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28-04-2025
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Shelter animals strut their stuff at Erie Humane Society's fourth annual Mutt Gala
The fourth annual Mutt Gala made a return to the Bayfront Convention Center Saturday evening. The event was hosted by the Erie Humane Society. Autism Society of NWPA hosts 24th annual Walk for Autism The theme of this year's gala is a 'Diamond in the Ruff,' with ten dogs strutting down the aisle in tuxedos and dresses accompanied by staff members. The gala is the premier fundraiser for the Humane Society and allows people to support the shelter, as well as enjoy dinner and a dog fashion show. Polish Falcons of America's 85th annual bowling tournament makes return to Erie 'I really think it's a good way for people to come out, socialize and also support the shelter. It's a great way, maybe some people aren't looking to adopt, and this is a way that they can help the shelter by buying a ticket and enjoying the evening,' said Brian Carroll, director of community relations at the Erie Humane Society. The dogs from Saturday's show are available for adoption. Proceeds from the gala go towards everyday care of rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming the pets. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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28-04-2025
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Erie County United hosts town hall meeting to discuss housing issues
An event was held on Saturday to give residents the power to speak up and not feel alone while doing it. Erie County United held a housing town hall at the Booker T. Washington Center Saturday afternoon along with several elected officials. Erie Insurance rings the Nasdaq Opening Bell, celebrating 100 years in business Renters, landlords and homeowners were working in collaboration to speak about issues that are affecting housing in the county. The canvas lead, Tori Kenny, said the most common issue that was brought up is that there is a lack of safe and affordable housing. Autism Society of NWPA hosts 24th annual Walk for Autism 'Blighted properties is a huge issue that we are seeing, as well as code enforcement for the last few years has been lacking. They are picking up lately, it has been working a lot more efficiently than it has been, so that is really good,' said Kenny. Kenny said they plan to have meetings like this throughout the summer. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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28-04-2025
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Fundraiser for SafeNet pits tutu wearing racers against each other for good cause
A race for everyone took place at Presque Isle on Sunday in an effort to benefit a local organization and a good cause. Participants had the option to walk, run or stroll the Tutu Race. The event was accessible to everyone as it's split between the option of a 2.2-mile or a 4.4-mile route. Awards were given at the end for the top three placements in each group as well as for the best tutu. Autism Society of NWPA hosts 24th annual Walk for Autism Each year, a different organization is chosen to be represented, and this year's choice was SafeNet of Erie. 'We're just so honored to be a part of this amazing event. It does raise awareness for domestic violence,' said Meghan Baker, outreach coordinator for SafeNet of Erie. 'We offer our services 10% free, confidential and we support our community.' 'I think there's two pieces to it. So, we're encouraging more people to come out, it's fun, it's not a real competitive race, I think it's more about coming out, having fu,n but a lot of people come out to support our charity, which is SafeNet,' said Janina Lee, co-director of the Tutu Race. SafeNet will be hosting their next event, a garden party, on June 27. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
