State College News
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A Penn State Hockey Legend Who Should Never Be Forgotten
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“Dr. Lawrence ‘Larry’ Hendry, 81, a distinguished chemist, pioneering entrepreneur, and passionate sports enthusiast, passed away August 30, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of profound scientific and athletic contributions.” This was the opening paragraph of the formal obituary of my friend and former Penn State hockey coach Larry Hendry. His professional successes are amazing, but…
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Who Should Pay for Low-Income Utility Assistance? In Pa., It All Falls on Residential Customers
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In Pennsylvania, residential customers shoulder the cost of utility assistance programs. Businesses and factories don’t have to contribute, unlike in other states.
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Centre County Prison Board Hears Renewed Call for Outdoor Recreation
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A Centre County resident renewed calls for outdoor recreation at the Centre County Correctional Facility at the September Prison Board meeting, prompting a sometimes tense discussion between the resident, commissioners and prison officials.
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Penn State Garnering Predictions to Make College Football Playoff After 3-0 Start
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Penn State’s playoff buzz continues to grow. After a commanding 3-0 start, along with some subpar results from others in the playoff picture, the Nittany Lions are being projected to make the College Football Playoff by multiple media personalities. CBS Sports’ Bud Elliot’s first bracket of the season, released on Sunday, featured Penn State as…
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Penn State Men’s Hockey Ranked in 2026-27 Preseason Poll
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Penn State men’s hockey will begin the 2026-27 campaign with a number next to its name. The Nittany Lions on Monday afternoon were ranked at No. 17 in the preseason USCHO poll, a drop from No. 11 where they finished last season following a 21-14-2 campaign. They began the previous campaign at No. 5 before…
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Penn State Creamery Revives Retired Ice Cream Flavors With ‘Throwback Scoops’ Program
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A retired flavor is returning to the scoop line this week as Berkey Creamery launches a new program aimed at bringing some of its former favorites back to Penn State. The Creamery’s new “Throwback Scoops” program began Monday with the return of Golden Chocolate Pecan, a flavor that was last served in 2017. More retired…
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Centre County United Way to Join Give Like Dolly Day in Support of Imagination Library
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Centre County United Way will join the Dollywood Foundation and Imagination Library communities around the world on Friday for a global day of giving honoring Dolly Parton’s legacy of inspiring children to develop a lifelong love of reading. Give Like Dolly Day will also shine a spotlight on the local partners that make Dolly Parton’s…
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Man Charged After Biting EMS Employee and Resisting Arrest in Beaver Stadium, Police Say
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A man who police say was highly intoxicated is accused of biting an emergency medical services employee and kicking at officers in Beaver Stadium on Saturday. Christian A. Swartwood, 19, of Lock Haven, smelled of alcohol and was unable to maintain his balance in section EH during Penn State’s game against Buffalo, according to an…
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Penn State Game 3 Snap Counts vs. Buffalo
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Penn State concluded the nonconference portion of its schedule with a commanding 55-13 victory over Buffalo this past Saturday, serving as another opportunity to rotate in depth pieces. Additionally, minor injuries to tight end Andrew Rappleyea and center Brock Riker in the first half led to more playing time for others against the Bulls. Here’s…
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Mount Nittany Health Opens Expanded Dermatology Practice
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Mount Nittany Health has expanded its dermatology services with a new, larger location designed to improve access to care. The new dermatology practice opened on Aug. 31 in a 7,296-square-foot facility at 2188 Sandy Drive in Ferguson Township. Mount Nittany Health acquired the property, which was formerly owned by State College Family Medicine, in August…