Erie Reader

09/07/2026

Larry Wheaton catches up with Emily Saliers of the iconic Indigo Girls ahead of their performance at the Chautauqua Amphitheater this month. They discuss the longevity of the band and their commitment to tackling social justice issues through their music.

Full interview at the link below ⬇️

09/06/2026

Film Review: Coyote vs. Acme 🎥

09/05/2026

Teenage S*x and Death at Camp Miasma is Messy in All the Best Ways 🎥

09/05/2026

Director Richard Davis brings the Broadway hit Come From Away to the Erie Playhouse this month. Experience a musical built around the experiences of 9/11, specifically those felt in a small community in Newfoundland.

09/05/2026

Council approved and amended an ordinance allowing the public to use their mobile devices when attending public County Council meetings in order to facilitate public access and recording rights consistent with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act. The ordinance passed 4-3 with Schauerman, Bayle, and Drexel voting no.

Summary of ordinances and resolutions

09/04/2026

The Brewerie at Union Station will soon be taken over by local art for the annual Arts & Drafts Festival – spotlighting the work of featured artist Amy Gone alongside a packed slate of local music.

More information by B. Toy at the link in the comments below ⬇️

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

Late Night at the Movies was filmed and set in the movie theater where the debut filmmaker, Taylor Rhoades, works – TheMoviesATMeadville – and will premiere at that very theater in September. More details at the link below ⬇️

09/03/2026

**NOTE: The location of the festival has been moved to McClelland Park, 2600 E. 26th St.**

Now proclaiming! Gem City Renaissance Festival is the best fair in the realm! No jest! Now in its third year, the local celebration of all things post-medieval will feature live entertainment, period food, vendors, and historic demonstrations.

More by Cassandra Gripp at the link below ⬇️

📸: DIGGIT DAVE SCHROEDER

09/03/2026

This year, the motto coming from Erie's Public Schools at parent information sessions like this one held at the JFK Center this summer is “Return to Learn,” which means focusing on what matters and shutting out the noise. From cell phone restrictions to strengthening the district-wide dress code – the focus will be on learning, improving outcomes, and strengthening student success.

Follow the link below to read more ⬇️