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Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Sisters of St. Joseph Neighborhood Network will support Small Business Saturday by partnering with local merchants and hosting events — they plan to boost local shopping and strengthen the small business economy. Erie Reader
- ➤ Erie residents took part in Operation Christmas Child on Monday by filling shoeboxes with small gifts (toys, hygiene products and school supplies) to share holiday joy with children worldwide, while nine drop-off locations (in Erie, Crawford and Warren County) collect donations. YourErie.com
- ➤ The Martin Luther King Center announced Tuesday that Marcus Atkinson will lead a transition team to search for a new director after the unexpected passing of Executive Director James Sherrod—he will manage the center’s programs and community initiatives while the board begins its formal search. YourErie.com
- ➤ Lake City Fire Company will escort Santa Claus around Lake City on Dec. 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.—he will then visit the fire station at 2232 Rice Ave. until 8:00 p.m.—and more details on his route will be shared later. YourErie.com
- ➤ Highmark and Second Harvest Food Bank NWPA launched the UnHungry Initiative to fight food insecurity by strengthening community programs with 15 food partners this holiday season. Highmark employees wrote messages on recipes sent with donated food and an animated film will stream on social media—encouraging neighbors to help support those in need. YourErie.com
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Beloved MIAC artist Melissa Errico will perform her new holiday concert 'The Secret Diary of Mrs. Santa' at Mercyhurst University's Walker Recital Hall on Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m.—she will join pianist Billy Stritch as they blend classic holiday tunes with fresh twists. Mercyhurst University
- ➤ A local film production company is turning 52 Pickup, an internationally acclaimed musical about coping with trauma, into a short film that will be shot in Erie — the project will create local jobs and showcase the city's scenic spots — with filming set to begin soon. YourErie.com
- ➤ Weird Al Yankovic will perform his Bigger and Weirder Tour at Erie Insurance Arena on July 8, 2026—a show where fans will get to hear his famous hits and new songs during a live performance. Ticket sales start on November 21 at 10 a.m. for this highly anticipated concert event. The Erie Times-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, the PA Fish — Boat Commission conducted its first steelhead trout spawning at Avonia Beach along Trout Run by combining eggs from five females with milt from three males to create the next generation of fish. The fertilized eggs will hatch at Fairview State Fish Hatchery in about 21 to 30 days, with the trout then returned to the stream for future spawning. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Before the NEC semifinal on November 21 at Long Island, Mercyhurst volleyball coach Ryan Patton, senior Kaitlin Murphy and grad student Julia Shepherd discussed the team’s goal for a tournament berth and Division I success – their remarks set a clear focus for the upcoming game. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ The Northwestern School Board approved a new multi-million dollar sports complex on Monday night with a 5-4 vote that will replace the old track and grass field at a bid just over $7 million—nearly $5 million lower than the original proposal. Some residents worried about a tax increase while Coach Ben Fenell said the upgrade is needed for better facilities. YourErie.com
- ➤ Pennsylvania’s rifle deer season opens November 29 and runs until December 13, and hunters are advised to scout for food sources and bedding areas (at least three days before the season) to avoid disturbing the deer. Local experts recommend using less-used public lands and note that extra venison can be donated to families (per conservation officials). The Erie Times-News
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Barrie Colts vs Erie Otters
7:00–8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Stream on FloHockey — Don't miss the action as the Colts take on the Otters in this exciting hockey showdown.
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Flicker // Fade Live Emo Night
5-10 p.m. — BIGBAR — 21+ only — Experience the best of Emo and Pop-Punk music live in Erie this Saturday night.
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ERC Turkey Trot
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Presque Isle: Beach #1 — Registration required — Enjoy classic 5k and 10k races to burn calories before Thanksgiving dinner.
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Erie Otters vs. Peterborough Petes
7-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Check FloHockey for streaming options — Catch the exciting matchup between the Erie Otters and Peterborough Petes live from Erie.
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Brantford Bulldogs vs Erie Otters
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Streaming available — Catch the action as the Bulldogs face off against the Otters in this exciting hockey match.
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North Bay Battalion vs Erie Otters
7-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Check local listings — Watch the North Bay Battalion battle against the Erie Otters on the ice.
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Holiday Joy Paint & Sip
6-8 p.m. — Deer Creek Winery Tasting Room — $35 per ticket — Unleash your creativity while sipping wine in a festive atmosphere.
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