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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the Hampton area and its comprising municipalities by focusing on the talents and gifts of the people who live and work here. Our goal is to provide readers with the most informative and professional regional publication in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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When Allison Park’ s 9-year-old Callie Cochran couldn’ t find softball-themed apparel for girls, she didn’ t just ask why— she found a way to fix it. See story on page 10. Photo by Dominique Murray Photography. fall 2026
14 Great Autumn Escapes Five unbe-leaf-able drives from Pittsburgh to catch peak color.
18 Sweater Weather and Fall Festivals Crisp air, corn mazes and pumpkin patches— unpacking hometown traditions that make fall unforgettable.
27 Special Section: Professional Services Trusted advisors for life’ s important decisions.
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2 From the CEO 6 IN the Loop: What’ s News in Hampton 8 INsider’ s Weekend Getaway: Ligonier 10 IN Person: Callie Cochran 12 IN Events: Hampton Township
Community Day 32 IN the Burgh: 8 Great Halloween Haunts
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Industry Insight 13 Funeral Home: Perman Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Business Spotlight 24 Ryan Homes
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