February 2026
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Frank: Can Ray Bilger End the GOP’s Winning Streak in the 15th Congressional District?
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If you were going to design a Democrat who stood a chance of breaking the Republican Party’s stranglehold on Pennsylvania’s 15th Congressional District, his resume would look like Ray Bilger’s. Bilger is a Central Pennsylvania native son (Bellefonte), a military veteran (10 years in the Air Force), a gun collector (ask him about his Colt…
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Penn State Men’s Hockey Eyeing Bounce-Back Opportunity Against Ohio State
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Penn State has gone four games without a win, its longest streak of the season, taking just one point from each of its last two series against Michigan State and Michigan — the current top two teams in the USCHO poll. On Tuesday, head coach Guy Gadowsky met with members of the media to provide…
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Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest Returns for 3rd Year in New Location
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A craft beverage festival is returning to the State College area for its third year with a new location and an expanded variety of offerings. The Hoppy Valley Brewers Fest will be held on Sunday, May 24, at Penn State’s Panzer Stadium, home of the Nittany Lion lacrosse teams, the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment…
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Treasury Officials Question Whether Taxpayers Can Legally Pay for Security Upgrades at Shapiro’s Family Home
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The State Police recommend $1 million in security upgrades to Shapiro’s Montgomery County home after an attack.
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Subu Vedam Denied Release on Bond From ICE Custody
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A State College man who spent more than 40 years in prison before his murder conviction was overturned will remain in federal custody as his immigration case proceeds following a judge’s ruling on Tuesday morning. During a 25-minute hearing held via video conferencing, immigration Judge Tamar Wilson denied Subramanyam “Subu” Vedam‘s request to be released…
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Centre of Adventure: Meet Me at the Beer Tap
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The Beer Tap, found up on the Tussey Mountain Ridge at a junction between trails, is exactly what it sounds like: a beer tap perched on a large stump in the woods. (Don’t get too excited, though. The lines are dry.)
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‘A Taste of the Town’ Dinner to Benefit Osaze’s Heart Scholarship
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An upcoming fundraiser dinner featuring international flavors from local caterers, entertainment and a silent auction will support the 2026 Osaze’s Heart Community Service Scholarship. Organized by the Osaze’s Heart Scholarship Committee, “A Taste of the Town” will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on March 18 at the State College Municipal Building. The scholarship…
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Nittany Valley Symphony to Perform Free Family Concert
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Nittany Valley Symphony will offer a fun, indoor event for families with an upcoming concert featuring a musical program suited for young audiences. The concert, “Carnival of the Animals,” will take place at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, at the State College Area High School Performing Arts Center. Tickets are free to the public thanks…
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Penn State Expected to Hire Kashif Moore as Wide Receivers Coach
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Penn State’s 2026 coaching staff appears to be finalized — again. The Nittany Lions are expected to hire Colorado State’s Kashif Moore as their next wide receivers coach according to multiple reports, including from CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz. Moore had just been hired by the Rams in December as the wide receivers coach and passing…
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Penn State Releases Date for Blue-White Weekend
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Time to mark the calendars. After much anticipation, Penn State announced its annual Blue-White Weekend will take place on April 25, though no further information was provided. A social media post from the football program state more details will follow. Head coach Matt Campbell confirmed earlier this month the team would “certainly do something” this…