November 2014
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Early Detection Still Biggest Challenge With Pancreatic Cancer
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November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, more than 46,000 people will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in the United States this year and more than 39,000 people will die from the disease. But, new treatments are extending the survival rate and research continues for a cure. …
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Children’s Advocacy Center of Centre County Earns Accreditation
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The Children’s Advocacy Center of Centre County, Mount Nittany Health, has been awarded accreditation by National Children’s Alliance following an extensive application and site review process. As the accrediting agency for Children’s Advocacy Centers across the country, National Children’s Alliance awards various levels of accreditation and membership. Accreditation is the highest level of membership…
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Elementary Students Give Deployed Troops ‘Christmas Away From Home’
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Fifth grader Christopher Cole made his way around Ms. Begg’s room at Park Forest Elementary, carefully filling a bright red stocking with snacks, candy and other treats. Cole – along with many other students from Park Forest – was packing a stocking to send to members of the United States armed forces who will…
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Court to Review Emails Between Attorney General, Louis Freeh
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Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include input from the Attorney General’s office. More emails about Louis Freeh’s investigation into Penn State may soon be available to the public. Three Commonwealth Court judges unanimously approved a request to review “all letters, emails, memos, reports, transcripts, audio recordings or video recordings” between the…
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Business Expo Builds Connections Between Economy and Community
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Dan Rowland recognizes the importance of coming together. The graphic designer and owner of Rowland Creative helps new technology companies establish a brand and identity so their interactions with other business can be as successful as possible. On Thursday, he came together with leaders from over 80 other business at the Chamber of…
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State Legislators Agree With Congress Members’ Demand For NCAA Documents
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Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include comment from State Sen. Jake Corman. Wednesday’s letter from sixteen United States Congress members condemning the actions of the NCAA has garnered support from state legislators as well. The letter – drafted by Rep. Charlie Dent and Rep. Glenn Thompson, and signed by 14…
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Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Fall 106-97 To Charlotte In Double Overtime
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Penn State’s men’s basketball team falls short after a 17 point comeback bid in double overtime, losing in the first game of the Charleston Classic to go 2-1 on the season.
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Popping Champaign: Penn State’s Record Ranks No. 43 Since Mauti’s Pick
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On Saturday, the Nittany Lions return to the scene of the sublime – where they beat their mortal enemy, Tim Beckman, and the Illini, 35-7, back in 2012. It was a statement game and one that set the tenor for the next three seasons.
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Former SCASD Teacher Charged with Soliciting Nude Photos from Students
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Editor’s note: This story has been updated to include comment from Amy’s lawyer. A former State College Area High School teacher faces felony charges for allegedly soliciting underage students for nude photos. Wesley Amy, 27, of Bellefonte, was arrested after police received reports that Amy had been having sexually inappropriate conversations with three…
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Judge Shoots Down Attorney-Client Privilege Argument in Paterno Lawsuit
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The judge says Penn State cannot authorize disclosure of the Freeh Report’s contents in a national news conference and then deny access to information underlying the report’s conclusions. The judge says, “Penn State is attempting to invoke the Attorney-Client privilege as both a shield and sword.