Town and Gown
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Buckhout Greenhouse: Oasis of Plant Life
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The Eberly College of Science’s Buckhout Greenhouse, one of Penn State’s best-kept secrets, offers a unique experience for students, faculty, and visitors alike. Nestled in the heart of campus, just […]
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Penns Valley Bound with The Stillhouse
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I know I may say this too often, but the growth of the craft beverage industry in this area blows my mind. From craft breweries to cideries to distilleries and […]
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Terrapin Execs Focus on Medical Marijuana
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Chris Woods’ road to becoming the founder of a cannabis business with a growing presence in Central Pennsylvania had roots at Penn State. But it was hardly a grand plan. […]
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St. Patrick’s Day Flood of 1936
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In Central Pennsylvania, few disasters linger in the memories of our communities like the St. Patrick’s Day flood of March 17, 1936. The winter of 1935-36 was particularly harsh, and […]
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Pass the Dutchie Offers Elevated Comfort Food With a Pennsylvania Dutch Twist
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All are “wilkum” for an evening of elevated comfort food with a Pennsylvania Dutch twist at Pass the Dutchie in Reedsville. Some familiar faces are responsible for one of the […]
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Centre County celebrates ‘Ireland forever’ through music, dance & drink
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From the “discovery” of Penns Valley by Irish-born General James Potter in 1764 to the many Scotch-Irish early settlers who soon followed, Centre County’s Irish heritage has had a long, […]
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Swing, Salsa, Cha-Cha & More
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Rod and Ann Hart started Centre Ballroom to revive the tradition of community ballroom dances in Centre County. In December 2022, the Harts had retired and moved to State College […]
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A Charitable Tradition: Bellefonte Elks and the Garver Fund
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By Matt Farley This year commemorates the 50th anniversary of the David B. Garver Trust Fund, which has contributed close to $1 million to local organizations and scholarships throughout its […]
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Four Truly Unique Houses in Centre County
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Centre County has an abundance of houses that are unusual and memorable in one or more ways — style, construction, decoration, innovations, or history. Four standouts that are truly unique […]
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Tradition by the Slice: Angelo’s Pizzeria
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Family tradition is served by the slice at Angelo’s Pizzeria in Boalsburg. Located along Business Route 322, Angelo’s is a casual, family-friendly restaurant that has featured pizza, strombolis, subs, salads, […]
