Penn State, State College Noon News & Features: Tuesday, Dec. 16

Penn State, State College and Centre County are making news all over the web. Every weekday at noon we post links to some of the most noteworthy stories.

News:

• Man Gets Prison Sentence in Fatal Drug Overdose

• Hanukkah Celebrates Religious Freedom, Brings Families Together

• Special Board of Trustees Meeting Highlights Divide Between Board Members

• Borough Council Approves 30 Percent Tax Increase in 2015 Budget

• Heartfelt Tribute to Student’s Memory Takes Top Honor at Festival of Trees

• Hitting the Slopes: New Equipment Helps Tussey Mountain Prepare for Ski Season

• Witnesses Revealed as Corman, McCord, NCAA & Penn State Head for Trial

Sports:

• Penn State Hockey: Nittany Lions Crack Rankings For First Time In Program History

• Penn State Basketball: Nittany Lions Pick Up Votes In AP Top 25

• Penn State Football: $12 Million Lasch Building Renovations, $7.7 Million In Branding Upgrades Planned

• Penn State Football: Hull MVP Honor Highlights Team Banquet Awards

• Penn State’s Bob Shoop Has Resume, References for Head Coaching Job