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HAPCAP ANNOUNCES RENT AND MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

HAPCAP ANNOUNCES RENT AND MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

Hocking Athens Perry Community Action, on behalf of the Hocking, Athens and Perry County Commissioners will begin accepting applications for Emergency Housing Assistance (EHA) on May 20, 2020. Assistance can provide up to 3 months of emergency rent or mortgage assistance for eligible households .

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Ohio EMA Update May 22, 2020

Ohio EMA Update May 22, 2020

After a couple of months spent at home due to COVID-19, many Ohioans will be venturing out this Memorial Day weekend, especially now that most Ohio businesses are open. Ohio Emergency Management Agency wants to remind Ohioans to stay safe this long-weekend.

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Perry County Recycling Update

Perry County Recycling Update

Recycling bin locations as of May 18, 2020: PerCo at North Entrance, Thornport by TC Market, Shawnee Main St, Crooksville behind Shrivers Pharmacy/Hardware, Junction City behind King's, Somerset by Family Dollar.

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Perry County Municipal Court Reports May 2020

Perry County Municipal Court Reports May 2020

Criminal/traffic disposition reports. Civil credit and legal news reports. Reports are in PDF format.

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May 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!

May 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!

Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling: May 2020 Eco-tip... tips to help the Earth! Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling is pleased to begin accepting materials again since Earth Day 2020! Current locations: New Lexington at PerCo North Entrance, Thornport by TC Market, Shawnee East St at Main St.

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The Perry County Municipal Court has resumed our Community Service Program

The Perry County Municipal Court has resumed our Community Service Program

The Perry County Municipal Court has resumed our Community Service Program while practicing social distancing, under the direction of our new Community Service Officer, Dan Kinsel.

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April 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!

April 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!

Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling: April Eco-tip... tips to help the Earth! April and May are always declared as Litter Clean up Months! Sharing our Educator Newsletter with everyone to serve as our April Eco-tip! Important announcements here... and a sincere shout out to all educators and first responders everywhere! Please stay safe and well everyone!

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Perry County Courthouse to remain open during state of emergency

Perry County Courthouse to remain open during state of emergency

The Perry County Ohio Courthouse will remain open during the state of emergency caused by the Coronavirus outbreak with limited staff and public access.The Perry County Commissioners recently limited access to the courthouse to the handicap entrance on the West Brown Street side of the building. All other entrances, including the Main Street entrance, will remain closed.

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Office closures and procedural changes along with meeting and event cancellations and postponements

Office closures and procedural changes along with meeting and event cancellations and postponements

Stay tuned to this page for updates on Perry County Ohio office closures and procedural changes along with meeting and event cancellations and postponements.

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Perry County Municipal Court Reports March 2020

Perry County Municipal Court Reports March 2020

Criminal/traffic disposition reports. Civil credit and legal news reports. Reports are in PDF format.

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Fairview Assisted Living Adopt A Resident

Fairview Assisted Living Adopt A Resident

Fairview Assisted Living Letter Request. Please join us in bringing joy to the residents of Fairview Assisted Living!

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Please apply by phone for SNAP/Medicaid/TANF benefits

Please apply by phone for SNAP/Medicaid/TANF benefits

From Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services - Please apply by phone for SNAP/Medicaid/TANF benefits. There is little to no wait time. Eligibility is determined while you are on the phone. Call 1-844-640-6446

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Access OhioMeansJobs From Home

Access OhioMeansJobs From Home

Go to the OhioMeansJobs.com website for job searching, online trainings, resume creation, career profiles, and scholarship searches.

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State Justice Inspects New Direction Program

State Justice Inspects New Direction Program

Ohio Supreme Court Justice Sharon Kennedy recently sat in on an informational meeting with staff of the New Direction program which was held in the courtroom of the Honorable Judge Dean Wilson.

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MORPC YouTube Incubator Showcase: Southern Perry Incubation Center for Entrepreneurs

MORPC YouTube Incubator Showcase: Southern Perry Incubation Center for Entrepreneurs

Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) has posted a video on YouTube featuring the Southern Perry Incubation Center for Entrepreneurs (SPICE).

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Perry County Municipal Court Reports February 2020

Perry County Municipal Court Reports February 2020

Criminal/traffic disposition reports. Civil credit and legal news reports. Reports are in PDF format.

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New Direction Christmas Party 2019

New Direction Christmas Party 2019

The Honorable Judge Dean Wilson and the New Direction staff sponsored a Christmas party that was held December 20, 2019 at Fiore’s Bowling Lanes in New Lexington, Ohio. With more than 120 guests of honor at the party (including current participants and family) the event served a dual purpose for the participants, both as a reward for their success within the program and as a means to show that fun can be had without involving drugs or alcohol.

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Raising a child that is not yours?

Raising a child that is not yours?

Need help? Just ASK. Advocates Servicing Kinship caregiver program available at Perry County Ohio Job and Family Services.

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FEBRUARY 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!

FEBRUARY 2020 Eco-tip…Tips to help the Earth!

From Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling: Don’t throw batteries away! Keep batteries out of landfills! Instead…recycle and properly dispose for a better Earth!

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United Way in Perry County

United Way in Perry County

United Way provides funding for several programs in Perry County Ohio.

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Ditch The Bag - January 2020 Eco-Tip

Ditch The Bag - January 2020 Eco-Tip

Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling says: Ditch the Bag Unless it’s Shredded! No need to tie & knot bags! This slows down the sorting process at the Recycling Center! Bag it if it’s shredded paper...otherwise, Dump it in and reuse your bin (or bag) again and again!

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Parking Lot Safety

Parking Lot Safety

Many people don’t think of the potential hazards associated with parking lots. However, a well-designed parking lot isn’t only a place where vehicles are parked, it can also ensure the safety of the pedestrians.

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Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Community Kudos Winter 2019

Perry County Waste Reduction and Recycling Community Kudos Winter 2019

Waste Less - Recycle More Community KUDOS! by Perry County Ohio Waste Reduction and Recycling - New Lexington, Ohio.

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Upcoming Events
Perry County Park District Board Meeting | Monday, December 11, 2023 Dec 11, 2023 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM — Tecumseh Theater - 116 W Main St, Shawnee, OH 43782
FAL Annual Christmas Party | Friday, December 15, 2023 Dec 15, 2023 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM — Fairview Assisted Living - 5550 St Rt 37 E, New Lexington, OH 43764
Blood Drive Somerset Community Church | Tuesday, December 26, 2023 Dec 26, 2023 12:00 PM - 06:00 PM — Somerset Community Church - 139 E Main St, Somerset, OH 43783
Public Meeting for Perry County Coordinated Plan for Transportation | Thursday, December 28, 2023 Dec 28, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Perry County Opportunity Center - 5250 St Rt 37 E, New Lexington, OH 43764
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