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Extreme Cold Challenges Emergency Responders

Extreme Cold Challenges Emergency Responders

- Centre County Report

Paramedics frequently find themselves on the frontlines when the weather turns nasty. And the bitter cold that's frozen the State College area this winter is making a difficult job even harder. As the Centre County Report explains, there's been no shortage of weather-related emergency calls.

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Penn State Football: Nittany Lions Post Impressive Improvements In Offseason Workouts Penn State Football: Nittany Lions Post Impressive Improvements In Offseason Workouts
5 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
It may have been chilly outside of the Lasch Building, but inside the weight room on Thursday afternoon it was plenty warm as the Nittany Lions tested for the final time during the winter workout period. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5
10 hours ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
County Commissioners Support 911 Funding Reform County Commissioners Support 911 Funding Reform
16 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Centre County Gazette, Brittany Svoboda
In 2015, taxpayers will dish out more than $1 million to help fund the county's emergency communications, Neff says, about a half a million more than they contributed in 2002. "Essentially the language that started the funding stream for 911 is outdated and needs to be reformed," Pipe says. [Read More]
Lawsuit Over Board of Trustees Election Heats Up in Courtroom Lawsuit Over Board of Trustees Election Heats Up in Courtroom
16 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Michael Martin Garrett
"The first thing that's clear to me is that Mr. Masser doesn't belong in this case," Argentieri said. He argued that, even if Stairs' allegations are completely true, Masser still would've won his "duly elected" seat on the board. [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Ohio State Catches Fire on Way To 77-67 Win Penn State Basketball: Ohio State Catches Fire on Way To 77-67 Win
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
"In the Big Ten you need guys who can make shots. We didn't make shots," Chambers said. "There were three guys keyed on DJ most of the game. We needed other guys to step up. Ross [Travis] helped in the first half, DJ helped in the beginning of the second half. We needed to put the ball inside an [Read More]
Building an Igloo is 'Snow Problem' For College Township Residents
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 Building an Igloo is 'Snow Problem' For College Township Residents
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Centre County Report
With the extreme cold weather we've been having most of us have been huddled up inside. But for some hardy souls, it's been a perfect time to head outside for a community building project -- one snow block at a time. The Centre County Report has a fascinating look at the igloo in College Township. [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Set For One Final Run On Senior Night Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Set For One Final Run On Senior Night
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
The last time Penn State canceled classes was on February 14, 2007, and it produced one of the most memorable nights in the history of the Nittany Lion basketball program. [Read More]
Area Road Crews Prepare for Another Winter Storm, Deal With Long & Demanding Hours Area Road Crews Prepare for Another Winter Storm, Deal With Long & Demanding Hours
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Michael Martin Garrett
“My was saying to me last night, ‘I can’t wait for winter to be over so I can have my husband back,’” Leidy says, explaining that it can be difficult to balance his long hours and overnight shifts with his family responsibilities. [Read More]
Icy Conditions & More Snow Coming, but Weather Pattern Could (Finally) be Changing Icy Conditions & More Snow Coming, but Weather Pattern Could (Finally) be Changing
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Steve Bauer
The adventure continues Wednesday night, when temperatures fall back below freezing. "Anything that's wet is going to freeze up again overnight, so you have to watch out for that," warns AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Tom Kines. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
 

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Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5
10 hours ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
County Commissioners Support 911 Funding Reform County Commissioners Support 911 Funding Reform
16 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Centre County Gazette, Brittany Svoboda
In 2015, taxpayers will dish out more than $1 million to help fund the county's emergency communications, Neff says, about a half a million more than they contributed in 2002. "Essentially the language that started the funding stream for 911 is outdated and needs to be reformed," Pipe says. [Read More]
Lawsuit Over Board of Trustees Election Heats Up in Courtroom Lawsuit Over Board of Trustees Election Heats Up in Courtroom
16 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Michael Martin Garrett
"The first thing that's clear to me is that Mr. Masser doesn't belong in this case," Argentieri said. He argued that, even if Stairs' allegations are completely true, Masser still would've won his "duly elected" seat on the board. [Read More]
Building an Igloo is 'Snow Problem' For College Township Residents
Video
 Building an Igloo is 'Snow Problem' For College Township Residents
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Centre County Report
With the extreme cold weather we've been having most of us have been huddled up inside. But for some hardy souls, it's been a perfect time to head outside for a community building project -- one snow block at a time. The Centre County Report has a fascinating look at the igloo in College Township. [Read More]
Area Road Crews Prepare for Another Winter Storm, Deal With Long & Demanding Hours Area Road Crews Prepare for Another Winter Storm, Deal With Long & Demanding Hours
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Michael Martin Garrett
“My was saying to me last night, ‘I can’t wait for winter to be over so I can have my husband back,’” Leidy says, explaining that it can be difficult to balance his long hours and overnight shifts with his family responsibilities. [Read More]
Icy Conditions & More Snow Coming, but Weather Pattern Could (Finally) be Changing Icy Conditions & More Snow Coming, but Weather Pattern Could (Finally) be Changing
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Steve Bauer
The adventure continues Wednesday night, when temperatures fall back below freezing. "Anything that's wet is going to freeze up again overnight, so you have to watch out for that," warns AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Tom Kines. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
Penn State Student Pleads Guilty to Breaking into Dorms, Fondling Sleeping Women Penn State Student Pleads Guilty to Breaking into Dorms, Fondling Sleeping Women
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Shao will be evaluated by the Sexual Offenders Assessment Board to determine if he will be deemed a "sexually violent predator." Regardless of the board's decision, Shao will be required to register under the Sex Offender Registration Act for the next 25 years of his life. [Read More]
Paterno Estate Accuses Freeh's Law Firm of 'Mischaracterizations' Paterno Estate Accuses Freeh's Law Firm of 'Mischaracterizations'
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - Michael Martin Garrett
“Pepper Hamilton is brazenly continuing to deny its basic discovery obligations,” Tuesday’s filing reads. The Paterno estate asks the court to force Pepper Hamilton to turn over the documents requested in the subpoena. [Read More]
Doan’s Bones Barbecue To Replace Boots Doan’s Bones Barbecue To Replace Boots
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - Onward State Staff, Greg Zuber
Corvin opened Doan’s Bones in 2003 at Whipple Dam, serving his first customers barbecue from a fire pit. Within a year, his restaurant had its own picnic area and covered takeout area. [Read More]
 

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Penn State Football: Nittany Lions Post Impressive Improvements In Offseason Workouts Penn State Football: Nittany Lions Post Impressive Improvements In Offseason Workouts
5 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
It may have been chilly outside of the Lasch Building, but inside the weight room on Thursday afternoon it was plenty warm as the Nittany Lions tested for the final time during the winter workout period. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5
10 hours ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Ohio State Catches Fire on Way To 77-67 Win Penn State Basketball: Ohio State Catches Fire on Way To 77-67 Win
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
"In the Big Ten you need guys who can make shots. We didn't make shots," Chambers said. "There were three guys keyed on DJ most of the game. We needed other guys to step up. Ross [Travis] helped in the first half, DJ helped in the beginning of the second half. We needed to put the ball inside an [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Set For One Final Run On Senior Night Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Set For One Final Run On Senior Night
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
The last time Penn State canceled classes was on February 14, 2007, and it produced one of the most memorable nights in the history of the Nittany Lion basketball program. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
Penn State Hockey: Holstrom Likely To Miss Remainder Of Season With Injury Penn State Hockey: Holstrom Likely To Miss Remainder Of Season With Injury
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
“The response [to Holstrom leaving the game Saturday] you saw was genuine. I think everybody really knows how much he means to the team, not just on the ice but to the team. You can see how the guys feel about him,” Gadowsky said. [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Upcoming Offseason As Big As It Gets For Program's Future Penn State Basketball: Upcoming Offseason As Big As It Gets For Program's Future
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
Whatever you might think about the successes and failures of Penn State's season, Pat Chambers and his staff face an offseason that might be even more important than the regular season they're about to complete. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Tuesday, March 3 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Tuesday, March 3
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
Penn State Football: Spring Ball Mailbag, Award Winners In 2015? Penn State Football: Spring Ball Mailbag, Award Winners In 2015?
3 days ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
Spring practice is almost here, and while the season won't be decided over the span of those few short weeks, it's a good time to start thinking about what lies ahead in 2015. [Read More]
Penn State Hockey: Injuries To Cut Milley's Career Short Penn State Hockey: Injuries To Cut Milley's Career Short
3 days ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
"I know he gave his absolute best effort to play but his body just didn't comply. He is a great student and will continue to help our program off the ice. I am very impressed with the support of Penn State University in regards to Jonathan's health and commitment to get his degree." [Read More]
 

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Penn State Football: Nittany Lions Post Impressive Improvements In Offseason Workouts Penn State Football: Nittany Lions Post Impressive Improvements In Offseason Workouts
5 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
It may have been chilly outside of the Lasch Building, but inside the weight room on Thursday afternoon it was plenty warm as the Nittany Lions tested for the final time during the winter workout period. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Thursday, March 5
10 hours ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
Lawsuit Over Board of Trustees Election Heats Up in Courtroom Lawsuit Over Board of Trustees Election Heats Up in Courtroom
16 hours ago - StateCollege.com - Michael Martin Garrett
"The first thing that's clear to me is that Mr. Masser doesn't belong in this case," Argentieri said. He argued that, even if Stairs' allegations are completely true, Masser still would've won his "duly elected" seat on the board. [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Ohio State Catches Fire on Way To 77-67 Win Penn State Basketball: Ohio State Catches Fire on Way To 77-67 Win
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
"In the Big Ten you need guys who can make shots. We didn't make shots," Chambers said. "There were three guys keyed on DJ most of the game. We needed other guys to step up. Ross [Travis] helped in the first half, DJ helped in the beginning of the second half. We needed to put the ball inside an [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Set For One Final Run On Senior Night Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Set For One Final Run On Senior Night
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
The last time Penn State canceled classes was on February 14, 2007, and it produced one of the most memorable nights in the history of the Nittany Lion basketball program. [Read More]
Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4 Penn State, State College Noon News And Features: Wednesday, March 4
1 day ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories. [Read More]
Penn State Student Pleads Guilty to Breaking into Dorms, Fondling Sleeping Women Penn State Student Pleads Guilty to Breaking into Dorms, Fondling Sleeping Women
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - StateCollege.com Staff
Shao will be evaluated by the Sexual Offenders Assessment Board to determine if he will be deemed a "sexually violent predator." Regardless of the board's decision, Shao will be required to register under the Sex Offender Registration Act for the next 25 years of his life. [Read More]
Penn State Hockey: Holstrom Likely To Miss Remainder Of Season With Injury Penn State Hockey: Holstrom Likely To Miss Remainder Of Season With Injury
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
“The response [to Holstrom leaving the game Saturday] you saw was genuine. I think everybody really knows how much he means to the team, not just on the ice but to the team. You can see how the guys feel about him,” Gadowsky said. [Read More]
Gov. Wolf's Budget Proposal Could Dramatically Increase Funding to Penn State, SCASD Gov. Wolf's Budget Proposal Could Dramatically Increase Funding to Penn State, SCASD
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - Michael Martin Garrett
“Over the past four years, Pennsylvania took a step in the wrong direction by trying to balance our state budget on the backs of our schools,” Wolf said. “… And that is why the very first thing my budget does is restore the $1 billion in cuts to public education ..." [Read More]
Penn State Basketball: Upcoming Offseason As Big As It Gets For Program's Future Penn State Basketball: Upcoming Offseason As Big As It Gets For Program's Future
2 days ago - StateCollege.com - Ben Jones
Whatever you might think about the successes and failures of Penn State's season, Pat Chambers and his staff face an offseason that might be even more important than the regular season they're about to complete. [Read More]
 
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