August 2023
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Gov. Josh Shapiro Refuses to Intervene on Pa. Police Officer Data Disclosure
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A coalition of newsrooms requested Pennsylvania’s database of police officers, but officials denied the info, citing safety concerns for undercover officers.
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Back to School with Therapy Dog Lucy
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STATE COLLEGE — It’s that time of year when students return to the classroom. At Park Forest Middle School in State College, it also means the return of a 2 1/2-year-old goldendoodle named Lucy. Lucy became a certified therapy dog in the spring of last year and has been attending school a few days a…
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Deed Transfers
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The following property transactions were compiled from information provided by the Centre County recorder of deeds, Joseph Davidson. The Gazette is not responsible for typographical errors. The published information is believed to be accurate; however, the Gazette neither warrants nor accepts any liability or responsibility for inaccurate information. RECORDED JULY 31-AUG. 4, 2023 BELLEFONTE BUROUGH…
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Center for the Performing Arts Free Outdoor Block Party to Feature Percussive Music, Dance
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The Center for the Performing Arts at Penn State will showcase percussive music and dance artists with a free outdoor block party at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at the rear loading dock of Eisenhower Auditorium. The Move Mix Festival will feature traditional Indian and contemporary Latin dance along with modern bhangra music “in…
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College Township Seeking Public Input on Official Map
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College Township Council recently authorized a 45-day public input period on the township’s official map. An official map — which is an ordinance and planning tool provided to local governments under the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code — shows the locations of possible future public lands and facilities such as streets, trails, parks, open spaces, nature…
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State Police Searching for Juvenile Suspects in Milesburg Home Robbery
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State police at Rockview are searching for two juvenile suspects involved in a home robbery in Milesburg. At about 5:30 p.m. on Aug. 20, a woman allowed two white juvenile males into her house on the 300 block of Hazel Street to discuss home repairs, according to a news release on Saturday. After entering, one…
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Penn State Football Players and Coaches: “The Best Thing I Saw in Summer Practice”
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The Food Network is known for its popular series, “The Best Thing I Ever Ate.” Like in Atlanta. With Garlic. On a Stick. In a Bowl. With that premise in mind, we entered Wednesday’s Penn State football media availability thirsty for insight into what has stuck out the most — speaking of sticks — in the…
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For High Earners, 401k Tax Benefits
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The Secure Act 2.0 of 2022 provided changes to retirement savings, some good, some bad. Starting in 2024, older, high-income earners are losing a tax-advantage. To help older workers catch up on their retirement, as some are empty nesters and more focused on retirement, an additional contribution is permitted for people ages 50 and over.…
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Out of the Cold to Host Open House Events for New Overnight Shelter
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Out of the Cold: Centre County will welcome community members to a series of open houses as it gets ready to open its first permanent overnight shelter for people experiencing homelessness. Open house events will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, 5-7 p.m. Monday and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the…
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Houser Golf Tournament Raises $43,000 for Skills Foundation
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The 18th annual Pat Houser Golf Tournament on Aug. 21 at Toftrees Resort raised more than $43,000 to assist people with intellectual disabilities supported by Skills of Central PA. The team of Gavin Howe, Shane Crawford, Vince Strugala and Bill Wilkinson, representing FNB Wealth Management in State College, claimed the championship with a score of…