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Sweetheart dance offers local singles chance to mingle

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:01 EST

With Valentines Day upon us, many local couples will likely be enjoying romantic dinners and exchanging gifts with their significant others. For those who are unattached, the holiday can make…

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Our Lady of Victory Honor Roll for second marking period 2011 – 2012

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:32 EST

High Honor Roll 6th Grade Sarah Authier, Jacob Cusatis, Robert Shirey, Justin Vescio, 7th grade Alexander Burka, Brendan Cawley, Charlotte Erb, Michael Peters, Maria Rodriguez-Hertz, Isabel Sicree, Hannah Straub, Audrey…

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Organic waste collection set for 2013 start

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE Residents will be able to place carts of coffee grounds and apple cores at the street for collection starting in January 2013, after Borough Council voted Monday…

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Food fosters community interaction

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:01 EST

Most people enjoy going out every now and then to enjoy good food and company. In the next couple of weeks, Centre Region residents will have opportunities to partake in…

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State College schools a leader in tech tools

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE — Despite budgets cut last year, State College Area schools still have more computers and tablet devices than other similar school districts.

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State College Area School District eyes sports fees

Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:01 EST

Educators in the State College Area School District are studying the idea of charging students a fee to play sports, perform in the marching band or participate in other clubs.

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Young Scholars students channel inner scientists at robotics contest

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:01 EST

Building robots and other high-tech devices may seem like the domain of scientists and engineers.

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Select local Girl Scouts to receive presidential honor

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:01 EST

The Girls Scouts of Troop 4-1230 in Port Matilda had a remarkably productive year in 2011. Six girls who devoted a significant number of hours to community service will be…

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Residents recall King with service

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:01 EST

On Monday, people across the U.S. will observe Martin Luther King Day, which marks the birthday of the slain civil rights leader. In the Centre Region, people will commemorate Kings…

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Schlow children’s program to promote language diversity

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:01 EST

One of the best things about living in the Centre Region is the diversity of its residents. People come to Happy Valley from all parts of the globe, and the…

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Debate continues over poultry policy

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 00:01 EST

HARRIS TOWNSHIP A draft ordinance to allow chickens on residential lots is still ruffling feathers, but is one step closer to approval, with at least one more opportunity for…

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Borough talks sprucing up Pugh Street

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE — Borough staff discussed more detail this week of a new streetscape for the 100 block of South Pugh, seizing an opportunity for change after removing three diseased…

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Benefit show will feature rare musical instrument

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:01 EST

The holiday season is upon us once again, and many people are busy buying gifts for family and friends, planning parties and making plans to visit loved ones.

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State College budget reserves funding police

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE Borough Council agreed Monday night to use budget reserves for one more year to make sure the police department is funded at 65 officers, previously determined by…

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Police chief urges State College to add staff

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE — A desire to continue in some form a program addressing tenant and landlord conflicts and discussion on whether to staff 62 or 65 police officers topped ongoing…

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State College school board replaces Pawelczyk with Leous as vice president

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE After weeks of behind-the-scenes talks and a pointed debate Monday night, State College Area school board members voted 5-4 to replace Jim Pawelczyk as board vice president…

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Council to close Hetzel Street 10 months for construction

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE Residents who use Hetzel Street to access downtown and Penn States campus will have to choose another route in 2012.

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COG tweaks park, pool loans

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:01 EST

BOALSBURG Centre Region elected officials Monday night approved refinancing of the loans for the start of construction on two regional parks and the renovation of the Park Forest and…

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Board puts focus on State College Area High School

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE School board members and district leaders are turning their attention back to the high school.

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Lack of funding threatens police program

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:01 EST

STATE COLLEGE — A year-old police patrol program in borough neighborhoods could be in jeopardy without a permanent funding stream to keep 65 officers on the payroll.

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