Wednesday, December 4th, 2024

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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The annual Downtown d'Lights event in Erie has been postponed to Dec. 13 due to safety concerns from weather, offering ice skating, holiday shopping, and appearances by Santa Claus. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Dozens of streets in Erie remain impassable due to snow-blocked vehicles, with police taking action to clear them and ensure access, including to key facilities. The Erie Times-News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 35-year-old man was found deceased in a parked car in Erie, with no signs of foul play and toxicology results pending to determine the cause of death. The Erie Times-News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men in Erie face charges for brandishing firearms during disputes related to snow clearance and towing, one over a parking spot and the other with a tow truck driver. The Erie Times-News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox, known for its genre-bending covers, is set to perform again in Erie, exciting local fans. Erie Reader
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students utilized their snow day to enjoy sledding at Frontier Park, embracing the unexpected break from school. YourErie.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Several counties across Erie, Crawford, Venango, Warren, Ashtabula, and Chautauqua are under winter storm watches and lake effect snow warnings, with potential snow accumulations of 4-12 inches and wind gusts up to 45-50 MPH expected. YourErie.com
- ➤ Erie County transitions from a lake-effect snow warning to a winter storm warning, expecting an additional foot atop 4-6 feet of snow, affecting garbage pickup and public transportation, with a thaw anticipated by Sunday. The Erie Times-News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Erie announces snow emergency route clearings and enforces odd/even parking regulations to prepare for more heavy snow. The Erie Times-News
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Santa's Snowflake 5k Run/Walk
Experience a festive and scenic 5k run/walk through beautiful Presque Isle State Park, organized by the Erie Runners Club.
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Handel's Messiah Concert by the Erie Philharmonic
Experience the timeless classic 'Messiah' by Handel, performed by the Erie Philharmonic and Philharmonic Chorus at the First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant.
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O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy
A comedic performance showcasing British humor, taking place at the Warner Theatre in Erie, PA.
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Brooke Surgener Live Performance
Brooke Surgener is an indie folk/pop artist from Erie, Pennsylvania, known for her soothing voice and engaging performances.
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Family Christmas Program at Garden Heights Baptist Church
The Family Christmas Program features a variety of songs, poems, and stories suitable for all ages.
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Fired-Up Friday at Splash Lagoon
Enjoy an evening of indoor surfing, relaxing in the lazy river, and dancing at Splash Lagoon's Fired-Up Friday event.
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