State College Holiday Guide

For many in State College, this week marks the official start of the holiday season. Our present to you? The StateCollege.com Holiday Guide. Think of the guide as your road map to the holidays in State College. You’ll find lots of information on shopping, eating, volunteering and merrymaking—essentially everything you’ll need for a fun-filled, meaningful season. We will be continually updating info so bookmark it today! (Holiday Guide)

Polar Express

All Aboard the Polar Express!  With a story at Schlow Library, a trolley ride, and a visit to Santa's Workshop, this event will be a treat for the whole family.  Children 12 and under will receive a free gift from Santa's Workshop as well as a free picture with Santa. The Polar Express will run Dec. 10/11 and Dec. 17/18. You can reserve your spot NOW by contacting Schlow Library. (more)

Judge Order: Parties involved in the Jerry Sandusky criminal case must hold as confidential the identity of at least one alleged victim. (read)

Bradley Video: Putting aside questions about his own future with Penn State football, Tom Bradley said he is centered on "making sure I do the best job for these players." (video)

Coach Search: Penn State's interim head football coach, Tom Bradley, "certainly would want the permanent job here,". (read)

Boots Back: Boots Dairyette, closed earlier this year, should reemerge within weeks on West Beaver Avenue. (read)

Verizon Building: Penn State has agreed to lease for two years the former Verizon building at 224 S. Allen Street. (read)

(All News)

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This Week's COLUMNS:

At Penn State, Walking for Answers in Darkness - Adam Smeltz

We Will Get Back On Our Feet Again - Joe Battista

Community Learning and Moving Forward - Mike the Mailman

Mission Possible: Restoring Penn State Pride - Russell Frank

As Penn State Scandal Impact Widens, a Look at Collateral Damage - Judy Loy

For Tom Bradley, Time is of the Essence - Mike Poorman

(Columnist Page)

Boalsburg Hometown Christmas

Next weekend make plans to brighten your holiday with caroling at the Diamond in Boalsburg and the lighting of the Christmas tree Friday evening. Enjoy food from Boalsburg vendors while you celebrate the season, then head over to Breakfast With Santa Saturday a.m. and a parade at noon. (more info)

The night before Thanksgiving is the single biggest day for bar sales in the United States.