This was a tragedy, and it could have been avoided. I offer my deepest condolences and sympathy to the Firefighter Giles’ family and to the Fuller Hose Co.
Here is everything you need to know about CelebrateErie 2023, kicking off on Friday, Aug. 18 and running through Sunday, Aug. 20 in downtown #EriePA: https://t.co/mZKU7Dhpps
If #EriePA is awarded a CRIZ designation, this will have far-reaching implications for Erie’s future as it will create a sustainable source of funding for economic and community development for decades to come. I am happy that we are working together to make it happen.
***UPDATE on shooting Erie Police Department patrolman***
• EPD patrol sergeant in stable condition at @UPMC Hamot's ICU
• Shot once in the leg
• Suspect, in ballistic armor, taken into custody
• @PAStatePolice, Troop E, will handle the investigation
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This is terrible news.
The incident is under investigation. Our hearts and prayers go out to the officer, the officer's family, and the entire police community.
We'll share more information as soon as we can.
An Erie Police Department officer is in stable condition following a shooting early on July 30, 2023. Preliminary details are below. We will provide additional updates after 9 a.m. today. https://t.co/caMFo0IjK7
Here's a reminder that -- as I am on the last Friday of each month -- I'll be on @allancarpenter's local news show, on Friday, July 27, at 9 a.m. on @JetRadio1400AM. I hope you tune in.
Statement on City’s plans for July 29 Trump rally
The City of Erie intends to submit an invoice in advance for expected services rendered for the planned July 29 rally with former President Donald Trump at the Erie Insurance Arena. (1/6)
I enjoyed meeting members of the @ErieAPAA and the Pennsylvania Governor’s Advisory Commission on AAPI Affairs today, and I look forward to working with them on projects and initiatives in the future. Thanks for coming by today!
I was thrilled to welcome 60 new Americans from 19 countries at the Erie Federal Courthouse today. I attend all of these events, which usually occur monthly. I've never seen a group this big.
Welcome to #EriePA!
#Citizenship#Immigration#Naturalization
.@erie_insurance President & CEO Tim NeCastro: We support the creation of a City Revitalization and Improvement Zone (CRIZ) if City Council approves the proposal to appoint a CRIZ advisory board endorsed by @JosephSchember & @senatorlaughlin. https://t.co/JcfdFpgq74
ARP Dollars in Action:
See how a $75,000 ARP grant from the City helped the @SarahReedCC continue to educate at-risk @ErieSD children at SARCC's St. Ann's school campus on #EriePA's east side.
Find the full story here:
https://t.co/GhEvd78UJ2
Recommendations for this air quality level:
People with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teens:
• Avoid strenuous outdoor activities.
• Keep outdoor activities short.
• Consider moving physical activities indoors or rescheduling. (2/4) #AirNow#AirQuality
As for the City's related Summer Recreation programs today:
• The @YMCAErie's Kids Club program is canceled at City parks again today.
• The City's youth tennis clinics at Frontier and Burton parks are canceled. (4/4)
#AirNow#AirQuality s
Everyone else – take any of these steps:
• Choose less strenuous activities (like walking instead of running) so you don’t breathe as hard.
• Shorten the amount of time you are active outdoors.
• Be active outdoors when air quality is better. (3/4) #AirNow#AirQuality