Saturday, December 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Erie. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Erie County Gaming Revenue Authority Executive Director Perry Wood announced a $2.5 million allocation from American Rescue Plan funds to aid the childcare sector. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ In Erie, twenty people from 13 countries became U.S. citizens in a ceremony presided over by District Judge Susan Paradise Baxter, highlighted by participants' joy and the start of their voter registration process. YourErie.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rebecca L. Carr was arraigned on charges related to the drug-induced death of a woman in Millcreek Township, with evidence including phone records and surveillance video. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ An Erie man will not face a felony assault charge after mistakenly shooting his cousin, thinking he was a burglar, but will still face misdemeanor charges. The Erie Times-News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Erie Insurance acquires 717 State St. office building, solidifying its downtown presence and keeping current tenants, including the Social Security administration. The Erie Times-News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Erie has recorded 60.4 inches of snow since early November, surpassing the area's average for this time of year but still far from the winter record of 166.3 inches set in 2017-18. The Erie Times-News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Erie County Department of Health found violations in several food establishments during inspections conducted from Dec. 11 to Dec. 18, 2024, including issues with pest control and food safety protocols. The Erie Times-News
- ➤ UPMC Hamot successfully conducted its 1,500th minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacement surgery, benefiting patients with narrowing heart valves. YourErie.com
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Aundraya Neavins discussed her recruitment to Clarion basketball during a ceremony at Erie High School. The Erie Times-News
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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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Disney on Ice: Into The Magic
An enchanting ice-skating show featuring beloved characters like Belle and Moana as they embark on magical adventures.
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