During the half-hour drive to the Allegheny River, Dave and I chatted about the fishing conditions. A series of thunderstorms ...

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River Rec Day ... friendly event is free and open to the public. Allegheny RiverTrail Park, entering its 14th year, has grown to include a fishing dock, fenced dog park, walking trails, playground ...

Allegheny River or other waterways in northwestern Pennsylvania, confirming the region's reputation as a world-class fishing destination. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

Allegheny River or other waterways in northwestern Pennsylvania, confirming the region's reputation as a world-class fishing destination. Here's a look at the Fish and Boat Commission-recognized ...

I sat along the bank of Little Mahoning Creek, awaiting the mid-April opening of trout season. As the 8 a.m. kickoff ...

Camping at the 1,250-acre Keystone State Park in Derry Township has been a family affair for decades for Jackie Donkin of ...

The Laurel Highlands, including Somerset County, consistently earns high marks in travel and outdoor recreation.

Bass season opens statewide in Pennsylvania next weekend at midnight on Saturday, June 14. The daily limit for bass is six fish 12 inches or larger. When bass season gets underway, all species of ...

The median home value in Oil City hovers around $70,000 – not a typo – making it one of Pennsylvania’s most affordable housing markets. For the price of a luxury car in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, you ...

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