AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoFall Foliage: The Laurel Highlands placed sixth nationally for fall colors, its seventh straight year in the top 10. Peak color is expected around mid-October, with trails, biking routes and festivals offering ways to take in the scenery. Tourism Economy: Washington County reported $804.5 million in visitor spending in 2025, up more than 5% from the year before. Statewide, tourism contributed more than $87 billion to Pennsylvania’s economy and supported over 521,000 jobs. Rail Travel: A second daily Amtrak Pennsylvanian train between Pittsburgh and New York is set to begin Nov. 18, giving travelers another option for cross-state trips. Outdoor Heritage: Pine Creek Rail Trail was named Pennsylvania’s 2026 Trail of the Year, while Cook Forest marks 100 years since efforts began to protect its old-growth trees.
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