Centre County Gazette
The Centre County Gazette is Centre County’s only weekly, independent newspaper covering the news, sports, entertainment and events throughout the area.
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Marion Twp. hits 180-day pause to review zoning
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MARION TOWNSHIP — Marion Township Supervisors on Sept. 24 adopted a “curative amendment declaration,” pausing new development applications tied to the township’s current commercial zoning while officials review whether the ordinance adequately provides for highway commercial uses near the new Interstate 80/163 interchange. The action, which was taken during a public meeting at the Howard…
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News Briefs
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Geisinger to host appreciation dinners for veterans STATE COLLEGE — Geisinger will host drive-through veteran appreciation dinners on Thursday, Nov. 6 at the Geisinger Healthplex State College location at 132 Abigail Lane, Port Matilda. It will serve drive-through meals from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The dinners for U.S. military veterans and a guest are…
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Huston Township man charged in apartment burglary
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HUSTON TOWNSHIP — A Huston Township man is facing multiple charges after police say he stole property from an apartment complex in Ferguson Township. Nathan James Carson, 37, has been charged with felony burglary, felony criminal trespass, misdemeanor receiving stolen property and misdemeanor theft by unlawful taking in connection with missing items from an apartment…
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State College board approves Park Forest Middle School 90% plan
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STATE COLLEGE — State College Area School Board of Directors on Monday approved the 90% design documents for the new Park Forest Middle School building project. At the 90% stage of a project, building plans are nearly complete, with only minor revisions expected before final approval and going out to bid. The board previously reviewed…
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State rail plan available for review and comment
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HARRISBURG — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that the 2025 Pennsylvania State Rail Plan opened for public comment and review on Sept. 23 until Oct. 24. A virtual public meeting will be held on Oct. 16 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. to discuss the plan. The plan focuses on “safety, passenger and freight…
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Madison Award recognizes health care profession
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Nurse Practitioner Susan Trainor and Dr. Jan Ulbrecht received the 2025 Madison Award for Civility in the Community, sponsored by Constitution Day Centre Inc. The award honors local individuals who have made longtime contributions to civility and community service, the hallmarks of American democracy. Since 2003, Trainor has devoted her career to improving the lives…
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Paving begins of crossover lanes on I-99
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The state Dept. of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that the contractor for its High-Speed Interchange project between Interstates 80 and 99 began paving crossover lanes in the media along I-99 this week. is work is part of a project to enhance traffic safety by providing a direct connection between the two Interstates, making it unnecessary to…
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CATA to continue service amidst government shutdown concerns
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STATE COLLEGE — Recent media reports have raised concerns regarding the potential shutdown of the federal government on Oct. 1 and its impact on public services. The Centre Area Transportation Authority assures the community that normal operations will continue regardless of any federal government action. While CATA receives substantial financial support from the federal government,…
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Maker Faire Happy Valley draws crowds and creativity to Bellefonte
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BELLEFONTE — Discovery Space and The Rivet hosted the inaugural Maker Faire Happy Valley recently at Axemann Brewery, drawing 800 visitors eager to explore what happens when innovation, artistry, and community come together. The event was held Sept. 21 and Sept. 22. Billed as “something different,” the event delivered on that promise with a full spectrum of experiences.…
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Motorists urged to obey pilot vehicles in work zones
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CENTRE COUNTY — The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and Pennsylvania State Police ask for the public’s help maintaining safety in highway work zones by complying with pilot vehicles, and all traffic control personnel and devices. Pilot vehicles are typically yellow PennDOT pickup trucks equipped with flashing, roof mounted caution lights and a sign mounted on the…
