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Erie
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Donors raised over $131,000 on Erie Gives Day to help launch a $1 million renovation project at more than 50 long-standing community homes across Erie County. Kitchens are updated + bathrooms are made accessible as the Barber National Institute works to keep these homes safe and welcoming. The Erie Times-News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Owners Dena Rupp and Corinne Kraus cut the ribbon at Flagship City Press with Erie Downtown Partnership at their store on 26 W. Eighth St. in Erie. The Erie Times-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA data from Dec. 16 shows Lake Erie has just below 10% ice coverage — above the typical early December average — while nearby Ohio and Erie shorelines have less than 6 inches of ice, which could lower lake-effect snow. The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Danone U.S. recalled pints of So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster ice cream after small stones were found in cashew inclusions, affecting items with best-by dates before Aug. 8. Consumers in Erie should avoid the product and call So Delicious Dairy Free Care (1 833 367 8975) for refunds. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Pennsylvania officials announced on Dec. 16 that the ACA marketplace enrollment deadline has been postponed to Dec. 31 so consumers have more time to choose coverage before premium hikes in 2026. Officials advise enrolling soon and updating Pennie account details — the change comes amid ongoing federal subsidy debates. The Erie Times-News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mercyhurst Prep is airing signing day interviews with eight athletes - the video series highlights each player’s college plans and celebrates local sports talent. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Extended deer hunting opportunities open statewide for archery and flintlock hunters starting Dec. 26 and running into January, giving enthusiasts a chance to pursue bucks and does after the main rifle season ended on Dec. 13 (fluorescent orange is recommended for safety). The Erie Times-News
- ➤ Erie Times-News launched its '25 for ’25' project to honor top female athletes who have excelled in local sports since 2000 – the series started in late July and will finish by the holidays, featuring standouts like Trucilla Bengel and Anne-Catherine Brown. The Erie Times-News
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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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Erie Otters vs. Flint Firebirds
7-8:30 p.m. — Erie Insurance Arena — Watch the exciting clash as the Erie Otters take on the Flint Firebirds live at the arena.
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