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Pothole pains: Crews take to streets to begin patching

As winter turns to spring, back to winter and into spring again, it is prime time for potholes to begin forming on local roadways. The state Department of Transportation’s District 12 will spend more than $1.8 million and use about 1,900 tons of asphalt to fix potholes across Washington, ...

Beguiling blooms on display during Orchid Society annual show

The enchanting blooms of the celebrated orchid bring the notion of spring closer as the Orchid Society of Western Pennsylvania prepares for its annual show. Visitors can enjoy these spectacular hues of nature on Saturday, March 15, and Sunday, March 16, starting at 9 a.m. each day at the ...

Get gardening: Local experts offer tips for success

Whether you have a green thumb or are just plain green when it comes to growing plants, there are ways to improve your gardening skills. Margaret Sams is a master gardener with Penn State Extension in Washington County, as well as a soil scientist. She said anyone looking to create a garden ...