Community
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Penn Highlands State College Hospital Nears Opening
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A new $90 million hospital and medical office building offering a range of outpatient and inpatient services is almost ready to open its doors in Patton Township. Penn Highlands State College is tentatively scheduled to open on Monday, June 17, at 239 Colonnade Boulevard (behind Cracker Barrel and Sheetz) after two years of construction. A…
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Explorers Day: Your Passport to Centre County History
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This story originally appeared in the Centre County Gazette. Gear up to learn about and explore Centre County’s historical and cultural sites at the 2024 Explorer’s Day. Explorers Day will be from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 9. The Centre County Historical Society is hosting the event for visitors of all ages, rain…
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Good Deals and Good Deeds: Thrifting Across Centre County
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From vintage furniture and collectibles to second-hand clothing and unique items, Centre County boasts a wealth of thrift stores brimming with hidden gems awaiting a new home. Treasure hunters and bargain seekers alike can find their next big discovery at these local thrift stores.
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Penn State Federal Credit Union Gives $15,000 to Help YMCA of Centre County Fight Hunger
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The YMCA of Centre County has received a $15,000 donation to support one of its key anti-hunger programs. Penn State Federal Credit Union donated the funds to the YMCA’s Backpack Program, which serves children and families struggling with food insecurity in eight Central Pennsylvania school districts. The donation marks the credit union’s continued support for the…
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Special Olympics Pennsylvania Summer Games Return for 54th Year
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After air quality concerns forced their cancelation last year, Special Olympics Pennsylvania (SOPA) will celebrate its 54th Summer Games Thursday through Saturday at Penn State’s University Park campus. Opening ceremonies will take place starting at 7:15 p.m. Thursday at Medlar Field at Lubrano Park. The ceremonies will include a celebration with State College Spikes, dance…
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Potter Township Turns 250 with Community Celebration
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Paid family leave draws bipartisan support as good for the economy, but some oppose cost, lost control
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Happy Valley Improv to Kick Off Full Summer Schedule
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Happy Valley Improv will kick off a busy summer of performances this weekend with a full slate of events coinciding with State College Pride. The company will host 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. shows every Friday throughout the summer at the Blue Brick Theatre, 209 W. Calder Way in State College. Shows will include company…
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State High Senior Receives 2024 ‘Osaze’s Heart’ Scholarship
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A State College Area High School senior is the third annual recipient of a scholarship created in memory of Osaze Osagie. Justin Castro-Dixon received the 2024 Osaze’s Heart Community Service Scholarship, according to a news release. The scholarship is awarded by an endowment committee to racially underrepresented high school students at State High who serve the…
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Lemont Strawberry Festival Returns for 42nd Year
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The Lemont Strawberry Festival will return for its 42nd year on Saturday, June 8, at the Lemont Village Green.
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Arts Festival Unveils 2024 Collectible Poster
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A decades-long Centre County tradition continued on Monday as the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts unveiled its annual collectible poster. The free, 24-inch by 36-inch poster features vibrant colors with the iconic festival jester at its center. “We love this poster so much, we are planning some new exciting merchandise featuring this design at…