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Data Centers Are ‘Redefining’ Midterm Races Across Pennsylvania
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Candidates in at least 20 competitive legislative races are staking out data center positions, and Gov. Josh Shapiro has pivoted to a tougher stance.
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Alleged Penn State Frat Drug Ring Leader’s Brother Charged After Being Found With Cocaine on Boat in Centre County, Authorities Say
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The brother of the alleged leader of a cocaine trafficking ring operating out of two Penn State fraternities is facing misdemeanor drug charges of his own after an incident at Bald Eagle State Park. Sebastiano M. Abbatiello, 20, of New York, was found in possession of 2 grams of cocaine on July 10 when the…
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NFL Preseason Recap: Trebor Peña Scores First NFL Touchdown, Sean Clifford Commands Bengals’ Offense
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Former Nittany Lions made their mark across the league in the second week of the 2026 NFL preseason, headlined by receiver Trebor Peña grabbing his first career touchdown and Sean Clifford turning in an efficient half of football for Cincinnati. Here’s a recap of the action. Drew Allar, Quarterback, Pittsburgh Steelers: Allar couldn’t match his…
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3 Downtown State College Streets Set to Become One-Way for Pilot Program
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Three downtown State College streets will be converted to one-way starting next week in a pilot program aimed at increasing parking spaces and loading zones. Beginning Aug. 31, Hiester Street will be one-way northbound (toward East College Avenue), Sowers Street one-way southbound (toward East Beaver Avenue) and Hetzel Street one-way northbound. By eliminating one lane…
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Growing Wisely: How the Centre County Farmland Trust Helps Protect Open Spaces and Preserve Local Agriculture
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The Centre County Farmland Trust explains how conservation easements, zoning and community involvement can shape smarter growth.
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Nittany Lions’ Defensive Coordinator D’Anton Lynn ‘Embodies What Penn State Football Is Built On’
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It was 15 seasons ago when D’Anton Lynn last stood on the Beaver Stadium turf for a fall football game as a Penn State cornerback. Lynn returns in 13 days as the Nittany Lions’ defensive coordinator, when Penn State hosts Marshall in the 2026 season opener. Time flies. In his stellar Penn State career from…
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Column: Can Matt Campbell Follow Curt Cignetti’s Blueprint?
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One of the major talking points of this offseason has been “who will be this year’s Indiana?” — as in, which team will seemingly come out of nowhere to compete for a national championship, likely following a heavy transfer portal influx. The answer is no one. That’s because there’s only one Curt Cignetti, and he…
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Why Pennsylvanians Care So Much About Regional Names, Borders
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Regional identities shape how Pennsylvanians relate to each other, what they call areas of the state, and where they decide to put down roots, PA Local found in interviews with residents.
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Alleged Dealer in Penn State Frat Cocaine Ring Waives Arraignment, Plans to Plead Not Guilty
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One man accused of being a primary dealer in the alleged cocaine trafficking ring that operated out of two Penn State fraternities has waived his formal arraignment and intends to plead not guilty, according to a court document filed on Thursday. Lars R. Zeepvat, 24, of New Jersey, had already waived his preliminary hearing —…
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Centre County Prison Board Honors Retiring Warden
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This story originally appeared in The Centre County Gazette. BELLEFONTE — The Centre County Prison Board honored Warden Glenn Irwin during its Aug. 13 meeting as the longtime corrections professional attended his final Board of Inspectors meeting before retirement after nearly 40 years in the field. Irwin thanked the board for entrusting him with leading…
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W.C. Clarke’s Coffee Roasters (Cheese Shoppe)
A State College gem, The Cheese Shoppe is one of a kind. A State College staple for over 40 years. Offering over 30 types of cheeses, over 20 varieties of coffees, […]