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Touring Acts Coming to State College in 2026
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As the calendar turns to a new year, the entertainment calendar in State College is taking shape. Here’s a look at what’s on the schedule so far to make a […]
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The Junction 144: Simple … but Delicious
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This story originally appeared in the December 2025 issue of Town&Gown magazine. Ashley Snook always dreamt of having her own restaurant, but when the opportunity came up to open a […]
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Regional Halal Restaurant Chain to Open Downtown State College Location
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A growing regional chain of fast casual halal restaurants is coming to downtown State College. Sizzling Bites Halal Grill is planning to open at 129 S. Pugh St., according to […]
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First Night to Welcome New Year in State College With Ice Sculptures, Performances and Resolution Run
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First Night State College will return to downtown State College on Dec. 31 with an alcohol-free, all-day celebration of the arts featuring ice sculptures, live performances and the annual Resolution […]
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Detour Planned for Work on I-80/I-99 Interchange in Centre County
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Work on the high-speed interchange project connecting Interstates 80 and 99 near Bellefonte will cause a detour for some travelers beginning in January. The detour will be in place starting […]
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Penn State Board Deliberated Its Business in Public More Often This Year, Spotlight PA Analysis Shows
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The university’s governing body spent 22% of its public meeting time in 2025 discussing Penn State business — a new high in recent years.
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Centre County Coroner Identifies 3 Killed in Christmas Day Crash
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Three members of a Lock Haven family were killed in a Christmas Day crash in Howard Township, the Centre County Coroner’s Office reported on Monday. Diana Lyons, 37, Richard Harriott, […]
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IHOP Closing State College Location
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IHOP is permanently closing its State College restaurant after nearly 12 years in business. The restaurant chain’s location at 1661 S. Atherton St. is scheduled to end dining room service […]
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$250K-Winning Cash 5 Lottery Ticket Sold in Centre County
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It’s a very happy holiday season for one Pennsylvania Lottery player in Centre County. A jackpot-winning ticket worth $250,000 (less withholding) for the Christmas Eve Cash 5 with Quick Cash […]
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Bellefonte Apartment Heavily Damaged in Fire
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Three residents were displaced after a fire caused heavy damage to a Bellefonte apartment on Friday. Fire companies were dispatched just before 11:30 a.m. to 135 W. Logan St., where […]