McKeesport Model Railroad Club wraps up holiday open house

Sunday marked the final day of this year’s McKeesport Model Railroad Club’s holiday open house display. The club has 40 members and has been in McKeesport for 75 years. The event is held at 2209 Walnut St. in McKeesport. Above, Deane Mellander of Silver Spring, Md., looks over a display. At right is John Brand of North Versailles.

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