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Penn State's DaKaari Nelson 'playing physical' after camp switch to linebacker
It’s not often you see position changes once camp has started and a team gets this close to its season opener, but for a guy like Penn State safety-turned-linebacker DaKaari Nelson, it made a lot of sense. Nelson, a former highly regarded four-star prospect from Alabama, has the frame...
Report: Penn State men's basketball to face Fordham in 2024 Sunshine Slam
Another nonconference opponent is known for the Nittany Lions. Penn State will play Fordham in the first round of the 2024 Sunshine Slam, per Jon Rothstein. The blue and white hold a 3-1 all-time record against Fordham, including winning the most recent matchup in 2014, 73-54. The first round of...
State College Approves Liquor License Transfer for Buffalo Wild Wings
State College Borough Council on Monday unanimously approved a liquor license transfer for a new Buffalo Wild Wings location in a downtown high-rise. State College Wing Company LLC plans to acquire the liquor license from the former Don Patron Mexican Grill, in Patton Township and transfer it to The Maxxen, 131 Hiester Street for the new Buffalo Wild Wings. The LLC is a subsidiary of Grube Family Investments, the largest privately owned franchisee of Buffalo Wild Wings. Council approved the transfer request without comment, having already held a public hearing on Aug. 5 and a brief work session discussion on Aug. 12. The transfer approval...
WATCH: Penn State QB commit Bekkem Kritza tosses two long touchdowns in return to game action
Penn State quarterback commit Bekkem Kritza returned to game action with Miami (Fla.) Central High School last Friday night for a preseason matchup versus Vanguard (Ocala, Fla.). Part of the inaugural Miami Super Showdown Classic, it provided an updated glimpse at the Class of 2025 prospect. The 6-foot-5, 198-pound passer...
Penn State Football Makes Major Beaver Stadium Chicken Basket Announcement
It’s enough to make my mouth water just thinking about the chicken — the tender, white meat in a crisp breading. And the sauces that bring it all together. There is nothing like eating a chicken basket during a Penn State football game. This simple dish has become a Beaver Stadium staple over the years.
Big Ten betting odds: Where is the smart money going?
The college football season kicks off on Saturday, August 24, with Week 0. One of the most popular ways to bet on college football is the Big Ten conference futures bets, as this is where the Penn State Nittany Lions play. As kickoff to the 2024-25 season inches closer each...
UPMC Muncy support staff member honored with BEE Award
Williamsport, Pa. — A staff member with UPMC Muncy has been honored with a BEE Award for his outstanding support of the nursing team. The BEE Award, meaning Be Extraordinary Every Day, recognizes the care team that supports nursing staff and works closely with them to provide patients with the compassion and care they need. Jeff Horn, security officer, Safety and Security, was nominated by a co-worker who shared: ...
Newburgh man arrested for possession of loaded gun stolen in Pennsylvania
NEWBURGH – A 40-year-old Newburgh city man has been arrested in possession of a loaded handgun reported stolen from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Police responded to 46 Carpenter Avenue at around 8 p.m. on Monday, August 12 and found Phillips Peterson with the weapon. He was charged with two...
Pennsylvania's run ends in Little League World Series after 3-1 loss
Evan Taveras struck out 12 Pennsylvania batters in five and two-thirds innings, and Hawaii made two runs in the first inning stand up for a 3-1 Little League World Series victory on Wednesday. That loss eliminated Council Rock Newtown from the tournament. The Bucks County team, representing the Mid-Atlantic Region,...
Pennsylvania’s 2024 high school football preseason rankings
We’re not hours away from the official start of the 2024 high school football season. Hopefully, your Friday football plans are packed up nicely and you’re ready to cheer for your favorite program. Before the first whistle is blown, here’s another look at PennLive’s Pa. preseason football rankings....
Trump Assassination Attempt Shows Long-Standing Flaws in Secret Service Protections
Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. He’d warned them. Butler Township Police Officer Drew Blasko paced angrily along the AGR building, where just minutes before a gunman had clambered atop the roof, aimed an AR-15-style rifle at Donald Trump and fired, striking the former president. As Blasko and other officers stood guard near a loading bay behind the building, he recounted a meeting earlier in the week with the Secret Service. “I told them that fucking Tuesday,” he said. “I told...
2024 Mid-Penn Commonwealth boys soccer preview: picks, predictions and preseason MVP
The high school boys soccer season is about to kick off in Pennsylvania, and Mid-Penn Conference teams are set to chase divisional pennants and vie for postseason bids. PennLive fielded its annual coach’s survey to gather picks and predictions for how the Mid-Penn’s divisions will shake out in 2024. Here’s who coaches tabbed as the top returning teams in the Commonwealth Division, as well as the preseason MVP:
State College is now a trans sanctuary city. Here’s what that means for the LGBTQ community
“As a transgender member of our community, the work that you are doing here tonight is life saving,” one supporter told the council before the resolution was passed.
Penn State freshman OL Cooper Cousins ‘hard to keep off the field’
James Franklin is often in his office late at night, but he’s not the only one in the facility who works in the dark. As Franklin peaked out his window, he watched in confusion as Cooper Cousins pumped out practice pass sets on the practice field under the State College stars.
Penn State set to face Virginia, West Chester in second straight homestand
One week removed from its 4-0 season-opening victory over No. 8 Texas Tech, No. 4 Penn State is set to return to Jeffrey Field for two matchups against Virginia and West Chester. The game was nationally televised as the Nittany Lions pounced on the Red Raiders, starting their season 1-0...
Pocono resort to hold career fairs for seasonal, full-time positions
TANNERSVILLE, Pa. - A resort in the Poconos is holding five career fairs to fill seasonal and year-round jobs. Camelback Resort says there are over 200 positions available. Two of the upcoming fairs in August will focus on housekeeping careers. Friday, August 23, from 4 to 6 p.m., 4th floor...
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