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Archive for April, 2009

A Trillium Spa Experience

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Trillium Spa Grand Opening Day

An insider experience at the new Seven Springs Trillium Spa. Enjoy unique spa services in a serene and relaxed atmosphere.

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Safari in the Laurel Highlands

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009

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Idlewild & SoakZone, voted the #2 Best Kid’s Park in the World by Amusement Today, is spicing up Jumpin’ Jungle! Take a sneak peak at “Safari Hut”.

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“Think Poconos, on the Other Side of Pennsylvania”

Monday, April 27th, 2009

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The New York Times celebrates the natural beauty, outdoor activities and prime vacation homes in the Laurel Highlands. City dwellers are flocking to the region to getaway in Pennsylvania’s tallest mountains and miles of stunning scenery.

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Wonderful WOOFlands

Friday, April 24th, 2009

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Aromatherapy, soothing music, massaging baths, nail treatments and luxury overnight accommodations… for your pets! Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington has created the ultimate pampering experience for your dogs and cats, Nemacolin Wooflands Pet Resort & Spa.

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Boston Boasts Wright

Thursday, April 23rd, 2009

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Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater, Ohiopyle State Park, and Fort Necessity are just a few of the properties getting attention from the Boston Globe’s Anthony Flint. The mountains of the Laurel Highlands have visitors exploring the outdoors, unique museums, zoos and all kinds of unexpected attractions.

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New Deal Controversy Erupts through Somerset Mural

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009

Alexander J. Kostellow’s vibrant Spring Planting (1941)

Explore national expression through the work of young artists during the Great Depression’s social revolution. Artistic masterpieces feature hardworking, ordinary citizens celebrating local industry, agriculture and history.

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The Big Savage Tunnel

Sunday, April 19th, 2009

Riding the Great Allegheny Passage!

What a great day on the Great Allegheny Passage bike trail. We pedaled hard to the Big Savage Tunnel and found it a cool respite from the hot sun.

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Let’s Get Fishin’

Friday, April 17th, 2009

Fishing in the Laurel Highlands

Spring welcomes fishing season in the Laurel Highlands. Check out some of the latest catches in the region and share your own big fish stories.

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Giants are Popping Up along the Lincoln Highway!

Thursday, April 16th, 2009

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2009 is a big year for the Lincoln Highway, and the Highway’s namesake, Abraham Lincoln, whose image lines the route. Check out what else you will find along this historic route.

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Farms Welcome Savory Spring Vegetables and Culinary Herbs

Tuesday, April 14th, 2009

Somerset County Farm

Farmers from around the region will soon welcome fresh varieties of spring vegetables and culinary herbs. Vegetable delights will be harvested come summer in time for you to see at farmers’ markets and roadside stands around the region.

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