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Good morning, State College. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Centre County hosts an array of holiday festivals, markets, and entertainment from Boalsburg to Bellefonte, filled with unique shopping experiences, local crafts, and festive activities for the upcoming weekend.  StateCollege.com

CULTURE NEWS

  • Penn State University hosts a range of cultural and artistic events, including performances of 'A Christmas Carol', a movie night with Peter Billingsley, and various concerts and workshops, through the end of the year.  Penn State

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Xiomara Larkin, a Penn State political science student, prepares for a foreign service career through leadership roles and internships in Washington, D.C., aiming to become a foreign service officer after earning a master of public policy and attending law school.  Penn State

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Researchers at Penn State have developed a method to 'spray paint' atoms of potassium niobate onto substrates, enabling precise tuning of thin film properties for advancements in eco-friendly electronics and quantum computing.  Penn State

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • State College has paid $2.6 million to the University Area Joint Authority amid ongoing legal disputes over sewage treatment service rates.  ABC 23

SPORTS NEWS

  • Penn State Football is set to face No. 1 Oregon in the Big Ten Championship, marking their first appearance since 2016, with predictions favoring Oregon.  Onward State
  • Penn State's men's basketball team triumphed over Purdue with a score of 81-70 in their Big Ten season opener, led by Ace Baldwin Jr.'s 17 points and a strong defensive performance.  Onward State
  • Third-string goaltender John Seifarth helped Penn State's men's ice hockey team break a six-game losing streak with a two-game series win over Colgate, marking an impressive start to his collegiate career.  Daily Collegian
  • Penn State is favored by over 1 point against No. 8 Purdue in a closely watched home game.  Daily Collegian

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Nittany Ballet’s The Nutcracker Performance

    Nittany Ballet’s The Nutcracker offers a magical holiday experience featuring enchanting performances by toy soldiers and other beloved characters in a re-imagined production by Artistic Director Paul Gibson.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • CPDW's Dance Performance: Snow Day

    This performance features students of the Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop showcasing various dance styles inspired by snow day activities and adventures.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • Anna Pearl Belinda Live Performance at Boal City Brewing

    Singer-songwriter Anna Pearl will perform live at Boal City Brewing, providing a relaxing atmosphere just before the holidays.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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  • Anna Pearl Belinda Holiday Show at Happy Valley Brewing Company

    Anna Pearl, a singer/songwriter from State College, will perform a holiday show at Happy Valley Brewing Company.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • Penn Quakers vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball

    The Penn State Nittany Lions will compete against the Penn Quakers at the Bryce Jordan Center, showcasing an exciting basketball rivalry and a talented team.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • NVRC First Night 5k Resolution Run

    The annual Resolution Run 5k race invites runners and walkers to participate in this festive New Year's Eve event, encouraging costumes and offering incentives for early registration.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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REAL ESTATE

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  • Beautiful Historic Bellefonte Home For Sale

    Discover the Victorian charm and beauty as yesteryear's nostalgia blends with some of today's modern kitchen and bath conveniences in this 3-story 1890 built, stately brick and stone Queen Anne Victorian. The home has currently been in the same family for 79 years but was originally built for Bank President C. F. Montgomery and architecturally designed by famous Architect Samuel Fox.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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