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There is often little time between the autumn garden and the winter landscape.

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Lifestyles, Local News

November 14, 2025

Protecting pets, plants and pathways this winter

By REBECCA NORTON RYAN Penn State Extension Master Gardener

As residents of northwestern Pennsylvania, we all know there is often little time between the autumn...

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