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IN Community is a publication dedicated to representing, encouraging and promoting the West Mifflin 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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As the weather is cooling down, fall fests are heating up for West Mifflin residents. For a calendar of some of the fabulous family festivals in your area, see page 12. fall 2025
10 From Emilia-Romagna to Duquesne Family ties can remain strong, even when separated by thousands of miles and 100 years.
12 Fall Festival Fever! As autumn approaches, let the fall fun begin! Pumpkin patches, Oktoberfests, hayrides, haunted houses and more await!
20 Happy Tails Local pet shops with treats, toys and accessories for your dog or cat. Plus, pet bakeries that offer awesome pawsome gourmet cookies, cakes, biscuits and more for canines and kitties.
25 Special Real Estate Section: Home Sweet Home Buying and selling trends and tips for the suburbs of Pittsburgh.
30 The Art of Pet Pampering A guide to ultimate pet happiness.
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4 From the CEO 8 IN the Loop: What’ s News in West Mifflin 32 IN the Burgh: Fall Fun of Monster
Pumpkin Proportion
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Industry Insight 1 Legal Insight: Covelli & Piscione Law Offices, P. C.
Business Spotlight 19 Community LIFE
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