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PSFCU Boosts YMCA of Centre County Anti-Hunger Program With $20K Donation
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The YMCA of Centre County received a $20,000 donation to support one of its key anti-hunger programs. Penn State Federal Credit Union recently donated the funds to the YMCA’s Backpack Program, which serves children and families struggling with food insecurity in eight Central Pennsylvania school districts. “At Penn State Federal Credit Union, community support is central…
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Outdoor Summer Concerts Return to St. Mark Lutheran Church
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St. Mark Lutheran Church’s Summer Outdoor Concert series returns with monthly performances featuring music from local and regional musicians playing under the pavilion at the congregation, 850 Snydertown Road, Howard. On Friday, June 26, singer-songwriter Mike Weyrauch returns for a second consecutive year. Weyrauch plays popular music as well as praise music and has performed…
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Retired CATA Bus Gets New Life as First Responder Training Vehicle
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A former CATA transit bus no longer carries passengers around the Centre Region, but it is continuing to serve the public in a new capacity: helping train firefighters, rescue personnel and hazardous materials responders. CATA recently donated the retired New Flyer XN40 bus and fire extinguishers to the Centre County Public Safety Training Center in…
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Centre County Crisis Intervention Team Concludes 15th Year With Graduation of Newest Trainees
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Centre County’s Crisis Intervention Team program marked the conclusion of its 15th year on Friday with a graduation ceremony for its latest class of trainees. The ceremony at the Ferguson Township Municipal Building celebrated the program’s 29th graduating class over the last decade and a half. During that time, it has trained 530 first responders…
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‘Unearth a Story’ With Centre County Library’s Summer Program
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Centre County Library & Historical Museum is getting ready to launch its annual Summer Library Pursuit, an engaging summer reading and activity program that runs from June 15 through Aug. 1. This year’s theme, “Unearth A Story,” encourages individuals and families of all ages and abilities to explore the natural world, history and their own…
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Digital Publishers Launch Pennsylvania Independent News Association to Advocate for Local News Organizations
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The coalition of two dozen local news brands across Pennsylvania, including StateCollege.com, targets public notice reform and sustainable models for independent newsrooms across the commonwealth.
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Centre PACT Teens Award Over $14,600 in Grants to Local Nonprofits Supporting Youth
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Centre Foundation’s hands-on philanthropy program for Centre County high school students awarded grants totaling $14,621 to eight local nonprofit organizations supporting youth for 2026. Throughout the school year, Centre PACT (Philanthropic Actions Created by Teens) student members identify pressing issues impacting their peers, solicit and evaluate nonprofit proposals, and ultimately award grants to programs that will…
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Frogfest Offers a Day of Exploration and Fun
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The Penns Valley Conservation Association once again will welcome the community to celebrate the wonders of the natural world at Frogfest, an annual tradition that brings together families, educators and nature enthusiasts for a free afternoon of exploration, learning and fun. The lively, hands-on outdoor festival is set for 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May…
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Cole Swindell Headlines Sold-Out Bryce Jordan Center Show to Kick Off Pa. Concert Series Celebrating America 250
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A statewide concert series celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary kicked off Saturday night with country stars and the U.S. Army’s oldest band performing in a sold-out Bryce Jordan Center at Penn State. Headliner Cole Swindell was joined by Pennsylvania native Gabby Barrett and the West Point Band for the launch of the Commonwealth Concert…