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10 Walking on Mars
Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned walker, there’s a
trail for you in our area.
24 Get in the Zone for Gardening
The most basic factor in selecting the right plants
for Mars Area.
27 Home Improvement
Before-meets-after with home renovations that result in
bold and beautiful transformations. This spring brings
ideas of home renewal in the north, east, south and
west communities. Here’s some inspiration to get you on
your way.
36 Rooted in Tradition
Harvest Valley Farms thrives on four generations of
sustainable farming.
40 Honoring Local Veterans
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A new memorial will honor fallen and honorably
discharged veterans from surrounding boroughs.
The innovative filmmaker Jillian O’Neil is busy bringing
a TV series to Pittsburgh while championing a local lake.
Read her story on page 12. Photo by Jessie Webster.
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From the Publisher
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IN Person: Jillian O’Neil
IN the Loop: What’s News in Mars
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IN Events
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School District News
Library Events
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Business Spotlights
Industry Insights
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8 Building Confidence : The Goddard
School
15 Real Estate : Howard Hanna - Kelly
Hanna Riley
Little House Learning Center
Lutheran SeniorLife Rehab
Allgreen, Inc.
Model Cleaners
16 The Kiss of Health : My Best Smile
39 Developmental Therapy : Positive
Steps
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