Karen Walker, Town&Gown
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The Philosophy of Hope concert will present Bellefonte man’s tale of tragedy and resilience
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At the risk of sounding too cliché, it is hard not to compare Ken Baxter’s life story to that of the metaphorical phoenix rising from the ashes. His journey has […]
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‘Five-Star Rustic’: Godspeed Events and Lodging Brings Hostel Hospitality to Central PA
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Six years ago, the site of the former Jarcy’s Motel in Port Matilda was overgrown, littered with abandoned RVs, and covered in piles of trash that had accumulated over a 25-year period – in short, it was an eyesore. But when Bart Grande looked at the 20 acres of land spanning two sides of Bald…
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With Boots-on-the-Ground Detail, Purple Lizard Maps Have Become a Staple for Outdoors Enthusiasts
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Michael Hermann, founder of Purple Lizard Maps, is an old school mapmaker in a GPS world.
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Commemorating the Beginning of the End: On the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, 2 Centre County Vets Reflect
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For a dwindling number of surviving veterans, June 6, 1944, and the ensuing battle represents much more than a date in a history book – it was a firsthand experience and a life-shaping event. Local veterans Fred Abramson and Ken Spicer were two of the hundreds of thousands of American troops who p
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Boalsburg Charm: History, Tradition Remain at the Heart of This Fast-Growing Community
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Back in 1809, land speculator Andrew Stroup sold 60 tracts of land by lottery for $11 each, thus establishing the village that would become Boalsburg. Then known as Springfield, its high-quality freshwater spring and location at a strategic Pennsylvania crossroads made it a desirable place to settle
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State College Framing Company welcomes spring with Secret Gardens show
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STATE COLLEGE—The State College Framing Company and Gallery will be celebrating spring with a new exhibit, Secret Gardens, featuring three unique expressions of art. The show will kick off with […]
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Nittany Theatre’s 2019 season offers something for everyone
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BOALSBURG — Nittany Theatre at the Barn is celebrating two significant anniversaries in 2019, as it marks both the fifth season of summer stock theatre produced by Nittany Theatre and […]
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New Facilities Help Shaver’s Creek Educate the Next Generation of Conservationists
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Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is situated in a tranquil setting so removed from the hubbub of a bustling campus and ongoing construction, it’s easy to forget that this nature-lover’s mecca is a mere 20-minute drive from downtown State College.
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THON Family Relations Committee Fosters Community of Support for Young Cancer Patients and Their Loved Ones
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The financial support aspect of THON has been well publicized. The emotional support element may not be as well-documented or as easy to quantify, but it is just as vital to THON’s purpose – and the family relations committee exists to help the entire THON community uphold that responsibility.
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Q&A with Shizuka and Sam Buckley, Founders of Giv Local
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In June 2018, Shizuka Buckley, her husband, Sam Buckley, and their friend, Christian Baum, launched Giv Local – a State College-based credit card processing company with a socially responsible twist.