Are you interested in vehicles, the history of transportation or just looking for a fun day with the family? If so, you need to stop by the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum to ride the rails of local (and worldwide) locomotive history. In the early 20th century, the streetcar (or “trolley”) was vital to…
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Nestled in the picturesque countryside of southwestern Pennsylvania, Washington County serves as a captivating backdrop for many movies and series. Boasting rolling hills, quaint towns and historic landmarks, the county has attracted filmmakers seeking unique settings for their stories. In this…
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The annual Best of the Best Awards celebrates the best businesses, organizations, people and more that the local community believe deserve to be named the best! This annual event is hosted and organized by the Observer-Reporter and warrants more than 450,000 nominations and votes each year! Check…
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“On this Veterans Day, let us remember the service of our veterans, and let us renew our national promise to fulfill our sacred obligations to our veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much so that we can live free,” said Dan Lipinski. We all know that Veterans Day is a time to…
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Are you an adrenaline junkie and love finding the scariest haunt around each Halloween season? Look no further than the annual West Alexander Scare Fair that takes place every Friday and Saturday in October at the West Alexander Agricultural Fairgrounds. Doors open at 7:00PM and close at 11:00PM…
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Corks & Kegs is Washington County's premier craft beer festival and has become an annual statement for the tri-state region. This year the event is Aug. 26-27. This two-day festival welcomes craft beer, wine and spirits enthusiasts to Hollywood Casino at the Meadows to taste and savor goodies all…
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The National Pike Steam, Gas and Horse Association was created in 1980 by five local men who donated five acres of land to begin the show. These men all came from different backgrounds but all appreciated the power of agricultural and machinery and especially how the two worked together. In 1980…
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Taking place in Washington Park at historic Lew Hays PONY Field from Aug. 11-16, the Printscape PONY League World Series welcomes 10 teams composed of 13-14-year-old players from around the globe. PONY Baseball and Softball™ began with the organization of the Pony League in Washington, PA in the…
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“There's something that feels all-American about a county fair.” The Washington County Agricultural Fair is Aug. 12-19 at the Washington County Fairgrounds. This annual event welcomes thousands of people, animals, and other homegrown and crafted goods for a week of fun, music, carnival rides…
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Looking for a fast-paced and exhilarating summer day? Stop at Hollywood Casino at the Meadows on Saturday, July 27, 2024, for the 58th Annual Delvin Miller Adios Pace for the Orchids — an event held annually since 1967 and Pennsylvania's largest harness race, which includes 16 elite harness racing…
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