FEATURED AGENCY:

Mercer County Area Agency on Aging

OUR MISSION

To enrich the quality of life of older adults in Mercer County

and enable them to maintain their independence as long as possible.

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Mercer County Area Agency on Aging, Inc., is a 501(c)3 private, non-profit corporation. Through an agreement with the Pennsylvania Department of Aging, the Agency provides a wide range of services to support Mercer County’s older adults and their families.

The Agency has a very dedicated, experienced and compassionate staff who are invested in providing these supportive services through its Senior Centers, Care Management Unit, Adult Day Care Program and Administrative Office.

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MERCER COUNTY COURTS

A basic understanding of how the Courts work

What is a Criminal Case?



A criminal charge is a violation of the criminal law and considered an offense against the community. In a criminal case, an individual can be charged with a felony, misdemeanor or summary offense. Felony charges, such as murder and arson, carry the most severe penalties, while misdemeanors and summary offenses carry lesser penalties. If the prosecutor proves to a jury, or to the judge hearing a case without a jury, that a defendant is guilty beyond a reasonable doubt, that person stands convicted and can face penalties, including prison, fines or probation.

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Election Director Gets Award:

On August 13th, Al Schmidt, Secretary of the Commonwealth, gave out 5 Outstanding Service Awards at the 2024 Pennsylvania Election Personnel Conference in Harrisburg. These awards were given through the auspices of the National Association of Secretaries of State. The award recognized Mercer County's Election Director, Thad Hall's role in advocating for and serving his colleagues across the state. (Thad Hall is 2nd from left.)

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Election Corner Topic: Machine Testing

In late September, the County will test all of its voting equipment to ensure that the County and the process is overseen by observers from the Democratic and Republican parties. The party observers actually assist in conducting the testing of the machines used to tabulate mail ballots. After the machines are tested, each machine is sealed with a numbered, barcoded seal, and these seals will be checked by the precinct election workers on Election Day to ensure that the machine has not been opened since it was sealed at the Election Office.

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For parents of current college students attending school in other states.

If your student has already registered to vote in PA, please advise them there is no need to register again in the state they're attending school. Doing so will negate their PA voter status, and any ballot they try to cast. Some college campus groups are telling students they have to reregister, or their vote won't count.

You or they can call the County elections office with any questions- 724-662-7542.



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Mental Health Section

In an effort to try and support and supply resources to our residents, we'll continue to bring information that could help you or someone you know who is struggling and could use some help.

• Teen Grief and Loss Support Group (click on flyer to the right for more details)

• Strengthening Families Program Flyer

For parents and youth 10-14 years of age.

• Behavioral Health Crisis Line: 724-662-2227

AMERICA 250 PA

Be part of America's amazing celebration over the next 2 years. Here is a general schedule of events, and more details will come with each monthly newsletter.

As you can see, events will take place every month and they will incorporate many different aspects of life in Mercer County. All of these events will lead up to the final weekend celebration in July 2026, which will be held right here in Mercer.

Mercer County 2024 Upset Tax Sale

Where:       Penn State Extension County Office, 463 N. Perry Hwy, Mercer

When:        Tuesday, September 17th @ 10:00 am

SPECIAL NOTE:   Anyone wishing to bid on any property, must register with the Tax Claim Bureau at the Courthouse, at least 10 days in advance of the sale. The cost for registration is $25.00

Mercer County Town Hall Meeting in September

Where:       Thiel College – Lutheran Heritage Room (parking across the street by the Passavant Center is available)

When:        Monday, September 23, 2024

Time:         6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Purpose:  To ask any questions you may have of the Mercer County Commissioners in an open forum and hear about current county projects.