Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Centre County commissioners proclaimed September as Hunger Action Month to address rising food insecurity after the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank reported nearly 20,000 residents, including over 3,500 children, are struggling.
The food bank will release its Community Hunger Mapping project findings on Oct. 22 in Bellefonte to guide local outreach.
With Labor Day near, a local union member urged Mount Nittany hospital leaders — calling for fair wages and sustainable staffing to ensure trusted care for local families.
🏈 Sports
Penn State football walked out to Queen’s 'We Will Rock You' against Marshall at Beaver Stadium in their season opener.
Coach Matt Campbell—aiming to energize the local crowd—added extra rock elements to boost team spirit.
Freshman Koby Howard burst onto the field Saturday as he recorded 161 yards and his first touchdown in a 45-0 win over Marshall at Penn State — his performance surpasses last season and sets a high tone for his sophomore year.
Penn State football has named quarterback Rocco Becht, offensive lineman Anthony Donkoh, linebacker Kooper Ebel, and long snapper Blaise Sokach-Minnick as team captains ahead of today’s season opener against Marshall at 3:30 p.m. at Beaver Stadium.
Caleb Bacon recorded three tackles for loss in his Penn State debut as the team shut out Marshall 45-0 on Saturday at Beaver Stadium.
After switching from linebacker to defensive end, he tallied six tackles and one sack in a standout performance.
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