his EDGA Amateur Tournament appearance the next day (a busy start for his season). The Erie Times-News
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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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