Harmony’s German Christmas Market will return in November

Halfway through November, Harmony’s historic streets will resemble a “winter wonderland,” according to Laura Reid Riggin, co-chair of this year’s German Christmas Market. The event, which has been a staple of holiday season in the borough for over 2 decades, is set to take place Saturday,...

Hermitage's Only Red Lobster Shuts for Good Nov. 1 as Chain Keeps Shrinking

Red Lobster's restaurant at 3370 Shenango Valley Freeway in Hermitage, Pennsylvania, will permanently close this Sunday, Nov. 1, ending the chain's only presence in Mercer County. The closure comes as the seafood chain continues trimming its footprint following a 2024 bankruptcy filing. Red Lobster attributed the decision to what it...

A Pennsylvania Couple Turned an Old Ice Cream Shop Into a Country Cafe That Celebrated 30 Years

Before this Pennsylvania country cafe became known for homemade pies, hearty breakfasts, and generous plates of comfort food, its building housed an ice cream shop. Stan and Maggie Montana saw an opportunity to turn that little business into something much bigger. In May 2025, the couple celebrated 30 years of...

After a Pennsylvania Town Lost Its Only Grocery Store, One Family Brought It Back and Created 60 Jobs

A grocery store with sushi, a coffee shop, and a Korean restaurant at the same address sounds like a big-city thing. This one sits in a small, friendly Pennsylvania borough that once had no grocery store at all. When the old store closed, residents suddenly faced longer drives just to...

Mushrooms Take Over the Menu at This Unusual Pennsylvania Restaurant

A pizza shop that also serves wok stir fry sounds unusual enough. Now add locally grown mushrooms to the whole menu, and things get even more interesting. This little spot in rural Pennsylvania pairs Neapolitan-style pizza with crispy chicken and noodle bowls. The mushrooms show up in appetizers, soup, and pies with names that hint at foraging.

Youngstown deli brings back Big Reuben Challenge, celebrates National Sandwich Day

Kravitz Deli in Youngstown is once again bringing back the Big Reuben Challenge and is set to celebrate National Sandwich Day. Honoring its more than 80-year-old heritage, Kravitz Deli is joining sandwich aficionados nationwide to celebrate National Sandwich Day on Tuesday, Nov. 3. The festive event will feature 6-ounce “piled-high”...

Lunch Break Live: DeAnna Poole live at Purrista Cat Cafe

It’s time to talk lunch! This week, reporter DeAnna Poole stopped by Purrista Cat Cafe to check out what they offer.

Chamber Coffee Club Heads To New Shepards Diner

The Butler County Chamber of Commerce is once again offering the chance for local community members to get together tomorrow. The Chamber’s Friday Morning Coffee Club will be held Friday beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Shepards Diner in Lyndora. Thanks to Business Matters, participants will have the chance to...

Butler City Farmer’s Market Hosting Customer Appreciation Event

The Butler City Farmers Market is winding down. With just a couple of more weeks left for the market, they are hosting a customer appreciation event Saturday. There will be door prizes available, along with a trick or treat event for kids. First responders will also be on-hand for a touch-a-truck event.

Trails to Ales Announces Ownership Transition to Longtime Manager Michelle Anderson

FRANKLIN, Pa. (EYT) — Trails to Ales Brewery’s owners have announced plans to transfer ownership of the downtown Franklin business to longtime manager Michelle Anderson. Owners Bernie Nerlich, Jasen Fry, and Dave Ballard announced the planned transfer in a statement on the brewery’s Facebook page. “As the...

These 10 Restaurants Along Pennsylvania’s Lake Erie Shore Are Worth Planning An Entire Trip Around

A model train runs in loops above diners’ heads at one stop on this list. It sits inside a former train station, and real trains still roll past outside. That detail alone had me reaching for a map. Then I learned another spot serves French toast in flights, like a tasting menu for breakfast lovers.

Nothing Bundt Gratitude Giveaway: Melaney

The Cake of Greatness segment showcases first responders and essential workers to thank them for all the good they do for our community. This month, we delivered a cake to Melaney, a hospice nurse who was nominated by one of her patients. Do you know a firefighter, EMT, police officer or health care hero who […]

Five Ohio Covered-Bridge Towns With Small Diners Worth Building A Fall Drive Around

Ohio has more old covered bridges than most people realize, and fall is the best time to go find them. The leaves turn, the back roads get quiet, and those wooden spans look like they belong on a postcard. But a good bridge drive needs a good meal, and that...

Rock Falls Coffee and Tea: from family project to local roastery

Amanda and Tyler Doyle woke up one morning and smelled the coffee. From this, Slippery Rock’s mom-and-pop micro-roastery was born. Rock Falls Coffee and Tea opened in 2022. Amanda Doyle said their passion for quality beverages was a foundation for their business. “It started as a small family project...

Chef Robert Irvine Continues to Back Erie County

Burton restaurant featured on Fox News Channel as diners talk election

Diners at JC’s Restaurant in Burton Village recently got to share their thoughts on the upcoming midterm election with a national audience. Steve Doocy, co-host of Fox News Channel’s Fox and Friends morning show, visited JC’s on Oct. 26 for the show’s Breakfast with Friends segment. He interviewed customers throughout the morning about the Nov. 3 election, which features competitive races in Ohio for governor, a U.S. Senate seat and numerous other federal, state and local offices.

Game day deals at Riser Tavern and Grill

Red Lobster location to close next month

The Red Lobster location in Hermitage is set to close next month.

Lunch and Learn: Learn about Prep Lunch Staff

Prep Lunch staff members are here to serve and happy to do it. Although students see them every day, most students have no idea who these people are. Prep SLC staff members would like to give you some insight into who exactly is serving you your lunch. Mrs. Carrie Johannesmeyer...