Centre County Gazette
The Centre County Gazette is Centre County’s only weekly, independent newspaper covering the news, sports, entertainment and events throughout the area.
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Bellefonte edges out Bald Eagle for Curtin Bowl trophy
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WINGATE — Grey gloomy clouds filled the sky over a packed Alumni Stadium that hosted the annual Curtin Bowl between rivals Bald Eagle Area and Bellefonte on Friday. This chapter in the long story between the two schools concluded in a thrilling 17-10 overtime victory for the Red Raiders. Wide receiver Ashten Howell earned the…
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Little Lions stay perfect as local teams battle in Week 6
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CENTRE COUNTY — In local high school football on Oct. 2, Bellefonte held off BEA in the Curtin Bowl, 17-10 (see story), and State College ran away from Cumberland Valley, 41-15, to remain undefeated at 6-0. Penns Valley fell just short against Clearfield, 21-19, and Bellwood-Antis’ big first quarter propelled the Blue Devils over Philipsburg-Osceola,…
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State College sweeps District 6 Boys’ and Girls’ Golf Championships
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STATE COLLEGE — The State College High School boys’ golf team swept to the District 6-3A Championship on Sept. 29 at Sinking Valley Country Club. Led by District Champion Charlie Ladrido, who shot a 3-under par 69, the Little Lions took an incredible seven of the top eight positions on the final leaderboard. Ladrido and…
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Bayly’s hat trick leads Little Lady Lions’ win
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STATE COLLEGE — The State College girls soccer team went 3-1 in a week, including a 3-0 win over Cedar Cliff on Sept. 29 at home, a 5-3 victory at Williamsport on Oct. 3 and a 4-1 win over Altoona on Oct. 5 at home. The Lady Little Lions also lost at Cumberland Valley, 9-0,…
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SCAR Roller Derby to host 16th birthday bash doubleheader
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STATE COLLEGE — For some 16th birthdays, there’s a car or other lavish gifts; for State College Area Roller Derby, it’ll be its yearly birthday bash with a little more to celebrate. SCAR is set to host its annual birthday bash on Oct. 11 at C3 Sports Complex, joining alums and current skaters for a…
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KOSHKO WINS PIAA 6AA GIRLS GOLF TITLE
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St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy junior Olivia Koshko won the PIAA District 6 AA Girls Individual Golf Championship that was held at Windber Country Club. Koshko shot 78 (+6), beating the next girl by 1 stroke. She now heads to the PIAA State Championship, which will be held on Oct. 19 – 20 at the Penn…
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Phyllis Triolo Music Competition announces winners
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STATE COLLEGE — This year’s Phyllis Triolo Music Competition, sponsored by Central PA Music Teacher Assocition, was held at the State College Area High School auditorium, and was presented in collaboration with Erik Clayton, State College High School choir director and former Phyllis Triolo competition winner. Students from Central Pennsylvania competed in two divisions. Winners…
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ELKS STUDENT OF THE MONTH
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Officers of the Bellefonte Elks Lodge 1094 have announced the selection of Bellefonte Area High School senior Aalyn Cernuska as its September 2026 Student of the Month. Cernuska is known as a consistent student leader, having served in several student council officer positions, including president. Cernuska will now be included in the pool of Elks’ Students of…
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Sons of The American Legion Squadron 779 to host $10K cash party and giveaway
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CENTRE HALL — Sons of The American Legion Squadron 779 will sponsor a $10,000 giveaway and cash party on Saturday, Nov. 7, at American Legion Post 779, 2928Penns Valley Pike, Centre Hall. Members of the public are invited to attend this non-smoking event, which runs from 1 to 6 p.m., with doors opening at noon.…
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SUNRISE ROTARY FOUR-WAY TEST AWARDS
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In 2013, the State College Sunrise Rotary Club established the annual Four-Way Test Award Ceremony to honor volunteer emergency responders who have shown exceptional dedication to service in our community. Each year, an honoree and their respective organization receive a personalized plaque inscribed with the Rotary logo and the Four- Way Test. In 2025, Alpha…
