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Thermostats and Thermometers: Penn State QB Drew Allar Learning not to Dwell When Things go Wrong
One of the signature images of Drew Allar’s first season as Penn State football’s starting quarterback was of him in tears. On a beautiful mid-October afternoon in Columbus, Allar played in what was then the biggest game of his career against the team he, as a Medina, Ohio, native, grew up rooting for, Ohio State.
Penn State Basketball: Why Freddie Dilione is the most important team transfer for 2024-25
There’s little question that Penn State is known as a football school, though that hasn’t stopped the basketball program from having notable moments. That being said, the Nittany Lions aren’t regular contenders in the Big Ten and 2023’s breakthrough wasn’t exactly sustained. Last year was the first under new head coach Mike Rhoades and his first squad did a decent effort even while finishing below .500 on the year.
Penn State enters 2024 as a top-10 team per SP+ rankings
Earlier this week, ESPN's Bill Connelly released his final SP+ rankings of the offseason ahead of the 2024 college football season kicking off next week and Connelly's rankings are high on Penn State entering this fall. JOIN TODAY AND GET 30 DAYS FREE! | THE LIONS DEN FORUM | PENN...
5 potential breakout players for Penn State women’s basketball in 2023-24
Despite coming off a strong season in 2023, there are a lot of unanswered questions and roles that need to be filled for the Lady Lions. Penn State lost significant star power in the offseason with Ashley Owusu declaring for the WNBA draft and both Leilani Kapinus and Shay Ciezki joining new teams via the transfer portal.
Penn State women’s volleyball position preview | Middle blockers, setters
Headlined by experienced returning starters and highly rated recruits, Penn State’s middle blockers and setters are set up for success in the 2024 season. Four players make up the middle blocker room, giving the blue and white depth at the position. Middle blockers. Taylor Trammell returns for her fifth...
Libraries’ Hamer Foundation grant expands remote access for military students
University Park, Pa. — Penn State University Libraries has received a $30,000 grant from the Hamer Foundation to expand access and investigate ways to ship materials to Penn State students with military affiliation studying remotely at United States military bases. Provided through a competitive proposal process, the grant aims...
Back-to-School Season is Here: Key Info for Local School Districts
As the summer days begin to wane, it's almost time for students to head back to school. The excitement of a new academic year brings with it the anticipation of new challenges, friends, and experiences. To help parents, students, and teachers prepare, here's a quick overview of key information for our local school district.
Penn State Global, Fox Graduate School announce graduate student travel grants
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — The J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School at Penn State and Penn State Global announce that applications for graduate student international travel grants for the fall 2024 semester is open until Sept. 30. Students will be informed of a decision on their application by mid-November. Awards are usable for conferences taking place through August 2025.
WGAL meteorologist announces departure: ‘This all felt like it was meant to be’
A member of the WGAL news team is leaving the station. In a post on his Facebook page, meteorologist T.J. Springer shared that he would be leaving the Lancaster-based NBC affiliate station for a new position. “LIFE ANNOUNCEMENT: This is something that I wouldn’t think I’d be writing...but my last...
Four more hits for Hext as Spikes rally to top Scrappers
NILES, Ohio – Cooper Hext put together his second four-hit game in three nights as the State College Spikes came back from a 4-0 deficit in the first inning to defeat the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, 8-5, on Wednesday night at Eastwood Field to clinch another series victory on the road.
Sportsbeat Preview: Mount Union Trojans
NEW ENTERPRISE (WTAJ) — A playoff win last fall during Mount Union’s 9-3 season was cause for celebration as it was the Trojans’ first playoff win since 2014. The question this summer is can the team find repeated success? The loss of quarterback Bryce Danish, who threw for 957 yards, and ran for 1,193 yards […]
'Non-Verbal' Adult Goes Missing In Philadelphia, Police Say
A non-verbal adult at high risk of being victimized has gone missing in Philadelphia, authorities announced on Thursday, Aug. 15.Woodley, also known as Qwan, is 41 years old and a resident of the Resources for Human Development program.He was last seen at about 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 7.He is approx…
Most dangerous time of day to drive in Pennsylvania
EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — New research has revealed the most dangerous times to drive in Pennsylvania based on a number of deadly crashes. The study by personal injury lawyer Scott Vicknair examined the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to see which times of the day saw the most fatal crashes in each state […]
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