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Erie PA News and Events for Monday, June 23, 2008
Posted by ErieBlogs on June 23, 2008
31-year-old Derrick L. Oliver was arrested Friday and arraigned Sunday on open murder, criminal sexual conduct and theft charges in the death of Erie native Lindsay Graygo. Oliver had lived in the same building as Graygo. He voluntarily supplied DNA evidence that matched evidence found at the scene. He will remain in jail until a preliminary hearing on July 2. Lindsay Graygo’s body was found February 19 in her Ypsilanti Township (Michigan) apartment.
In an interview with Fox News on Sunday, former Pennsylvania governor Tom Ridge said he would not rule out being on the McCain ticket this fall (transcript). Ridge grew up in Erie and was governor from 1995 until 2001, when he stepped down to serve as assistant to the President for Homeland Security and later the first Secretary of Homeland Security. Ridge currently serves as one of McCain’s campaign co-chairman.
The PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced earlier in the spring that all state park beaches would have an open swim policy, citing costs and the trouble in keeping lifegaurds available once school starts in August. Presque Isle is not part of this plan and will remain fully staffed. Read more…
The PA Fish and Boat Commission recently surveyed Misery Bay and found the number of bass “pretty phenomenal,” according to biologist Freeman Johns. A full report is coming.
Venangago-go.com’s 3rd birthday celebration co-sponsored with Brother Bean (2803 SR 257, Seneca, PA 16346 814-677-0232)) takes place Tonight at Brother Bean from 7-9 pm with a free all-ages show from Soulmobile.
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The SeaWolves held off two late charges by the Harrisburg Senators on Sunday at Commerce Bank Park for a 6-3 win as they avoided a three-game sweep. Roberson and Kirkland came through with late game home runs, securing a win by the Seawolves.
Penn State Erie—The Behrend College will hold its annual reunion this year from July 25-27. Alumni can stay overnight in student housing for $50 a night. Events like the Winery Tour, Car Show, Midnight Bingo, Dinner with the Zoo, and more. Visit the 2008 Reunion Facebook page to RSVP.
Gannon University Writers’ Workshops 2008 are for students Grades 4-12. Develop your writing process and produce a book of your writing under the direction of Dr Sally LeVan and the teachers of the NWPA Writing Project. Each session will be limited to 25 students per session. Dates are June 23-27, July 7-11 and July 21-25. Workshops will be held 9 am to 12 pm in Room 3200 of the Palumbo Center, 8th and Peach Streets. Registration includes T-shirt, snacks and book. $125 per one-week session/$200 for two-weeks. For information contact Dr Sally LeVan, (814) 871-7506. Registration.
Erie area eighth and ninth-grade students are invited to Mercyhurst College to explore career pathways as part of a three-day Game of Life Future Fair offered June 23-25 by the Mercyhurst College Aspirations Program. The FREE sessions, from 5 to 7 pm each day, take place in the Audrey Hirt Academic Center on Mercyhurst’s Erie campus, and include a light dinner and prize giveaways. The project aims to help students make the most of their high school years by exploring future career paths, particularly opportunities in the Erie area, and identifying realistic options toward preparing for careers in those fields. Program organizers say that research suggests students who explore career preferences during middle school are more focused and more successful during their high school years. Pre-registration is not required; for more information, contact Jillian Perfetti at jperfe43@mercyhurst.edu.
The 2008 City of Erie Recreation Tennis Tournaments will be held once again at
Frontier Park. Junior: June 24-27, Adult: August 13-17. Applications are available at: PennBriar Health and Tennis Club, Westwood Racquet Club, Lake Shore Country Club, Kahkwa Club and Erie Sport Store’s downtown location. For more information contact Richard Beck at 835-5452.
The Saint Vincent Auxiliary presents “A Night at the Races” on Wednesday, June 25 at Presque Isle Downs Clubhouse and Lounge. The event is from 4:30 pm - 9 pm. Each attendee will receive $10 in gaming tokens, a four-course meal in the Clubhouse, and a chance to gamble the night away while learning more about the Children’s Miracle Network. For questions and/or RSVP, please contact Stephanie Flanagan at (814) 452-5302.
The Erie Summer Festival of the Arts will be held June 27-29 at Liberty Park.
The Erie County Historical Society will hold a weekly Ghosts and Legends Tour at 8 pm on Fridays, June 27-September 26. Discover the mysteries of downtown Erie through a 1.5 hour walking tour. Reservations required, call (814) 454-1813, ext 0. Cost: $8 Adult, $4 Child.
Erie’s gay, lesbian bisexual and transgender (GLBT) community will come together the weekend of June 28-29 to celebrate Pride 2008 with a picnic, march/rally, and social opportunities. Festivities get underway Saturday, June 28, with the Pride Erie Picnic at Rotary Pavilion, Beach 7 at Presque Isle State Park. The Pride Picnic runs from 1-6 pm with food being served from 2-4 pm. The Pride March will step off from The Zone Dance Club at 1 pm. Sunday, June 29, with the Pride Rally beginning in Perry Square at 2 pm.Please note that more info about the Pride Picnic next Saturday, on June 28 from 1 to 6 PM at the Rotary Pavilion at Presque Isle is at http://picnic.eriegaynews.com. More info is also available by emailing info@eriegaynews.com or (814)456-9833. You can register online for both the picnic and the march/rally at http://www.eriegaynews.com/pride/register.php.
The Erie Philharmonic’s Get Your Phil At Noon Summer Music Series FREE concerts will be held July 8 and August 12 at noon in front of the Warner Theatre on State Street. The free lunch-hour ensemble concerts, designed to provide “music while you munch,” will feature a Philharmonic string quartet fully amplified and seating for the outdoor event. WQLN radio will broadcast live from the event this year.
There will be a Rust Belt Bloggers Summit on July 11-12 in Erie. People from Youngstown, Buffalo, Cleveland, Pittsburgh and other area cities will be attendance to discuss economic development issues in the region.
The 2008 City of Erie Junior Golf Program is open to boys and girls between the ages of 9 and 17. Entry fee is $7 per person. The number of entrants will determine the number of divisions. Registration will take place at J C Martin Golf Course from June 1 through July 19. Please call J C Martin Golf Course at 864-1821 with any questions. Tournament 1 is at J C Martin Golf Course, West 38th St and Shunpike Rd (next to Erie Zoo), on Wednesday, July 23 at 8 am. Tournament 2 will be held at Downing Golf Course, 1351 Troupe Rd, 899-5827, on Wednesday, July 30 at 8:30 am. Tournament 2 will be immediately followed by a picnic and an awards presentation.
The Erie Lions Club Save an Eye City vs County All-Star football game will be held July 25 at Erie Veterans Memorial Stadium, 26th and State Streets. The major purpose of the Save An Eye Game is to raise money to provide free eye care to low income children.
“Remembering Janis” will run June 20, 21, 26, 27, and 28 at Theatre 145, located at 145 West 11th St in Erie. Ticket prices are $10 Regular seating, $12 Riser seating and VIP seating at $15. For advanced tickets please visit their web site or call (814) 879-0733.
The Gannon University ShakeXperience Theater Camp will be held Monday, July 28 through Saturday, August 2. This one-week resident high school (through graduation) theater camp is taught by members of Gannon’s theater program and qualified professionals. Classes are conducted in Shakespeare, text analysis, stage movement, rehearsal and performance. Workshops are offered in stage combat, period dance, and music. Includes a public matinee performance of CYMBELINE as part of the Shakespeare SummerNights outdoor threatre festival. Cost: $99 (includes room, board, and instruction fee). For more information, contact Fr Shawn Clerkin, (814) 871-7493.
Posted by ErieBlogs at June 23, 2008 7:30 AM
Comments
I'm glad they finally have a lead in Graygo's murder. By the way I think your news item on Graygo is an Erie exclusive. I can't find any information at goerie or the other tv station websites. nice job!
Posted by: jimmy at June 23, 2008 10:15 AM
The Detroit area outlets have reported the story on Lindsay Graygo, but this is the only Erie outlet that has as of now. It's been a long time coming, but I'm glad they've found the person who may have committed this senseless crime.
Posted by: Mike at June 23, 2008 11:12 AM
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