Local News
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Your Weekend Guide: What to Do Around the State College Area
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Looking for ways to spend your weekend in the State College area? Whether you are in the mood for a relaxing glass of wine, a good laugh or family-friendly outdoor adventures, the local community calendar is packed with activities. Here is a roundup of top events happening this weekend, Nov. 13–15. Wine Bingo with Beth at Mt. Nittany Winery Kick off your…
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Big Caftans, Big Hearts: Mrs. Roper Romp Goes Retro for a Good Cause
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Colorful caftans, oversized jewelry and a little nostalgia will come together on Saturday, Nov. 14 for a good cause as Out of the Cold Centre County partners with the Ladies Auxiliary from the American Legion Post 245 for the Mrs. Roper Romp fundraiser to benefit the local homeless shelter.
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Music on the Lawn Moves Indoors for Winter; Picker & Papa Kick Off New Season
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The community concert series in Boalsburg kicks off its indoor season with Picker & Papa performing at Zion Lutheran Church on Sunday, Nov. 15.
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Penn State Student Accused of Fracturing Man’s Skull During Altercation in State College
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Updated 12:02 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2026. A Penn State student is facing charges after police said he fractured a man’s skull during an altercation in downtown State College. Joshua P. Musser, 21, of Lancaster County, was charged on Wednesday with a felony count of aggravated, a misdemeanor count of simple assault and summary counts…
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DCNR Unveils 30-Year Climate Action Plan in Spring Mills
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The plan unveiled at the Mira Lloyd Dock Resource Conservation Center in Spring Mills establishes goals and actions to make the state’s public lands and DCNR operations more sustainable and resilient.
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Phoebe Bridgers Bringing ‘The Lost Tour’ to Bryce Jordan Center in 2027
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Indie rock artist Phoebe Bridgers will make a stop at Penn State next spring as part of an expanded tour behind her latest solo album. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter is scheduled to perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 19, 2027, at the Bryce Jordan Center, with special guest Paper Wings General public tickets go on…
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$16.6M Renovation Planned for Penn State’s Thompson Hall
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One of Penn State’s older dormitories will undergo a $16.6 million renovation, pending approval by the university’s full Board of Trustees on Friday. Plans for Thompson Hall in the West Halls complex include bathroom renovations, an increase in bed capacity and upgrades to student amenities. The board’s Finance and Investment Committee recommended approval on Thursday.…
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State College Area Bubble Tea Shop Closing
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A State College area shop specializing in boba tea, coffee and a variety of specialty drinks is shutting its doors after a little more than three years in business. TeaFé, located at 1633 N. Atherton St. near Walmart in the North Atherton Place shopping center, is closing at the end of November, according to a…
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Big Dean’s Hot Chicken to Close in Downtown State College as Owners Plan ‘New Concept’
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Downtown State College soon will have one fewer place for chicken tenders. Big Dean’s Hot Chicken, 208 W. College Ave., will close on Nov. 25 after five years in business, according to signs inside the restaurant thanking customers for their patronage. The signs encouraged customers to “visit Dean’s staff down the street at Snap Custom…
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Citizens Bank to Close Downtown State College Branch in Early 2027
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A national bank’s downtown State College branch is set to close its doors in 2027. Citizens Bank’s location at 214 E. College Ave. will officially close on Feb. 10, according to a letter recently sent to customers. Erica Weinschenk, vice president of communications for the bank, said there will be no changes to its operating…