Community
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Two Centre County Women Publish First in New Children’s Book Series
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This story originally appeared in The Centre County Gazette. A new children’s book written and illustrated by two Centre County women is shining a light on the beauty of community and the everyday magic of small town living. “Ellie Mae Explores: Hometown,” written by Bellefonte-based author Ellen Matis and illustrated by State College artist Angie…
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Undine Fire Company Plans Permanent Helipad in Bellefonte Honoring Late EMS Leader
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Undine Fire Company plans to construct a helipad on its grounds in Bellefonte to serve as a permanent resource for medical helicopters responding to emergencies and a tribute to a late EMS leader. With the goal of improving safety, access and response times, the fire company has dedicated a portion of land near Lambert Hall…
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Bubba’s Eggs, Steaks & Shakes Revives Classic Diner Space in Downtown State College
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A familiar downtown State College landmark has a new tenant — and a new take on a classic American diner. Bubba’s Eggs, Steaks & Shakes officially opened Monday at 131 S. Garner St., inside the historic 1947 Silk City Diner that once housed Baby’s Burgers and Shakes for over 30 years and most recently Oeuf…
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Annual CBICC Awards Honor 6 Local Businesses and Individuals
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The Chamber of Business and Industry of Centre County on Oct. 23 honored four businesses and two individuals for their outstanding efforts and contributions to the local community over the past year. The 2025 Centre County Business Awards were presented at the CBICC’s annual awards celebration at the Nittany Lion Inn’s Ballroom. “Year after year,…
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Fundraiser Aims to Restore Historic Woodward Inn After Devastating Fire
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Community members are rallying to support efforts to restore a historic Penns Valley building that was devastated by a fire earlier this month. A GoFundMe campaign for the Woodward Inn has set a $125,000 goal to help with the rebuilding efforts of owners Melissa and Corby Stover. The fundraiser — which was established by Melissa…
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Renaissance Fund Honorees Bill & Connie Hayes
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For their many contributions to the local community and Penn State University, the Bill and Connie Hayes will be recognized as the university’s 2025 Renaissance Fund honorees on Nov. 11 at a reception supporting a newly created scholarship fund in their names.
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Late State College Businessman Skip Smith Leaves $25M to Arboretum at Penn State
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State College businessman Charles “Skip” Smith was instrumental in the creation of the Arboretum at Penn State with a $10 million leadership donation in 2007. Now a major gift from his estate will help to ensure it thrives into the future. Smith, who died in December 2024, bequeathed $25 million to support the Arboretum’s growth,…
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Scouting for Food: State College Food Bank, Scouts Partner to Fight Hunger
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Scouting for Food is the largest single influx of donated food for the State College Food Bank.
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State College to Celebrate 5th Annual Multicultural Unity Fair
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The Community Diversity Group and the Borough of State College will host the fifth Multicultural Unity Fair from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the State College Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St., State College. “The Borough of State College looks forward to this collaboration with the Community Diversity Group to…
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Starseed Festival Returns to Boalsburg
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The Starseed Festival will bring together mental and physical health practitioners, artists and crafters, and a little mystical fun on Friday, Oct. 24 and Saturday, Oct. 25 at Boal Hall in Boalsburg