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State College Man Killed in Blair County Crash
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A State College man died in a head-on collision early Tuesday morning on Interstate 99 in Blair County. Joshua Russell Brown, 40, was driving a Toyota Tundra pickup truck northbound in a southbound lane at about 12:35 a.m. near mile marker 42.6 in Antis Township when he crashed into a Volvo tractor-trailer, according to state…
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Downtown State College Improvement District Reauthorized for 10 More Years
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The organization responsible for many downtown State College events and programs, along with supporting and promoting the borough’s business community, will continue its work for at least another decade. State College Borough Council on Monday unanimously approved the renewal of the Downtown State College Improvement District through Dec. 31, 2036. The district includes 498 properties…
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Where Is Penn State Ranked in 2026 Preseason Coaches Poll?
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Despite a disappointing collapse last season and a major staff and roster overhaul, Penn State is still highly thought of heading into 2026. The Nittany Lions slotted in at No. 17 in the preseason coaches poll after finishing last season unranked. They’re the sixth-highest ranked Big Ten team and one of eight total ranked teams…
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Pa. Small Towns Set to Get Latest Wave of Federal Funding for EV Chargers
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Pennsylvania leads the nation in building new federally funded electric vehicle charging stations.
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Broadway Hits, International Performers to Take the Stage in Penn State Center for the Performing Arts’ 2026-27 Season
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Four Broadway productions, internationally acclaimed dance companies and world-renowned musicians will take the stage at Penn State this year as the Center for the Performing Arts announced its 2026-27 season, featuring performances, community programs and educational opportunities beginning this fall. The season, which runs from October through April, features touring productions of “The Wiz,” “Clue,”…
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Hook: Why Soccer Can Be a Long-Term Revenue Growth Opportunity for Penn State
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Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock the last few years, you are eminently aware of one thing here in Happy Valley: Penn State’s athletic department wants your money! From sponsorships to donations to tickets to fees and beyond, it seems like everything associated with Penn State sports is now monetized. Why, even our beloved…
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State College Borough Working on Deal to Acquire Addison Court, Maintain Low-Income Senior Apartments
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State College Borough is working on an agreement to buy Arnold Addison Court and ensure it is maintained as low-income apartments for seniors and people with disabilities, a move that would end months of uncertainty and angst for the downtown building’s residents. “During the past few months, the borough has been meeting with the owner…
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Mount Nittany Workers ‘Deeply Disappointed’ by New Offer in First Negotiations After Strike
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Mount Nittany Medical Center officials and its unionized workers returned to the negotiating table on Monday, but remained no closer to an agreement on a new contract than they were before a five-day strike that concluded on Saturday morning. The latest proposal from hospital executives included 2% across-the-board wage increases for each of the next…
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Commentary: I Became a Nurse to Care for the Community That Raised Me. I Went on Strike So I Can Continue to Be a Part of It
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I didn’t become a nurse to get rich. I became a nurse because I wanted to care for people in the community that raised me. This isn’t just where I work; it’s home. I grew up here. My parents live here. My children are growing up here. I wanted to spend my career taking care…
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Who Will Be Penn State’s Best Players in 2026?
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On paper, Penn State’s 2026 roster features substantially less talent than the previous year. The Nittany Lions lost five-star recruits Drew Allar (Pittsburgh Steelers), Nick Singleton (Tennessee Titans), Dani Dennis-Sutton (Green Bay Packers), Luke Reynolds (Virginia Tech), Nolan Rucci (Indianapolis Colts) and J’Ven Williams (Charlotte) this offseason, along with numerous four-star prospects. To backfill, the…
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