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New Nittany Mall Restaurant to Offer Sushi and More
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A new restaurant offering sushi, Japanese curry, bánh mì, poke bowls, boba tea and more is set to open in the Nittany Mall. Sushi Yume will hold a grand opening beginning Monday, June 1, in its walk-up space at the southwestern end of the mall near the Happy Valley Casino, according to its website and…
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In the Field: Getting ‘Grounded in Boalsburg’ With Music on the Lawn
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This is the first in a series by Eric Zimmett called “In the Field,” in which he covers stories happening around town through field photography, field notes, and observations, focusing on how people, organizations, and businesses connect in the community. The big tree overlooking the lawn on Old Boalsburg Road provided shade on May 17…
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State College Celebrates Grand Opening of East End Social, Downtown’s ‘Summer Living Room’
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Music, food, beverages and community members filled Hiester Street on a picture-perfect Thursday evening as State College celebrated the grand opening of what organizers have called downtown’s “summer living room.” East End Social, an initiative by the Downtown State College Improvement District and Comet Properties, is a seasonal pocket park between East College Avenue and…
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State College Man Sentenced to Prison for Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material
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A State College man was sentenced to federal prison on Wednesday after pleading guilty to possessing and distributing images and videos depicting child sexual abuse. Jeffrey Stormer, 64, was ordered to serve eight years and one month in prison followed by 10 years of supervised release. U.S. Middle District of Pennsylvania Judge Matthew Brann recommended…
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10th Annual Family Fishing Picnic Offers Family-Friendly Outdoor Fun
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Spring Creek Chapter Trout Unlimited will welcome community members of all ages to the 10th Annual Family Fishing Picnic from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 7, at Tussey Mountain Pond. The free, family-friendly event offers a fun-filled afternoon of fishing, outdoor activities and environmental education. ClearWater Conservancy is a partner and supporter of…
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Bob Perks Fund Launching ‘$20K for 20 Years’ Campaign to Support Local Cancer Patients
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The Bob Perks Cancer Assistance Fund is celebrating its 20th year in 2026, and to mark the occasion the State College-based nonprofit is launching a special fundraising campaign. The “$20K for 20 Years” Online Giving Campaign will launch on June 1 and will run for 20 weeks. The campaign goal of $20,000 will provide funding…
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5-Day Closure Planned on Jacksonville Road for Work on High-Speed Interchange Project
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Part of Jacksonville Road will be closed for five days as work continues on the high-speed interchange project connecting Interstates 80 and 99 near Bellefonte, according to PennDOT. The road will be closed between the on-off ramps for I-80 eastbound and I-80 westbound starting Monday, June 1, for crews to complete drainage work. During the…
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Local Historia: The Central PA Legend Who Taught America to Sing
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In the era of snap orchestras, swing and the Big Band, one personality rose from the industrial heart of Pennsylvania to captivate audiences across the country and “taught America how to sing”: Fred Waring.
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Local Newsrooms File Lawsuit Seeking to End Penn State Board of Trustees ‘Gag Policy’
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The federal lawsuit filed by three local news outlets, including StateCollege.com, argues that speech restrictions imposed on members of Penn State’s Board of Trustees over the last two years are unconstitutional and should be struck down.
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State College Area Roller Derby to Host Pride-Themed Bout Benefiting Centre LGBT+
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State College Area Roller Derby will host a Pride-themed home team game at C3 Sports on Saturday, when the Happy Valley Hellbenders will take on the Nittany Nightmares in a matchup that blends competition with community support.