Centre County Gazette

Municipal Elections 101 from Spotlight PA educates readers about the local positions on their ballots and empowers them to make informed decisions. Sign up for our free newsletters. On Nov. 4, voters in 17 Pennsylvania counties, including Philadelphia, will elect district attorneys who are in charge of prosecuting crimes and leading law enforcement efforts in their communities. As the…

BELLEFONTE — On Tuesday, October 28, the Board of Commissioners issued two proclamations underscoring Centre County’s commitment to honoring service—one recognizing Military Appreciation Month and another designating National Family Caregivers Month.  Military Appreciation Month honors the dedication and sacrifice of US Armed Forces service members. The Board emphasized the importance of recognizing all who have…

CENTRE COUNTY — The Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County in partnership with event sponsors celebrated the achievements of six local businesses and individuals at the 2025 Centre County Business Awards, presented by Stuckey Automotive. The annual ceremony took place in the Nittany Lion Inn Ballroom on Oct. 23.  The event was emceed…

STATE COLLEGE — State College Area School District Board of Directors on Monday, Oct. 27 approved a construction management contractor for the new Park Forest Middle School project. The board voted unanimously to hire Massaro Construction Management Services of Pittsburgh to oversee the proposed building project. Massaro submitted a bid of $1,881,600, the lowest of…

Centre County Commissioners at its recent meeting proclaimed Oct. 24 as United Nations Day in Centre County, celebrating the 80th anniversary of the United Nations’ establishment. The proclamation also celebrates the ongoing mission to promote peace, human rights, and sustainable global development. Pictured from left are Commissioners Amber Concepcion and Chairman Mark Higgins, Robert Lumley-Sapanski,…

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — Administrators across Pennsylvania say they’re cutting after-school programs, freezing hiring, and taking on costly loans as the state fails to make significant payments thanks…

BELLEFONTE — Food pantries see noticeable increases in clients’ needs around the holiday season. As the community’s food needs increase in the upcoming weeks, so will the needs of food pantries.  From 2024 to 2025, our local pantries served 1,926 households, assisting over 4,000 people ranging from children to senior citizens.  Many of our local…

Centre County Board of Commissioners at their recent meeting issued a proclamation making Nov. 26 through Dec. 3 as Farm City Week in Centre County. Throughout the weeklong observance, the Centre County Conservation District hosts educational programs and events that promote understanding and appreciation of agriculture, highlight innovation in farming technology, and advocate for the…

BELLEFONTE — The Undine Fire Co. No. 2 has announced plans to construct a permanent helipad on its property in Bellefonte, providing a safe and reliable landing area for Life Flight helicopters during medical emergencies. For years, emergency helicopters have used the fire company’s grounds as an informal landing site when responding to accidents and…