Community
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New State College Pizzeria Offers Detroit-Style Options and More
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Fresh Bite Pizza opened its doors on July 1 at 300 S. Pugh St., offering Detroit-style pizza and more to the State College community. The restaurant, located at the O’Brien Place building in a space last occupied by 8 Mile Pizza, is owned by Bimla Dadra, who has been involved in the local pizza business…
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Penn State Dining to Open Kosher Deli on Campus This Fall
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Nosh Kosher Deli, Penn State Dining’s newest addition at the University Park campus, will open its doors for the 2025 fall semester in the North Food District at Warnock Commons. The modern kosher deli’s menu will offer dining options for Penn State’s Jewish community as well as all faculty, staff, students and guests, according to…
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Pleasant Gap Restaurant Closing for ‘Foreseeable Future’ in August
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Though its owners hope to find a new location in the future, a Pleasant Gap restaurant is closing in August after eight years in business. Little Mamma’s Pizza has set Aug. 8 for its last day at 105 S. Main St. Offering pizza, calzones, stromboli, sandwiches, pasta salads and appetizers, the family-owned restaurant has also…
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State College Diner With a French Twist Closes After 3 Years in Business
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A State College restaurant that brought a French twist to American diner classics has closed its doors after nearly three years in business. Oeuf Boeuf et Bacon, 131 S. Garner St., closed in early July. Chef and co-owner Gillian Clark told StateCollege.com she is retiring from restaurant ownership, citing both staffing and health issues. “[It’s]…
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Local Leagues Give Adults the Opportunity to Get Back in the Game
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For adults who still want to compete in sports as they get older, Centre County has a wealth of options to choose from, ranging from casual pickup games to more competitive events in sports such as soccer, basketball and even wrestling.
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Centre LifeLink Now an Accredited EMS Education Institute
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Centre LifeLink EMS recently became officially accredited as an EMS Education Institute under the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
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A Look Behind the Scenes: Artists and Volunteers Share Their Arts Fest Experiences
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The 59th annual Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts has been in full swing since Wednesday, with thousands of community members, Penn Staters and visitors coming together to enjoy the atmosphere in downtown State College and on campus during a mostly sunny and warm week. As vendor tents line the sidewalks and live music entertains…
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‘It Means a Lot to the Community.’ People’s Choice Festival Celebrating 31st Year
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The annual “homegrown festival” in Central Pennsylvania, the People’s Choice Festival of Pennsylvania, has returned for another fun-filled weekend. After 31 years as a staple of Centre County’s festival week, the event is still focused on showcasing and supporting Pennsylvanian artists and vendors. Located at the Grange Fairgrounds in Centre Hall, the festival kicked off…
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Whitetail Lane Farm: Crafting Small-Batch Skincare With Heart
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State College-based Whitetail Lane Farm’s goat milk soap products started as a hobby. Now they’re sold to customers across the nation and are on display at this weekend’s People’s Choice Festival.
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Check Out Sights and Sounds From the 59th Annual Arts Fest
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The Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts is in full swing for its 59th year. After kicking off on Wednesday with Children and Youth Day, the annual Sidewalk Sale and Exhibition got underway Thursday and continues through Sunday in downtown State College and on the University Park campus. The event is bringing together visitors, residents,…