MCCFCU Celebrates New Headquarters with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

On May 29th, the Mercer County Community Federal Credit Union (MCCFCU) celebrated the opening of its new headquarters at 559 N. Hermitage Road, Hermitage, PA, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. CEO Sandi Carangi and Board President Ed Zipay welcomed attendees and posed with members of P W Campbell Contracting, who completed the project. MCCFCU serves members in several counties in PA and OH, offering a variety of deposit and loan products with membership starting at a $5.00 savings account deposit. The new headquarters includes a training room available for community meetings, reflecting MCCFCU’s commitment to advancing financial literacy.

As part of the grand opening of its new headquarters, MCCFCU held a drawing to award five $500 Visa gift cards to lucky winners.  In addition, another $500 will be awarded to each winner’s charitable organization of choice.

City Awards New Curbside Collection Contract to Aiken Refuse

The City recently received bids for a new five-year curbside collection contract, effective from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2029. The low bid was received from Aiken Refuse, Ellwood City, PA. All program operations – solid waste, recycling, and yard waste, tags for excess and special waste, two bulk trash days per year - will remain the same, including the same collection schedule. Residents will be receiving information from both the city and Aiken with more details prior to August 1. 

BLAM Wins Top Prize at eAcademy Demo Day with Innovative Mental Health Solution

At the eAcademy Demo Day on May 19th at HopeCAT, seven teams competed, pitching business ideas with prototypes to win a share of $5,000. BLAM, focusing on mental health, won first place and received a $2,650 investment for their flavored aglets designed to aid those with ADHD and anxiety by providing a hands-free chewing solution. Over the summer, BLAM plans to develop their business further at the eCenter at LindenPointe with guidance from their teacher Katie Parr and support from Shenango LaunchBox in downtown Sharon

Join us for the 5th Annual Giving Week, PA OH Gives, hosted by the Community Foundation of Western PA & Eastern OH from June 22nd to June 28th, 2024

 Consider supporting the Friends of Stull Nature Reserve fund, contributing to:

1. Park Maintenance and Beautification
2. Environmental Education Programs
3. Conservation and Habitat Restoration
4. Sustainable Resource Management
5. Accessibility Improvements

Let's come together to make a difference in our community's future!

Donations can be made online at www.PaOhGives.org or by check mailed to: Community Foundation of Western PA & Eastern OH 7 West State Street, Suite 301 Sharon, PA 16146

Online donations are accepted via credit card between 12:00 am on June 22nd and 11:59 pm on June 28th.

All Levels Flow Yoga Series! 

Join us for an invigorating All Levels Flow Yoga Class every Tuesday at 5:30 pm

Location: Whole Life Services, 1565 E State Street, Hermitage, PA. 

Date(s): April 16th – August 13th Time: 5:30 pm every Tuesday 

Cost: • $10 per individual class

Please bring your own yoga mat, as mats will not be provided. 

Prepare to connect with your inner self and find serenity amid your busy week. https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/cityofhermitage/home

Fall Baseball League: Ages 6-14

Join our Fall Baseball League for players ages 6-14 (Next year's Little League Age)! Featuring 4 Age Divisions (8U), (9-10), (11-12), and (13-14), the league kicks off on September 8th and runs until October 22nd. Games are held on Sundays, with potential make-up games on Saturdays & Wednesdays. Registration costs $30 per player. Register online at: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/cityofhermitage/activity/search/detail/355 Registration opens June 17th and runs through August 18th. For inquiries, contact Little League President, Mike Bochert: Email: Mbochert@dalkoresources.com, Cell: 724-977-1168.

Join The Homegrown Initiative for Business & Brunch

The Homegrown Initiative is excited to announce its inaugural Business & Brunch event in collaboration with The Shenango Launchbox, taking place on August 10, 2024, from 11 AM to 1 PM. Join them for a delightful brunch and a deep dive into the world of entrepreneurship, where attendees can foster valuable connections with like-minded individuals

Gus Macker 3on3 Basketball Tournament at Buhl Park: July 26-28, 2024

The Gus Macker 3on3 Basketball Tournament will take place from Friday, July 26th to Sunday, July 28th at Buhl Park, featuring twenty courts set up in the parking lot near Buhl Park Casino. Registration opens Friday from 4-7pm, followed by exciting events such as a dunk contest and 3-point shootout. Games commence Saturday morning, with division brackets detailed in the Gusette Program and posted onsite. Spectators can enjoy amenities like Buhl Park’s pool, Snappy’s Floatin’ Boats, food trucks, and inflatables, making it a fun-filled weekend for all sports enthusiasts.

Annual Health Fair and Senior Expo Hosted by State Representative Parke Wentling

State Representative Parke Wentling is hosting his annual Health Fair and Senior Expo on Friday, July 19th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hickory VFW in Hermitage. The event offers free admission, light refreshments, door prize drawings, vaccines (pre-registration at www.walbergfamilypharmacies.com health screenings, blood pressure checks, and a secure prescription drug drop-off box. Attendees should bring their Medicare and insurance cards. For details, contact Representative Wentling’s office at 724-638-4101.

NIGHT MARKET VENDOR SPOTLIGHT

Vendor Name: Minuteman Pizza

Vendor Type: Food Truck

Items for Sale: Wood-fired pizzas, Italian sausage sandwiches, meatball hoagies, gluten free pasta

Join us for LIVE MUSIC, FOOD TRUCKS, KIDS' ACTIVITIES, YOUR FAVORITE VENDORS & MORE!

First Night Market: July 11th 

City Garage Electronics Recycling Program: Covered Devices and E-Waste Collection

Covered Devices, including monitors, peripherals, desktop and laptop computers, and televisions, can be recycled at the City Garage on Virginia Road. Collection occurs year-round on the first and third Friday, 7 a.m. to Noon, excluding shutdown days. Schedule drop-offs by calling City Garage at (724) 342-0210 and purchasing a $10 tag per electronic item

Visit https://www.hermitage.net/DocumentCenter/View/90/Mercer-Lawrence-County-Electronics-Recycling-Guide-PDF for more information on electronic recycling in Mercer County

Hard-to-Recycle Events

Monthly H2R (Hard-to-Recycle) events are held at various participating locations around Mercer and Lawrence County. These recycling events are free to residents. 

Collection days are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 9am – 1pm. 

For a list of 2024 locations, please visit our website HERE

Please note, this program is for residential households ONLY. Questions about countywide recycling programs? Please visit  HERE

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Hermitage Fire Community Connect 

The Hermitage Fire Department proudly introduces Hermitage Community Connect, a new initiative aimed at enhancing community connections and improving emergency response through a dynamic website integrated with incident response software. 

Residents and Business owners are encouraged to provide vital details in advance, ensuring emergency responders have crucial information at their fingertips for a more efficient and tailored response. Click HERE to register