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Danville resident Van Wagner has achieved something unprecedented. The agricultural science teacher, arborist, forester and folk artist recently completed a mission to climb the highest tree on the highest mountain in each of the Commonwealth’s 67 counties to bring awareness t... Read more
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Barbara Novosel started a journey to join her husband, Nickola, that would bring her to the remote forests of Pennsylvania. Here they would build a life with their 12 children, leaving an enduring legacy. Read more
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The Winery at Wilcox, nestled in the heart of the Pennsylvania Wilds in Wilcox, PA, has been crafting award-winning wines since its establishment in 1994. Family-owned and operated, this winery has grown to become one of Pennsylvania's most celebrated wine destinations, offering ... Read more
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Wapiti Ridge Wine Cellars, nestled atop a scenic ridgetop in DuBois, Pennsylvania, offers a rustic yet elegant tasting experience in the heart of the PA Wilds. Locally owned and operated by Dave and Michelle Albert of Penfield, the winery reflects their love for nature, incorpora... Read more
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Straub Brewery, located in St. Marys, Pennsylvania, is one of the oldest family-owned and operated breweries in the United States, having brewed continuously since its founding in 1872 by German immigrant Peter Straub. Now in its seventh generation of family ownership, Straub Bre... Read more
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Starr Hill Vineyard & Winery, located on 13 scenic acres in Curwensville, Pennsylvania, is a family-owned winery founded in 2005 with roots dating back to 1952 when Ken Starr began learning winemaking from his father. Inspired by European techniques and German styles during his t... Read more
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Shadow Vineyard & Winery, located in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, is the town’s first and only winery, offering a charming rural retreat for wine lovers. Established in 2008, this boutique winery is owned and operated by Douglas Mankovich and produces a variety of handcrafted wine... Read more
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Oregon Hill Winery, nestled in the scenic hills of Morris, Pennsylvania, has been producing award-winning "Pennsylvania Mountain Wines" since 1983. Founded by Eric Swendrowski at the age of 18, the winery began in a converted 1880s dairy barn and has grown into a beloved local in... Read more
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Laurel Mountain Vineyard, established in 1995, is a family-run winery situated in Falls Creek, Pennsylvania. Housed in a renovated barn dating back to 1900, the winery offers a rustic charm complemented by a scenic countryside setting between DuBois and Brockway. Specializing in ... Read more
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Four Friends Vineyard & Winery, located in the scenic hills of Montgomery, Pennsylvania, is a family-owned establishment founded in 2008 and set on 33 picturesque acres overlooking the Susquehanna River Valley. The winery offers a diverse selection of handcrafted wines, including... Read more
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Flickerwood Wine Cellars & Cocktail Lounge, located in Kane, Pennsylvania, is a family-owned winery known as “The Wine That Rocks.” Established in 2000 by the Zampogna family, the winery offers over 30 handcrafted wines ranging from sweet fruit blends to dry reds and whites. The ... Read more
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Elk Mountain Winery, located in the beautiful rolling hills of Elk County, Pennsylvania, offers a warm and welcoming wine-tasting experience just minutes from St. Marys and the Elk Country Visitor Center. This family-owned winery is known for its wide selection of handcrafted win... Read more
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Deer Creek Winery, LLC, nestled in the scenic countryside of Shippenville, Pennsylvania, is a family-owned winery established in 2009 on land that has been in the Brooks family for five generations. Specializing in fruit wines, notably their signature Deer Creek Raspberry, the wi... Read more
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Clarion River Brewing Company, located at 600 Main Street in Clarion, Pennsylvania, is a microbrewery and restaurant that blends handcrafted beers with reimagined American cuisine in a setting rich with local history. Since opening in 2015, the brewery has become a community hub,... Read more
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CJ Spirits, located along scenic Route 6 in Kane, Pennsylvania, is the region's first craft distillery, offering handcrafted spirits made from locally sourced grains and pure Allegheny Mountain spring water. Founded by lifelong friends Sam Cummings Jr. and Tom Jones, the distille... Read more
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