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Penn State in EA Sports College Football 25: Takeaways on the virtual Nittany Lions
Lions247 spent the past four days playing EA Sports College Football 25. As the game hits its official release date, we offer our takeaways on Penn State, the game and more. The past four days have marked the culmination of a decade of waiting: EA Sports returned to the college football video game space with the aptly named College Football 25. The anticipation was rewarded with a product that — while imperfect — features the familiar beats that video game-inclined college football fans will gravitate toward.
PSU Basketball Sights and Sounds: Summer Workouts are Underway
Penn State basketball’s goal is to make it to the NCAA Tournament. What the team does in July won’t be talked about my media and fans too much come March but is still essential to building a successful season. The presence of Miles Goodman could also be essential...
Kerkvliet: NLWC ‘killers’ push entire Penn State wrestling room
Cael Sanderson had turned Penn State wrestling into one of the top programs in college sports. A central piece to this success is the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club, both for its role in preparing the Penn State wrestlers on the mat during the collegiate season and for representing the program on the international stage. This summer, the NLWC, and subsequently, the Nittany Lions program, will be on display for the world to see at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Penn State wrestling great Zain Retherford set for 1st Olympics
Ahead of the Paris Olympics, Zain Retherford holds the Team USA position for 65 kilograms. With the 65 kilogram class tournament set for Aug. 10-11, Retherford’s path through the bracket will be especially difficult as an unseeded contender. After falling short of the total United World Wrestling points needed...
Penn State professor named to advisory board of National Smell and Taste Center
University Park, Pa. — A Penn State sensory expert has been appointed to the external scientific advisory board of the newly established National Smell and Taste Center at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). John Hayes, professor of food science and director of the Sensory Evaluation Center in the...
$5M settlement reached in suit over medical death of Pa. county prison inmate
A federal judge in Scranton has been asked to approve a $5 million settlement with the final two defendants in the wrongful death suit brought by the mother and estate of a man who died in the Clinton County Correctional Facility. The proposed settlement with WellPath of Wilmington, Delaware, and...
Penn State Football Recruit LaVar Arrington II Praised for Versatility and Commitment
Penn State football legacy commit LaVar Arrington II is highlighted for his versatility, with his high school coach praising his ability to play every position on the field. Despite being a three-star recruit, Arrington's potential and talent stand out, drawing interest from other top programs. His commitment to Penn State adds depth to their 2025 recruiting class, currently ranked 17th nationally.
GO Joe 27 “Year of Inflatables” to Kick-Off in Lock Haven
LOCK HAVEN-WNEP’s Joe Snedeker will kick off the 27th year of GO Joe, a charity bike ride for St. Joseph’s Center, in Clinton County. Below is a post from Clinton County Tourism Director Kira Rosamilia with all the important details of how you can be a part of this special event, starting Sunday night during the Summer Concert Series and continuing on Monday morning. See below for details.
Somerset County volunteer fire companies vote to merge
SOMERSET COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Two volunteer fire companies in Somerset County announced they are creating a new merged organization. Over the past year and a half, the Fridens Volunteer Fire Company said they’ve been working closely with the Somerset Vol. Fire Department in creating one merged organization. On Wednesday, July 17, members voted and […]
2024 wing festival kicks off at PNG Field in Altoona
ALTOONA, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Altoona Curve kicked off their first “s’WINGfest” night at People’s Natural Gas Field on Thursday. The event replaced the former “Wing Fest” that was usually held at Legion Park. The last event was held in 2023 before it was canceled. Fans had free admission into the stadium and walked along […]
Police investigating alleged face and neck stabbing incident in Carlisle
CARLISLE, Pa. (WHTM) — Carlisle Police are investigating a reported stabbing incident that occurred earlier today. According to the Carlisle Police Department, on July 20 at about 9:16 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 400 block of North Hanover Street for a reported stabbing. Upon arrival, officers say they...
Iconic 1958 Chevrolet Apache Restored for STA-BIL’s 60th Anniversary: A Unique Classic Truck Up for Auction
The enduring popularity of the Chevrolet Apache is a testament to the enduring passion of car enthusiasts. Introduced in 1958, the Apache served as the final act for the Task Force series and a brief introduction to the legendary C/K trucks. While its primary purpose was useful, the Apache’s production...
Delegation from Gettysburg’s Japanese Sister City visits Gettysburg
Officials from Gettysburg’s sister city, Sekigahara (seck-ee-GUH-hahr-uh), Japan, spent time this week visiting with officials from the National Park Service, Gettyburg Borough, and economic development and tourism agencies in a cultural exchange of ideas and programs. The team is working toward a World Battlefield Summit planned for late 2025...
Community names Broad Street Market temporary structure “Tenty McTentface”
The people of Harrisburg have spoken. The Broad Street Market’s temporary tent has a name: “Tenty McTentface.”. The market announced in May that it would take community suggestions of names for the tent, which provides temporary space for vendors in place of the brick building, which was ravaged by fire a year ago.
New ‘Tex-Mex’ restaurant debuts in York County
YORK COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A new quick-service, ‘Tex-Mex’ restaurant recently made its debut in Western York County. The new Poblano Tex-Mex Grill in York is owned and operated by Pablo Ayala, who officially debuted his new quick-service Mexican restaurant back on Wednesday, July 17. Poblano Tex-Mex Grill is located at 2150 White Street suite […]
Hefty Lefty's: Popular Central Market sub shop to open a second location in Red Lion
Hefty Lefty's, a business located in Central Market known for their hoagies and cheesesteaks, announced this week that they will be opening a second location in the soon-to-be Franklin Street Social food hall in Red Lion. The stand went viral this year for their signature method for making hoagies, where...
Sanitizer stored next to hot dog buns: Lancaster County restaurant inspections, July 19, 2024
The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers. Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, mobile food facility Type 3, 7 Snyder Hill Road, Lititz, July 12. Pass. Counter, abutting window ledge and screens in the food prep area, with a buildup of old food and old food residue and needs to be cleaned. Hand-wash sink not draining properly and needs to be repaired. Air return vent above ovens with a buildup of static dust and needs cleaning.
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