Community
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Come On, Barbie, Let’s Go Party with Happy Valley Hannah
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Happy Valley Hannah started out as a social media platform to share unique experiences and events in the area, but as the community grew, it gave creator Hannah Morris an opportunity to bring together people offline.
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Port Matilda: From Plank Road to the Brick Company
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When cruising down Interstate 99, it’s easy to fly past exit 61. Nestled in the Bald Eagle Valley just off the highway between Tyrone and State College lies the small town of Port Matilda. Today, the town has a bank, market, post office, elementary school and the Port Matilda Hotel and Tavern (which boasts some…
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County Nearing Start of Centre Crest Building Renovation
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After more than two years of study and planning, Centre County government is getting ready to start work on a major overhaul of the former Centre Crest building in Bellefonte. The Board of Commissioners on Tuesday voted unanimously to approve formal contracts with the four prime contractors on the project, which will convert the 86-year-old…
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Joanne Shafer Retiring After 3 Decades as Centre County Recycling Coordinator
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Joanne Shafer is retiring this week after 33 years of leading Centre County’s recycling efforts. The Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority’s recycling coordinator and deputy executive director steps down as Pennsylvania’s longest serving recycling coordinator, having been with the county program effectively since its inception. “Joanne’s been the face of recycling in Centre County…
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Let’s Face It with Emily Goes Beyond the Basics of Face Painting
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If you think you know face painting, think again. Local artist Emily Cooper’s new and growing business, Let’s Face It with Emily, is about far more than just a simple heart or a rainbow on one cheek. Cooper, with her clear talents and long-time penchant for painting, transforms face painting into a true art, creating…
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It’s Your Move: Centre County Groups Gather for Fun and Games
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Board games and card games are entertaining, fun pastimes for children, families and the young at heart. Many adults continue their family’s gaming traditions, or reconnect with them later in life. Centre County has an abundance of game-playing groups, and some are open to all ages. Group members explain why they enjoy the hobby, and…
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Online Summit to Address Housing Insecurity in Centre County
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St. Mark Lutheran Church in Howard is hosting an online summit to discuss housing insecurity and homelessness in Centre County. The Housing Summit at 6 p.m. Monday will be streamed on St. Mark’s Facebook page and on Zoom. Leaders from local organizations are helping people and addressing housing insecurity issues will gather to talk about…
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‘Gimme Shelter’ Benefit Concert Raises Thousands to Support Housing Security in Centre Region
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A benefit concert held earlier this month raised $8,500 for agencies working to address homelessness and improve housing security in the State College area. “Gimme Shelter: The Concert for Housing Security in the Centre Region” drew a crowd of about 200 supporters to hear four local groups perform on Feb. 1 at South Hills School of…
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Outback Steakhouse Closes State College Area Location
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Outback Steakhouse’s State College area location closed on Friday after nearly 25 years in business. “Deciding to close a restaurant is never easy,” a spokesperson for Outback’s parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, wrote in a statement to StateCollege.com. “This was a business decision and is not a reflection of the management or staff. We appreciate the…
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Marinette Pichon Named Grand Marshal for 2024 State College Pride
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International soccer great and LGBT+ advocate Marinette Pichon will lead the festivities at the State College Pride celebration on June 8, Centre LGBT+ announced on Friday. Pichon will serve as grand marshal for the fourth annual State College Pride event, which will kick off with a parade at 10 a.m. followed by a festival in…