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Memorial Day
Boalsburg lays claim to being the birthplace of Memorial Day with observances dating back to 1864. At that time Emma Hunter, Sophie Keller, and Elizabeth Meyer paid tribute to loved ones lost in the Civil War by placing flowers on their graves. Boalsburg’s annual honoring of US military men and women who died while in service to their country. Below are some events happening around the area and a basic listing of events happening in Boalsburg.
Memorial Day Events
CATA Increases Hours for Service from Centre Region to County Government Buildings in Bellefonte
Local NewsA recently introduced Centre Area Transportation Authority service providing access from the Centre Region to county government buildings in Bellefonte will be available for more hours starting Monday, July 29. […]
Philipsburg VFW Kicks Off ‘Honor Our Veterans’ Mural Project
Centre County GazetteA new mural project in Philipsburg is in the works. The Philipsburg Louis Jenkins Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3450 and officials from the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau are hosting […]
PennDOT Sets Next Public Meeting for State College Area Connector Project
Local NewsPennDOT has moved to the next phase for the planned State College Area Connector and will hold its first public meeting on the project since 2022 in August. The department […]
When and Where to Watch Penn State’s Olympians
Centre County GazetteWith so many different sports and events occurring, it can be hard to keep track of when each Nittany Lion will be competing. With that in mind, here’s a breakdown of when and where you can watch the pride of the blue and white at the start of this international competition.
Inside Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro’s Support for Private School Vouchers
EducationShapiro, believed to be on Kamala Harris’ vice president shortlist, did not express public support for school vouchers until running for governor.
