FROM THE PUBLISHER
Welcome to the February / March issue of IN Peters Township .
Although there ’ s still snow on the ground , it ’ s not too early to start thinking about spring and a fresh start to the new year .
Peters Township High School produces top-notch grads , and there ’ s no shortage of success stories . Be sure to read “ A Class Act ” on page 36 about PTHS alum Stephanie D ’ Abruzzo , a puppeteer who has performed nearly 450 puppet and animated characters for film and television .
Also check out “ The Main Stage ” on page 42 . While the PTHS Thespian Troupe 185 has been attending the state conference for many years , this was the first time the troupe was chosen to perform a mainstage production — opening the conference with their performance of “ Daddy ’ s Girl .”
Over the next few months , as the flowers bloom and the trees bud , spring is prime time to begin your home improvement projects . Check out our home improvement section for the hottest technologies and trends for smart home design , bathroom and kitchen makeovers , interior decorating , home office space , outdoor patios and decks , and more !
Here ’ s to new beginnings !
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