Centre County Report
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Boalsburg Shop Owner and Her ‘Family’ of Employees Celebrate 35 Years in Business
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Most small businesses have a lifespan of about nine years, but this May will mark 35 years since Pam Bair opened A Basket Full in her hometown of Boalsburg. It hasn’t always been easy for the shop selling clothing, accessories, kitchen items, spa essentials and more at 121 E. Main St. Bair survived breast cancer…
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42nd Lemont Strawberry Festival Helps Strengthen Community
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The Lemont Strawberry Festival returned for its 42nd year on Saturday, bringing together hundreds on the Village Green. While the event, sponsored by the Lemont Village Association, features plenty of sweets and a good atmosphere, it is about more than just that. Centre County Report’s Eric Morris has more:
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New Academic Support System in Place at State High
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A new three-tiered academic support system was put in place for this school year at State College Area High School. The program has seen over 2,000 visitors this past year. Centre County Report’s Eric Morris has more.
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Ferguson Township Man Crafts the Easter Spirit for His Community
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It’s Easter weekend and that means lots of eggs and treats for the kids. But the Foxpointe neighborhood in Ferguson Township also has some big eggs in their yards, thanks to talented craftsman Chris Musser. Centre County Report’s Reagan Phillips shares Musser’s story and how his eggs became such a popular holiday decoration.
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Family, Community Members Remember Osaze Osagie 5 Years After His Death
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This week marks the five-year anniversary of the fatal police shooting of State College resident Osaze Osagie. Here is how his family and the community are honoring his memory by uplifting high school and college students.
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Wasson Farm Gears Up for Fall Festivities
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For the last 20 years Wasson Farm has held an annual fall fest for the community. And although it may look a little bit different this year, they’re still excited to see the turnout for the upcoming events.