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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ELKS DONATE TO LOCAL SCOUTS
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Bellefonte Elks Lodge 1094 recently approved a $500 donation to Bellefonte’s Scouting America Troop 35. The all-girl troop is very active with community-related events, fund-raising, and Eagle Scout-related activities. The donation will be used to fund a variety of events commensurate with the Scouts mission. Pictured from left are Scout Committee Chair Claudia Vinnedge, Elks…
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Reduce your risk for skin cancer this summer
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Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but it is also one of the most preventable and treatable when caught early. In fact, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer by the age of 70, and just five or more sunburns can double your risk of developing melanoma, the deadliest…
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Penn Highlands Healthcare honors graduating residents and fellows
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STATE COLLEGE — Penn Highlands Healthcare recently announced the graduation of its Graduate Medical Education program residents and fellows in family medicine, psychiatry and sports medicine.This year’s graduating class represents excellence in patient care, clinical training and medical education. Of the 13 graduates, five will remain with Penn Highlands Healthcare.Wesley Michael Paul, MD, who completed…
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Enduring lessons
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When I choose a topic for this column, sometimes I am very present to the concept and the writing just flows. Other times, I need to… wait. Wait for inspiration. Wait for clarity. A few days ago, the topic of waiting came to me. Waiting is something we often discuss in the various grief education…
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Crickfest returns to Penns Valley in September
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COBURN — Get ready for a day of music, local food, laughter, and learning as Crickfest returns to Coburn Park on Saturday, Sept. 5. Hosted by the Penns Valley Conservation Association, this beloved annual festival invites community members and visitors alike to celebrate the natural beauty and vibrant spirit of Penns Valley. Held from 10…
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Movie review: “The Odyssey”
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By Bob Garver Few film adaptations require more ambition than Homer’s “The Odyssey,” the quintessential epic. And perhaps no filmmaker is more ambitious than Christopher Nolan, the man who told an entire story backward with “Memento,” conquered the superhero genre with his “Dark Knight” trilogy, and dominated the Oscars three years ago with “Oppenheimer.” If…
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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 5 —…
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Hard Faith seeks local extras for suicide prevention film trilogy
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CENTRE COUNTY — For more than a decade, Hard Faith has returned to central Pennsylvania with cameras, actors and film crews. This summer, the nonprofit organization hopes local residents will once again help bring an important story to life. Hard Faith will film “REST” and “God Is Beautiful” from Aug. 1 through Sept. 5 at…
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ShelterFest returns to support Out of the Cold’s mission
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STATE COLLEGE — It doesn’t always take a major crisis to leave someone without a place to call home. Sometimes it’s a lost job. A medical injury. An unexpected car repair. A family conflict. For many people living paycheck to paycheck, it can happen faster than most realize. That’s why Out of the Cold is…
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Meet the press — at The Press!
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STATE COLLEGE — Have you ever wondered who the people are behind the news stories you read, whether it is in print, online, or told behind a camera? Now is your opportunity to meet us! Meet the Press at The Press will be held at East End Social/The Press Cider & Craft Beverage Taphouse on…
