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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Jana Marie Foundation to host “Shine On” golf tourney and concert
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STATE COLLEGE — Music, glow golf, and community spirit will come together for an unforgettable evening at Penn State Golf Courses as the Jana Marie Foundation hosts its first annual Shine On Community Concert and Night Golf Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 15. The family-friendly event raises critical funds to support youth mental wellness and suicide…
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Local Legion Auxiliary members attend state convention
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GETTYSBURG — American Legion Auxiliary Dept. of Pennsylvania’s 2026 Convention was held at the Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel and Conference Center July 16 to July 18 in Gettysburg. These members are part of the largest Veterans Service Organization in the world. Their mission being in the spirit of “Service, Not Self”, the mission of the American…
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Pixie Dust Wishes to host Summer Bingo Night fundraiser
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BOALSBURG — Pixie Dust Wishes will host its 2nd Annual Summer Bingo Night on Saturday, Aug. 22 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Mountain View Country Club (Ballroom at the Wyndham Garden Hotel), 310 Elks Club Rd., Boalsburg. Tickets are $45 and includes 15 games of Cash Bingo, jackpot bingo, one complimentary drink (up to $8),…
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Local cheesemaker earns national recognition
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HOWARD — Goot Essa, a farmstead cheesemaking operation founded in 2001 by John Esh, has received two national honors this year: recognition from the U.S. Small Business Administration and a top placement in the American Cheese Society’s annual competition. John Esh was named the 2026 Western Pennsylvania Rural Small Business Person of the Year by…
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Sports physicals: What parents need to know
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Whether your child is joining their first sports team or preparing for another season of competition, a sports physical is an important step in helping them stay healthy and safe. These exams help identify potential health concerns, assess physical readiness and ensure young athletes can participate with confidence. Here is what parents should know about…
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All about fiber: Why it matters and how to increase your intake
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Fiber is a plant-based nutrient that’s important for keeping your body’s digestion running smoothly. Unlike most other carbs, fiber resists digestion in your small intestine, so it travels through your body mostly unchanged. This trait is what makes fiber so beneficial. Some fibers are fermented in the colon, producing short chain fatty acids that support…
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STUCKEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUNDBREAKING
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Stuckey Automotive on Monday, July 27 held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new 49,300-square-foot Ford dealership facility on a currently vacant parcel across the road from Giant supermarket in Benner Township. Construction is expected to last for two years. Pictured are Centre County Commissioner Mark Higgins, state Rep. Kerry Benninghoff, CBICC President and CEO Greg…
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Kish Bancorp, Inc. appoints members to Board of Directors
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STATE COLLEGE — Kish Bancorp, Inc., parent company of Kish Bank, announced the appointment of three members of its Kish Bank Board of Directors — Jim Foreman of Blair County, Michael Krentzman of Centre County, and John Pannizzo of Mifflin County — to also serve on Kish Bancorp’s Board of Directors. “We are thrilled to…
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Deeds
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The following property transactions were compiled from information provided by Centre County Recorder of Deeds Joseph Davidson. The Gazette is not responsible for typographical errors. The published information is believed to be accurate; however, The Gazette neither warrants nor accepts any liability or responsibility for inaccurate information. Deed Transfers for week of July 12 to…
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Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair to fill historic streets
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BELLEFONTE For more than 40 years, Bellefonte Arts and Crafts Fair has drawn crowds into the heart of this historic Centre County town, and will do so again this year on Friday, Aug. 7 and Saturday, Aug. 8. The event is held on Allegheny and High streets starting at 10 a.m. on both days. The…

