Here is a look back at the Observer-Reporter’s top 10 news stories of 2025. 1. Local retail in store for sweeping changes The face of retail changed dramatically in Washington County in 2025, with two malls beginning the process of a massive redevelopment. In South Strabane Township, ...

While Washington Crown Center is in the midst of transforming into Franklin Crossroads Park, some tenants are preparing for a new look while others are in the process of moving out. On Thursday, David L. Chipps was packing up Chipper’s Trains & Collectibles as he readies a move to a ...

Elected officials in South Strabane Township have approved plans that will significantly alter the site of the now-defunct Washington Mall. Representatives of developer 79/70 Associates were on hand Tuesday for public hearings on conditional use applications to operate a recreational vehicle ...