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Remembrance Day in Gettysburg

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10 weeks 5 days ago
A view of the parade (Jenna Martin Bartlett)

For the past several years, my husband and I have always found time to make our way to Gettysburg, whether it be spring or fall, the time away from our busy lives was and always will be a treat. more»

Roadtrip to Northcentral PA the Artisan Way

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16 weeks 5 days ago
Collaborative work by mother-daughter team Nancy McChesney and Rebecca Gartley, a duo found on the Route 30/40 Handmade Along the Highway trail. PA Artisan Trails

Artisan Ways: The Alleghenies and Valleys of the Susquehanna

Day 1: State College more»

First Annual Great Pumpkin Train Excursion Rolls Into Lycoming County

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17 weeks 4 days ago

The Lycoming County Visitors Bureau is presenting The Great Pumpkin Express Train Excursions. Times: Friday 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 30, 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person; children 2 years and under are free. more»

Another Gettysburg Bike Week

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29 weeks 2 days ago

Most images conjured up about Gettysburg are of a quiet small town with a Civil War battlefield site on its outskirts and this for the most part would be correct. It is, in fact, an old dignified crossroads community struggling between its burden of history and the encroaching commercial world. more»

The National Road by Motorcycle

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33 weeks 1 day ago

Sunburned, rain whipped and with really bad hair (I was sporting the Don King look) my wife Anita and I recently rode into Washington, Pennsylvania in the early evening.  We were only 20 or 30 miles short of our destination of Wheeling, West Virginia, but I promised at one point during the ride that we would go no further that day. more»

Bonner Sports and RV Announces Skyline Partnership; Becomes Dealer for Koala Brand

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32 weeks 5 days ago

Bonner Sports&RV announced a  partnership with Skyline Corporation, Elkhart, IN, to be a regional dealer for its Koala brand of travel trailers.  In addition, Bonner Sports&RV was selected by Skyline Corporation as their representative at the Pennsylvania Recreation Vehicle & Camping Association (PRVCA) show, the No. more»

Newport in the Winter

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49 weeks 4 days ago

NEWPORT, RI – Seagulls surf the bitter wind off Narragansett Bay as a lone lobster boat chugs home. In February, the blue bay in Newport, the “Sailing Capital of the World,” is empty and few people remain in the small coastal town. more»

Is There More Than Just Gas in Pennsylvania?

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1 year 5 weeks ago

Bright and early on Oct. 16, my wife and I arose to get our sons up and have breakfast. We then packed our bags, went through the house and unplugged everything. We dropped one child off at wrestling practice and the other at the sitters. After giving the sitter a key and her instructions for the day we set off on our two-day retreat. more»

Count the ways to a fabulous Florida vacation

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1 year 25 weeks ago

By now you may have seen the commerical made by visitflorida.com that attempts to address some of the effects of the oil spill on Florida beaches. The commercial says that Florida has 825 miles of beaches to choose from if sun, sand and surf are what you desire for your vacation. more»

Tennessee and North Carolina present America's eclectic history

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1 year 29 weeks ago

Possibly the greatest part of America’s history is that it culls inspiration and artifacts from all areas of the world, as well as its own land. Tennessee and North Carolina are states where this is particularly evident. However, the bits of geographical history in these states are presented in a more interactive fashion than just a simple stroll through a museum. more»

This summer, enjoy the three C’s of Michigan

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1 year 34 weeks ago

Cars: For car enthusiasts and history lovers alike, a trip to Michigan would not be complete without a stop in Dearborn. The city’s rich automotive history comes from it being the home of one of the great American car companies, Ford. Visitors can tour both the Ford River Rouge Factory and the Henry Ford Museum. more»

Sedona, Ariz.: Far from the ordinary

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1 year 37 weeks ago

SEDONA, Ariz -- Arizona is a state that is known for its blistering “dry” (low humidity) heat. With these desert-like conditions, it may seem preferable to stay indoors and have a low-impact day sitting under the air conditioner. However, Sedona, a city located a little over 100 miles from Phoenix and the Grand Canyon, is like a breath of fresh air. more»

A Trip to the Fires of Pennsylvania’s Hell

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1 year 47 weeks ago

CENTRALIA -- When most college students plan a fun Saturday activity, they hit the local mall, watch a movie or eat at a nearby restaurant. That is, if they’re not my friends and me. more»

Be cool as a moose in Bar Harbor

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2 years 4 days ago

Bar Harbor, ME—After spending years at various East Coast shores baking under the hot sun, visiting Bar Harbor is a cool and refreshing change of scenery. The town offers both natural beauty in the form of a national park and wildlife tours, but still manages to project a sense of eclectic local flair. People of all ages and all interests will find something fun to do here.   more»

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