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Congratulations to Officer Zachry Barrett! At the Hermitage Commissioners Meeting on Wednesday, February 26th, Officer Zachry Barrett was honored as Officer of the Year! Now in his 7th year on the force, Officer Barrett has earned this recognition for the third time—an impressive achievement! As the youngest officer on the force, his dedication and exceptional performance continue to make a positive impact. This award is especially meaningful as nominations and voting come directly from fellow Hermitage police officers. Join us in congratulating Officer Barrett—our community is lucky to have you!
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Maximize Your Rebate: Apply Now for Pennsylvania's Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program The Pennsylvania Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program is now accepting applications from eligible homeowners and renters for rebates on 2024 property taxes. Qualified applicants include those 65 and older, widows/widowers 50 and older, and permanently disabled individuals 18 and older, with a household income of $46,520 or less (excluding half of Social Security benefits). The application deadline is June 30, 2025, though it is often extended. Applications can be submitted online at https://www.pa.gov/agencies/revenue/incentives-credits-and-programs/ptrr.html or obtained at local offices, including those of Treasurer Bernie Harry, Representative Parke Wentling, and Senator Michele Brooks.
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Water Main Replacement on Clarksville Rd & Hofius Ln Aqua PA began replacing water mains on Clarksville Road (from Donna Drive to Hofius Lane) and most of Hofius Lane on March 13, 2025. Wilson Excavating is the contractor for the project, which is expected to take approximately three months. Traffic Impact: One lane will remain open most of the time, but delays are expected. Please use alternative routes if possible. Local traffic, emergency vehicles, school transportation, and waste disposal vehicles will have access. Work Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with both lanes reopening at the end of each workday. For questions, contact Project Manager Dan Conley at 724-981-1200 (Ext. 50715).
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Earth Day Festival: Eco-Friendly Activities, Entertainment, & More! Join us for a day of eco-friendly fun at the Earth Day Festival on April 26th from Noon to 5 PM at LindenPointe! 🌍 Enjoy live music, workshops, eco-friendly food vendors, a marketplace with sustainable goods, and FREE shuttle service to the Food to Waste Energy Plant for tours. Let’s make a positive impact on the planet together – for more details, visit www.hermitage.net/467/Earth-Day-Festival!
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Herb Growing Workshop at Earth Day Festival – April 26, 2025
Location: LindenPointe Business Park – Training & Workforce Development Center, Room 113
$30 Registration Fee (Limited spots available!) Workshop Sessions:
Session 1: 12:00 – 1:30 PM
Session 2: 2:00 – 3:30 PM What’s Included?
Soil, seedlings & workshop handouts
Expert instruction from Penn State Master Gardeners
A Vego Self-Watering Herb Planter to take home! Register here:
https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/cityofhermitage/home Learn more about the Earth Day Festival:
www.hermitage.net/467/Earth-Day-Festival
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Be a Part of Our Top Events This Summer! •Night Market Dates: July 10, August 14, September 11, October 2 •Arts Fest Dates: July 26 & 27 Have questions? Reach out to us at events@hermitage.net. Don’t miss out—apply now! |
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Spring Events at the Hermitage Historical Society The Hermitage Historical Society invites the community to its monthly guest speaker series at the Stewart House, featuring topics ranging from local government to gardening and history. Spring speakers include Ann Coleman (March 18), Tom Kavanaugh (April 15), and Connie White (May 13). The annual flea market will be held on May 3, with vendor setup available for $10. Follow the society on Facebook and Instagram (@hermitage_historical_society) for updates.
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Vote for the 2025 Under 40 Distinguished Impact Awards The Mercer County Homegrown Initiative’s Future Leaders are recognizing outstanding young professionals in the community with the 2025 Under 40 Distinguished Impact Awards. This event honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional values and commitment in both their personal and professional lives. Voting is open now and will close on April 21st. Cast your vote and submit nominations online at www.homegrownmc.com. The awards ceremony will take place on May 29, 2025, at Grove City College. Don’t miss this opportunity to support and celebrate the next generation of leaders in Mercer County!
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Wild Ideas: A Kidpreneur Adventure - Entrepreneurial Workshop for 3rd-5th Graders A grant from Remake Learning Days is supporting an entrepreneurial event in collaboration with the eAcademy Program and the release of Ranger Rowan’s Guide to Yellowstone National Park. Held on Friday, May 9, from 4-6 PM in the eAcademy Classroom, the event invites 3rd-5th graders to explore entrepreneurship through creativity and storytelling with local author Katie Parr. Free to attend, the workshop includes a book reading, interactive discussions, and an activity led by eAcademy seniors, with each student taking home a copy of the featured book Register here: https://remakelearningdays.org/event/northwesternpa/wild-ideas-a-kidpreneur-adventure
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UPMC Horizon - Farrell Campus Showcases New $10 Million Linear Accelerator at Hillman Cancer Care Center Open House On February 28th, UPMC Horizon - Farrell Campus held an Open House at their Hillman Cancer Care Center to showcase their new Linear Accelerator used for radiation treatments. David Patton, UPMC Horizon/Jameson President and Dr. Uzoma Iheagwara, Medical Director, Radiation Oncology spoke while UPMC staff demonstrated the equipment. The Linear Accelerator can rotate 360 degrees and precisely pinpoint radiation treatments while providing staff state-of-the-art imaging. Overall, the project represents a $10 million investment by UPMC in patient care.
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Paper Shredding Event at Earth Day Festival – April 26th
Join us for a free Paper Shredding Event from noon to 4 PM at the Thrive Parking Lot, LindenPointe Business Campus, during the City of Hermitage’s Earth Day Festival! Open to all Mercer County residents, this event allows you to securely shred up to 5 banker boxes of documents. Please remove all binder clips and metal bindings before shredding. Shredding services are provided by the Keystone Blind Association and sponsored by the Mercer County Commissioners. For more details, visit: www.hermitage.net/467/Earth-Day-Festival
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2025 PRC Traveling Glass Recycling Bin Dates Announced! The PRC Traveling Glass Recycling Bin will be in Hermitage from April 26th - May 1st, 2025 and September 27th - October 2nd, 2025, available daily from 7 a.m. to sundown. Drop off your glass for recycling at Hermitage VFD Station #3, 541 Mercer Avenue, across from Morefield Cemetery. For the full schedule of locations and more information on the program, visit:
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Tire Recycling Program – Important Update! The City of Hermitage offers year-round tire recycling for current Hermitage residential curbside customers at the City Garage (5250 Virginia Road). Monday – Friday | 8 AM – 3 PM
Free for residents (Proof of residency required)
-Limit on the number of tires per visit
-No tires with rims or dirt in casings New Procedure Starting February 1, 2025 Before dropping off tires, residents must contact Aiken Refuse at (724) 758-9400 x5 to receive a confirmation code for drop-off. For more information, please get in touch with us with any questions.
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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 $20 tag per electronic item For more information on the City's recycling, yard waste and garbage collection services, please visit https://www.hermitage.net/224/Recycling-Solid-Waste
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Need Information on Garbage Services? For all your questions about garbage services, including pickup schedules, holiday adjustments, and contact info, visit the following links: Find all the details you need and stay informed about your waste collection services!
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Explore City Resources with SeeClickFix: Easy Reporting & More The See Click Fix platform offers access to the following city resources: - Initiate requests or express concerns effortlessly through the accessible "Start Request" button.
- Include multiple photos when submitting a request.
- Access our website, social media platforms, and online form submission.
- Download in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Search 'See.Click.Fix' and add Hermitage, PA as your hometown.
Too many apps? Utilize our desktop site to file a request at https://www.hermitage.net/421/Report-a-Concern
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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
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