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09/25/03 - Maizes of Maze
Getting lost can be fun when you're talking about intricate mazes cut into giant
fields of corn. More than just a walk in the stalks, these befuddling,
multi-acre corn mazes provide a unique way of entertaining everyone who's
willing to take the challenge.
09/18/03
- Pennsylvania's Elk Herd
Learn the history of the Pennsylvania elk herds, sign up for the lottery
for elk hunting licenses, and get tips for the best elk viewing spots.
09/12/03 - Pittsburgh Haunted
Houses 2003
From haunted houses and ghost tours, to eerie battlefields and famous
graves, Pennsylvania offers a host of spooky attractions with countless goose
bumps to go along with them. Starting with the Pittsburgh region and working our
way east to Philadelphia we highlight the state's best haunted attractions.
09/11/03 - America Remembers
Flight 93
Today, nearly two years after the attacks of September 11, 2001, the
remote field where Flight 93 went down in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, has been
reclaimed by nature. Wildflowers bloom, birds sing, grass and trees wave in the
breeze. It's tranquil - a site of peace, and of renewed hope. Exactly the way
that the Flight 93 families hope it will remain.
09/04/03 - Pennsylvania Fall
Festivals 2003
From wine tasting festivals to pumpkin picking patches, and covered
bridges to corn mazes, your fall won't be complete without frolicking at one of
these area fall festivities. We've got Pittsburgh covered, as well as the Laurel
Highlands, Allegheny National Forest, and Erie regions - so get out your
calendar and start enjoying fall today!
08/28/03
- Lewis & Clark in Pittsburgh - 200 Years
An epic adventure that changed the course of American history -- and it
all began 200 years ago in Pittsburgh. Relive the historic journey at these
community celebrations, including a re-enactment of the original launch of
Meriwether Lewis's keelboat from Pittsburgh on August 31, 1803.
08/21/03 - Camping in Western
Pennsylvania
From rustic to resort, campgrounds in Pennsylvania come in many sizes and
personalities. What they all have in common, however, is a chance to break away
from the hectic pace of everyday life.
08/14/03 - Erie-sistable!
No matter what your pleasure, Erie County has something to offer for kids
of all ages - sandy beaches, indoor waterparks, scenic wine country, fun
shopping, and much, much more! Discover why Erie is Erie-sistible!
08/07/03 - Who's To
Blame? Pittsburgh's Budget Crisis
The City of Pittsburgh's current budget crisis has been a long time
coming. But with no one seemingly willing to make or support necessary tough
decisions is the city doomed to continue in its downward spiral?
07/31/03 - War on Whiskey
In August 1794, President George Washington called for the mobilization
of 13,000 militia men against a group of insurgent western Pennsylvania farmers,
an event that came to be known as the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794.
07/24/03 - Pittsburgh, City
of Bridges
Who says bridges are boring? Have you ever heard the story of the
University of Pittsburgh student who drove her car off the unfinished end of the
Duquesne Bridge? Or how steamboats and sparrows nests combined to burn down the
original Sixth Street Bridge?
07/17/03
- Neighborhood Profile - Shadyside
Located in the heart of Pittsburgh's East End, Shadyside is a residential
Pittsburgh neighborhood with a village-like feel.
07/10/03
- Neighborhood Profile - Point Breeze
This attractive neighborhood, with gracious homes set back along wide streets,
is also home to a quaint business district, the Henry Clay Frick mansion, the
Frick Museum, and Frick Park.
06/19/03
- Neighborhood Profile - Squirrel Hill
One of Pittsburgh's more popular neighborhoods, Squirrel Hill offers a variety
of ethnic restaurants, delis, bakeries, old fashioned grocery stores (which
still deliver), and landmark taverns, as well as chic new eateries, trendy
boutiques, movie theaters, and upscale shops.
06/05/03 - Pittsburgh Basics
& Travel Tips
From sales-tax free clothing to headlights in construction zones, we've
got the basics covered to help you plan your next visit to Pittsburgh.
05/22/03 - Sizzling Summer
Festivals
From this weekend's Polka and Folk Festivals, to the immensely popular
Three Rivers Art Festival and South Side Summer Street Spectacular, Pittsburgh
will be sizzling this summer.
05/15/03 -
Dinomite Days
Move over cows and mooses - dinosaurs have come to Pittsburgh! Dinomite
Days, a city-wide exhibit of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, brings 100
decorated dinosaurs to Pittsburgh to transform city streets, office buildings,
parks, and gardens.
05/12/03
- Pittsburgh Swimsuit Model Wins Survivor Amazon
05/01/03
- Pittsburgh Summer Camp Guide 2003
04/23/03
- Pittsburgh Job Search Guide
04/16/03
- Famous Pittsburghers - Rob Marshall
03/27/03 - Maple Syrup & Sugaring in Pennsylvania
03/05/03 - Celebrate Pennsylvania Heritage Week
03/04/03
- Neighborhood Profile - Oakland
02/28/03 - Cure the Winter Blues at Splash
Lagoon
02/27/03 - It's a Sad Day in the Neighborhood
02/14/03
- Neighborhood Profile - Allegheny West
02/09/03
- Neighborhood Profile - Downtown Pittsburgh
01/30/03 - Whet Your Cultural Appetite
in Pittsburgh
01/22/03 - Groundhog Day 2003
01/15/03 - Jenna Morasca, A
Pittsburgh Survivor
01/08/03
- Outdoor Fun, Indoor Comfort
01/03/03 - Antiquing in Pittsburgh & Western
Pennsylvania
01/01/03 - Pittsburgh Steelers - A Look Back at
2002
In a surprising turn of events, Pittsburgh native Jenna Morasca took
Survivor Amazon by storm, winning the final two immunity challenges and
garnering 6 of the jury's 7 votes to win the grand prize on the popular CBS
reality show.
A guide to summer camps and programs in the Pittsburgh and Southwestern
Pennsylvania area including links to summer camps, how to select the perfect
camp, tips for preparing for and surviving camp and more
Whether you're facing a recent layoff, looking for a new challenge, or just need
a change of pace, our Job Search guide will help point you in the direction of a
new career in the Pittsburgh region.
One of Hollywood's hottest directors, Pittsburgh native and Carnegie Mellon
graduate Rob Marshall has many more successes to his credit than the hit movie
"Chicago."
Each spring, maple producers, also called "sugarmakers," head to
Pennsylvania's woods for the start of maple syrup season. We follow the process
as they turn sap into maple syrup, plus provide tips on how you can do it
yourself in your own back yard!
Commemorate William Penn's charter and celebrate the rich history of
Pennsylvania during Heritage Week, March 7-17, with special events held across
the state. Charter Day, March 9, brings free museum admission at locations along
Pennsylvania's Trail of History.
Only Center City, Philadelphia and Downtown Pittsburgh can claim more commerce and activity than
the thriving commercial and residential neighborhood that is Oakland.
Located just 90 miles north of Pittsburgh, Erie's new Splash Lagoon Indoor Water
Park Resort turns a dreary winter day into a warm tropical paradise.
Remembering Fred Rogers,
TV neighbor to millions of children, who died this morning at the age of 74.
At the turn of the century, the homes in Allegheny West were the estates of some of Pittsburgh's most prestigious families.
Anyone who calls themselves a Pittsburgher either works or plays Downtown. But to more than 3,000 Pittsburgh neighbors, Downtown is also home.
When "American Style" magazine ranked Pittsburgh as the 4th best arts
destination in the country in 2002 a lot of people were surprised. What could
the rough, rugged steel town of Pittsburgh possibly have to offer to
connoisseurs of world-class music, opera, dance, theater, and visual art?
Get ready for Groundhog Day with this collection of fun facts, photos,
links, crafts, and even a list of imposter groundhogs!
Survivor Amazon premieres on February 13, and one of our hometown girls is
among the castaways. Come meet Jenna Morasca and get a sneak peek at her
strategies for survival.
UPMC SportsWorks, adjacent to the Pittsburgh Carnegie Science Center, is the
largest sports and exhibition complex in the world. Loads of outdoor fun in an
indoor setting!
Pennsylvania antiques guide highlights
must see antique shops, malls and fairs across western Pennsylvania.
We take a look back at the Pittsburgh Steelers of
2002, including highlights, milestones, and statistics.