December 2022
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The World of Book Sales Has Changed, but a Love for Reading Never Does
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Early in my life, I learned to love reading. I would search flea markets for Nancy Drew books and Walden Books at the mall was awesome. (Yes, back in the day, I would have used that word.) My parents were very keen on education and my mom enjoyed reading, so books were something they would…
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Horatio Is the Purr-fect Promoter for Centre County Library
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Horatio the costumed Twitter cat encourages reading, supports Centre County Library
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Higgins Elected President of SEDA-COG Board for 2023
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Centre County Commissioner Mark Higgins was recently elected 2023 president of the board of directors for SEDA-Council of Governments, the regional economic and community development district covering 11 counties in east-central Pennsylvania Higgins served as first vice president of the board in 2022. “Serving as board president for 2023, I look forward to continued service…
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Centre County Remains at Low COVID-19 Community Level
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Centre County remained at the low community level for COVID-19 for the 13th consecutive week as local new cases and hospitalizations linked to the virus fell, according to the Centers for Disease Control’s latest update on Thursday night. At the low level, the CDC recommends wearing a mask if symptomatic, if an individual has tested…
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Penn State Football: Kraft Says Beaver Stadium Renovation or Rebuild Recommendation Likely Ready in Early 2023
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Penn State Vice President for Athletics Patrick Kraft says that the department is closing in on its latest recommendation regarding the renovation or rebuild of Beaver Stadium. Kraft did not — much like his predecessor, Sandy Barbour — commit or comment much in the way of a definite timeline for when such a project might…
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Penn State Football: Stranded at Airport, Franklin Gets a Lift from Clemson Coach Dabo Swinney
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Recounting his travels on the recruiting trail ahead of next Wednesday’s early signing period, Penn State coach James Franklin noted an unexpected hero in a recent moment of need. “There’s literally not enough hours in the day,” Franklin said, a week removed from a flight last Friday. “Last week was a grind because we had…
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Penn State Football: Diaz Hopes for Head Coaching Role Again One Day, but Still Happy in Happy Valley
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Penn State defensive coordinator Manny Diaz is happy in his role with the Nittany Lions but is hopeful for another chance one day down the road to become a head coach again. Diaz served as Miami’s head coach from 2019-2021 before taking over as the Nittany Lions’ defensive coordinator this season. Diaz filled the role…
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Police Investigating Death of State College Man
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State College police are investigating the death of a 36-year-old borough resident, the department said on Friday.
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Pa. Republicans Fight to Prolong House Majority and Pass Far-Reaching Constitutional Amendments
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Republicans could have a functional majority in the Pa. House until at least February and are considering using the advantage to pass major constitutional amendments.
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University Park Airport to Offer Spring Flights to Charlotte
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American Airlines will offer weekly flights from University Park Airport to Charlotte, North Carolina in the spring, a seasonal move that could turn into a long-term service. The airline will provide nonstop service on Saturdays in March and April from State College to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, University Park Airport officials said in a press…