š± How a bigger Opportunity Zone map could reshape investment across Erie County.
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In today's newsletter:
- How a bigger Opportunity Zone map could reshape investment across Erie County.
- What new federal funding means for healthcare access in Erie
- How a new MercyhurstāUPMC Hamot partnership could reshape Erie healthcare
Also on today's calendar: Karaoke Night in Downtown Erie | Flagship City Food Hall ā Flagship City District and 3 more events.
Today's riddle: What do the letter "t" and island have in common? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Sunday: Humid with a t-storm or two, with a high of 81 and low of 70 degrees.
- Monday: Humid; a shower in the a.m., temps: high: 77, low: 61.
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 65 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Erie, a big winner in Federal Opportunity Zones, looks to expand map (goerie.com) ā Erie leaders are pushing to expand the cityās highly successful federal Opportunity Zones, which have already steered hundreds of millions into downtown projects like Flagship City Food Hall and the future Trust Hotel. County officials have asked Gov. Josh Shapiro to approve a larger map that keeps a strong focus on Erie while adding nearby communities, aiming to attract even more tax-advantaged investment to the region. 
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2. MHEDS Secures Federal Funding to Expand Care Access (erienewsnow.com) ā Residents across the Erie region could soon see expanded access to primary care thanks to new federal HRSA funding awarded to MHEDS, now a fully funded health center. Founded by Erie faith organizations, MHEDS plans to use the designation to grow services for underserved, refugee, and immigrant communities while continuing to provide care regardless of ability to pay. Ā Ā Ā
3. Mercyhurst University and UPMC Hamot Partner to Strengthen Healthcare Workforce (erienewsnow.com) ā Mercyhurst University and UPMC Hamot are teaming up in Erie to revive a healthcare-focused academic program aimed at training more nurses and medical professionals for the region. This partnership is designed to ease local workforce shortages, give students clearer career pathways, and strengthen the pipeline of skilled caregivers serving patients across northwestern Pennsylvania. Ā Ā Ā
4. Plain White T's Headline Celebrate Erie as Crowds Fill State Street (erienewsnow.com) ā Downtown Erie is packed this Celebrate Erie weekend, with big crowds filling State Street for food, Chalk Walk art, and a Plain White Tās headlining set. Local musicians and artists are sharing the mainstage and sidewalks, and todayās lineup continues with tribute acts and chalk murals still on display, giving residents plenty of reasons to head back downtown. Ā Ā Ā
5. Arrested Development energizes a packed CelebrateErie (goerie.com) ā CelebrateErie is in full swing on State Street, where Arrested Development and other acts have drawn big, energetic crowds to downtown Erie. Photos capture teens, families, chalk artists, food trucks, and live music filling Perry Square and the Chalkwalk area, giving residents a vivid look at whatās happening if theyāre deciding whether to head down this weekend. Ā Ā Ā
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Live Music Wednesdays in Downtown Erie | Flagship City Food Hall ā Flagship City District ā
Flagship City Food Hall, 22 N Park Row, Erie
6:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
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Other local events
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Teacher In Service (No Students)
Harbor Creek SD Erie, PA 16511 -
Elementary Schools Open House
Harbor Creek SD Clark, Klein, and Rolling Ridge
5:30 pm -
Legislative Meeting
Harbor Creek SD Jr./Sr. High Library
6:00 pm -
Jr. & Sr. High Schools Open House
Harbor Creek SD Erie, PA 16511
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Karaoke Night in Downtown Erie | Flagship City Food Hall ā Flagship City District ā
Flagship City Food Hall, 22 N Park Row, Erie
6:00 pm
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Tuesday September 1
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š Events Nearby
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Teacher In Service (No Students)
Harbor Creek SD Erie, PA 16511 -
Elementary Schools Open House
Harbor Creek SD Clark, Klein, and Rolling Ridge
5:30 pm -
Legislative Meeting
Harbor Creek SD Jr./Sr. High Library
6:00 pm -
Jr. & Sr. High Schools Open House
Harbor Creek SD Erie, PA 16511
6:00 pm -
Key West Express Lite ā
Lawrence Park Golf Club, 3700 E Lake Rd, Erie
5:00 pm -
Downtown Erie Food Tour ā
Like My Thai, 827 State St, Erie
11:00 am
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Friday August 21
Saturday August 22
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I have a female calico with new kittens living under my porch.
If anyone is missing a momma cat check with me (Nextdoor West 5th) - Looking for a professional house cleaner for a complete move-out cleaning of a single-story home.
If youāre available or know someone reliable, please send me a message. (Nextdoor Northwest Harborcreek)
- Wesleyville Borough Manager Marcus Jacobs and I were present as Erie County Exec. Christina Vogel announced Erieās application for Opportunity Zones... (X: BobMerski)
- ROADWORK on I-80 Eastbound between MM 0 and MM 6. Right Lane (of 2 Lanes) Blocked.... (X: 511PAErie)
- JCPenney posted a job opening for Stock Associate - Mill Creek Mall in Erie. Apply here.
- The Adecco Group posted a job opening for Assembler in Erie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Erie here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They're both in the middle of water (Thank you Dianna S. for sending it in!)
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