July 2015
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Seats for Servicemembers Program Returns With Free Penn State Football Tickets
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The tickets are available to active duty servicemen and servicewomen, veterans and Gold Star families. The giveaway is meant to honor “the commitment and sacrifices of veterans, families and loved ones.”
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Penn State Football Opponent Preview: Indiana Hopeful For Sudfeld’s Strong Return
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Quarterback Nate Sudfeld is back but unfortunately he’ll have to do without the services of running back Tevin Coleman and receiver Shane Wynn. Losing a 2,000 yard rusher is going to open an obvious hole in the offense.
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Water Line Break Closes Calder Way, Requires ‘Boil Water Notice’ for Businesses
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A break in a water line underneath Calder Way closed down part of the alley and temporarily shut off water service to 26 businesses on Wednesday. State College Borough Water Authority Executive Director John Lichman says the break occurred sometime between midnight and 5:30 a.m., and crews were on site to make repairs shortly…
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Prison Employee Accused of Having Sexual Relationship With Inmate
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According to a criminal complaint the case began when supervisors at the prison received an anonymous tip. A surveillance camera reportedly videotaped Weaver kissing the inmate in an equipment closet.
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Ficken, Hull Inducted Into National Football Foundation Honor Society
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Mike Hull is the most recent Nittany Lion to dominate at Linebacker U. Sam Ficken, of course, kicked a walk-off extra point in Penn State’s Pinstripe Bowl win in Yankee Stadium. The two players showed they could get it done in the classroom as well as on the gridiron.
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Paterno Estate Accuses NCAA of ‘Bullying Tactics’ and ‘Avoiding Trial’ in Lawsuit
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“The NCAA is apparently less interested in actually obtaining the documents and information that are the subject of its motion than continuing its bulling tactics… and engaging in unnecessary disputes in hopes of avoiding trial,” the filing reads.
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Proposed Law Would Prevent Student Housing Limitations in College Towns
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“[This bill] would significantly reduce and restrict local municipal authority … The further erosion of the quality of life in our neighborhoods and the economic impacts on our ability to provide local government services would result,” borough manger Tom Fountaine said.
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News You Might Have Missed While You Were Down the Shore
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“Penn State uniforms have long been described as ‘vanilla,'” said Creamery manager Tom Palchak, “but in light of the proposed uniform changes we think even vanilla might be too intense. An ice cream that truly reflected the spirit of our football program would have no taste whatsoever.”
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Atherton Construction Moves to Night Shift
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If you’re one of the many people who’ve gotten stuck in the Atherton Street construction zone during rush-hour, you’re going to catch a break. Daytime traffic jams should ease up, at least for now, but nighttime travel could be another matter.
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Penn State Football Opponent Preview: Army On The Ground, Rarely Through The Air
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It’s perhaps the most bizarre balance Penn State will see all season. Army quarterback Angel Santiago completed only 35 of 70 passes last season. That opens the door for a lot of running plays. The Black Knights were sixth in the nation last year with 296 yards a game on the ground.