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Pennsylvania Environmental Council strikes big with grant

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

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Article written by:  DAN DiPAOLO, Daily American Sunday Editor

11:09 p.m. EST, January 14, 2012

The Pennsylvania Environmental Council was the big winner in a series of grants announced earlier this month.
The council was awarded $280,000 out of more than $1 million given through the state Department of Conservation and [...]

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Nemacolin Woodlands Resort Plans Silver Anniversary

Wednesday, January 11th, 2012

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Yearlong Celebration Is Under Way

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort

Farmington, PA (January 10, 2012) – Nemacolin Woodlands is preparing to celebrate the resort’s 25th Anniversary in 2012.  Purchased by Joseph A. Hardy in 1987, the resort has grown from a small hunting retreat to one of only eight properties worldwide to boast both AAA Five-Diamond and Forbes Five-Star [...]

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2012 Laurel Highlands Photo Contest

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

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Pennsylvania’s Laurel Highlands
9th Annual Photo Contest

Are you going to be the next Laurel Highlands Photo Contest winner?
Enter now!
We are seeking photos to tell the story of your visit to the beautiful Laurel Highlands! The photos can range from landscapes to your family having fun at a local attraction. Winning photos will be featured in [...]

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Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Bridge to reopen in January

Friday, December 9th, 2011

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Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Bridge to reopen in January.

VICKI ROCKDaily American Staff Writer

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Two years ago the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail Bridge was closed because an inspection found major structural deficiencies.
The old bridge, built in 1970, was demolished. Now a replacement bridge is scheduled to be opened to recreational use on Jan. 6. A dedication [...]

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Ramada Ligonier Murder Mystery!

Friday, December 2nd, 2011

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Mystery’s Most Wanted Presents
An evening of comedy, mystery, & dinner in

Sleigh Bells Over Broadway

Journey to 1940’s Broadway, where the final
Curtain of this year’s Christmas show is about
Ready to drop on the sleaziest agent in town!
Saturday December 17th
Ramada Ligonier
216 W. Loyalhanna st
Doors open at 6:45PM
Call 724-238-9545 for Reservations

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Free Admission to National Parks Veterans Day Weekend

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

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Fort Necessity NB & Friendship Hill NHS Winter Hours announced
FARMINGTON – The National Park Service announces the winter hours of operation for visitor facilities at Fort Necessity NB and Friendship Hill NHS, located in Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
Fort Necessity will be open Veterans Day November 11. Fort Necessity National Battlefield will join other sites managed by [...]

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Enter to win a relaxing overnight getaway in the country!

Monday, September 12th, 2011

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One visit to the Laurel Highlands and it’s easy to see why visitors fall in love with this mountainous region of Pennsylvania. Here you’ll find some of the most dramatic fall foliage on the East Coast, unique ways to enjoy the colorful scenery, and great places to stay.

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The SCA Trail Town Outreach Corps Pedals the Great Allegheny Passage - Part 2

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

River next to the shaded Trail – isn’t it gorgeous?

This is the 2nd part of our 3 day journey from McKeesport, PA to Cumberland, MD.

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Let the Blue Wash Over You

Tuesday, August 9th, 2011

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Take time to enjoy the beautiful blue skies and calming waters this summer in the Laurel Highlands!

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Celebrate the Heritage of the National Road with Food & Wine!

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011

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It’s time to put on your favorite casual picnic attire, grab a light sweater just in case and head for the Christian W. Klay Winery in Chalk Hill to gorge yourself on a delicious gourmet meal.

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