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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Presque Isle State Park will allow weekend swimming at Beach8 until September 28 with lifeguards on duty from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.—lifeguard manager Bob North said the park ends a strong summer and aims to open all guarded beaches next season. YourErie.com
- ➤ Erie County Beautiful invites local volunteers to join the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup on Sept. 20 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.—volunteers will remove and record trash from local beaches, parks and public spaces—to provide data for future marine debris research. YourErie.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chevy Chase will appear at Warner Theatre on Dec 8 for a special screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation—doors open at 6 p.m. and a live conversation with Chase and his wife will follow, offering behind-the-scenes stories and audience Q&A. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Comiccon returns to the Bayfront Convention Center in Erie, offering fans of sci-fi, superheroes and video games a chance to see celebrity voice actors, authors and artists as well as enjoy vendors, panels and a cosplay contest. Although the first day ended on Friday at 7 p.m., the event will run today from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. YourErie.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Regional gas prices in the Central Atlantic region averaged $3.22 per gallon on Monday—up from $3.15 last week according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration—and are about 1.0% higher than the national average of $3.19. Prices rose for the second consecutive week with an increase of about 10 cents since last month in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. The Erie Times-News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gannon University is celebrating its centennial homecoming and family weekend with football and soccer games, tailgating, campus tours and a Block Party of the Century starting today at 5 p.m. under the Gannon Arch. The school held a class of 1975 luncheon on Friday and will end the weekend on Sunday with a centennial mass with a United States cardinal—all events are open to the public. YourErie.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority will receive four new compressed natural gas—CNG—powered trolleys in 2026 to replace its older diesel fleet, with each bus costing nearly $800,000. The new trolleys aim to cut emissions while riders continue enjoying free rides on the downtown and cultural loop routes. The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Remote Area Medical returns to Erie today with free medical and dental care at the ECAT Wayne Building, sponsored by the Hamot Health Foundation—registration begins at midnight and care starts at 6 a.m. as volunteers prepare to assist hundreds of patients. YourErie.com
- ➤ Health inspectors from Erie County Department of Health inspected restaurants from Sept. 2 to Sept. 9 and found two critical violations—one at Ichiban on Buffalo Road in Harborcreek Township for missing food temperature records, and one at Parkhurst Dining at Mercyhurst University where a cooler was at 50 degrees instead of the safe 41. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McDowell relied on a strong offensive line + tough defense to beat Erie High 37-7 at Veterans Stadium, ending a three-game losing streak and extending its win streak over Erie since 2017. The win sets up an Oct. 3 game with Cathedral Prep to decide the Region 7 title. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ District 10 high school football began on Sept 11 when Cathedral Prep beat Warren with a score of 58–7 and continued on Sept 12 with 15 games before three more games take place today, including the McDowell–Erie matchup at Veterans Stadium at 6 p.m. Updates on scores, standings and top performers are provided as the season unfolds. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ District 10 Football Focus has released its Week 4 recap video+ the review shows key plays and player performances from local games that shaped the early season, offering fans a look at the action. The video highlights crucial moments as teams continue their push this season. The Erie Times-News
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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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