Good morning, Erie.

The Erie Zoo said its longtime Visayan warty pig, Alfie, was euthanized on August 20 due to severe osteoarthritis—he had exceeded his normal lifespan and received careful treatment.

The zoo is working with the Visayan Warty Pig Species Survival Plan to find a new mate for his companion Darla.

American Airlines increased capacity at Erie International Airport by adding a Bombardier CRJ900 to the midday flight from Charlotte—this move boosts seat availability by 15 percent and confirms local confidence in Erie's air travel market.

Tall Ships Erie Festival begins today at Dobbins Landing (1 State St) where visitors can tour tall ships including the Lettie G.

Howard and enjoy food, music and a kids’ zone. Ticket options range from a $12 single-day pass to a $149 VIP weekend pass and the event features a parade today at 4 p.m.

Erie Arts and Culture’s executive director Susannah Faulkner says that investing in the arts is key to fixing past hurts and building a safe, close-knit community in Erie.

She points to programs like youth residencies and public art projects — following the tragic death of Marchello Woodard — as ways to help people heal and work together.

Tall Ships Erie is hosting a maritime festival today through August 24 at Dobbins Landing with strict security measures that include bag checks and bans on items such as weapons, drones, large backpacks, outside food, and drinks; only small coolers for infants and factory-sealed water bottles are allowed—Pennsylvania State Police and the Coast Guard will monitor the event while guests must have tickets, wristbands, or proper credentials to enter.

This summer, 13-year-old Azlynn Kobal from the 21st Century Girls Program used her digital skills from CHEC’s Digital Connectivity Technology Program to start a business plan by applying for a laptop—she said the program gave her the confidence to dream big—marking a success story for local youth.

Gregg Ritz from Hunt Masters won a Pennsylvania elk license in the lottery and will use his Mathews compound bow during the archery season—he plans to film his hunt for national TV and social media from Sept.

13–27 in Zone 5 with limited tags available. His hunt will showcase the state’s elk management practices as he seeks a challenging buck in a unique area.

Tall Ships visitors in Erie have 15 restaurant options along the bayfront from fine dining to casual fare—choices include offerings like Oliver's Rooftop and Sloppy Duck to meet various schedules.

Each establishment provides varied menus and hours to serve festival-goers during the event.

District 10 high school football season starts Friday and Saturday as Cathedral Prep and Northwestern open their games, with longtime coach Mike Mischler and new coach Ben Fenell leading their teams.

School mergers and planned field upgrades—such as the new turf on the Wildcats field—add extra interest to the busy season.

LEAF Open Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Frontier Park — Free entry — Explore a vibrant outdoor farmer's market featuring local vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, and crafts.

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.

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.

Gem City Renaissance Festival

10 AM – 4 PM — Frontier Park — Cash recommended — Experience a vibrant one-day Renaissance festival in Erie with themed outfits and local vendors.

Hotel California Tribute Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the legendary sound of The Eagles performed by the acclaimed tribute band HOTEL CALIFORNIA.

Erie Marathon

7 AM – 1 PM — Presque Isle State Park — $5-$100 — Experience the energetic atmosphere of the Erie Marathon and support local runners.

Cole Swindell Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Tickets via Ticketmaster — Enjoy a night of country music featuring Cole Swindell with special guest Priscilla Block.

Free Health Services Clinic

6 a.m. — Erie Center for Arts and Technology — Free services — Access free dental, vision, and medical services in collaboration with the Hamot Health Foundation.

Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA

8:30-9:30 p.m. — The Masonic Temple of Erie — Tickets required — Experience a mesmerizing fusion of Queen and ABBA music under candlelight.

LEAF Open Market

10 AM – 2 PM — Frontier Park — Free entry — Explore a vibrant outdoor farmer's market featuring local produce, baked goods, and artisan crafts.