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Words Matter: Why the "R" Word Still Hurts — and Why We Must Do Better

by Dr. Maureen Barber-Carey, Executive Vice President of the Barber National Institute 3/3/2026, 1:00 PM

An Op-Ed acknowledging Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

ICE in Erie: PA United's Rapid Response Network Established to Increase Protections, Inform Neighbors

by Carlos Mora, County Organizer for PA United2/13/2026, 1:00 PM

Protecting the constitutional rights of our community

ICE Protest Pop-Up

by Alana Sabol1/27/2026, 8:00 PM

Erie citizens protest in Perry Square in light of ICE shootings in Minneapolis

Soup Stroll returns to Downtown Erie with Cozy Flavors and Community Spirit

by Jessica Hunter10/20/2025, 9:00 PM

Expanded fall event brings more soups, more stops, and plenty of local flavor - all while supporting Emmaus Ministries Soup Kitchen.

Future Concepts Open House: Coke Site

by Alana Sabol10/19/2025, 10:15 PM

Port Authority shares three possible layouts for the remediation project with the public

Time for PRIDE!

by Edwina Capozziello6/18/2025, 12:00 PM

NWPA Pride Alliance plans a weekend with Pride on the Bay and Erie Pride Parade

Erie County United Housing Town Hall

by Alana Sabol5/7/2025, 12:30 AM

Discussions on affordable and accessible housing in Erie

Celebrating Sarah Reed Week

by Alana Sabol3/13/2025, 5:00 PM

The retirement center is celebrating its founder with a week of themed activities

Winter Wonder — Downtown Winter Carnival 2025

by Ally Kutz2/13/2025, 5:00 PM

Enjoy one of Erie's best winter offerings to chase away those snowy blues

Presque Isle's Winter Discovery Day

by Larry Wheaton1/27/2025, 1:00 PM

A show in the snow

A Miracle on State Street: Shop Small Saturday 2024

by Ally Kutz11/21/2024, 1:00 PM

The popular Small Business Saturday event continues to wow this November

expERIEnce Children's Museum Hosts New Take on Annual Street Soiree

by Erin Phillips7/25/2024, 1:00 PM

Grown up gala benefits expansion, continued programming

Prepare for a Perfectly Purple Party, People

by Edwina Capozziello6/11/2024, 12:00 PM

40 Shades of Purple fundraiser doubles as 40th birthday celebration for non-profit founder

Put Your Hands in the Air and Raise the Roof for BT Block Party

by Cara Suppa6/7/2024, 12:00 PM

Multi-venue entertainment spectacular to help offset storm damage costs

Downtown Erie Winter Carnival Returns for 2024

by Ally Kutz2/12/2024, 1:00 PM

Chase those winter blues away with lots of fun coming in hot

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April 2026: The 15th Anniversary Issue

Erie Reader: Vol. 16, No. 4

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