My Daily Travels

The U.S. Steel's Donora Zinc Works and its American Steel & Wire plant regularly released fluoride and sulphur emissions, but then in late October of 1948, the pollutants combined with foggy weather caused a catastrophic smog. As an oppressive smog began to build up, the residents of Donora reported... Sign in to see full entry.

There are nearly 5,000 books with stories that are set in Pennsylvania that feature every county in the state. Allegheny, the county that I currently live in has over 1,200 books. For whatever reason, Obama visited Pennsylvania frequently, and his favorite book just happens to have been set in the... Sign in to see full entry.

The famous wooden cul de sac is located on the historic Roslyn Place in Shadyside. It was built in 1914 and contains 26,000 wooden blocks. The purpose of the wood was for better traction for the horses who once travelled along the street pulling buggies. Sign in to see full entry.

If you are looking for more than a hot shower and good night's sleep, you can feel as though you've stepped straight into the Cartoon Network TV screen when you check into the Cartoon Network Hotel, in Lancaster, a virtual playground for fans of the popular station. It's all about your favorite... Sign in to see full entry.

William and Lilla Baldwin established their used book and collectible business in 1934 in nearby Wilmington, DE. In 1946 they moved to "The Barn." The old milking house was converted into a residence for the Baldwin Family and the stone barn became the bookshop and for some years, a country store... Sign in to see full entry.

Getters Island, also called Hangman’s Island, is a small island on the Delaware River in Easton, Pennsylvania, just north of where the Bushkill Creek enters the river, and has a gruesome history associated with it. The island was named after the the only man ever hanged on the island, convicted... Sign in to see full entry.

The enchanting town of Jim Thorpe has been called "The Switzerland of America," often making the list of "best" places to visit in America. Nestled within the Lehigh Gorge, the historic town with its Victorian-inspired buildings, quaint streets, breathtaking views of the Pocono Mountains, and... Sign in to see full entry.

A grand view awaits atop Mount Washington, one of the most visited neighborhoods in Pittsburgh. It is a feast for the eyes and the stomach as it is home to the infamous, "Restaurant Row," a strip of elegant dining establishments that offer fine cuisine while overlooking stunning panoramic views of... Sign in to see full entry.

Pittsburgh is affectionately known as the "City of Bridges," coming in at just under 500, the city has more bridges than any other city in the world. The Bridges of Pittsburgh play an important role in the city's transportation system. Without bridges, the Pittsburgh region would be a series of... Sign in to see full entry.

From Tunkhannock to Dushore, Pennsylvania, National Geographic once called this 38-mile stretch of Highway 6 “one of America’s most scenic drives” due to breathtaking views of endless mountains with many spectacular panoramic overlooks of the Susquehanna River that offer hiking and bird watching... Sign in to see full entry.