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Erie
Sunday, September 7th, 2025
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Visitors enjoyed free admission, live shows and face painting at Erie Zoo during Saturday's second annual Zoo for All event—organized in partnership with Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield—to promote outdoor fun. The special event made the zoo more accessible to residents and set the stage for next month's Lions, Tigers & Beers fundraising event. YourErie.com
- ➤ Erie Times-News staff received six journalism awards with reporter Ed Palattella earning three first-place honors for his investigative and feature stories—these awards were given by state and national panels to recognize excellence in local reporting on topics such as court cases, sports, and diversity. The recognition highlights the paper's strong commitment to quality news coverage that matters to the Erie community. The Erie Times-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Millcreek Schools ended their first week of the new academic year as students returned to Westlake Middle School and a new teacher — who served 22 years in the Navy — began teaching. The district is helping both students and teachers adjust to their new routines. YourErie.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new interactive map and dashboard shows that people across the Great Lakes region face PFAS exposure in food, water and recreational areas. The study finds that residents in Pennsylvania have higher PFAS risks compared to Michigan and New York—foods such as butter, olive oil and shrimp are key contributors. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mercyhurst Lakers won its home opener—recording a 48 to 14 victory over New Haven and featuring comments from Ryan Riemedio, Dylan Evans and Brian Trobel at the postgame press conference. The Erie Times-News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bartender Training Class
6-10 p.m. — SpringHill Suites by Marriott Erie — $90.00 – $325.00 — Gain hands-on experience and industry knowledge to become an effective bartender in this interactive course.
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The Music of John Williams
3-5 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Cost varies — Celebrate the iconic sounds of John Williams with the Erie Philharmonic and conductor Daniel Meyer.
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Ecospirituality Green Tour
Environmental walking tour — Not specified — Mercyhurst University — Free entry — Discover the beauty of nature through prayers, reflections, and an exploration of campus gardens and a labyrinth.
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Kansas Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Last-minute tickets available — Enjoy a classic rock performance by Kansas in Erie, PA.
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Jamey Johnson Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Warner Theatre — Tickets starting at $65 — Experience a night of country music with Jamey Johnson at the historic Warner Theatre.
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