January 2014
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Conklin Calls for Expansion of Heating-Assistance Program, Announces Re-Election Bid
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State Rep. Scott Conklin announced at a press conference Thursday he is drafting legislation that would expand a federal home-heating assistance program. Afterward, he announced his plan to run for re-election.
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Penn State, State College Noon News and Features: Thursday, January 30
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Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over cyberspace. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories.
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Discovery of Bodies Raises New Questions in Disappearance of Penn State Student
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The news that as many as 12 bodies are now linked to an accused murderer in Luzerne County brings to the forefront the 2001 disappearance of a Penn State student.
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Man Sentenced to Prison for Alcohol-Fueled Joy Ride that Injured Passenger
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The passenger suffered life-threatening internal bleeding from a lacerated spleen and lung and was coughing up blood. Prosectuors say Brown left the woman behind, ran back to the party, leaving the woman alone in the dark.
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Penn State Football: Penn State Introduces Recent Graduate Ticketing Program
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Penn State’s athletic program, looking for ways to get football fans in the stands, is introducing a new program allowing recent graduates to buy discounted season tickets.
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For Michael Robinson Super Bowl Means Answering Big Questions
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Something strange was happening to Michael, a pillar of strength to his teammates in a violent game. The emergency room doctors had no answers and specialists arrived.
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Alcohol-Free Downtown on State Patty’s Day Unlikely
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“A no-alcohol zone never made sense to me. Bars that attract young revelers … and bona fide restaurants that appeal to the townspeople and visitors who come in and drink responsibly, I think there is a tremendous distinction.”
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Penn State Basketball: Newbill Powers Nittany Lions To Upset Victory Over No. 24 Ohio State In Overtime
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For weeks now, Penn State head coach Patrick Chambers has said his team is close. His usage of the word “close” carried an implied feeling that his team truly […]
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With 13 seconds to play, Penn State guard DJ Newbill rose in the air in front of his bench and splashed in a three point shot that tied