Erie

The All-American city of Erie, Pennsylvania, is a very proud city nestled on picturesque Presque Isle Bay that warmly welcomes new residents and tourists. The historic city has very deep roots, yet has a great vibrancy due to its six colleges: Mercyhurst University; Penn State Erie, The Behrend College; Fortis Institute; Gannon University; Lake Eerie College of Osteopathic Medicine; and Great Lakes Institute of Technology. Erie has industrial roots, but now the economy is more diverse. Local employers include Erie Insurance Group, Marquette Savings Bank, Lord Corporation, and many small businesses with an innovative spirit.