Town&Gown
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Local Nonprofit Leaders Focus on Making a Difference for Others
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One of the many things that make the State College area worthy of the nickname “Happy Valley” is the abundance of nonprofit organizations working to meet the needs of our […]
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Locals Collect Christmas Spirit
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Delights abound during the December holidays, a time of giving and gathering to celebrate traditions, family, faith, and fun. Holiday decorations and movies add sparkle, joy, and a touch of […]
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Jessi Blanarik: ‘Wine is for everyone’
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As a certified sommelier (wine steward) with a master’s degree in wine tourism and sustainability, Jessi Blanarik knows what she is talking about when it comes to vino, that is […]
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Pine Grove Hall Adds Flour & Stone, New Menu
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History meets present day in Pine Grove Mills at Pine Grove Hall and Flour & Stone. The two restaurants are located in the heart of the small village along Route […]
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Donna Rochon: A life of artistic adventure
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Chunky beads in bold colors, along with whimsical charms, comprise the necklaces, bracelets, and earrings created by Bellefonte jewelry artist Donna Rochon of Studio 337 Designs. “This jewelry isn’t for […]
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All Aboard for Penn State!
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Cruising down Interstate 99, driving along U.S. Route 322, or even meandering through forgotten villages along the backroads of Pennsylvania, it’s easy to lose sight of how difficult travel used […]
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Brandeis Puts ‘Heart and Soul’ into Inn, Penn Stater updates
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Gary Brandeis, founder and chief executive officer of the Scholar Hotel Group, is a seasoned veteran of the hospitality business. But as a Penn State alumnus, renovating and reopening the […]
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From Surplus to Sold: ‘Get here early’
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Nate Setar and his roommates needed the right furniture for their Penn State student apartment. But they were on college student budgets. Enter Lion Surplus. “Discovering low-cost furniture made our […]
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Cookie Exchanges: Good Cookies + Good Friends
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The delectable and time-honored tradition of the cookie exchange thrives in Happy Valley. In the days following Thanksgiving, roasted turkeys throughout the nation get relegated to soups, salads, and sandwiches […]
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Have a Happy Holiday Vacation
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It was a few days before Christmas, and instead of shopping for some last-minute gifts or getting ready for the First Night 5K, Dave and Elise Aungst were hitting the […]
