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PennDOT to offer more detailed look at State College Area Connector options at public meeting
PennDOT will hold a public meeting Aug. 15 about plans for the U.S. Route 322 State College Area Connector project, giving the public a chance to see street-level details about the options being considered for the first time. The public meeting, being held in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration,...
Pennsylvania plays take center stage in Bellefonte this weekend
A State-College area volunteer theater company is highlighting local creators with a short play showcase, all written by Pennsylvanians. Andi Stout, one of the writers, said she’s looking forward to seeing everyone’s script come to life. “They're all so different and dynamic, and it really showcases the talent...
Mount Nittany Health to host hunter safety event to honor late manager
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — Mount Nittany Health is hosting a hunter safety day event in honor of an NRP who passed away earlier this year. The event is dedicated to promoting responsible and safe hunting practices within the community and is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event […]
Patton Township discusses plan to address sinkholes near Mount Nittany Health construction site
A new stormwater management agreement looks to address sinkholes discovered at the construction site of a new and nearly completed Mount Nittany Health outpatient center. Patton Township supervisors want to address short- and long-term problems at the Toftrees Planned Community development. Toftrees West is part of a 700-acre planned community in Patton Township. Mount Nittany Health Toftrees is the only business at the site so far.
Foxdale Village administrator wins award
STATE COLLEGE — Meg Clouser, an administrator at Foxdale Village, received the 2024 Eli Pick Facility Leadership Award by the American College of Health Care Administrators, according to a release by the ACHCA. The award by the ACHCA recognizes high-performing skilled nursing facilities and their administrators. Named after Eli...
Penn State White Out camp updates
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Ongoing State College Wastewater Dispute
An ongoing dispute between the State College Borough and the Centre region’s primary wastewater treatment authority has intensified as the authority now says the borough’s unpaid bills total more than $4 Million dollars. According to a recent court order, which was filed last week in Centre County court,...
Centre County township attempting to go solar, finds it a lengthy process
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) – Centre County is slowly transitioning to solar power, but some municipalities have experienced growing pains with the process. Going solar is not as easy as putting panels on the ground. Municipalities have to update their ordinances to allow for solar, an often lengthy process. Walker Township has been attempting to […]
New Michael Pilato Mural to Be Installed in Downtown Bellefonte
A new mural by artist and Centre County native Michael Pilato will soon adorn the exterior of the Waffle Shop in downtown Bellefonte. Pilato will install the mural celebrating several aspects of the borough's history beginning Aug. 2 during the Bellefonte Arts & Crafts Fair, according to an announcement from the Waffle Shop. It will be located near the new "Air Mail" mural installed in May on Perry Lane by artists Key Detail. It will be the latest in the series of "Inspiration" murals created by Pilato and his longtime artistic partner Yuriy Karabash, which includes "Inspiration State College" on Hiester Street...
Mountain Top Fire Company announces dates for annual Sandy Ridge homecoming
CENTRE COUNTY, Pa. (WTAJ) — The Mountain Top Fire Company is celebrating its annual Sandy Ridge Homecoming this August. One of the fire company’s biggest fundraisers of the year is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 8 through Saturday, Aug. 10, and will take place at the fire station grounds at 392 State Street, in Sandy Ridge. […]
Mosquito Sample in Ferguson Township Tests Positive for West Nile Virus
A mosquito sample recently collected in Ferguson Township has tested positive for West Nile Virus, according to a release from the Centre County Planning and Community Development Office, which received the results from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Vector Management. It is the county’s first reported positive sample this year. West Nile Virus is a mosquito-borne disease that produces severe neurological symptoms in about 1% of humans that become infected as the result of a bite by an infected mosquito. Most people do not develop any symptoms, but some may experience headaches, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. In...
CATA Increases Hours for Service from Centre Region to County Government Buildings in Bellefonte
A recently introduced Centre Area Transportation Authority service providing access from the Centre Region to county government buildings in Bellefonte will be available for more hours starting Monday, July 29. Service from State College to the Willowbank Building and the Centre County Courthouse will now be offered from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., an increase of five hours per day. It previously had operated 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. since its launch on July 1. Trips are available from anywhere in the Centre Region service area but must be booked the prior business day by calling the CATARide scheduling line at (814)...
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