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3 Routes for Beautiful Fall Drives

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

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With a few patches of red and orange starting to emerge on the mountainsides, it is a great time to plan a road trip through the Laurel Highlands. Here are some suggested routes to get some serious eye candy this fall.

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10 FREE Places to Visit Before Summer is Over!

Monday, August 17th, 2009

Great Allegheny Passage

Summer will be over before you know it! Don’t miss your chance to experience these fun activities in the Laurel Highlands for free.

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Transcontinental Motor Convoy Rolls into Westmoreland County

Thursday, June 4th, 2009

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Celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the 1919 US Army’s Transcontinental Motor Convoy in Greensburg on June 14. This is a great chance to check out up to 100 historic military vehicles as they retrace the original Lincoln Highway route from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

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New York Seeks Ohiopyle

Friday, May 29th, 2009

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The New York Post has featured Ohiopyle as 1 of 100 recommended destinations near New York City. White water rafting, biking, cool events and great lodging make Ohiopyle a delightful getaway from the city.

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National Road Festival unites Southwest Pennsylvania

Friday, May 15th, 2009

Horse-Drawn Wagon Trains

The 36th annual National Road Festival, May 15-17, celebrates our nation’s history and commemorates the travels of pioneers and adventurers across the Alleghenies. Share the history and the fun by enjoying a sampling of activities held by National Road communities.

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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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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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