BeLocal Washington County

Discover Local Favorites in your hometown!

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When it comes to advice you can trust, who better to hear from than long-time community residents? With BeLocal, there’s no need to wonder where longtime residents go for fun, food, shopping, activities, and more.

Take a peek inside the latest issue for words of wisdom and smart suggestions from true locals.

Starting over in a new hometown is never simple.

But through BeLocal, you can easily explore local living at its finest. Check out the articles below to learn more about some of the best “hidden gems” the community has to offer.

Thinking of Adopting a Pet?

From the desk of Paula Pugweeny, Publishing Assistant

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Must Attend Events

Washington County is known for great community events! Please refer to each event's website for updates, as events may be subject to change.

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St. David's Episcopal Church

Places to Worship

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Explore the Outdoors!

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Washington County: A Brief History

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Meadowcroft Rockshelter and Village

Museums and Theaters

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Peters Lake Park

Welcome to Your New Home!

Fun Fact: The highest point in Washington County is Mount Wheeler (N. Franklin Twp.): 1,523 feet above sea level.

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Mingo Creek County Park

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Preschools and Childcare

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Meet Your Publisher

Linda Roman

Linda Roman

“Moving is hard! Discovering local businesses you can trust shouldn’t be!”

Meet Linda Roman, the owner and publisher of BeLocal Washington County, a vibrant print and digital magazine dedicated to connecting new residents with everything local in their new town. BeLocal Washington County serves as a trusted resource and provides recommendations from locals to help newcomers settle seamlessly into their surroundings.

A lifelong Washington County native, Linda's passion lies in showcasing the best of the local community, including exceptional local businesses. Through BeLocal Washington County, she aims to foster meaningful connections between new residents and thriving local businesses, empowering them to discover and support the gems of their new town.

Don’t miss the opportunity to introduce these new movers to your business. Contact Belocal today to learn how to qualify!

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  • I wanted to say hello, and shoot you a note to say that I love the magazine! Born and raised in 'little Washington' I know this area well, though your magazine made me smile and reminded me of growing up around here. I moved away in 2010 and came back, then away again in 2015 for about 7 years. Having returned in December of 2022, it's amazing to see what's new and how much further developed the area is... though many greats still remain!

    Brent K.

    McMurray, New Resident

  • We received our issue of BeLocal Washington County in the mail yesterday. We both went through it cover to cover finding lots of new experiences for ourselves in the coming months. Places to eat, places to visit, activities to experience. Thank you!

    Ken and Ginny R.

    McMurray, New Resident

  • We found BeLocal magazine to be the most useful guide for anyone searching for information in the surrounding area. Also when looking for a restaurant, or wineries, the referrals were valuable. It was eye-opening to see how much there is to do here, from outdoor parks, tours, golf, and shopping areas. All areas of interest are covered here from churches, golf, museums, and shopping areas. All first-class with great reviews. This is a great go-to guide for any family learning the area or a long-time resident that needs a little refresher on new opportunities in the area. Thanks for helping me get tuned into great events, contractors, and anything to do in Washington County. This is a must for anyone to learn the area.

    Will W.

    Washington, New Resident

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