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Cumberland County college launches institute to offer business preparation for all of its majors
This fall, Dickinson College in Carlisle will launch the Burgess Institute for the Global Economy. The college says that the institute will create a formal pathway for students of any major to launch successful careers in business. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Did Pa. township missing $532K in taxpayer dollars have financial safeguards? Officials won’t say.
STATE COLLEGE — When residents learned that a Centre County township is investigating the potential misuse of more than $532,000 by a suspended employee, many asked: How could such a large sum of public money disappear without scrutiny?. Officials in Gregg Township have provided few details but did say...
State College Area Connector Project Update
For first time in about two years — PennDOT officials were out in public Thursday with plans for the State College Area Connector Project. The controversial highway project looks to connect Potters Mills to Boalsburg about 8 miles away. The current route between the two is 322, which sees a lot of traffic.
Steam show in Mechanicsburg ready to kick off for its 66th year
(WHTM) — If you’re into all things tractor, then get ready for the 66th annual steam show in Cumberland County. It’s just over a week away, at Williams Grove Historical Steam Engine Association in Mechanicsburg. You’ll find antique tractors, steam and gas engines on display. Plus – train rides, games, a car show, food and […]
Passing the Crown: Teaghan Bair Reflects on Her Year as Centre County Grange Fair Queen
CENTRE HALL — As the Centre County Grange Fair celebrates its 150th anniversary this year, Teaghan Bair, the 2023 fair queen, reflected on her Grange Fair journey before passing off the crown and setting the stage for another year of tradition and community spirit. Bair, a Centre Hall native, has been attending the fair her entire life with her family. Her older sister participated in the Grange Fair Queen Program, which Bair noted was an inspiration in her run for fair queen. “The fair has always been a special place to me, but my interest in the Fair Queen Program came through...
Residents in 5 Centre County Townships Can Select Cart Size for New Trash Hauler
Residents with curbside trash collection in five Centre County townships can now select what size refuse cart they want for when a new hauling contract goes into effect next year. Beginning April 1, 2025 Altoona-based Burgmeier's Hauling will replace Waste Management as the hauler for approximately 16,200 properties in Benner, College, Ferguson, Harris and Patton townships. Under the new five-year contract approved by the Centre Region Council of Governments in March, automated collection using hauler-owned carts will replace bag limits for customers, with three cart sizes available: 35-gallon, 65-gallon and 95-gallon. Residents will receive a postcard in the mail this month with information...
Man wanted for raping hotel employee in Cumberland County, police say
CUMBERLAND COUNTY, Pa. (WHTM) — A man is wanted for allegedly raping a Cumberland County hotel employee in February. Lower Allen Township Police issued an arrest warrant on Aug. 7 for 28-year-old Michael Cates, of Millersville, on felony charges of rape and involuntary deviate sexual intercourse along with misdemeanor charges of indecent assault without the […]
Seven Penn State commits who could be poised for a big senior season
Lions247 takes a look at seven Penn State commits who have a big final season of high school football ahead of them. High school football season has arrived and that means Penn State's 2025 commits are on the verge of hitting the field as seniors before heading to Happy Valley and suiting up for the Nittany Lions.
Photos from Central Dauphin High School football practice
Central Dauphin High School football team practices ahead of their first scrimmage against Lower Dauphin this Saturday. For all the positive steps the Rams took in 2023, the season ended on a frustrating note. It was back-to-back setbacks to Harrisburg, capping the regular season, and another to Central York in the D3 6A opening round.
Pete Thamel, Rece Davis predict Penn State to make the College Football Playoff
In the first year of the expanded playoff, both Rece Davis and Pete Thamel think the Nittany Lions finally make it in. During the ‘College GameDay Podcast’ on Wednesday, Davis and Thamel picked Penn State to make it as an at-large bid into the College Football Playoff. “You and I both have them in the […] The post Pete Thamel, Rece Davis predict Penn State to make the College Football Playoff appeared first on On3.
The history of Penn State football’s rivalry with West Virginia ahead of Week 1
Penn State has been in the Big Ten since 1993, but the football program’s biggest rivals and most familiar opponents still date back to its days as an independent. In 2016, Penn State rekindled its long-standing rivalry with Pitt, and in 2019, they played the final of the four scheduled matchups and the 100th meeting of all time.
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame reveals special Penn State "Top 25 Tracker" bobblehead
MILWAUKEE (KDKA) - With the start of the college football season just around the corner, Penn State fans might find themselves just as hyped as they would for a whiteout. The Nittany Lions begin the season ranked 8th in the preseason AP Top 25 Poll and ranked 9th in the AFCA Coaches Poll. In celebration of Penn State's preseason top-10 ranking, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame has unveiled a Penn State Nittany Lions Top 25 Ranking Tracker Bobblehead. "We're excited to unveil this first-of-its-kind Top 25 Ranking Bobblehead Series in conjunction with the start of the 2024...
3 Penn State buy or sell picks as the Lions enter week three of preseason camp
Penn State football is entering week three of preseason camp. Here's what we believe in, and what we don't, after two weeks. The post 3 Penn State buy or sell picks as the Lions enter week three of preseason camp appeared first on On3.
Current, former Penn State wrestlers set for Craig Jones Invitational: Newsstand
Penn State news, notes, and updates for Aug. 16 include a preview of the Craig Jones Invitational, headlines of the day, and more. The post Current, former Penn State wrestlers set for Craig Jones Invitational: Newsstand appeared first on On3.
Cam Miller on Penn State’s new-look CB room: ‘I feel very confident about the group we have’
Cam Miller had to wait 24 games to make his first start at Penn State. His next start could be only a couple weeks away. The Nittany Lions will unveil a revamped cornerback room against West Virginia in Morgantown on Aug. 31. If you purchase a product or register for...
UPDATE: Man missing after boat malfunctions on Susquehanna River; crews to resume search
LANCASTER COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) — Crews responded to the Susquehanna River in Drumore Township Thursday night for a water rescue. Three people were on a boat when one of them went overboard, emergency dispatchers said. It happened on the waters south of the Norman Wood Bridge. Pennsylvania State Police...
Homes at or under $500,000 in Carlisle
For prospective homebuyers eyeing the real estate market in areas of Carlisle, here's what sold for or under $500,000 between Aug. 5 and Aug. 11. Below, we provide an overview of the top 10 properties in each area, chosen for their proximity to the desired price range and the largest living spaces.
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