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May302023
Recreation Camping in Greene County, Marshmallows roasting over a fire.

Camping in Greene County

Camping Greene | Summer 2023 One of the best parts of summer is getting outdoors and…

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May222023
Events Scenic sunset photo overlooking the Carnival at the Greene County Fair

Summer Events

Greene County is filled with so much history and tradition that throughout the summer there are…

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May202023
Events Summer Music

Summer Music

Is music on your mind? How about the summer? The warm breeze hitting your face, the…

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May152023
Hunting & FishingRecreation Fishing in Greene County

Fishing Greene County

Discover fishing opportunities in Greene County along the waterways traveling through the county. From Wisecarver Reservoir…

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May72023
AntiquesShow VFW Post Freedom Car Show - photo by Mitch Kendra

Greene County Car Shows

The vivid red polished to perfection, the chrome glistening in the sun, the smell of car…

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May32023
HistoryParanormalUncategorized Full Moon

Haunted in Greene

Greene County was once a part of the frontier of European settlement in America. Multiple well-known…

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May12023
Recreation Summer Camp

Summer Camps

Spend your summer learning new things or refining your skills with camps found throughout Greene County,…

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Apr102023
Recreation Blue Eyed Mary

Wildflowers in Greene

Springtime in Greene County brings the rain, and with that rain comes the blossoming of the…

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Mar282023
HolidayShopping Perfect Arrangement - Floral Basket

Easter Activities in Greene County

Easter is coming up and there is plenty to explore with family and friends in Greene…

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Mar212023
Greene River TrailRecreation Golfing at Rohanna's Golf Course.

Spring Bucket List

Spring is the perfect time to get outdoors. The countryside is growing green again and colorful…

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Mar152023
HistoryParanormal The Legend of Stovepipe

The Legend of Stovepipe

Throughout the years, others passing Horseshoe Bend on dreary nights saw the ghostly figure of a…

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Mar122023
DiningHoliday

St. Patrick’s Day Events and Activities

Tis’ the season for green in Greene County! Grab your St. Patrick’s Day gear and hit…

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Mar62023
History Portraits of Women in Greene

Women in Greene

Take a look into our history as we feature a few of the women that had…

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Feb282023
RecreationShopping Hands knitting pink fabric.

Getting Started with Your Hobby

The possibilities for a new hobby in Greene County are endless. If you want to get…

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Feb222023
Shopping Lanterns and Home Decor at The Perfect Arrangement & Lily Bee's Gift Shop.

Unique Home Decor

Looking for some beautiful and unique home décor to spruce up your house or a friend’s?…

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Feb202023
DiningFish Fry Breaded fish and fries.

Fish Fry Fridays 2023

It’s time for Fish Fry Fridays! Savor the traditional cod sandwiches that keeps your mouth watering…

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Feb132023
Weddings Overlook at Coles Greene Acres Farm - photo by Rebecca Devono Photography

Escape and Celebrate in Greene County

Showcase your love and affection in a memory that will last forever. Southwestern Pennsylvania is perfect…

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Feb52023
HolidayPlanning Your VisitShoppingWineries Celebrate Valentine'sDay Guide to Gifts and Treats

Valentine’s Day Guide to Gifts and Treats

Still in search for something special for that special someone? Look no further! Here are some…

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Jan22023
Recreation Winter Bird Watching in Greene County

Winter Bird Watching in Greene County

What birds should you be expecting to see? Below is a guide to Greene County’s winter…

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Dec132022
HolidayShopping Last Minute Gift Ideas

Last-Minute Gift Ideas

Finding that perfect gift for those on your shopping list can be difficult with all the…

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Nov232022
HolidayShopping Gift Section at Waynesburg Milling

Unique & Personalized Gifts in Greene

As you seek out unique, personalized items for the gift-giving season, think about spending a leisurely…

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Nov232022
EventsHoliday Holidays in Greene

Holidays in Greene

Christmas lights, parades, and Santa himself seem to be everywhere in Greene County as we gear…

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Nov182022
HolidayShopping Mickeys Mens Store

Why Shop Small?

Looking ahead with the giving season mounting the horizon, it pays to think small and support…

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Nov72022
Driving TourMonuments and Memorials Visit and Honor

Take a Tour to Honor those who have Served

Take a self-guided tour of Greene County’s many monumental tributes to its soldiers. Veterans monuments and…

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Oct312022
ShoppingWineries Craft Shows in Greene

Craft Shows in Greene!

Craft shows usher in the holiday season in Greene County, Pennsylvania. These provide the perfect atmosphere…

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Oct192022
Driving TourHistory The Most Haunted County In America

Haunted Greene County

The far southwestern corner of Pennsylvania looks on the surface to be a pleasant rolling, river-cut…

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Oct32022
EventsHistory 2016 Harvest Festival - Reenactment

Celebrating Our Rural History

The Harvest Festival has long been a treasured tradition in Greene County since the museum open…

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Sep272022
AttractionsDriving TourPlanning Your Visit King Covered Bridge

Fall Bucket List

Fall brings cool, crisp air to Greene County, Pennsylvania and the colorful display of leaves changing…

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Sep162022
EventsFarm Family of four petting alpacas at Lippencott Alpacas

Alpaca Antics

For two fun-filled days, Lippencott Alpacas will open up its beautiful and spacious farm located on…

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Sep142022
Events White Covered Bridge

Celebrating Historic Covered Bridges

As the fall season begins to flourish with its vibrant foliage and splashes of autumn colors…

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Aug292022
Events 50s Fest and Car Cruise

Car Cruises & Drags

The vivid red polished to perfection, the chrome glistening in the sun, the smell of car…

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Aug192022
EventsHistory

Coal is King in Greene County

For nearly 70 years, Greene County, Pennsylvania has been home to a very special week-long celebration…

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Aug162022
Events SOAR of Greene County - Aviation Days

The Sky’s the Limit for Fun and Adventure

Greene County, Pennsylvania will be soaring with excitement August 20-21 when the annual event known as…

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Aug22022
Events Scenic sunset photo overlooking the Carnival at the Greene County Fair

Come One, Come All to the Greene County Fair!

As we look forward to the thrills, the entertainment, the delicious fair food and the many…

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Jul192022
AttractionsFarmWineries Swimmers at Greene County Water Park

Greene County Summer Bucket List

It’s not too late to enjoy several summer activities! Greene County embraces the summer season with…

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Jul162022
EventsHistory Miss Rain Day 2021 Emily Bennett with Mini Miss Rain Drop Payton Duncan. Photo by Rain Day Festival.

Anticipating Rain on July 29th

Rain Day is special not just because it has been a tradition for more than a…

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Jul122022
AttractionsEvents

Historical and Cherished Jacktown Fair

One of Greene County, Pennsylvania’s historical and cherished annual events is returning very soon, and it’s…

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Jul52022
AttractionsHistory

History in Greene

Founded in 1796, Greene County was established when Washington County was split as an act of…

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Jun282022
DiningFarmShoppingWineries Farmers Market Vendor

Waynesburg Farmers Market

The Waynesburg Farmers Market is one of the longest-running farmer’s markets in Greene County since its…

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Jun242022
EventsHoliday Fireworks in Greene County

Fireworks in Greene County

Spend a summer evening watching a spectacular show light up the sky in Greene County. Various…

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Jun212022
EventsHistory Corbly Family Monument in Garards Fort Cemetery.

Patriot, Soldier, Legislator and Minister: Reverend John Corbly

Forming over 30 Baptist churches, aiding in the Whiskey Rebellion, as well as facing one of…

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Jun62022
EventsMotocross Race Start during the High Point National

Guide to High Point in Greene

The High Point Pro Motocross is in town Father’s Day weekend, and this guide will help…

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May172022
EventsRecreation PID Day at Flashlight Drags - photo by Mitch Kendra

Street Racing without the Jail Time

The Flashlight Drags – a family-oriented auto event open to all nostalgic, custom hot rod, street…

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May102022
Driving TourHistory Mail Pouch Barn by Mitch Kendra

Scenic Views: Mail Pouch Barns

Driving through country roads and farmlands, one can get a clear view of Greene County’s historic…

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May32022
Events National Travel and Tourism Week

Greene County Is the Future of Travel

From the flowing waters of the Monongahela River to the rolling hills in western Greene County,…

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Apr262022
Greene River TrailHistoryRecreation Monongahela River

The Mon River

Prior to the glaciers, the ancestral Monongahela River flowed from present day north-central West Virginia across…

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Apr52022
Uncategorized Greene County through the Lens Photo Contest Take photos and win gift cards

Take Photos. Win Gift Cards. Photo Contest for University Students

Calling all Waynesburg University students! You are invited to participate in our first ever photo contest…

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Mar282022
AttractionsHistory Cornerstone Genealogical Society

Uncover Hidden Heritage in Greene County

Cornerstone’s headquarters located at the first Greene County Courthouse, has its own genealogy to share with…

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Mar232022
AttractionsDriving TourGreene River TrailHunting & FishingPlanning Your VisitRecreation Enjoy the outdoors in Greene county PA

Enjoy the Outdoors in Greene County

Spring fever is sweeping through the homes of those in southwestern Pennsylvania who have found themselves…

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Feb12022
EventsHoliday Celebrate Valenitines Day Things to Do in Greene County

Valentine’s Day Guide to Events and Activities

Love is in the air and Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Now is the…

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Jan192022
EventsPlanning Your Visit Plan Your Trip to Greene County, PA

Plan your 2022 Vacation Days with a Trip to Greene County, Pennsylvania

A new year means new plans to be made, new things to accomplish, and a new…

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Nov302021
EventsHoliday Holiday Activities in Greene County

Holiday Activities in Greene County

Christmas lights, parades, and Santa himself seem to be everywhere in Greene County as we gear…

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Nov232021
Shopping

Your Guide to Small Business Saturday in Greene County

The opportunity to shop small and support local businesses this Saturday comes complete with the chance…

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Nov152021
Hunting & FishingRecreation Hunting in Greene County: Your Guide to the Game Lands

Hunting in Greene County: Your Guide to the Game Lands

When the rain takes the leaves off the trees in November, it’s time to put on…

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Nov22021
EventsMonuments and Memorials Veterans Day

Greene County Salutes All Who Served

Coming up are several opportunities to honor those who have served this country and call Greene…

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Oct262021
EventsHolidayPlanning Your VisitShopping Guide to the Holidays

Guide to the Holidays

Sitting upon the cusp of the October to November transition is like walking a very thin…

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Oct192021
Weddings Escape and Celebrate

Escape and Celebrate

Elopement style weddings are on the rise and in popular demand as couples hope to celebrate…

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Oct62021
AttractionsDriving TourPlanning Your Visit Scott Covered Bridge

Kissing Bridges and Falling Leaves

Steal a kiss, take a selfie and enjoy the drive between these sturdy bits of the…

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Oct52021
AttractionsHistoryRecreation Mason Dixon Historical Park

World-Famous Boundary Line

When it comes to taking its place in American history, Greene County is unparalleled. And it’s…

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Oct32021
AttractionsEventsHistory Ghost in the Head at 2007 Harvest Festival

Fall into History and the Harvest Festival

History can be full of surprises and sometimes even a mystery or two. Maybe even a…

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Sep272021
EventsHistory 140th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry on the battlefield.

Fall Civil War Reenactments

Fall days in Greene County set the stage for Civil War reenactment as the 140th Pennsylvania…

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Sep262021
History Overview of Waynesburg University campus.

Bricks and Legends

Back then, a college education included rolling up your sleeves and helping build whatever wall the…

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Sep212021
AttractionsFarm Lippencott Alpacas

Fuzzy and Friendly Alpacas

Friendly, polite, easy to raise, and downright adorable are just some of the qualities that bring…

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Sep202021
Greene River Trail Fall Foliage - Hello October

Experience Fall Foliage Along the Greene River Trail

From green to gold, orange, red, and brown, fall hues saturate Pennsylvania forests and outline the…

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Sep142021
AttractionsDriving TourEvents Reenactors at White Covered Bridge Festival

Fall in Greene County

The cooler weather and changing of leaves brings some of our favorite traditions we look forward…

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Aug172021
AttractionsHistory Overview of Greene County Airport.

Take to the Sky

But the real story of this little county airport and others of its kind scattered across…

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Aug32021
DiningShopping Farmers Market Vendor

Farmers Market

Greene County’s love of farmers markets gives visitors another excursion during the road trip. Add picking…

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Jul272021
EventsHistory Rain Day Festival

The Beginnings of a Tradition

Waynesburg is perhaps best known for a summer-time event, their annual Rain Day celebration on July…

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Jun292021
Greene River TrailHistory Enterprise Steam Boat 1815

River Boats

One of the best known steamboat tugs and the only one still on a river is…

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Jun222021
Greene River TrailHistory Railway Along the Mon River

Railway Along the Mon River

The Pennsylvania, Monongahela & Southern Railroad was organized in 1902 under the Pennsylvania Railroad to extend…

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Jun12021
Greene River TrailHistory Overview of Rices Landing from the Greene County Historical Society archives.

Rices Landing

Along the Greene River Trail Rices Landing Settlement of Rices Landing One of the earliest overnight…

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May252021
Greene River TrailHistory W.A. Young and Sons Foundry and Machine Shop by Rivers of Steel

W.A. Young & Sons Foundry and Machine Shop

William A. Young, a descendant of two established families of Washington and Greene counties, purchased a…

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Apr272021
AttractionsHistory Flenniken Library

Magic of Flenniken

Small town libraries are like the loving literary auntie that every family depends on to make…

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Apr252021
Greene River TrailHistoryRecreation Allison No. 1 Mine & Coke Works, Coke Ovens, South of mining complex, East side of Redstone Creek, Allison, Fayette County, PA

Coke & Coke Ovens

The invention of the beehive oven was a major advance in the production of coke. Beehive…

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Apr202021
Greene River TrailRecreation Yellow-Billed Cuckoo

Birds Along the Greene River Trail

While on the Greene River Trail, take the opportunity to see a variety of wildlife -…

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Apr132021
Greene River TrailHistory Pittsburgh, Allegheny & Birmingham / drawn from nature, lithographed & published by Otto Krebs, Pittsburgh, Pa.

Pittsburgh Coal Seam

Named by H.D. Rodgers of the First Geological Survey of Pennsylvania, the first reference to the…

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Apr62021
AttractionsHistory Eva K Bowlby Public Library

Eva K Bowlby Public Library

From the outside, Eva K. Bowlby Public Library fits right in with all the other the…

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Apr52021
Greene River TrailHistory Crucible Mine

Crucible Mine

In 1911, the Crucible Coal Company began to develop Greene County’s second largest mine. Located along…

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Apr12021
Driving TourMonuments and Memorials Aleppo Township Veterans Memorial

Tour of Honor

The Tour of Honor is including the Veterans War Memorial in Aleppo Township in this year’s…

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Mar302021
Greene River TrailHistory Dilworth Coal Company - Brice Rush Collection

Dilworth Mine

“Commercial” coal mining in Greene County began in 1902 when the Dilworth Coal Company produced 36,400…

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Mar232021
Greene River TrailHistory Mining Bituminous Coal - Greene Co Historical Society Library

Early Coal Mining

Early coal mining in Greene County began with settlers using drift mining to mine the outcrops…

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Mar162021
Greene River TrailHistoryRecreation Bikers along the Greene River Trail

Along the Greene River Trail

If you have been on the Greene River Trail recently, you might have noticed something new.…

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Feb232021
DiningDriving TourShopping Stokes General Store

The Stokes General Store in Wind Ridge

Now Paul and Amy’s son and daughter-in-law, Adam and Diane Stokes, carry on Harry’s neighborliness with…

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Counting Birds for Valentine’s Day

The Valentine’s Day weekend of February 12 through the 15, gives everyone a chance to count…

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Feb82021
DiningHolidayShopping Thistlethwaite Vineyards - Love the Wine You Are With

Valentine’s Day

Celebrate love, friendship and admiration for Galentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day in Greene County, Pennsylvania. Find…

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Dec222020
Recreation Christmas Bird County 2020-21

Christmas Bird Count

When it comes to counting birds, a lot depends on the weather. But it also depends…

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Dec152020
Driving TourShopping Glorias Ceramics and Greene Gifts - Christmas Tree

Make your own presents – and enjoy the drive!

“Shop Scenic” could well become the catch phrase for Greene County when the holiday season consists…

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Dec82020
Shopping Miss Rain Day at Mickeys Mens Store

The Anchor Stores of Downtown Waynesburg

In downtown Waynesburg, the genteel storefronts of High Street never stay empty for long. New shops…

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Dec12020
AntiquesShopping Fischer Antiques

Something Old for the Holidays

What better place to find that perfect antique or collectible gift to give than in an…

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Nov172020
Shopping Waynesburg Milling

Shopping Excursion to Waynesburg’s South Side

A day trip to Waynesburg offers a chance to shop the season for unique gifts while…

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Nov32020
HistoryRecreation Indian Trail Tree by Matthew Cumberledge

The Indian Trail Tree

We have our share of Native American Sites to be sure. Burial grounds, carved and painted…

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Oct272020
AttractionsWineries Grapes on the Vine at Thistlethwaite Vineyards

Sipping Into Fall

Wine in the garden is a winning combination – from warm spring afternoons until the last…

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Oct202020
Recreation Kayaking in Greene County

When Creeks are Low – Paddle the Mon!

With the efforts of a group of intrepid volunteers, Greene County’s only canoe/kayak launch on the…

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Oct182020
Dining Kiln to Table Lunch Special

All On The Table

It’s quiet down on South Richhill Street, where the train tracks encounter South Fork Ten Mile…

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Oct112020
AttractionsEventsHistory 2016 Harvest Festival - Reenactment

The Civil War: A Harvest Festival Retrospective

Born from a fiery gospel writ from burnished rows of steel. Smoke lay heavy under the…

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Sep222020
History Museum Façade by Greene County Historical Society

The Story of an Aged Institution

Just before the start of the Civil War legislation was passed in Pennsylvania, and many other…

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Sep212020
History Mail Pouch Barn by Mitch Kendra

An American Heritage: Mail Pouch Barns

For more than a century, one advertising campaign used an unusual medium to feature the same…

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