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Letter from the Editor: Nadine Kofman taught us through her writing
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One sure trait of an old-school journalist is a blunt way with words. Direct, economical, no pretense. And always looking to inform. That was Nadine Kofman’s style, and it was one of the things I enjoyed about working with her. Nadine, who passed away March 30 at the age of 75, wrote the…
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Letter from the Editor: It’s the Guys’ Turn
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In March, we celebrated some of the remarkable women who make Centre County such a great place to live. This month, some of the men who make this community special get their turn in the spotlight, beginning on page 60. It’s also a good time to meet the men in our office who –…
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Letter from the Editor: Celebrating Remarkable Women
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Each March, we feature a special section in Town&Gown celebrating just some of the remarkable women of Centre County. Many of those highlighted naturally have high-profile positions, but we know that for each one of those outstanding women, there are many more doing great work, often behind the scenes. So, what better time…
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Letter from the Editor: A Meeting at a Courthouse
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I met my wife at a libel trial. Thankfully, neither of us was on trial. I was covering the case for a local newspaper in Connecticut, and Paula, a reporter at a different paper, had been called to testify. The introduction outside the courthouse was brief and our paths did not cross again…
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Lunch with Mimi: The American Cancer Society’s Tammy Ahles
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According to the Pennsylvania Department of Health, there are 78,000 new diagnosed cases of cancer in Pennsylvania each year with a 63 percent five-year survival rate. The American Cancer Society’s mission is to free the world from cancer by providing funding, conducting research, sharing expert information, supporting patients, and spreading the word about prevention. As…
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Taste of the Month: Town&Gown staffers share their favorite holiday indulgences
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’Tis the season to celebrate holiday baking, and the best recipes are the ones that double as gifts. Whether you’re throwing a party for family and friends or searching for the perfect hostess gift, everyone appreciates a homemade, edible treat from the heart of your kitchen. This holiday season, involve the kids and surprise Santa…
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Lunch with Mimi: David Gray, Penn State senior VP for finance and business/treasurer, on state support, demographics
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David Gray took the helm as senior vice president for finance and business/treasurer at Penn State in February 2012. He is tasked to oversee all financial decisions of the university and its operations, including the strategic planning process of the offices of Auxiliary and Business Services, Commonwealth Operations, Corporate Controller, Diversity and Inclusion, Enterprise Project…
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Lunch with Mimi: Geisinger Western Region CAO Kirk Thomas
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Geisinger Western Region CAO Kirk Thomas dis-cusses the importance of innovation as healthcare continues to evolve
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Jazz artist Jay Vonada and his quartet get set to release a CD with many moods and grooves
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At the age of 12, when many kids are focused on video games, Jay Vonada started to learn to play his dad’s trombone, which his father used to play in the Legion band in Aaronsburg back in the 1950s. “My brother, who plays trumpet, started teaching me on the trombone and then I was…
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Vet, wounded in combat, and his service dog are inseparable on Penn State’s campus
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Edward Bonfiglio, a senior rehabilitation and human services major, can often be found in one of the many Penn State gyms as he exercises between his classes. Bonfiglio, from Runnemede, New Jersey, always has his best workout pal with him. That pal is a service dog named Bravo. “Everyone knows Bravo, and…