Chris Morelli
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Centre County Commissioners Approve Funding for Multiple Road Projects
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BELLEFONTE — The Centre County Board of Commissioners held a short and sweet meeting on Dec. 12 at the Willowbank Building in Bellefonte. Without any declarations or presentations, the meeting lasted just a bit over 20 minutes. The BOC did, however, approve fee for local use and liquid fuels funds for several projects. The first…
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Commissioners Approve 2024 Centre County Budget
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BELLEFONTE — Centre County has a 2024 budget. During its meeting on Tuesday, the Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2024 county budget in the amount of $141,727,824. Richard Killian, budget and finance director for Centre County, presented the tentative budget to the commissioners almost three weeks ago. He was back for a final presentation…
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Steco Makes a Name for Herself on Local Airwaves and in the Community
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STATE COLLEGE — When you’re driving home from work, a familiar Centre County voice is often along for the ride. That voice belongs to Angela Steco, who handles the drive time (2 to 7 p.m.) shift at 3WZ radio in State College. Steco recently claimed third place in a local publication’s “Best of State College,”…
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New Esports Center Brings Gamers to Penn State’s White Building
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Back in the day, when Penn State students wanted a break from the rigors of course work, they’d stroll down to the (now-long-gone) Playland arcade with a roll of quarters, drop some coins in their favorite video game and let the stress wash away. Times have changed. Today, students can head to the Mary B.…
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All-Sports Museum Unveils Franco Harris Mural
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UNIVERSITY PARK — For those who submitted a photo to the Penn State All-Sports Museum for the Franco Harris photomosaic mural, it’s time to find out if your photo made the cut. The photomosaic mural was unveiled on Nov. 12 and is now on display at the museum. According to Lew Lazarow, interim director of…
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What’s on the Dining Hall Menu?
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From burritos to overnight oat bowls to robot-prepared pizza, dining halls serve up choice to Penn State students.
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Tailgate Recycling Report Card: Room for Improvement
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STATE COLLEGE — Three down, four to go. The Penn State football team has played three home games. With four home games remaining on the schedule, including the Oct. 14 homecoming tilt with UMass, fans are asked to ramp up their recycling efforts in the parking lots while tailgating outside Beaver Stadium. Amy Schirf, education…
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Penn State All-Sports Museum Planning Photomosaic to Honor Franco Harris
in Centre County Gazette, Local & Penn State Sports, Local News, Penn State Football, Penn State Sports—
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UNIVERSITY PARK — Did you ever get a photo taken with Penn State and Pittsburgh Steelers legend Franco Harris? Well, you aren’t alone — and the Penn State All-Sports Museum wants your photo. As the one-year anniversary of Harris’ death approaches, the Penn State All-Sports Museum is working to honor one of the great Nittany…
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Coaches vs. Cancer to Hold Annual 5K Walk/Run
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With a wildly successful Reverse Car Drawing in the rearview mirror, Coaches vs. Cancer Penn State now turns its attention to its annual 5K Run/Walk. The event will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Penn State Golf Courses. According to CVC Co-Director and 5K Event Chair Mike Martin, the 5K…
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Hazardous Materials Survey Will Be Conducted at Old Centre Crest Site
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BELLEFONTE — As Centre County government continues to prepare to refurbish and reuse the old Centre Crest facility in Bellefonte, concerns continue to pop up at the site. During the Sept. 5 Centre County Board of Commissioners meeting, the BOC approved a proposal with MG Architects Ltd. to utilize Penoco Inc. as a consultant for…