HARRISBURG – The federal government shutdown is impacting a variety of services that farmers rely upon, including a program created to provide relief to growers hurt by tariffs.

GROVE CITY – Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner is a chance to bring together the membership and celebrate the community.

HARRISVILLE-AREA NEWS

GROVE CITY – Most of the new construction at Hillview Intermediate Center is now under roof.

GROVE CITY – Pet rescue volunteers are asking Grove City officials to reconsider a proposed ordinance that would limit the number of cats and dogs borough residents could own.

GROVE CITY – Fans of “Downton Abbey” are invited to a special tea party at Grove City Community Library.

GROVE CITY – An electronics recycling event will help the Grove City High School robotics team make it a regional tournament.

PINE TOWNSHIP – George Junior Republic has a new chief executive officer in place.

PINE TOWNSHIP – The best part of Mark Bell’s job is sharing his love of comic books, especially with kids who visit his shop to buy their first one.

A fresh perspective will be at the center of Dustin Cole’s campaign when he runs for Mercer County district attorney in 2019.

The 2019 dog licenses are available at the Harrisville borough office. The borough office is the most northern site in Butler County to buy a license for your dog(s).

PINE TOWNSHIP – Weber’s ATA Martial Arts Ac ademy is like a second family for the staff and students, and that family keeps growing.

GROVE CITY – A new distillery in Grove City will soon be opening its doors, offering a variety of spirits in a relaxed atmosphere.

GROVE CITY – Patrons of the Grove City Community Library celebrated the new year on Monday, marking 2019 at noon with a “ball drop” of balloons.

Last autumn, I stopped by the rummage sale in progress at the Vincent United Methodist Church grounds. The selection of offerings was great. Outdoors, under the pavilion there was a nice enameled-like kettle, minus a lid or handle. But, the garden design that included the artist’s name, Marj…

HARRISVILLE – Barkeyville Church of God in Harrisville now serves as a clothing collection site.

A dance party, hiking, and a dip in the lake are just a few ways to ring in the new year in the Mercer County area.

GROVE CITY – Grove City’s Guthrie Theatre will re-open in 2019 under new ownership.

MERCER — When David McLaren initially heard about Mercer County’s plans to eliminate four voting precincts, he had deep concerns.

GROVE CITY – BeLoved Mercy Ministries has dedicated its first transitional home, which will help local families in need of temporary housing.

GROVE CITY – D’Licious Bouquets is celebrating its fifth holiday season in Grove City, and owner Heather Blanchard is excited to continue making people smile with her edible creations.

GROVE CITY – Women and children staying at the Brandi Montgomery House can find comfort in a good book thanks to a donation from the Grove City Community Library.

The Broad Street Grille is hosting a contest to add some new artwork to the restaurant.

A new building with modern features and services awaits customers of the Grove City McDonald’s.

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP – Cannon’s Chophouse plans to open its newest restaurant this summer in Springfield Township.

GROVE CITY – Grove City’s newest council members are not able to vote on borough issues, but they’re hoping to bring some fresh ideas to the table.

SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP – Fans of KingView Mead can tentatively mark their calendars for the summer, when the business expects to open in Springfield Township.

PULASKI – Breakfast in Bethlehem at New Bedford Presbyterian Church in Pulaski consisted of children making cinnamon rolls, and Mackenzie McCalthy had fun creating and eating hers.

GROVE CITY – Grove City officials are considering an ordinance that would limit the number of cats and dogs that can be housed at individual properties in the borough.

GROVE CITY – While Laurie Sloan was battling melanoma, she put her future in God’s hands, coming to terms with whatever came her way.

GROVE CITY – A Grove City woman who is preparing to celebrate her 100th birthday says the key to a happy life is to be grateful for “all kinds of things.”

MERCER — To prepare for the Christmas concert series at the Mercer County Courthouse, participating schools had to get into the holiday spirit a bit earlier than most this year.