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Hermitage Fire Department Recognizes Retired Chief John Flynn At the August Commissioners Meeting, the Hermitage Volunteer Fire Department presented retired Chief John Flynn with a ceremonial axe in recognition of his service as Fire Chief for the City of Hermitage. John first joined the Fire Department in 1992 and was appointed Fire Chief in June 2015, serving in that capacity until his retirement on August 1, 2025. Thank you, John, for your years of dedication and leadership—congratulations on your retirement!
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Apply Now: Small Business Advantage Grants Open The Small Business Advantage Grant Program through the PA Department of Environmental Protection is now accepting applications for projects that lower energy consumption or reduce pollution. - Funding is first-come, first-served until funds run out or March 13, 2026 (whichever comes first).
- Grants cover 50–80% of project costs, up to $12,000.
- Eligible projects must save at least $500 annually and reduce energy or pollution-related expenses by 20% or more.
- Open to PA-registered, for-profit businesses with 100 or fewer employees.
Apply and find full program details here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dep/programs-and-services/grants-loans-rebates/small-business-ombudsmans-office/small-business-advantage-grant
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Become a Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) Partner PA businesses can earn a tax credit of up to 65% by supporting projects in their community through the Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP). - No preapproval from the Commonwealth is required
- Tax credits are flexible: use them, carry them forward for five years, sell, or pass through to shareholders/partners
- Offset most of your contribution costs while strengthening community partnerships and nonprofit involvement
Learn more and get started by visiting the Tails of Hope site and downloading the PDF for more information
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City of Hermitage Trick-or-Treat Hours Trick-or-Treat in the City of Hermitage on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Get your costumes ready and enjoy a safe, fun evening in the community!
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Save the Date – Hermitage Holiday Light Parade! The 27th Annual Hermitage Holiday Light Parade is back on Saturday, November 22nd at 6:00 PM! Join the fun as festive floats, marching bands, and thousands of lights illuminate East State Street. Parade Route: From Kraynak’s/Hermitage Towne Plaza → East State Street → Route 18 → ends at Indian Run Road. Float registration is online only this year and closes Friday, November 7th (or sooner if spots fill). Don’t miss the chance to be part of this beloved holiday tradition! Register your float: https://hermitagepa-services.app.transform.civicplus.com/forms/46422
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City of Hermitage Weekend Getaway to Nashville Enjoy a worry-free weekend in Music City with round-trip bus transportation and discounted downtown hotel rooms just three blocks from South Broadway. Explore Nashville your way—live music, great food, and fun await! Dates: Fri., Mar 20 – Sun., Mar 22, 2026
Bus Fare: $236 per person (Early Bird – register by Jan 7) / $250 after Jan 7
Hotel: $299 per room, per night (up to 4 guests; costs may be shared)
A booking link will be sent Feb 5 to all registered participants. If booking a shared room, email parks@hermitage.net with guest names. Register for Bus: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/cityofhermitage/activity/search/detail/512 More info: https://hermitage.net/477/Bus-Trips-Travel
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Discover America’s Cowboy Country – 8-Day Adventure Join the City of Hermitage Parks, Recreation, and Community Events for an unforgettable 8-day guided adventure through the American West, including Yellowstone, Grand Teton, Mount Rushmore, Badlands, Custer State Park, and more! Dates: September 1–8, 2026
Pricing: Double $4,249 (save $250 if booked by Mar 1), Single $5,449, Triple $4,199
Meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 dinners included
Includes: Round-trip air from Pittsburgh, hotel transfers, guided tours Activity Level: Moderate – walking 2–3 miles/day, stairs and hills on select days Register by March 1, 2026: https://groups.gocollette.com/en-US/link/1372431
More info: hermitage.net/477/Bus-Trips-Travel
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Save the Date: Winter Solstice Fire & Yule Log
Join us Sunday, December 21, from 4:30–7:30 PM at Rodney White Park for a festive evening! Enjoy live music (5–7 PM), horse-drawn wagon rides, and food & beverages as we celebrate the season with the burning of the Yule Log.
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Vendor Spotlight – Hermitage Night Market Join us for our FINAL MARKET of the SEASON! Market Hours: 5 PM – 9 PM
Live Music: Starts at 6 PM
Location: 740 N Hermitage Rd We can't wait to introduce you to some of our new and returning vendors this year. Check out our local spotlight below! Vendor Spotlight Vendor Name: Doughlicious Bakery Items for Sale: Kolachi Looking for more event info? Visit https://www.hermitage.net/384/Hermitage-Night-Market
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Hermitage Historical Society Christmas Tours – “Deck the Halls” The Hermitage Historical Society will host its annual Christmas tree tours beginning after Thanksgiving. Visitors can explore the beautiful Victorian mansion, adorned with dozens of decorated trees and festive holiday décor. This year’s theme is “Deck the Halls.” Admission is free and open to the public on the following dates: - November 29–30
- December 5–7
- December 12–14
Hours: - Fridays: 5:00–8:00 PM
- Saturdays & Sundays: 1:00–5:00 PM
Local groups or families interested in decorating a tree are encouraged to contact Brenda at 724-854-0712.
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Double Your Impact for the Shenango Valley Animal Shelter! The Shenango Valley Animal Shelter is thrilled to announce that Ken Cooper, former local resident, friend of the Shelter, and entrepreneur, has pledged to match every donation to the Shelter Building Fund from now until Thanksgiving—up to $50,000! Every dollar you donate will be doubled: a $1 donation becomes $2, $250 becomes $500, and $1,000 becomes $2,000. This is a fantastic opportunity to help the Shelter reach its $750,000 goal to complete the interior of the new building. How to Donate: If donating via Venmo or PayPal, please note that the contribution is for the building fund and include your address
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Tire & Household Appliance Recycling – Updated Guidelines & Reminders Hermitage residents can dispose of old tires, household appliances, and electronics at the City Garage, 5250 Virginia Road. Proof of residency is required. Tires: - Limit 4 per visit; no rims or dirty tires accepted
- NEW: Call Aiken Refuse at (724) 758-9400 x5 before drop-off for a confirmation code (effective Feb 1, 2025)
- No tag required for drop-off; free of charge
Household Appliances: - Appliances with digital components/circuit boards are considered e-waste and require an e-waste tag (see our Electronics Recycling Guidelines for details)
- Older appliances with mechanical controls (e.g., turn-dial microwaves) are white goods and may be dropped off at no cost
- Small appliances (blenders, mixers, toasters) may be disposed of with a $2 excess waste tag for curbside collection. Drop off at the City Garage is free.
- Appliances containing Freon must have doors disabled, Freon removed, and be properly tagged by a certified technician
- For tagged items, call Aiken Refuse to schedule pickup
Electronics Recycling (Covered Device Recycling Act): - Includes computers, monitors, peripherals, TVs, and most digital appliances
- Collection hours: 1st & 3rd Friday, 7 AM–Noon at the City Garage (call ahead: 724-342-0210)
- E-tags must be purchased before drop-off
Additional drop-off options: Best Buy, Goodwill, Staples (call for details).
More info: https://www.hermitage.net/229/Electronics-Recycling
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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 - October 14: New Castle Public Library, 207 East North Street, New Castle, PA
- November 12: City of Farrell Municipal Building, 500 Roemer Blvd, Farrell, PA (Special Wednesday Collection)
Accepted Items: Holiday Lights, Books. Thermostats, Shoes, Plastic Bags & Film, Media, VHS Tapes, Cassette Tapes, CDs and DVDs, Floppy disks Unacceptable Items: Cell Phones, Fluorescent Tubes, CFLs, Electronics, Paint, Chemicals, etc. and Batteries
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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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Weekly Yard Waste Collection Now in Progress 📢 NOTICE TO CITY OF HERMITAGE RESIDENTS
Weekly yard waste collection is now underway. Yard waste is collected as part of your regular curbside pickup each week through the second week of December. Green-lid yard waste carts or biodegradable bags may be placed at the curb on your regular collection day. There is no limit to the number of biodegradable bags a household may set out. For more information, visit: https://www.hermitage.net/235/Yard-Waste-Collection
Or contact:
Aiken Refuse – www.aikenrefuse.com – 724-758-9400
City of Hermitage – 724-981-0800
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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 visithttps://www.hermitage.net/229/Electronics-Recycling
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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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Got questions about City of Hermitage services?
The City of Hermitage chatbot, available on our website homepage, is a convenient tool for finding quick information about City services and operations. Just type in a few keywords like permits, trash collection, or recreation events to get started. Please remember: the chatbot is not live support and is not monitored 24/7. Do not use it to report emergencies—those should always be directed to the appropriate emergency services. The chatbot is designed to assist with City of Hermitage information only, so it won't have answers about other cities, private businesses, or services not provided by the City (such as water, natural gas, or local income tax processing). Trouble finding an answer to your question? Click the Contact Us button on our homepage or check out our FAQ’s page
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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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