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Local Flavors, Culinary Creativity to Be on Display for Happy Valley Restaurant Week
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Creative dishes will showcase Centre County’s culinary talents as Happy Valley Restaurant Week returns starting Friday. The annual 10-day event (June 13-22) will include nearly 30 participating restaurants offering unique, limited-time specials and menus that highlight their chefs’ creativity. “We’re proud to shine a spotlight on the incredible food and talent we have right here…
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From Crutches to Cruising
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I want to talk about crutches. When I say crutches I mean the physical device whose purpose is to assist you in moving around during those times when, for whatever reason, you are unable to do so on your own. Now, a crutch can also mean any source or means of support or assistance, physical…
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Ironman Returns: Happy Valley Gears Up for a World-Class Race Weekend
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Ironman 70.3 returns to Happy Valley for its third consecutive year on Sunday, June 15, promising a weekend full of elite athleticism, community pride and an economic boost that ripples across the Centre County region
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Centre County Tourism Grant Program Awards Record $1.1M to Local Events and Projects
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A grant program supporting local events and projects that drive Centre County tourism reached a milestone figure for 2025-26. The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau and Centre County Board of Commissioners on Monday announced 81 marketing and tourism enhancement projects will receive a record $1,100,750 from the Tourism Grant Program this year. It marks the first…
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Bellefonte Cruise Returns With Chrome, Community and Classic Vibes
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Fire up your engines because the Historic Bellefonte Cruise is back, and it’s ready to roll into town for its 36th edition this Father’s Day weekend.
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Bellefonte Cruise Set for a Rockin’ Weekend
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This year’s Bellefonte Cruise musical lineup is guaranteed to get the crowd singing along, dancing in the streets and feeling all the nostalgia of years past.
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State College Celebrates Pride Amid a ‘Tough Moment’ Nationally for LGBTQ Community
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State College Pride was about more than a celebration for many in attendance on Saturday. It was a call to action, and a reminder of the battles won and challenges still faced by the LGBTQ community. Those who spoke to the large crowd in Sidney Friedman Park often referenced the current hostile climate toward LGBTQ…
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Rails to Remembrance: Civil War Stories Come Alive at Curtin Village
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On Sunday, June 8, history isn’t just coming alive; it’s boarding the train.
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Here’s What’s New at Medlar Field as Spikes Open Home Schedule
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The State College Spikes are scheduled to open their 40-game MLB Draft League home schedule at 6:35 p.m. Friday against the West Virginia Black Bears (depending on weather) and fans will find several changes, new features and a full lineup of game themes and promotions. WHAT’S NEW Parking Gameday parking will be available across from…
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Two Centre County High Schools Alter Graduation Plans Because of Rain
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Forecasted rain with the possibility of lightning has forced two Centre County high schools to make changes to graduation ceremonies scheduled for Friday. Penns Valley Area High School will move its ceremony indoors on Friday and State College Area High School has rescheduled graduation for Saturday. For Penns Valley, the ceremony will be held at…