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County embraces ‘Day of Caring’ By G. KERRY WEBSTER kerry.ccgazette@gmail.com

CENTRE COUNTY — On Thursday, Oct. 6, more than 1,500 volunteers with shovels, paint brushes and other tools in hand will spread out across Centre County to volunteer in the United Way’s annual Day of Caring event. “We’re all real excited to get going,” said United Way communications director Megan Evans. “The volunteers are itching to get out there and get some work done and the partner agencies are happy to have that little bit of extra help. The Day of Caring is a wonderful tradition in Centre County, and it’s something we’re going to keep going for years to come.” Each year, on the first Thursday in October, volunteers gather at project sites across the county. These partner agencies must be nonprofit organizations, historical sites or municipal parks and properties and are in need of painting, landscaping, clearing trails, installing shelves, planting

gardens, cutting down trees and/ or general upkeep. This is the 23rd year for the event in Centre County. PNC Bank has sponsored the event for all 23 years of the program’s existence. “We’re very, very fortunate to have a partner like PNC Bank,” said Evans. “It’s these kinds of special partnerships that make this kind of effort a success. We’ve been successful for each of the last 22 years, and, we’ll be successful again in 2016.” The United Way also partners with other local businesses. Lowe’s and Home Depot both provide free paint, as well as small work crews, to help with projects. R.H. Marcon Roofing Contractors, of State College, has donated labor and it supplied the material to replace a roof on a building in the Strawberry Fields residential program. “There are just way, way too many people to thank for all this,” said Evans. “It’s remarkable how much people help when it comes Caring, Page 4

Students rally over alleged clown sighting By LEXI SHIMKONIS statecollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — The latest wave of alleged “creepy clown” sightings nationally took hold at Penn State on Oct. 3. What started as a rumor quickly turned into a rally of sorts. Once Penn Staters heard even the faintest mumblings of the word “clown,” students took to the streets and sidewalks of both campus and downtown to hunt the alleged clowns themselves. Much like anything viral these days, no one is 100 percent sure how the clown chatter started, but Onward State received early reports that there was a clown sighting near Nittany Apartments, which then moved to Pollock and later East halls. There was no confirmation of a clown at these or any other campus location that night. Thousands of students gathered in East, South and Pollock halls, at Old Main, and even ran down College Avenue as the talk of clowns disseminated. Word spread quickly thanks to social Police Blotter .................... 2 Opinion ............................ 9

media and GroupMe chatter, and students rushed outside to get a look for themselves. The gathering started in East Halls where, in minutes, students flooded the quad. Initially made up of only a few students and a couple of Penn State Police officers on bike, the gathering soon turned into a crowd of hundreds of students and officers both on foot and in their cars. From there, students began migrating down Bigler Road toward Pollock and South halls. Traffic on campus was backed up because of the sudden influx. As the mob grew, some came equipped with baseball bats, hockey sticks, tennis rackets and golf clubs as weapons, while others just took to the pavement to see what all the commotion was about. Students further disseminated from there, running downtown, hanging off trees and eventually making their way to Old Main Lawn. The clown craze wasn’t only confined to campus. People ran Clown, Page 6

Health and Wellness ...... 10 Education ....................... 13

Hunting season

The six-week archery deer season is under way in Pennsylvania, with seasons for other game soon to follow. Take a closer look at what’s ahead this fall in Centre County and beyond./Page 29

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THE NEW Target “flexible-format” store at Fraser Street and Beaver Avenue photographed earlier this week. The store held a soft opening Tuesday, Oct. 4, with a grand opening celebration planned Sunday.

Target opens at Fraser Centre; H&M poised to follow suit By G. KERRY WEBSTER kerry.ccgazette@gmail.com

STATE COLLEGE — Downtown State College welcomed two new businesses to the community this week with the opening of Target and the expected opening of H&M at the new Fraser Centre. The 28,000-square-foot Target store is considered a “flexibleformat” store, which is smaller than its big box counterpart. H&M is a Swedish clothing company and will occupy about 19,000 square feet. Target officially cut the red ribbon on the evening of Oct. 4 where, from 5 to 9 p.m., the company held a “Very Important Guests Night,” a special opening for employees’ friends and family, as well as neighboring businesses and community leaders. A grand opening celebration is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 9. H&M hopes to open at noon Thursday, Oct. 6; however, according to Gary Brandeis of Real Estate Capital Management, one of the owners and developers, permits to open the store were not yet in place the morning of Oct. 5.

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H&M, A SWEDISH clothing company, hopes to open its store at Fraser Street and Calder Way on Thursday, Oct. 6. “The code guys gave us a list of minor things we need to do before we get the permit, and we’re going to handle them here this morning,” Brandeis said. “We’re confident we’re going to have that permit in hand here sometime today and the opening will go off without a hitch.” “The Fraser Centre opening is an important addition to downtown State College,” State College Borough manager Tom Fountaine said. “Target and H&M, along with the single-family residences, hotel and restau-

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rant, bring new investment to the community. “The opening of Target and H&M represent confidence in Downtown State College and will result in more traffic to support all of the downtown economy,” he continued. “With nearly 50,000 square feet of new retail opening this week, residents of State College will have even more reasons to come downtown and support local business.” Target will open its second Debut, Page 8

Around & In Town ......... 32 What’s Happening ......... 35

Puzzles ............................ 36 Business .......................... 37

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Front and Centre GREENHOUSE PROJECT: St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy in Boalsburg is aiming to teach and inspire students through a living, growing school project. A greenhouse donated by Penn State is providing some hands-on lessons. Page 13

HOMECOMING GAME: Penn State, fresh off an overtime win over Minnesota, faces an undefeated Maryland squad on Saturday, Oct. 8. The two have a recent history of playing close games against one another. Page 19

5K FUNDRAISER: Mount Nittany Elementary School teacher Jamie Barbaric Covol is hoping for a strong turnout Sunday, Oct. 9, at a run/walk to benefit the National Brain Tumor Society. Covol shares her own story. Page 14

UNBEATENS GO HEAD TO HEAD: The Week 7 schedule of high school football in Centre County is highlighted by a matchup of undefeated teams in State College, where the Little Lions take on Cumberland Valley. Page 24

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Police arrested two juveniles Sept. 28 for stealing a vehicle in Bellefonte Borough. Police initially responded to a report of two missing juveniles, and through the course of the investigation, authorities learned one of the juveniles called a parent and stated they had been abducted and were being chased by three males through a field. Another phone call placed by the juveniles reported they were at Sheetz in Lewisburg. Police contacted state police in Milton and the Sheetz store in Lewisburg and an employee at the store was able to locate the juveniles. Police made contact with the juveniles and they admitted to stealing a car from Bellefonte Borough. The vehicle was found abandoned on the roadway. Police said the juveniles were placed in the Centre County Youth Detention Center. A number of agencies assisted in the search, including Spring Township Police, Bellefonte Police, Bellefonte Area School District, State College Police, Patton Township Police, Ferguson Township Police, State College Police, Patton Township Police, Penn State Police, Granville Township Police, Mifflin County 911 and the state police.

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PHILIPSBURG STATE POLICE Police responded to the PhilipsburgOsceola Area High School at 10:05 a.m. Sept. 14 for a report of a fight between two juvenile boys. Police are continuing to investigate. ❑❑❑ Police reported a 19-year-old Philipsburg man was arrested for driving under the influence following a single-vehicle crash on Presqueisle Street at 11:06 p.m. Sept. 9. ❑❑❑ Authorities investigated a reported controlled substance, drug, device and cosmetic act violation at a North Front Street, Philipsburg, address in August. The suspects include a 49-year-old Hawk Run man and a 42-year-old Hawk Run woman. Police are continuing to investigate. ❑❑❑ Police reported a 24-year-old Port Matilda man almost struck a 52-year-old Port Matilda while driving erratically at Darrich Court in Halfmoon Township at 5:50 a.m. Sept. 14. ❑❑❑ No injuries were reported in a singlevehicle crash that occurred at 11:44 a.m. Sept. 29 along Interstate 99 in Worth Township.

Police said Andrea Snyder, of Clearfield, was southbound when her 1998 Dodge Caravan exited off the west side of the roadway and struck a guiderail. The van rotated clockwise and came to rest facing north off the west shoulder. Police said Snyder will be cited for not driving on roadways laned for traffic. ❑❑❑ A 26-year-old Philipsburg man reported to police someone dumped a large amount of water into the gas tank of this 2012 Jeep Liberty while it was parked at a residence on Hemlock Street, Rush Township, sometime between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m. Sept. 23. ❑❑❑ No injuries were reported in a single-vehicle crash that occurred along Interstate 99 in Taylor Township at 5:50 a.m. Sept. 24. Police said Janelle Wilkins, of Broad Top, was northbound when her Chevrolet Malibu struck debris on the roadway. The impact disabled the vehicle. ❑❑❑ Roseanna Thompson, of Philipsburg, reported to police someone entered her van while it was parked at the Geisinger Medical Clinic in Rush Township sometime between 3:15 and 4:10 p.m. Sept. 21. The party removed a Thirty-One wallet containing a substantial amount of U.S. currency, as well as a Nikon digital camera. Police estimate the loss at $2,420 and the investigation continues. ❑❑❑ Police reported harassment charges were filed against a 15-year-old Philipsburg boy and a 13-year-old Philipsburg boy after they struck a 16-year-old Philipsburg boy in the face at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 27.

ROCKVIEW STATE POLICE Police reported an inmate at SCI Rockview damaged the light in his cell and utilized pieces of the light to fashion them into weapons. The inmate then hid the weapons on his person until he was escorted to a “yard cage.” After being placed in the “cage,” he removed one of the weapons from his pants. The weapon was a piece of metal measuring 36 inches. The inmate refused to surrender the weapon and return to his cell. Approximately one hour later, he surrendered the weapons and was later extracted from the cage. Police are continuing to investigate. ❑❑❑ Police reported Timothy Allen Bruss, 54, of Julian, was arrested for driving under the influence following a routine traffic stop at South Eagle Valley Road and Dogwood Mountain Lane in Union Township at 12:54 a.m. Sept. 18. ❑❑❑ Police reported a 63-year-old Milesburg woman was involved in a two-vehicle crash at 11:42 a.m. Sept. 21 on Old 220 in Boggs Township. Police said she was found to be under the influence of alcohol and was transported to Mount Nittany Medical Center for further treatment and a legal blood draw. Charges were pending. — Compiled by G. Kerry Webster

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Speakers: New labor law poses challenges for businesses By HARRY ZIMBLER correspondent@centrecountygazette.com

STATE COLLEGE — When the new requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act take effect Thursday, Dec. 1, they are likely to drive up labor costs for employers and generate much confusion about how they can comply with the new regulations. Speaking to a business group at a Chamber of Business and Industry Breakfast on Oct. 4 at Toftrees Golf Resort, Amy Marshall, Babst Callands shareholder, and Janine Gismondi, McQuaide Blasko shareholder, delivered a comprehensive look at the new regulations, with special focus on the overtime rules. What is driving the creation of the new regulations? “The Fair Labor Standards Act has not been revised since the 1930s,” said Marshall. “This is seen as a way to increase the wages of many people who should be making more money.” The national push for a $15 per hour minimum wage is partially responsible for the creation of these regulations. By increasing the amount of salary that must be paid to a worker exempt from overtime, from $455 per week to $913 per week, the federal government is, in effect, increasing wages without a jump in the minimum wage.

Both Marshall and Gismondi noted that the regulations are likely to be seen as confusing and difficult to audit and control. They also explained that some industries are more likely to feel the impact of the new regulations than others. According to Marshall, restaurants, retail shops, big box stores and nonprofits are going to have a difficult time adjusting to the new rules regarding who is entitled to be paid overtime and how to cope with the shift in their current business paradigm. One thing that the presentation made clear was the fact that staying compliant with the regulations will present major challenges for managers and human resource offices alike. A number of businesses and chambers of commerce are challenging the legality of the increase, which represents about a doubling of the wage cutoff between a salaried and an hourly wage employee. The United States Chamber of Commerce has filed suit in the Eastern District of Texas. It was joined by 50 companies and business associations. At the same time, 21 states filed suit against the Obama Administration’s move. In preparation for meeting the Dec. 1 deadline, a number of options have been proffered. The first option is for companies to sim-

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McQUAIDE BLASKO shareholder Janine Gismondi speaks on the new labor law to a group at a Chamber of Business and Industry breakfast Oct. 4. At left, in the front of the room, is fellow presenter Amy Marshall, a Babst Callands shareholder. ply meet the new overtime wage obligations by keeping accurate work records. This is potentially the most costly option. Option 2 would mean raising the salaries of those employees who a company would designate as exempt from overtime.

Other options include pushing workers above the salary threshold with bonuses and commissions or lower salaries and pay overtime. Labor law, Page 4

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BELLEFONTE — The third in a series of town hall meetings focusing on the heroin and opioid crisis in Centre County will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 11, at the Bald Eagle High School Auditorium in Wingate. The event was announced by Commissioner Steve Dershem. “Up to this point, we’ve learned about the signs of opioid-based addiction and the treatment options available,” said Dershem, a supporter of the event’s sponsor, The Centre County HOPE Initiative. “This time, we’re going to explore prevention

and education practices here in Centre County.” The first town hall meeting was held July 25 and more than 300 people packed into the Galen and Nancy Dreibelbis Auditorium at Mount Nittany Medical Center. There, the panel discussion focused on the signs of opioid-based addiction. The second installment occurred Sept. 14 when another panel discussion was held, this time at the Mount Nittany Middle School Auditorium. The group focused on understanding how treatment works, as well as understanding how addicts work through the recovery process. “The first two events were very success-

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ful,” said Dershem. “This one will be a little different in that this won’t have the panel discussion format. Instead, there will be several groups and organizations making presentations.” Although no other town hall meetings were planned, Dershem hinted that Centre County HOPE Initiative is in talks to hold a fourth meeting at a later date. In other business, the commissioners: ■ Approved a fiscal year 2016 Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement to reimburse up to 50 percent of EMA employee salaries and benefits. The grant total is $96,218. ■ Approved a business incubator con-

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sulting agreement between the county and Rural Business Innovation Corp. to provide consulting services and temporary operational support and implementation of a business incubator program for Centre County in the Bellefonte area. Time will be billed at a rate of $45 per hour including travel time and a travel expense at 70 cents per mile for onsite visits. A cap of $8,000 will be in place until Saturday, Dec. 31. ■ Approved a proposal between the county and Music Mart for eight wireless desktop microphones for a total of $13,495 to include all hardware, electronics, installation and system tuning.

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Beaver Stadium scare prompts search for two trespassing men By statecollege.com staff

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State Police were looking for help identifying two men who gained entry to Beaver Stadium early Oct. 1, prompting a potential security threat prior to the Penn State-Minnesota football game. Police say that at 4:15 a.m., two unauthorized collegeaged males entered the stadium. The two men captured on security video are persons of interest in a criminal trespass, and caused police to conduct extensive searches of the stadium. Penn State Police Sgt. Frank Ball said Oct. 3 that after the searches were conducted and the two men were identified in security footage leaving the stadium, it was deemed all-clear. Hours before the game, the university notified fans of the potential threat “out of an abundance of caution,” and explained that searches found no evidence of a potential risk. Anyone with information on the incident or the identity of the men should call University Police at (814) 863-1111 or submit tips to Centre County Crime Stoppers via email at tip@centrecountycrimestoppers.org. Those providing Caring, from page 1 to the Day of Caring.” In all, 96 projects are on the spreadsheet for the event, including work at Kepler Pool in Bellefonte, at the Boal Mansion, at Centre Furnace Mansion and at Millbrook Marsh.

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POLICE SAY two men gained unauthorized entry to Beaver Stadium early Oct. 1, prompting extensive searches of the stadium. information that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a reward up to $1,000 from Centre County Crime Stoppers. Anonymous tips can be submitted at www.police.psu. edu/psu-police/report-crime.cfm. “I think we have a few less volunteers signed up this year, but we have more projects on our list,” said Evans. She said volunteers include Penn State students, staff and athletic teams; teams from local businesses; Bald Eagle, Bellefonte and State College students; and individuals, couples and families.

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Oct. 11 is deadline to register to vote in election Here are some important dates to remember as we head toward the Nov. 8 general election: ■ Tuesday, Oct. 11 — Last day to register to vote before the November election. ■ Tuesday, Nov. 1 — Last day to apply for civilian absentee ballot. ■ Friday, Nov. 4 — Last day for county board of election to receive voted civilian absentee ballots. ■ Tuesday, Nov. 8 — General election. Centre County Commissioner Steve Dershem said that as of Oct. 4 there were 118,003 registered voters in the county. He said with still a week to register, he believes Centre County will top the 120,000 registered voters mark for the first time in county history. “I think it’s going to be a new record,” he said. For more information, contact Centre County Elections and Voter Registration at (814) 355-6703. — G. Kerry Webster

Pink Zone fundraiser set CENTRE HALL — The Pink Zone’s fifth annual “The Little Black Dress Goes Pink” will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16, at Above the Valley, 559 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Centre Hall. The fundraiser includes a fashion show featuring breast cancer survivors and their families, a silent auction, basket raffles, a wine bar and a light buffet. Tickets are $75 per person. RSVP by calling (814) 3802856 or visiting www.pennsylvaniapinkzone.org. Labor law, from page 3 Marshall and Gismondi warned the businesses in attendance to guard against sinking morale and lower selfesteem within the organization. “You must communicate with employees and set expectations,” said Gismondi. “Otherwise, there may be morale and discipline problems.” Small business owner and human resources expert Susan Heathfield said that “hourly employees are always looked down on by salaried employees. Hourly employees are more like factory workers. Salaried employees function from the whole job concept. They do what is necessary to do the whole job. I have 260 employees that have all always been salaried, and this law is causing me to have to have a two-tiered system.” “This is the most confusing employment law on the books,” said Gismondi. “But this is not a law that you can ignore.”

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• PUBLIC NOTICE • PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE CONSTITUTION OF PENNSYLVANIA The following are true and correct copies of joint resolutions of the General Assembly regarding amendments to the Constitution of Pennsylvania that were proposed in the General Assembly during the 2015 session. The proposed amendments were agreed to by a majority of the members elected to the Senate and the House of Representatives. Pursuant to Article XI, Section 1 of the Constitution, the Secretary of the Commonwealth has caused the proposed amendments to be published here. Were any of these proposed amendments to be agreed to by a majority of the Senators and Representatives elected to the General Assembly at the November 8, 2016 General Election, the proposed amendments so approved would be published again and then submitted to the qualified electors of Pennsylvania for approval. If approved by a majority of the electors voting on it, the corresponding amendment becomes part of the Constitution.

the required advertisements to two newspapers in every county in which such newspapers are published in sufficient time after passage of this proposed constitutional amendment. The Secretary of the Commonwealth shall submit this proposed constitutional amendment to the qualified electors of this Commonwealth at the first primary, general or municipal election which meets the requirements of and is in conformance with section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and which occurs at least three months after the proposed constitutional amendment is passed by the General Assembly. Section 3. Upon ratification by the electors, the General Assembly shall enact legislation to implement this constitutional amendment so that it applies for the first time to the first session of the General Assembly which begins after the 2020 reapportionment. ——————

Those parts of the joint resolutions that appear in BOLD PRINT are the words of the Constitution that are proposed by the General Assembly for addition or deletion. If an amendment were approved, the words UNDERLINED would be added to the Constitution and the words in BRACKETS (e.g. [Constitution]) would be deleted. The unbolded words would remain unchanged in the Constitution.

Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.

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Pedro A. Cortés, Secretary of the Commonwealth —————— Joint Resolution 2016-1 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly. The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby resolves as follows: Section 1. The following amendment to the Constitution of Pennsylvania is proposed in accordance with Article XI: That section 16 of Article II be amended to read: § 16. Legislative districts. The Commonwealth shall be divided into 50 senatorial and [203] 151 representative districts, which shall be composed of compact and contiguous territory as nearly equal in population as practicable. Each senatorial district shall elect one Senator, and each representative district one Representative. Unless absolutely necessary no county, city, incorporated town, borough, township or ward shall be divided in forming either a senatorial or representative district. Section 2. (a) Upon the first passage by the General Assembly of this proposed constitutional amendment, the Secretary of the Commonwealth shall proceed immediately to comply with the advertising requirements of section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and shall transmit the required advertisements to two newspapers in every county in which such newspapers are published in sufficient time after passage of this proposed constitutional amendment. (b) Upon the second passage by the General Assembly of this proposed constitutional amendment, the Secretary of the Commonwealth shall proceed immediately to comply with the advertising requirements of section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and shall transmit

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The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby resolves as follows: Section 1. The following amendment to the Constitution of Pennsylvania is proposed in accordance with the provisions of Article XI:

§ 2. Exemptions and special provisions. *** (b) The General Assembly may, by law: ***

—————— Joint Resolution 2016-3 Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in taxation and finance, further providing for exemptions and special provisions. The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby resolves as follows: Section 1. The following amendment to the Constitution of Pennsylvania is proposed in accordance with Article XI: That section 2(b) of Article VIII be amended by adding a paragraph to read: § 2. Exemptions and special provisions. *** (b) The General Assembly may, by law: *** (vii) Permit a city of the first class to impose taxes for the benefit of the city of the first class on real estate used for business purposes at a tax rate that exceeds the tax rate applicable to other real estate, in accordance with the following: (A) So long as a rate variance is in effect, the combined rate of taxes on real estate used for business purposes imposed by the city of the first class or authorized by the city of the first class for its school district shall not vary by more than fifteen percent from the combined rate of taxes on other real estate imposed or authorized by the city of the first class.

(vi) Authorize local taxing authorities to exclude from taxation an amount based on the assessed value of homestead property. The exclusions authorized by this clause shall not exceed [one-half of the median assessed value of all] 100% of the assessed value of each homestead property within a local taxing jurisdiction. A local taxing authority may not increase the millage rate of its tax on real property to pay for these exclusions.

(B) The General Assembly shall require the city of the first class to reduce the aggregate revenue from other taxes imposed for the benefit of the city of the first class both on businesses and any wage and net profits tax by the amount of any real estate tax revenues attributable to the variance.

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Section 2. (a) Upon the first passage by the General Assembly of this proposed constitutional amendment, the Secretary of the Commonwealth shall proceed immediately to comply with the advertising requirements of section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and shall transmit the required advertisements to two newspapers in every county in which such newspapers are published in sufficient time after passage of this proposed constitutional amendment. (b) Upon the second passage by the General Assembly of this proposed constitutional amendment, the Secretary of the Commonwealth shall proceed immediately to comply with the advertising requirements of section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and shall transmit the required advertisements to two newspapers in every county in which such newspapers are published in sufficient time after passage of this proposed constitutional amendment. The Secretary of the Commonwealth shall submit this proposed constitutional amendment to the qualified electors of this Commonwealth at the first primary, general or municipal election which meets the requirements of and is in conformance with section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and which occurs at least three months after the proposed constitutional amendment is passed by the General Assembly.

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(b) Upon the second passage by the General Assembly of this proposed constitutional amendment, the Secretary of the Commonwealth shall proceed immediately to comply with the advertising requirements of section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and shall transmit the required advertisements to two newspapers in every county in which such newspapers are published in sufficient time after passage of this proposed constitutional amendment. The Secretary of the Commonwealth shall submit this proposed constitutional amendment to the qualified electors of this Commonwealth at the first primary, general or municipal election which meets the requirements of and is in conformance with section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and which occurs at least three months after the proposed constitutional amendment is passed by the General Assembly.

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Jesse M. Darlington, 82, of rural Centre Hall died September 28, 2016 at his residence. In addition to his wife, Bonnie Darlington, he is survived by two daughters, Ruth Harpster (Michael) of Spring Mills and Barbara Kelsey (Brent) of Huntingdon; one son, Jesse Darlington, Jr. (Lynn) of Centre Hall; one sister, Barbara Garret of Ringolos, NJ; and seven grandchildren. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jared W. Darlington. Friends will be received 1-3 PM, Sunday, October 9, 2016 at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 301 N. Pennsylvania Avenue, Centre Hall, PA 16828. A celebration of life services will follow at 3 pm at the church with The Reverend ar inn o ficiating. A private interment will be at Zion Hill Cemetery. n lieu o o ers contri utions ma e made to support a future fund established in Jesse Darlington’s memory in the College of Agricultural Sciences at Penn State University. Checks may be made out to Penn State, noting “Jesse Darlington fund” in the memo section, and mailed to College of Agricultural Sciences, 240 Ag Admin., University Park, PA 16802. A guest book can be signed or condolences sent to the family at www.heintzelmanfuneralhome.com

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BOALSBURG — Eight generations of the Boal family descended directly from the kings and queens of six European countries. The Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum will pay homage to that lineage by hosing the first-ever Olde Europe Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9. “It’s sort of a ‘taste of State College’ meets Renaissance fair,” said Bob Cameron, museum curator. “We’re going to have the music, dance, food and drink and crafts associated with the six countries (France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Scotland and Ireland) during the medieval times.” Cameron said the Central Pennsylvania Dance Workshop will be on hand from 10 a.m. to noon for performances of ethnic dances, including a French folk dance, a Tarantella from Italy, a traditional Irish dance, a traditional Spanish sevillana and folk dance, a Scottish Country Dance and a Maypole and story dance from Germany. In addition, Callanish will perform from noon to 2 p.m. and the Little German Band will be onstage from 2 to 4 p.m. “There’s going to be a wide variety of different dancing, storytelling and stage performances,” said Cameron. “It’s Clown, from page 1 right down the middle of College Avenue and there was also an image of a clown projected on the side of Beaver Hill apartments. The first report of a Penn State clown sighting came in at about 11:20 p.m., and by 11:50 students had gathered outside their buildings. There have been various ideas regarding the origin of the clown rumors, but according to university police, there weren’t actually any clowns. “There was a report that someone saw a clown, but nobody has actually seen a clown,” a Penn State Police officer said when reached by phone. “The crowd was just running in the street — there hasn’t been any vandalism,

all family-friendly, and there will be something enjoyable for anyone of any age.” Several demonstrations and activities are on the agenda, including falconry, sword fighting, axe throwing, archery, calligraphy, blacksmithing and henna art. St. Joseph’s Academy will host medieval and Renaissance games and Penn State clubs will offer information on different cultures and foreign languages. “Those who attend are probably going to see things they’ve never seen before,” said Cameron. “There isn’t really an event like this close by. There are Renaissance fairs; however, you have to drive two hours to get to them. This is the first of its kind here and I hope it takes off and grows from here.” Cameron said he couldn’t leave out mentioning the food. “I think that’s what a lot of people want to come for,” he said. “They’ll have the opportunity to try things they may not have thought about eating before.” Several local eateries and beverage producers will provide their take on the flavors of the old world, including Letterman’s, Duffy’s, Hungry Run, Otto’s, Serene Bean and the PSU French Club. The Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum is located at 163 Boal Estate Drive. For more information, call (814) 876-0129. hasn’t been any loitering. There hasn’t been any criminal activity at all.” Despite that, police on the scanner said that they had received multiple reports that the reported clown sightings were fraternity pledges put up to the task in line with the national trend of creepy reported clown sightings. Police on the scanner also said around 1:30 a.m. that they were looking for a white Honda Odyssey potentially related to the reported sightings. Police also received alleged reports of people driving around downtown wearing clown masks. By 1:15 a.m., most students found their way back to the rooms, but the clown commotion continued on social media and even picked up national attention.

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The following is a true and correct copy of a joint resolution of the General Assembly of Pennsylvania proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Pennsylvania. Consistent with the procedures prescribed by Article XI, Section 1 of the Constitution, the General Assembly first proposed the amendment during the 2013 session and approved it for a second time during the 2015 session of the legislature. As required by Article XI, Section 1 of the Constitution and statutory law, the Secretary of the Commonwealth caused the proposed amendment to be advertised in 2014 and 2016.

Pursuant to the original joint resolutions, the proposed amendment was to be submitted to the electors of Pennsylvania at the General Primary to be held on April 26, 2016. However, on April 12, 2016, the General Assembly passed H.R. 783, a concurrent resolution that directed the Secretary of the Commonwealth to remove the proposed amendment from the General Primary ballot and to place the proposed amendment on the General Election ballot in November 2016. The Secretary of the Commonwealth, therefore, has once again caused the proposed amendment to be published here, in anticipation of the General Election. In accordance with the mandate of H.R. 783, the Secretary of the Commonwealth will submit the proposed amendment to the electors of Pennsylvania in the form of a ballot question at the General Election to be held on November 8, 2016. If a ballot question is approved by a majority of electors voting on it, the corresponding amendment becomes part of the Constitution. Those parts of the joint resolution that appear in BOLD PRINT are the words of the Constitution that are proposed by the General Assembly for addition or deletion. If an amendment were approved, the words UNDERLINED would be added to the Constitution and the words in BRACKETS (e.g., [Constitution]) would be deleted. The unbolded words would remain unchanged in the Constitution. Following the proposed amendment is the text of the question that will be placed on the ballot. Below the question is a “Plain English Statement” prepared by the Office of Attorney General, and published as required by law, indicating the purpose, limitations and effects of the ballot question upon the people of this Commonwealth. Anyone who needs help reading this advertisement or who needs the text of the proposed amendment in an alternative format may call or write the Pennsylvania Department of State, Bureau of Commissions, Elections and Legislation, Room 210 North Office Building, Harrisburg, PA 17120, (717) 787-5280, ra-BCEL@pa.gov. Pedro A. Cortés, Secretary of the Commonwealth ——————

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Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for compensation and retirement of justices, judges and justices of the peace. The General Assembly of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania hereby resolves as follows: Section 1. The following amendment to the Constitution of Pennsylvania is proposed in accordance with Article XI: That section 16(b) of Article V be amended to read: § 16. Compensation and retirement of justices, judges and justices of the peace. *** (b) Justices, judges and justices of the peace shall be retired on the last day of the calendar year in which they attain the age of [70] 75 years. Former and retired justices, judges and justices of the peace shall receive such compensation as shall be provided by law. Except as provided by law, no salary, retirement benefit or other compensation, present or deferred, shall be paid to any justice, judge or justice of the peace who, under section 18 or under Article VI, is suspended, removed or barred from holding judicial office for conviction of a felony or misconduct in office or conduct which prejudices the proper administration of justice or brings the judicial office into disrepute. *** Section 2. (a) Upon the first passage by the General Assembly of this proposed constitutional amendment, the Secretary of the Commonwealth shall proceed immediately to comply with the advertising requirements of section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and shall transmit the required advertisements to two newspapers in every county in which such newspapers are published in sufficient time after passage of this proposed constitutional amendment. (b) Upon the second passage by the General Assembly of this proposed constitutional amendment, the Secretary of the Commonwealth shall proceed immediately to comply with the advertising requirements of section 1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and shall transmit the required advertisements to two newspapers in every county in which such newspapers are published in sufficient time after passage of this proposed constitutional amendment. The Secretary of the Commonwealth shall submit this proposed constitutional amendment to the qualified electors of this Commonwealth at the first primary, general or municipal election which meets the requirements of and is in conformance with section

1 of Article XI of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and which occurs at least three months after the proposed constitutional amendment is passed by the General Assembly. —————— PROPOSED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT AMENDING THE MANDATORY JUDICIAL RETIREMENT AGE Ballot Question Shall the Pennsylvania Constitution be amended to require that justices of the Supreme Court, judges, and magisterial district judges be retired on the last day of the calendar year in which they attain the age of 75 years? Plain English Statement of the Office of Attorney General The purpose of the ballot question is to amend the Pennsylvania Constitution to require that justices, judges and justices of the peace (known as magisterial district judges) be retired on the last day of the calendar year in which they attain the age of 75 years. Presently, the Pennsylvania Constitution provides that justices, judges and justices of the peace be retired on the last day of the calendar year in which they attain the age of 70 years. Justices of the peace are currently referred to as magisterial district judges. If the ballot question were to be approved, justices, judges and magisterial district judges would be retired on the last day of the calendar year in which they attain the age of 75 years rather than the last day of the calendar year in which they attain the age of 70 years. This amendment to the mandatory retirement age would be applicable to all judges and justices in the Commonwealth, including the justices of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, judges of the Commonwealth Court, Superior Court, county courts of common pleas, community courts, municipal courts in the City of Philadelphia, and magisterial district judges. The ballot question is limited in that it would not amend any other provisions of the Pennsylvania Constitution related to the qualification, election, tenure, or compensation of the justices, judges or magisterial district judges. The effect of the ballot question would be to allow all justices, judges, and magisterial district judges to remain in office until the last day of the calendar year in which they attain the age of 75 years. This would permit all justices, judges, and magisterial district judges to serve an additional five years beyond the current required retirement age.

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Serving on homecoming committee ‘unforgettable’ By JOHN PATISHNOCK Penn State Live

UNIVERSITY PARK — Once Sam Etzi and Shannon McConnell visited the University Park campus and spent some time at Penn State, it became obvious to both of them: They were going to be Nittany Lions. “I fell head over heels in love with this school,” Etzi said. “The opportunities that we have here at Penn State are very different from other schools.” Added McConnell: “I came on a tour, and hearing people yell, ‘We are’ at you — it gives you a sense of family that everybody feels when they come to Penn State. That really drew me to this school.” Etzi is from Pittsburgh, while McConnell is from Emmaus, near Allentown. Both are seniors. Their contributions to Penn State will have a significant impact for those returning to campus for homecoming. The Homecoming Executive Committee has been planning for Homecoming Week, which concludes Sunday, Oct. 8, all year. Though for the students who comprise the committee, such as Etzi and McConnell, homecoming is about more than one week in October. It’s a year-round celebration that’s enriched their college experiences. “To many people, homecoming is just a week in October, but I think I can speak for the entire executive committee when I say homecoming is an organization that has made each of our Penn State experiences the best and most unforgettable they can be,” McConnell said. Both McConnell (alumni relations) and Etzi (royalty) serve as directors, after previous stints as captains. They’ve flourished in their roles. They both said that becoming involved with homecoming has been one of their best college experiences, with McConnell saying that she’s met Penn Staters who still have so much pride and passion: “No matter when you graduated, Penn State always sticks with you,” she said. And Etzi loved seeing how the event unites the university, explaining that she didn’t think she’d have the opportunity to meet alumni as an undergraduate student, but that’s happened through her leadership role with the committee. “I am inspired by the leadership and creativity displayed by our student-led homecoming effort,” Alumni Association CEO Paul Clifford said. “Their efforts create and deliver a memorable homecoming experience each fall for alumni that return home to Happy Valley to celebrate their Nittany Lion heritage.” So all of this has led to this year’s homecoming — and as Etzi said, “The feeling is really surreal.”

The centerpiece for Friday, Oct. 7, is the Homecoming Parade, which will begin at 6 p.m. The parade route will weave through campus and down College Avenue. More than 200 organizations participated in the 2015 parade, including students, alumni and community members. In total, approximately 2,200 people walked in the parade, spanning the entire Penn State spectrum. And therein lies part of the awesomeness of homecoming: Penn Staters from all different demographics and backgrounds coming together. “I think the variety of groups we see participate in our annual Homecoming Parade is a representation of who Penn Staters really are, which is something we want to showcase,” said parade director Nick Harvey. “Penn Staters come from across the globe and that is something that helps us grow culturally. The diversity we see also ties in the mission of Penn State Homecoming: to celebrate tradition and instill pride in all members of the Penn State family through active engagement of students, alumni, faculty and staff across the community.” There’s still plenty of focus on tradition and nostalgia, with the executive committee once again selecting an alumni court. The group is made up of alumni who served in homecoming court as students, a new initiative started last year. McConnell helped oversee the selection, and they received more responses than they expected. Included among them was Joan Hunter Miller, class of 1955, who was named homecoming queen as a student. She couldn’t attend the alumni court ceremony, though kept in touch with the committee and thanked the students for the honor. “I thought it was really cool that we were able to reach her, and that she was so excited,” McConnell said. “Homecoming means bringing past, present and future Penn Staters together for a celebration of pride,” Etzi said. “Being on the executive committee for Homecoming 2016 has truly changed my college years; being able to have such an influence on an event that so many attend is really an honor that I will cherish as a student and as an alumna.” Added security director Erin O’Rourke: “Homecoming is a celebration of generations that have graduated, that are currently attending the university and that will eventually call Happy Valley their home. It brings together so

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Windy Hill to add 48-unit ‘passive’ building for seniors By G. KERRY WEBSTER kerry.ccgazette@gmail.com

PHILIPSBURG — Windy Hill Village, a continuing care retirement community for people 55 and over, will add a 48-unit senior rental apartment building to the campus. Westminster Place at Windy Hill will be a passive house building, one of fewer than 50 in the country, and will incorporate sustainable construction and green features. The total cost of the expansion will be $10 million and construction is expected to begin in early 2017. The passive house design will be highly insulated, energy efficient and require 50 percent less energy than other types of heating and cooling systems. The efficiencies incorporated throughout the building will require 86 percent less heat and 46 percent less cooling. Utilities per unit are estimated to be $50 a month — approximately half of a conventional system.

“Presbyterian Senior Living strives to be a leader in energy efficient designs and systems, which insures excellent resident comfort and long-term sustainability with low operating costs for our current and future residents,” said Jeff Davis, senior vice president and chief financial officer of Presbyterian Senior Living. “Passive house is a big step towards our future in which we plan to do even more in this area.” Key features of Westminster Place at Windy Hill design and construction include: ■ Continuous insulation through the building without thermal bridging ■ High-performance, triple-paned windows and doors ■ Airtight construction to keep in purified air and prevent loss of conditioned air ■ Best practices for storm water management ■ Stewardship of resources through moderate density housing

Police seek help in probe of alleged assault By statecollege.com staff STATE COLLEGE — State College police were asking for the public’s help identifying individuals involved in an alleged assault at Cedarbrook apartments, 320 E. Beaver Ave. According to police, the assault occurred at around 2 a.m. Sept. 17. Four

males were identified at the scene after reviewing video evidence. Anyone who may be able to identify the individuals or who has information regarding the incident is asked to contact the State College Police Department at (814) 234-7150, by email or by submitting an anonymous tip through the department’s website.

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State College store at Fraser Street and Beaver Avenue and is expected to add about 70 jobs. The flexible-format store, according to www.target.com, is better fitted to urban sites and developing neighborhoods, and will carry items more fitted to the “college lifestyle.” “Target has been focused on urban and college campus growth by adding flexibleformat stores in priority markets across the country,” said Target representative Kristy Welker. “Because this format allows us to customize the stores, the new State College store will provide an assortment of products that are tailored to meet the needs of Penn State students and local residents. “We are very excited to open our new store in the Fraser Centre and to officially join the Nittany Lions family.” H&M is one of the world’s largest fashion retailers and is known for its fashion“Jabco is the Place to Go!”

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By the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Israel, the United States and the world lost a great leader in former Israeli president and prime minister Shimon Peres, who died last week at 93. He was an intellectual rather than a warrior or politician and, for that reason, never achieved in Israel the heft that would have enabled him to translate into concrete measures the basic optimism inherent in his approach to Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s long-term future. He once put it, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Spring is waiting for us at the threshold,â&#x20AC;? but never quite got there even though he shared the Nobel Peace Prize in 1994 for trying. Peresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; support of â&#x20AC;&#x153;land for peace,â&#x20AC;? starting in 1984, led him to pursue peace and security for Israel through the 1993 Oslo accords. They never quite worked out either, including transitioning into support for the still-on-the-table two-state resolution of the division of land and authority in Palestine. Peres led Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Labor Party into five elections but won none. He was born in what was then Poland and immigrated to Israel at age 11. He was a protĂŠgĂŠ of the first Israeli prime minister, David Ben-Gurion, as well as a first cousin of American actress Lauren Bacall. He lived and sometimes led the evolution of Israel from independence in 1948 to its current situation. Palestinians had mixed feelings about Peres. He was a founder of Israelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nuclear program. He was considered by the Palestinians to be one of the more reasonable Israeli leaders but also seen as having blood on his hands. Whether the Palestinian Authorityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s acting leader, Mahmoud Abbas, will attend his funeral is not yet clear. Peres was listened to and loved by many American interlocutors. It was out of admiration and respect, not just in quest of Jewish votes, that world leaders gathered to honor the man in death.

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to the next and start a conversation. They â&#x20AC;&#x201D; we â&#x20AC;&#x201D; all have our phones in our hands and our hands to our faces looking for whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s out there instead of experiencing the what and the who that is right in front of us. Our loss of focus undoubtedly started long before the cellphone. The automobile. The telephone. Television. Computers. The amazing conveniences that have been invented in the last 100 years have made our lives easier but also less focused. Our ancestors werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t eating dinner in the car while driving kids to after-school activities at the same time as answering emails and making conference calls. Our multitasking is not only dangerous but it is stealing our sense of calm, and we are missing the joys of the moment. We have become collectively more depressed, anxious and unhappy. We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know how to talk to each other anymore. What we have gained in efficiency we have lost in connections to others and to our life experiences. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m on a mission to be more mindful. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m on a mission to live in the here and now. The research on mindfulness and self-awareness supports what Buddhists and other Eastern religions and practices have known for centuries. Slowing down our minds and experiencing the â&#x20AC;&#x153;nowâ&#x20AC;? is good for our spiritual, mental and even physical health. As we collectively add more stress to our lives, taking a breath, thinking and doing nothing have considerable benefits in reducing the psychological and physical reactions we have to the stimuli in our environment. Allowing ourselves to just be without checking our phones, trying to do our to-do list all at once and spreading our focus too thin has benefits in our relationships, at work and even in the

classroom. Research that has examined mindfulness with children has found a positive relationship with behaviors in the classroom, test anxiety, compassion and empathy for others and improved feelings of self-worth. Mindfulness in adults makes us better partners, parents and people. Practicing mindfulness doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to mean the lotus position and incense and â&#x20AC;&#x153;oms.â&#x20AC;? It can start with five minutes of quiet, awareness of breathing and just doing nothing. Those who practice mindfulness offer other suggestions too. For many it starts with putting your phone down. Other tips are just as simple. Focusing on the person to who you are talking. Taking the time to eat slowly and savor a meal. Taking a walk without earbuds and music. Sitting at your desk or at home for a few minutes several times a day with your eyes closed, just listening. Mindfulness allows us to reset and recharge. Scientists who study mindfulness and meditation have found physiological changes proportionate to the amount of time spent in reflection: reduced signs of stress; an improved immune system; reduction in symptoms of pain, migraine and gastrointestinal issues, to name just a few. Our multi-tasking is killing us. Mindfulness, including meditation, can be our saving grace. It took me a while to identify that feeling I was having after 75-minute yoga sessions of breathing, moving and focusing. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s called joy. If it sounds a little kooky or new age-y or even hippie, I urge you to reframe that. The benefits will surprise you. Slow down. Take a breath. Give yourself five or 10 or even 30 minutes to do nothing. Take the time to really listen to your co-worker or your spouse or your child. Finish one thing before starting another. Just be.

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OCTOBER 6-12, 2016

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Consider treatment options for back pain before surgery

GREGORY G. BILLY

During their lifetime, as many as eight out of 10 people experience back pain that lasts more than three days. However, the good news is that for 80 percent of these people, the pain goes away with simple treatment. Most lower back pain is acute, lasting fewer than six weeks. The most common causes are muscle or Dr. Gregory G. ligament strain and Billy is a physical damage to the discs medicine and that act as cushions rehabilitation between the bones in specialist with the spine. These injuPenn State Sports ries often occur folMedicine, a part of Penn State Medical lowing heavy lifting, Group in State extensive bending College. over or hours of sitting during a long airplane or car ride. The pain typically starts in the lower back and extends down either leg. Anyone can develop back pain, but it is more common as we age. In adolescents, back pain is usually caused by stress fractures due to overuse, especially among athletes and dancers. Back pain experienced by adults through their 40s tends to be disc-related. Older adults are likely to suffer from stenosis, or narrowing of the spine. Other causes of back pain vary: from shingles to infection to osteoporosis. The majority of back pain can be managed without surgery. In fact, studies have shown that patients who suffered disc herniation with pain traveling down the leg experienced similar long-term pain reduction regard-

less of surgical or non-surgical treatment.

TREATMENT OPTIONS

The first step toward relieving back pain is understanding it. A physician should inquire about the history of your pain, including the exact location of the pain, what makes it feel better or worse and what may have caused it. A physical exam helps isolate the cause of the pain — for example, what happens when you stand, sit, lift your leg, walk, etc.? Although a magnetic resonance image can help confirm a working diagnosis, it’s important to remember that it’s only a picture, not a diagnosis or treatment. Because the back changes with age, MRIs of many older adults are likely to depict damage, but the damage captured in that image may not be the current cause of back pain. For minor acute injuries, treatment is simple: ■ Over-the-counter pain relievers or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, can be taken. ■ Apply ice to stop spasms; apply heat to relieve soreness or aching . ■ Individuals should maintain normal daily activities as much as possible, as long periods of bed rest leads to tightening of the muscles and spine. When at-home measures don’t relieve back pain, a physician often considers three non-surgical treatment options: ■ Physical therapy, which can feature heat, ultrasound or transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, as well as physical exercises supervised by a professional therapist. ■ Non-invasive prescription drugs, such as anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxers, oral steroids and topical pain relievers. ■ Steroid injections into the epidural space around the spinal cord can provide months of pain relief.

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Simple lifestyle changes can reduce the likelihood of suffering back pain in the future: ■ Exercises to strengthen the abdominal and back muscles that help support the torso; through stretching or yoga, gain flexibility in the hips and upper legs. ■ Increase endurance through low-impact aerobic activities, such as walking and swimming. ■ Lose excess weight to relieve stress on the back. ■ Lift heavy items by keeping the back straight, bending at the knees and using leg strength. ■ When standing for long periods, al-

ternate resting one foot and then the other on a low stool to relieve back stress. ■ Choose seats or chairs with solid lower-back support and armrests. ■ When sitting, take frequent breaks to stand or walk around. A recent Penn State study found that people who sat for four hours at work actually lost lumbar disc height during that time — compressing the cushions between the bones of the spine — while those who changed positions and stretched every 15 minutes had no measurable loss. Being proactive may prevent back pain from recurring, or developing in the first place.

Mount Nittany Physician Group offers flu shot clinics at several locations The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that people get a flu shot each year, as different strains of the flu are constantly emerging and the current season’s flu shot is a protection from new types of flu. Mount Nittany Physician Group will provide flu shot clinics at seven of its locations: ■ Bellefonte Internal Medicine, 141 Medical Park Lane, Bellefonte, (814) 3557322, open to the public ■ Blue Course Drive Internal Medicine, 1700 Old Gatesburg Road, Suite 310, State College, (814) 237-3122, open to the public ■ Boalsburg Pediatrics, 3901 S. Atherton St., State College, (814) 466-7921, by appointment for current pediatric patients

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Obesity rate soars among professional baseball players By VICTORIA M. INDIVERO Penn State Live

UNIVERSITY PARK — Major League Baseball players have become overwhelmingly overweight and obese during the last quarter century, according to health researchers. David E. Conroy, Penn State professor of kinesiology, and colleagues looked at 145 years of data on professional baseball players’ body mass. The researchers found that the athletes’ weight held steady for more than 100 years, with the majority of them weighing in at what is considered “normal,” — i.e., with a body mass index between 18.5 and 24.9.

However, around 1991 the average player’s BMI began to rise, and over the last 25 years nearly 80 percent of players fall into the overweight or obese category with a BMI above 25. Obesity in the general U.S. population began to rise in the mid-1970s, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Research exists that shows how having extra weight can help with certain aspects of baseball,” said Conroy, also professor of human development and family studies. “The more force a batter can put into the ball, the further it will travel.” The researchers used the publicly available Lahman Baseball Database, where

players’ height, weight and age are recorded for their debut year in Major League Baseball. The data were self-reported, however Conroy points to the trend of players’ increasing weight as informative — and cause for some concern. Conroy and colleagues report their findings in Obesity Research and Clinical Practice. “The data are observational, and raise more questions than they answer,” said Conroy. “BMI can be misleading, because it doesn’t take body composition into account. What kind of pounds are the players adding? Are they mostly muscle or fat?” The rise coincides with baseball’s steroid era, and steroids are known to cause

weight gain in some. But the rise also lines up with advances in sports science and nutrition, which have enabled athletes to better train and fuel, helping them build muscle and endurance — which could lead to weight gain as well. “These trends warrant further attention because of the potential for adverse long-term health consequences in this population and those who perceive them as role models for health and human performance,” the researchers wrote. Kathleen Y. Wolin, co-founder of Coeus Health LLC, and Mercedes R. Carnethon, associate professor of preventive medicine, Northwestern University, also worked on this research.

Mount Nittany Health constructing new Bellefonte facility STATE COLLEGE – Mount Nittany Health announced the development of a new corporate services building at 925 E. Bishop St. in Bellefonte. The building will be the third Mount Nittany Health facility to be located in Bellefonte. Mount Nittany Physician

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OCTOBER 6-12, 2016

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

What happens after a mastectomy? STATE COLLEGE — Moving forward with a mastectomy is an incredibly personal and emotional decision women make in their fight against breast cancer. If you’re considering a mastectomy, there are things you need to know. First, mastectomy is a term used to describe several different procedures. “A mastectomy can involve removing one or both breasts, as well as removing lymph nodes in the underarm area. This is done to determine if cancer has spread,” said Dr. Mona Duncan, surgeon at Geisinger Gray’s Woods. Some mastectomies include the removal of breast tissue, the areola, nipple and underarm lymph nodes, some spare the breast skin, and others only remove breast tissue, sparing the skin, nipple and areola.

With a mastectomy comes the option for breast reconstruction. “Reconstructive surgery following a mastectomy restores the shape and look of your breast. It can be done at the same time of your mastectomy or at a later date in a second operation,” Duncan said. If you chose to have a mastectomy without breast reconstruction, the surgery will likely take one to three hours. It may require an extra day in the hospital, but it’s increasingly common for people to go home the same day as their surgery. If you’re having a double mastectomy, the procedure will take longer and you may spend more time in the hospital recovering. And if you’re having reconstruction done after the mastectomy, the surgery

will take longer and require you to stay a few more days in the hospital. If you have a mastectomy, you don’t necessarily have to get breast reconstruction right after or even at all. If you chose to have reconstructive surgery at the same time as your mastectomy, your doctor and plastic surgeon will coordinate your procedures to be available at the time of your surgery. If your treatment includes radiation therapy, you may choose a different option for breast reconstruction. “Radiation may impact your breast reconstruction options. Instead of having reconstructive surgery right away, your surgeon may place temporary tissue expanders behind the chest wall muscle. These temporary expanders form the new breast

mound,” Duncan explained. This option gives you the opportunity to delay your final reconstructive surgery until after you complete radiation. When your surgery is complete, the surgeon will close the incision with stitches, which may dissolve or get removed later. You may also have one or two small plastic tubes placed where your breast was removed. “These tubes will drain any and all fluids that accumulate after your surgery. They’re sewn into place and attached to a small drainage bag,” Duncan said. Regardless of breast reconstruction, you will likely have some soreness in your chest, underarm and shoulder following a mastectomy.

Mastectomies aren’t only treatment option STATE COLLEGE — Finding out you have breast cancer is scary. Trying to figure out all of your options can be confusing and overwhelming. When all of those facts and emotions are combined, you may naturally gravitate toward the option for a mastectomy, but there’s value in weighing all of your treatment options. “Women may opt for a mastectomy with the mindset that they want all of the cancer out and don’t want to worry about it coming back,” said Dr. Mona Duncan, surgeon at Geisinger Gray’s Woods. “But most women with breast cancer also have the option of breast-conserving surgery.” With a mastectomy, the entire breast, surrounding tissue and even lymph nodes are removed. This is a highly invasive surgery, potentially requiring recovery time in the hospital and breast reconstruction surgery. Depending on your breast cancer, breast-conserving surgery is an option.

“Breast-conserving surgery removes the cancer and surrounding tissue, but just enough tissue to keep the chance of cancer coming back low while leaving the breast looking as normal as possible after surgery,” Duncan said. The two general breast-conserving surgeries include a lumpectomy and a partial mastectomy. “The location and size of each person’s tumor is different, which means the amount of tissue removed during surgery varies from person to person,” Duncan said. A lumpectomy is the removal of the cancerous lump and some of the breast tissue surrounding it. A partial mastectomy is more extensive, involving the removal of the area of breast that contains the cancer as well as some of the breast tissue around the tumor and the lining over the chest muscles below the tumor. Many people who opt for breast-conserving surgery

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also have radiation therapy. Some may also have chemotherapy, hormone therapy or both. There are risks and benefits to consider when weighing your option of a mastectomy or a lumpectomy with radiation therapy. “The biggest benefit of lumpectomy combined with radiation is that overall survival is the same as with mastectomy while the breast is preserved as much as possible,” Duncan said. Radiation therapy may trigger some side effects and requires frequent trips to a treatment center. According to Duncan, “Having a mastectomy may mean you won’t also need radiation therapy, although some women do need this additional treatment.” The risk with this option is the invasiveness of the surgery and the loss of a breast.

STATE COLLEGE — Early detection is the key to identifying cancer when it’s more easily treated and curable, especially with breast cancer. For many years, early detection in breast cancer depended on self and clinical breast exams as well as regular mammograms. But recently, technology has improved and provided healthcare professionals with a more advanced tool for breast cancer detection: breast tomosynthesis. “Breast tomosynthesis, which is also known as 3-D mammography, takes multiple X-ray images of each breast from many angles, creating a layer-by-layer view of the breast tissue,” said Dr. Martha Showalter, radiologist at Geisinger Gray’s Woods. The images from this form of mammography remove tissue overlap that may hide cancers or create the impression that dense breast tissue is a tumor. Breast tomosynthesis is different from a standard mammogram in the same way computerized tomography differs from a standard X-ray — it’s a three-dimensional perspective that tends to provide doctors with a clearer, more accurate view compared to standard mammograms. “Mammograms usually consist of two X-rays of each

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breast from top to bottom and side to side,” Showalter said. “Breast tomosynthesis machines take multiple pictures of each breast from many angles, with the X-ray tube moving in an arc above the breast.” With breast tomosynthesis, the breast is positioned in the same way as conventional 2-D mammograms. The compression is necessary in both 2-D and 3-D imaging to spread out the tissue to limit overlap. Breast tomosynthesis is credited with earlier detection of small cancers that may be hidden on traditional mammograms, as well as improved accuracy in identifying shape, size and location of abnormalities in the breast. “The increased accuracy with breast tomosynthesis has also resulted in fewer callbacks and fewer unnecessary biopsies or additional tests,” Showalter said. Breast cancer detection in women with dense breast tissue has been improved using 3-D mammography. “Breast cancer is often denser than most healthy breast tissue, appearing as white, irregular areas or shadows on mammogram images,” Showalter said. “However, dense breast tissue can appear as a solid white area on a mammogram, making it more difficult to see through and identify cancer. Breast tomosynthesis provides us with clearer images of dense breast tissue.”

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Greenhouse project aims to grow learning opportunities Special to the Gazette BOALSBURG — What does it take to create a living, growing school project that will not only teach, but also inspire, feed and uplift students? The science department at St. Joseph’s Catholic Academy recently found out when Penn State University donated a greenhouse to the school and the Walmart Foundation awarded a $500 grant for its greenhouse project. In addition to providing invaluable hands-on lessons for students, the 8-foot-by-12-foot greenhouse will also help the environment, be used for educational purposes outside of the science department and see the surrounding garden transformed into a tranquil space for spiritual reflection for all students. “Phase 1 planning took place over the summer,” said St. Joe’s biology and chemistry teacher Tamara Badger. “Students participated in the clearing of the land and building of the greenhouse. Currently, our health and nutrition class is growing plants in the greenhouse. In the spring, the horticulture elective will be responsible for additional planting and further developing the greenhouse area.” Badger said future plans include the addition of raised garden beds and purchasing additional accessories for the interior of the greenhouse. Two grant proposals are in process for the additional funding. The project has grown from a science department project into one that is much more far-reaching. Once the greenhouse is up and running and the gardens surround-

ing it are completed, the final result will align with all four pillars that make up the foundation of St. Joseph’s mission: faith (a spiritual garden area will include Biblical plants and provide space for meditation), service (a vegetable garden will provide food for local food programs), leadership (a pollinator garden and compost bins will support environmental stewardship) and scholarship (an outdoor lab space will be available for science classes). St. Joe’s biology, chemistry, physics and environmental science teachers are collaborating on the design and implementation. The goal is for the greenhouse and garden areas to be 100 percent student-led year after year. In 2016–2017, the first phase of the project will include the greenhouse, a pollinator garden and a vegetable garden. Other components planned for later years include a spiritual garden and an apiary. “Having a greenhouse is an important addition to the teaching tools that we have for our students in the sciences,” said biology teacher Dr. Catherine E. Merovich. “It’s an opportunity for our students to engage in long-term projects where they can explore the biology of plants and conduct quality experiments throughout the school year and even into the summer months.” Just this month, the students in nutrition class planted fall vegetables including potatoes, onions, lettuce, spinach, Swiss chard, radishes, carrots and herbs. They plan on harvesting the vegetables in late November. Some of the harvest will be used by the school cafeteria and the remainder will be donated to a local food pantry.

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THE CENTRE COUNTY Association of School Retirees recently met to discuss the new criteria to be used in selecting this year’s recipient of a $1,500 scholarship. The award is given to a graduating senior from a county high school and previously has rotated among Bald Eagle, Bellefonte, Penns Valley and State College graduates planning to major in an education-related field. Pictured, from left, are Sherry Farrall and Lew Rodrick, both with CCASR; Susan Perry, director of the Career and Technology Center of State College Area School District; and Mary Ann Volders, director of secondary education at Central Pennsylvania Institute of Science and Technology.

AP Scholar Awards honor 134 State High students STATE COLLEGE — In recognition of their performances on the 2016 College Board’s Advanced Placement exams, 134 State College Area High School students recently received AP Scholar Awards, achieving a collective average score of 4.32. AP exam scores range from 1 to 5, with 5 the highest. Of the students recognized, 22 received the National AP Scholar Award for earning an average score of 4 or higher on all AP exams taken, and scores of 4 and higher on eight or more exams. These students are: Kendall Allen, Jeffrey Cao, Eden ClinghamDavid, Xichen Cui, Anthony Degleris, Lars de Lorenzi, Jay Deng, Jacqueline Feffer, Joseph Feffer, Nicholas Feffer, Gopal Jayakar, Sojung Kim, Emma Lee, Alice Lin, Milan Liu, Vincent Liu, Cuyler Luck, Bethany Parkinson, Rosaleen Xiong, Andrew Yang, Qianhe Yang and Lily Zhang. In addition: ■ 60 students qualified for the AP

Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. ■ 31 students qualified for the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. ■ 43 students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP exams with scores of 3 or higher. The Advanced Placement Program provides students with the opportunity to take rigorous college-level courses while still in high school, and to earn college credit, advanced placement or both for successful performances on the AP exams. Research has shown that AP students who score 3 or higher on AP exams typically have greater academic success in college and higher college graduation rates than students who do not participate in the AP program.

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UNIVERSITY PARK — The Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center at Penn State and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation have released a social and emotional learning brief addressing the causes and consequences of teacher stress in the classroom. “Teacher Stress and Health: Effects on Teachers, Students and Schools” is the first in a 10-part series of short reports condensing current research on a topic and providing recommendations for policymakers and others. Social and emotional learning is the process through which people build and use the skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships, and make responsible decisions. This first brief examines the causes and consequences of teacher stress — a growing problem with nearly one-half of teachers reporting high daily stress and more teachers leaving the profession than ever before. “High teacher turnover not only impacts costs to our educational system, it also results in lower student achievement,” said Mark Greenberg, Edna Peterson Bennett Endowed Chair of Prevention Research and co-author of the brief. “Mindfulness and teacher stress reduction programs can substantially reduce teach-

er stress, but broader organizational approaches are needed.” The brief, co-authored with Joshua Brown, an associate professor of psychology at Fordham University, and Rachel Abenavoli, a post-doctoral fellow at New York University, makes recommendations on research, practice and policy to ensure schools are healthier places for teachers and students. A companion video to the brief is also available and can be found on the Edna Bennett Pierce Prevention Research Center’s YouTube channel. Additionally, a forum in December addressing teacher stress will include a group of professionals in search of innovative policies and programs that can build a culture of health in schools. Penn State and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation will host the event. “We are in search of visionary, scientifically based and practical ideas that will improve the well-being of teachers and ensure successful outcomes for our children,” Greenberg said. Coming briefs in the series will discuss the importance of parent engagement, as well as social and emotional learning at the pre-school, elementary school, middle and high school levels. A grant from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation funds the research and development of the project.

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Aaronsburg celebrates annual Dutch Fall Festival By SAM STITZER pennsvalley@centrecountygazette.com

AARONSBURG — The village of Aaronsburg welcomed the month of October with its annual Haines Township Dutch Fall Festival on Oct. 1 and 2. The event is a combination of craft fair, folk festival and food and yard sales, and went on in spite of cool, rainy weather. Umbrella-toting shoppers were seen visiting vendors’ booths, which lined the sidewalks along Route 45 and offered a wide variety of handcrafted items, flea market delights and food products. The Penns Valley Historical Museum was open for visitors, and featured a new acquisition, an iron bell from the Watson Fort, which was located behind the Penns Valley High School building. Museum board member George Stover said the bell dates back to around 1780, and was formerly used as the iron bell trophy for the Penns Valley versus Bald Eagle Area football games. When its historical significance was discovered, the school district donated the bell to the museum, and procured a different bell for the trophy. Stover said the bell was sandblasted to remove several layers of paint which had been applied by the winning teams in the football games.

The museum is preparing a new exhibit for 2017, which will feature a still dating back to around 1730. The still was found in Haines Township and is currently being repaired and restored. In a garage on West Street behind the museum, board members did a brisk business selling their famous apple dumplings. Volunteers gather weeks before the festival to make nearly 1,500 dumplings. Money raised by the sale helps to support the museum. Live music was featured throughout the festival, including 70-year-old folk and bluegrass singer and comedian Keith Brintzenhoff, from Kutztown. Brintzenhoff sings and accompanies himself on an antique autoharp. Between songs he tells well-worn jokes, speaking in a Pennsylvania Dutch accent. Brintzenhoff calls himself “the prince of puns.” “This is my third career,” said Brintzenhoff. He was a junior high social studies teacher for 12 years, then operated a hobby and music store for 21 years before becoming a traveling entertainer. Brintzenhoff said he performs mostly in southeastern Pennsylvania venues, but has also performed in Germany several times and has had a TV series aired on PCN, the Pennsylvania Cable Network.

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FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS make apple butter the old-fashioned way in a steam-heated kettle at the Haines Township Dutch Fall Festival.

National Brain Tumor Society 5K set for Oct. 9 By LISA BENNATAN Special to the Gazette

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AFTER COMPLETING their required summer internships, 130 South Hills School of Business and Technology graduates from the State College, Altoona and Lewistown campuses came together for their commencement ceremony. Graduate Sheldon Scott, of State College, gets a congratulatory hug from his young fan, Oliver Jacobs.

South Hills School holds commencement for grads Special to the Gazette STATE COLLEGE — The assembly hall at the Penn Stater Conference Center was filled with applause and cheers of congratulations Sept. 26 as South Hills School of Business and Technology held its commencement ceremony for the graduating class of September 2016. After completing their required summer internships, 130 graduates from the State College, Altoona and Lewistown campuses came together to receive their specialized associate degrees from a number of career-focused programs. South Hills’ graduations are known to be given in a supportive and family-friendly atmosphere, as was evidenced at this year’s event. While singer and class of 2016 graduate Amanda Rider stood at the podium to lead the national anthem, she was met with a surprise. Much to the delight of the audience, her 3-year-old daughter ran to the stage, where the mother-daughter team finished out the national anthem as a duet without missing a beat. Words of challenge and encouragement were given to the graduates from keynote speaker Kathy Stephens, a 1997 South Hills graduate and operations manager for

University Park Plaza Corporation in State College. Following her in the lineup of special speakers was her niece, Kourtney Vermillion, of Julian, a graphic arts major who gave a lighthearted rendering on the successes and rewards of attaining her degree at South Hills School. Craig Ramage, an information technology graduate, of Hawk Run, was the recipient of this year’s Founder’s Award. This distinction is given to a graduating student who exemplifies the core values of South Hills’ founder, S. Paul Mazza: kindness to others, integrity, school involvement and a strong academic standing. Ramage was hired by the Raytheon Company, following his internship with the State College corporation. Receiving the JoAnn Bonfatto Memorial Award was Justin Vining, a criminal justice major from Julian. This award recognized Vining as an outstanding graduate with enthusiasm, willingness to help others, dependability and initiative throughout his time of study at South Hills. He has secured employment directly through his summer internship, working with the North Central Secure Treatment Unit in Danville as a youth developmental aide.

STATE COLLEGE — When Jamie Barbarich Covol was diagnosed with a brain tumor, she could have never imagined all the support and gratitude she’d be feeling today. On Sunday, Oct. 9, there will be a 5K run/walk for Covol and the National Brain Tumor Society. Covol is an autistic support teacher at Mount Nittany Elementary in State College. This July marked 10 years since Covol found out she had a tumor. “Ten years ago our lives were forever changed when I was diagnosed with a brain tumor — a tumor so large that they were not sure there was much that could be done,” said Covol. Covol, a mother and wife, has experienced the ups and downs associated with her diagnosis. “This journey has been like a race with a series of hills and valleys,” she said. Despite her daily headaches, she maintains a positive and appreciative outlook. “As always, you cannot control what happens to you, but you can control your attitude. Each day is a gift, and we know that more than most people,” Covol said. Her health has been relatively stable at the moment, and to her that is wonderful. However, she still deals with the daily effects and continues to be hopeful for a cure. “We continue to search for something, a treatment, a procedure, something to eradicate this tumor. We are very optimistic about the future and are in no way complaining,” Covol said. Covol is grateful for all the support she has received, with more than 500 people participating in the event last year.

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JAMIE BARBARIC COVOL hopes for a strong turnout at the 5K run/walk. “When I wake up each morning and look at my children, I have to smile knowing what a wonderful supportive community we live in and, no matter what happens to me, they have many people who love and care about them in their corner,” said Covol. The fundraising run/walk will be held at the Grange Fair Grounds in Centre Hall. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. and the race is set to start at 10 a.m. Entry cost is $20 for an individual, and $30 for a family; children under 6 years old are free.

Pit Bull Awareness Day planned STATE COLLEGE — Happy Paws Happy Homes will hold its ninth annual Pit Bull Awareness Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15, along Colonnade Way across from Petco in State College. The event, which will be held rain or shine and is free, will feature pit bull ambassadors, dog massages, kids’ activities, giveaway items, vendors and more. It aims to dispel myths associated with pit bulls, raise awareness about overpopulation of pit bulls, provide statistics and information advocating against breed-specific legislation, promote responsible pet ownership and provide opportunities to foster or adopt a local pit bull. Leashed, altered, dog-friendly, kid-friendly dogs are welcome.

Happy Paws Happy Homes is an allvolunteer nonprofit organization based in Tyrone that offers low-cost spay and neuter assistance, including the area’s only pit-specific program, “Fix-A-Bull.” HPHH promotes adoption and helps to re-home local dogs. “Pit bull’ is a generic term often used to describe dogs with similar traits and characteristics, including American pit bull terriers, American Staffordshire terriers and Staffordshire Bull terriers. Throughout history, pit bull breeds have served as police dogs, search dogs, therapy dogs and farm dogs. Contrary to stereotypes, many pit bulls live in families with other animals and children, according to HPHH.

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The Avid Gardener: Nature’s dark side

LORA GAUSS

“Nature is a haunted house.” — Emily Dickinson

Dickinson, the reclusive American poet, felt the world of nature to be a hauntingly mysterious place, and what better time than Halloween to explore a sampling of its spookier and more malevolent residents. The natural world is full of many insects, plants and even natural formations that are best for us humans to completely avoid. One of the nastiest insects is one of the most common — the cockroach (Blattella germanica), believed to Avid gardener have been on the planet for 350 milLora Gauss lives in lion years. Philipsburg. Email In 1940, the Carmelitos Housher at community@ centrecountygazette. ing Project in Southern California, a “new design for living,” opened to com. much hoopla, complete with a band and speeches. This huge complex of 712 town-house style apartments was one of the first built to offer people a way out of the Great Depression. Fast forward 20 years when a disturbing pattern began to emerge. Almost 40 percent of all hepatitis A cases in the community were coming from the housing project. The carrier was found to be cockroaches. Luckily, at the time, a group of UCLA scientists had developed a relatively safe insecticide called “Dri-die,” which eradicated them and almost completely eliminated new cases at Carmelitos. Today we know that cockroaches transmit lots of diseases, even though only 5 percent of the total cockroach population live near humans. They are able to crawl through any crack or opening and can easily travel through ductwork, sewer lines and electrical wiring, living off a wide variety of food waste and even things like book bindings, stamp paste and fingernails. The pathogens they carry with them include E. coli, salmonella, leprosy, typhoid, dysentery, plague, hookworm, hepatitis, staphylococcus and streptococcus. To compound the problem, a new set of health concerns have arisen because of home pesticide exposure, caused when homeowners try to eradicate them. What’s best to be done? To be honest, the best defense has been found to be the

League of Woman Voters set candidates’ night STATE COLLEGE — The League of Women Voters of Centre County will hold its General Election 2016 Candidates’ Night at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, in the State College Borough Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St., Room 304. Candidates for Pennsylvania’s 5th U.S. Congressional District and for the 76th, 77th, 81st and 171st State House districts have been invited to attend. The candidates will be given the opportunity to answer questions posed by the audience at the event. The event will be televised live on C-NET Channel 7, and livestreamed on cnet1.org. The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan organization that encourages informed and active participation of citizens in government and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Membership is open to both men and women, and members of the local league are automatically members of both the state and national League of Women Voters. For more information, visit www.lwvcentrecounty.org.

use of safe roach baits, cleanliness and a well-sealed home. (“Juice” of dead roaches also acts as a repellent, but isn’t liable to catch on.) It’s not only the insect world that has its share of villains. Poisons made from various parts of some plants can cure or kill, sometimes depending on the type of dosage. Take the castor bean plant (Ricinus communis). In 1978, there was the very public case of a BBC journalist and communist defector Georgi Markov, who was waiting at a bus stop in London when he felt a painful jab to the back of his leg. He turned in time to see a man with an umbrella quietly apologize and run away. Within the next few days he developed a fever, began throwing up and went to the hospital, where he died in agony shortly thereafter. Hemorrhages were found in almost every organ in his body. Upon examination, the puncture mark in his leg held a tiny metal pellet of ricin, the poisonous extract of the castor plant. Though KGB agents were suspected of the “umbrella murder,” no one was ever charged. This poisonous plant, the castor bean, can be grown as a striking annual with red stems and burgundy foliage to a shrub over 10 feet tall. It has deeply lobed leaves, seedpods that are prickly and large speckled seeds. It’s the seeds that are poisonous, with only a dosage of three or four necessary to cause serious illness or death. Luckily, people do survive it if it is purged quickly. Castor oil, however, has been used as a laxative, a muscle soother and an additive to cosmetics. A daily spoonful for children has been thought to be a restorative for eons. The good news is that in the case of castor oil, the ricin is removed in the manufacturing process. The castor plant is not the only harmful one by far. A top 10 list of potentially dangerous plants includes the western water hemlock, castor plant, wolfs bane, strychnine tree, bushman’s poison, white snakeroot (reported to have indirectly poisoned Abe Lincoln’s mother), common bladderwort, giant pitcher plant, angel trumpet and white baneberry. A word of caution: it is important at this point to stress that every plant in the plant world deserves respect. A plant’s power should never be taken lightly. Gloves should be worn when handling plants, and no one should experiment with ingesting any parts, especially those that are unfamiliar. Finally, let’s conclude with a truly frightening prospect — a stream that swallows people. In Yorkshire, England, there exists one of nature’s most

terrifying traps. It appears to be a small innocent-looking mountain stream that is about 6 feet across. It’s known as Bolton Strid, or simply the Strid. No one who has attempted to “stride” across this small mountain brook has come out alive (and most bodies were never recovered). This is because, in reality, the small stream is a river (less than 100 yards upstream it is the River Wharfe), but this river has been forced through a narrow gap, with the water gaining tremendous speed and unknown depth. Apparently, hidden within the seriously undercut banks is a network of caverns and tunnels that hold all of the rest of the river’s water. All it takes is one slip and … . Today, there are prominent signs warning against leaping across, as well as a policeman who patrols the area. Sadly, one supposed victim of the Strid was young William de Romilly who attempted the leap in 1154, never to return. His mother, in her sorrow, donated surrounding land to establish the Bolton-Priory monastery and William Wordsworth commented about it in his poem “The Force of Prayer.” The Boy is in the arms of Wharf(e), And strangled by a merciless force; For never more was young Romilly seen Till he rose a lifeless cor(p)se. Ah, yes, nature’s dark secrets. And many are found in our own homes and backyards. Garden notes: Want to lose some more sleep? Pick up a copy of Amy Stewart’s books, “Wicked Bugs” and “Wicked Plants,” for information on other diabolical members of the natural world.

Five townships set fall bulk collection Fall bulk waste collection for residential properties in Benner, College, Ferguson, Harris and Patton townships that receive trash collection services through the municipal contract with Advanced Disposal is scheduled for the week of Monday, Oct. 10, through Friday, Oct. 14, according to the Centre Regional Council of Governments. White goods, tires, TVs and computers will be collected and recycled. Other options for bulk item collection include: ■ Placing small bulk items on a regular trash day if the item weighs less than 40 pounds, one person can lift the item and the item will not damage the truck. No more than three items per week can be disposed of this way.

■ Calling Advanced Disposal at (814) 237-3713 for a special pickup, paying the accompanying charge. ■ Delivering the bulk item to the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority and paying the disposal fee. ■ Waiting until the next bulk waste collection in May 2017. Loose piles will not be collected. Customers may place large, bulky items at the curb on their regular pickup day during this special collection week. Acceptable items include furniture, mattresses and box springs, old appliances (limit one of each appliance type per residence), carpeting (dry, cut and tied), and tires (limit 10 car tires not exceeding 20 inches inside, rims removed). For more information, visit www.crcog.net/refuse.

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Brush must be piled with the ends of the limbs in the same direction, preferably with the ends pointing in the direction of travel. • Mixed or tangled piles will not be picked up. • Maximum diameter of limbs is 10 inches. • Longer lengths of limbs preferred. • Do not tie in bundles. • Stumps, old firewood, or construction material will not be picked up. • Brush will not be collected from lots being cleared for construction purposes. • No ornamental grass. • Crew will not enter private property. • Please pile your brush near curbside by 7:30AM on October 10, 2016 as collection will be one time per area.

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Alumni Fellows recognized for distinguished careers Penn State Live UNIVERSITY PARK — The Penn State Alumni Association will recognize 24 graduates Wednesday, Oct. 26, with the lifelong title of Alumni Fellow, the highest award given by the Alumni Association. Each Alumni Fellow receives a commemorative award designed by Jeanne Stevens-Sollman, a 1972 Penn State graduate and acclaimed medallic artist, and also a 2007 Alumni Fellow. Those being honored include: ■ Toni R. Ardabell, class of 1976, of Henrico, Va., is chief executive officer for Bon Secours Virginia Health System, where she is responsible for the strategic planning and operational oversight for eight acute care hospitals, ambulatory care services and five senior care service centers in the Richmond, Rappahannock and Hampton Roads areas. Ardabell serves on a number of boards, including those affiliated with the Virginia Hospital and Healthcare Association, the University of Richmond’s Robins School of Business, the Virginia Business Council, Penn State’s College of Nursing, the American Hospital Association and Venture Richmond. ■ Anthony P. Bihl III, class of 1978, of New Canaan, Conn., is chief executive officer of Bioventus, an orthobiologics company. Established in May 2012, Bioventus has more than 600 employees worldwide and works with patients, payers and health care providers throughout the world. Bihl is known for building high-performing teams, driving operational improvements and achieving exceptional financial results. Bihl previously served as CEO and president of American Medical Systems and CEO of Siemens Medical Solutions Diagnostics. ■ Jennifer Anne Chambers, a 1990 and 1995 graduate degree holder, of Grantville, is senior vice president for clinical solutions and chief medical officer at Capital BlueCross, a leading health insurance company in central Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley serving 21 counties. Capital BlueCross offers health insurance products, services and technology solutions to more than 1.3 million members. Since joining the Capital BlueCross medical staff in 2007, Chambers has led the company’s medical policy, clinical innovation, patient safety initiatives and clinical teams. Under her leadership, the company improved its clinical services and formed new partnerships with providers. Most recently, Chambers helped establish a program to improve care for cancer patients. ■ Barbara G. Cohen, class of 1974, of Chicago, is founder and president of Kannon Consulting, a Chicago-based firm that helps build strategies for clients facing changing markets. She is a sought-after counselor to businesses and nonprofit organizations across North America and a frequent speaker at industry conferences. Cohen consults with organizations in the media, technology, utility, human services and education sectors. Her clients include Tribune Company, the Clorox Company, Calvert Education, Cars.com, the Greater Chicago Food Depository and the YMCA. Cohen partners with clients to help evaluate new investment opportunities, core product line repositioning and reinvigorated growth strategies.

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■ Frank Coonelly, class of 1983, of Sewickley, has been president of the Pittsburgh Pirates since 2007 and is former general labor counsel to the commissioner of Major League Baseball. Coonelly is responsible for the operations of the Pirates organization and is accountable for its success both on and off the field. After making the playoffs for three consecutive years (2013 to 2015), the team’s popularity has significantly increased. The Pirates set franchise attendance records in each of the last two seasons and was named Organization of the Year in 2015 by Baseball America. Forbes has estimated the value of the franchise has more than tripled over the last eight years. ■ Martin S. Craighead, class of 1982, of The Woodlands, Texas, is chairman and chief executive officer of Baker Hughes Inc. Prior to his current role, he served in several key executive leadership positions with the company, including president, chief executive officer and chief operating officer. Craighead joined Baker Hughes in 1986, and since that time has held a broad range of leadership positions throughout North America, Latin America and the Asia Pacific region. From 2007 to 2009, he was group president of the drilling and evaluation business unit, following tenures as president of both the Baker Atlas and INTEQ divisions, and as vice president of worldwide operations. He began his career at Baker Hughes in regional sales in Canada. ■ Kurt F. Geisinger, a 1977 graduate degree holder, of Lincoln, Neb., is director of the Buros Center for Testing and the W.C. Meierhenry distinguished professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Geisinger has pioneered the application of testing and performance assessment to a broad range of endeavors. He has distinguished himself by designing authentic assessments for individuals with disabilities and is an expert in the translation and adaption of tests from one language and culture to another. He pushed the boundary of the field from the more conventional testing and assessment of academic progress in classroom settings, to measurements of the performance of police officers, firefighters, sanitation workers, health service workers and social workers in cities including Philadelphia and New York. ■ Robert J. Holland, class of 1973, of Orlando, Fla., is a project executive and educator with project management experience for complex hospitality, cruise ship, entertainment and health care/commercial/residential projects on three continents. After graduating from Penn State, Holland began working as a hospital planner/field architect for the Department of Veteran Affairs, where he was responsible for the planning and construction of health care facilities. He joined Walt Disney Imagineering in 1979 and spent the bulk of his career with the company, retiring in 2006 as vice president of resort development. Significant Disney projects included the EPCOT theme park; Disney’s first luxury resort, the Grand Floridian; hotels in Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong; and Disney’s first two cruise ships, Magic and Wonder. ■ Theodore Katsigianis, a holder of 1975 and 1979 graduate degrees, of Asheville, N.C., is vice president of agricultural sciences for The Biltmore Company, where he has been an industry leader since 1983. He is responsible for livestock and equestrian programs, oilseed production and agricultural tourism at the 8,000-acre private estate in Asheville, a National Historic Landmark that welcomes more than 1 million guests annually and employs more than 2,000 people. Katsigianis has pioneered programs in sustainable agriculture and local food and wine, including large projects to implement solar panels, the usage of waste oils for biofuel and cork recycling. Prior to his role at Biltmore, Katsigianis

was assistant professor of animal science at the University of Maryland, where he developed extension education programs. ■ Joseph G. Keller, class of 1976, of Hollidaysburg, is president of Keller Engineers Inc., with corporate headquarters located in Hollidaysburg. Keller, who founded the company in 1991, oversees the day-to-day operations and works with the firm’s board of directors to ensure policies lead to continued growth. Keller Engineers provides civil engineering, structural engineering and surveying services to the public and private sectors. Twenty-nine of the firm’s 60 employees are Penn State graduates. Keller began his career at P. Joseph Lehman Inc. Consulting Engineers. He is a licensed professional engineer in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Ohio and Tennessee. Keller serves on the Industrial Advisory Committee and the Philanthropic Council at Penn State Altoona. ■ Joseph Kovacs III, holder of a 1996 graduate degree, of Columbia, Md., is vice president and chief engineer at Stinger Ghaffarian Technologies, an engineering, science and information technology government services contractor. Kovacs manages and collaborates with engineers and scientists on developing an earth-observing spacecraft to help predict weather and monitor global climate change; deep space missions to investigate scientific theories about the universe; and scientific missions to study the moon, Mars, Mercury, Venus, Pluto and the sun. Prior to joining SGT, Kovacs was a program director at Northrop Grumman Corporation and a systems engineer at Lockheed Martin Corporation. He also supported development of the Polar Operational Environment Satellites, which provide daily earth observations used in weather forecasting and research. ■ Mario A. Lafortune, holder of 1978 and 1984 graduate degrees, is a renowned scientist who previously conducted groundbreaking research as director of innovation at Nike Golf’s research and development facility, The Oven. He pursued high-performance products that were made for professional and amateur golfers. He is an influential figure in the field of biomechanics and the application of biomechanics toward the design of athletic shoes, apparel and equipment. Previously, Lafortune established and served as director of the Nike Sport Research Laboratory at Nike’s headquarters in Oregon from 1996–2010. There, he provided leadership for one of the world’s foremost research facilities in creating and developing new athletic products. ■ Tim O’Neal Lorah, class of 1982, of New York, is a senior director in Navigant Consulting’s Global Investigations and Compliance Practice, specializing in anti-money laundering, economic sanctions, anti-bribery and corruption and financial crime compliance. Lorah graduated magna cum laude from New York Law School in 1996 and started his career as a law clerk to Judge Howard A. Levine of the New York Court of Appeals. He then was a senior associate at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP, where he advised financial institutions on matters relating to Bank Secrecy Act/USA PATRIOT Act and sanctions compliance. He then moved to Morgan Stanley and Barclays, serving as managing director and global head of anti-money laundering and financial crime compliance at both companies. ■ Mary Meder, class of 1984, of Philadelphia, is the president of Harmelin Media, one of the nation’s top 10 independent media firms. Under her leadership since 2002, billings have more than doubled to $500 million annually. Harmelin Media’s growth and ongoing success can be attributed to remaining true to its founding principles of strategy, creativity and innovation, while providing the highest level of customer service in the industry. Alumni, Page 17

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OCTOBER 6-12, 2016 Alumni, from page 16 Meder honed her agency skills at Gray & Rogers and Kalish & Rice Advertising. She is the past chair of Special Olympics Pennsylvania and currently serves on its board. In 2011, she received the Special Olympics Pennsylvania Hall of Fame Al Senavitis Lifetime Achievement Award. ■ Tom Ortenberg, class of 1982, of Santa Monica, Calif., is chief executive officer of Open Road Films and a driving force behind the film “Spotlight,” the winner of 2016 Academy Awards for Best Picture and Best Original Screenplay. Ortenberg has built his career producing stories about important societal issues. Ortenberg founded Open Road in 2011 after a successful studio career as a top executive with LionsGate Entertainment and The Weinstein Company. In addition to “Spotlight,” he has driven the financing, production and/or distribution of such acclaimed films as “Crash,” “3:10 To Yuma,” “Monster’s Ball,” “Chef,” “Nightcrawler,” “Gods and Monsters,” the Tyler Perry and “Saw” film franchises and Michael Moore’s “Fahrenheit 9/11,” among others. ■ Craig L. Pearce, class of 1987, of Mobile, Ala., recently accepted the position of Ben May Endowed Chair of Management at the University of South Alabama. He also maintains an advisory position at MEF University in Istanbul, Turkey, and works as an international management consultant and keynote speaker, specializing in executive leadership development. Prior to his new position, Pearce served as University Distinguished Professor at MEF University and director of the Deloitte Leadership Institute at Ozyegin University in Istanbul, Turkey. Previously, he was dean of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship at American University of Nigeria, and the Donald Clifton Chair in Leadership and director of the Institute for Innovative Leadership at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. ■ John J. Rooney, class of 1986, of Berwyn, is managing principal of client excellence at Deloitte Advisory. He has significantly contributed to the success of his clients’ companies, making them leaders in their respective fields. He has also led a number of other practices within Deloitte. Most recently, Rooney has led the Consumer and Industrial Products Industry Practice to four years of double-digit growth with more than 225 partners and more than $500 million in revenues. Previously, as Retail and Distribution Industry Sector leader, he doubled the size of the

THE CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE practice in four years. Additionally, he has served as a member of the partner advisory board that led Deloitte’s $300 million investment in Deloitte University, the firm’s leadership center. ■ Andrew J. Santacroce, class of 1988, of Horsham, was named in Computerworld’s Premier 100 IT Leaders of 2016 for envisioning, managing and executing technology innovations that have made a positive impact in business, and is the current vice president of technology development at TMNA Services LLC. At TMNA, Santacroce focuses on efficiencies and cost savings by streamlining processes and building synergies across multiple business units. Previously, Santacroce was responsible for launching BDP International’s first mobile application as vice president, led technology teams at Verizon for 11 years while also earning the Verizon Excellence Award, and held leadership roles at Cable & Wireless Communications, SmithKline Beecham, The PMA Group, PECO Energy and Prudential Insurance Company. ■ Joanna Shields, class of 1984, of London, is a technology industry veteran and parliamentarian currently serving as the minister for Internet safety and security in the United Kingdom. Shields was ennobled in 2014 and serves as a life peer in the House of Lords. In the Queen’s Honours 2014, she became an officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire. Her ministerial responsibilities include eradicating harmful online crimes — including child abuse, child exploitation and cyber hate — combating online extremist recruitment and radicalization, and ensuring safe and open access to the Internet for everyone. Shields has been a leader and global innovator of technology companies worldwide. ■ Janet S. Vergis, class of 1986 and a 1988 graduate degree holder, of Holicong, currently serves as an executive adviser to private equity firms, where she helps identify and evaluate investment opportunities and provides operational expertise in the health care industry. Recently, Vergis served as the chief executive officer of OraPharma Inc., a privately held pharmaceutical company. In that role, she led the successful turnaround of the business and its subsequent sale. Previously, Vergis managed a $6 billion portfolio at Johnson & Johnson as president of Janssen Pharmaceutica, McNeil Pediatrics and Ortho-McNeil Neurologics. She contributed to a number of Johnson & Johnson companies during her career,

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serving as a member of company management boards for more than 10 years. ■ Mary Beth Ward, class of 1982, of Springfield, Va., currently serves as an environmental appeals judge on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental Appeals Board. She brings to the board almost three decades of litigation and management experience at the U.S. Justice and Commerce departments in matters arising under federal pollution control and natural resource laws. Previously, Ward served as deputy general counsel for the Commerce Department’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. She led a staff providing legal advice across an array of NOAA pro-

grams to manage the nation’s commercial and recreational fisheries and protect atrisk marine species and their habitat, and was recognized twice with the Department of Commerce Gold Medal, the department’s highest award. ■ William Warren, class of 1986 and a 1990 graduate degree holder, of Cocoa Beach, Fla., is vice president and leads innovation for research and development at Sanofi Pasteur, the vaccines division of the multinational pharmaceutical company, Sanofi. Warren began his career as a principal member of the technical staff at Sandia Alumni, Page 18

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UNIVERSITY PARK — When Penn State placekicker Tyler Davis trotted out onto the field to attempt a last-second, 40-yard field goal to tie the game against Minnesota, Davis had never missed a kick for Penn State. Up to that point, Davis was a perfect 16-for-16, but there was much more riding on this attempt than his streak. If he missed, the Nittany Lions would lose what was almost universally regarded as a season-defining game against the Gophers. Davis didn’t miss. The kick was true and tied the game at 23-all with two seconds left and forced overtime. From there, the beleaguered Penn State defense and Saquon Barkley took care of the rest. The Lion defenders were gouged for 469 yards by the Gophers, but they nevertheless rose to occasion in overtime. Minnesota ran three plays for minus yardage in its first overtime possession and was forced to settle for a field goal. What happened next was vintage Barkley. On a play that the Gophers stopped time after time all afternoon, the sophomore took an inside handoff, froze a defender at the 15-yard line and high stepped into the end zone. Minnesota lost its concentration for just a second and watched Penn State celebrate a 29-26 win. “I think it (the win) was defi-

nitely something our players needed,” Penn State coach James Franklin said. “Everyone needed it, there’s no doubt about it. You kind of have some moments as a program … tonight is one of those nights.” If the Penn State players and everyone involved with the program needed that win, none of them will be able to savor it for very long. Coming up Saturday, Oct. 8, will be the next undefeated team on the schedule, and fourth so far: the Maryland Terrapins. Maryland is 4-0 with wins over Howard (52-13), Florida International University (41-14), University of Central Florida (30-24, 2 OT) and Purdue (50-7) on Oct. 1 in the team’s Big Ten opener. The Terrapins couldn’t be stopped against the Boilermakers. The score was 29-0 at halftime, and Purdue didn’t score until the beginning of the fourth quarter. By that time, it was 36-0 and already in the win column for Maryland. Maryland totaled 400 yards on the ground, with sophomore Ty Johnson gaining 204 yards and scoring two touchdowns on just seven carries. Lorenzo Harrison also picked up 78 yards and scored a touchdown, and dual-threat quarterback Perry Hills gained 55 yards and scored a touchdown as well.

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ENCOUNTERS Hills also completed eight of 13 passes for 87 yards and two scores. Purdue, meanwhile, was held to just 10 yards rushing and 205 overall in what was a dominating and complementary performance by the Maryland defense. Johnson, who is 5-foot-10, 205 pounds, leads the Maryland runners for the season with 333 yards on 28 attempts, but

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PENN STATE quarterback Trace McSorley celebrates after the Nittany Lions’ overtime win against Minnesota on Oct. 1.

Harrison is right behind with 286 yards on 38 tries. Hills has completed 61 percent of his passes for 550 yards and five touchdowns, and he has thrown just one interception — in the first Maryland possession of the Purdue game. Receivers D.J. Moore and Teldrick Morgan have combined for 26 catches for 399 yards and four touchdowns. Defensively, Maryland gives up only 14 points and 119 rushing yards per game, and the Terps have six takeaways and 14 sacks for 89 yards in losses. “I feel really good about the start,” first year Maryland head coach D.J. Durkin said. “You want to be 4-0. I’m not surprised. “We believe we’re going to win the games that we play. Our guys prepared well, and put themselves in a position to do well. We have good selfawareness on our team. “We’re very honest with our guys. We know any team on our schedule can beat us. And we know we can beat any team on our schedule. It’s about doing the things that we can control to win a game. We’ve done this stuff so far. “But, every week is a new week. That’s the beauty of the sport. It’s ‘What have you done for me lately?’ We’re 4-0, with a chance to go 5-0. We know we have a big task ahead of us (at Penn State). “In college football, if you go on the road and get a win, that’s a big deal. We need to go win in a hostile environment. I’ve played there (at Beaver Stadium). I’ve coached there. We know what we’re up against. We need to have our best week of practice.” For Penn State, this will be about going against another uber-motivated and prepared opponent. That has been the case so far in every game, and it will be the case again this week. Encounters, Page 20

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Penn State roster

1 Campbell, Christian 2 Allen, Marcus 2 Stevens, Tommy 3 Thompkins, DeAndre 4 Scott, Nick 5 Hamilton, DaeSean 5 Wartman-White, Nyeem 6 Golden, Malik 6 Robinson, Andre 7 Farmer, Koa 7 Zembiec, Jake 8 Allen, Mark 9 McSorely, Trace 9 Miller, Jarvis 10 Polk, Brandon 11 Bell, Brandon 11 Charles, Irvin 12 Godwin, Chris 12 Smith, Jordan 13 Blacknall, Saeed 14 McPhearson, Zech 15 Haley, Grant 15 Shuster, Michael 16 Fessler, Billy 16 Petrishen, John 17 Taylor, Garrett 18 Holland, Jonathan 19 Brown, Torrence 19 Garrity, Gregg 20 Thomas, Johnathan 21 Oruwariye, Amani 23 Monroe, Ayron 24 Sanders, Miles 25 Walker, Von 26 Barkley, Saquon 27 Johnson, T.J. 28 Apke, Troy 29 Reid, John 30 Givens, Kevin 31 Brown, Cameron 32 Paye, Irvine 33 Cooper, Jake 34 Simmons, Shane 36 Johnson, Jan 37 Alston, Kyle 37 Gulla, Chris 38 Davis, Desi 39 Di Leo, Frank 29 McPhearson, Josh 40 Cabinda, Jason 40 Eury, Nick 41 Cothren, Parker 41 Ladonis, Zach 42 Jordan, Ellison 43 Bowen, Manny 44 Toney, Shaka 44 Yazujian, Tyler 45 Dumond, Joe 46 Castagna, Colin 47 Blair, Will 47 Smith, Brandon 48 Miller, Shareef 49 Joseph, Daniel 51 Gellerstedt, Alex 51 Vranic, Jason 52 Bates, Ryan 52 Cothran, Curtis 53 Dowrey, Derek 54 Windsor, Robert 55 Laurent, Wendy 55 Shelton, Antonio 56 Chavis, Tyrell 57 Gonzalez, Steven 58 Sorrell, Chance 59 Nelson, Andrew 60 Beh, Noah 62 Menet, Michael 64 Simpson, Zach 66 McGovern, Connor 68 Kelly, Hunter 69 De Boef, Adam 70 Mahon, Brendan 71 Fries, Will 72 Gaia, Brian 73 Palmer, Paris 75 Brosnan, Brendan 76 Jenkins, Sterling 77 Wright, Chasz 78 Devenney, Tom 79 Shuman, Charlie 80 Dalton, Danny 82 Shoop, Tyler 83 Bowers, Nick 84 Johnson, Juwan 85 Lutz, Isaac 86 Hodgens, Cody 87 Darien, Dae’Lun 88 Gesicki, Mike 89 Pancoast, Tom 90 Barbir, Alex 90 Sickels, Garrett 91 Monk, Ryan 92 Pasquariello, Daniel 93 Gillikin, Blake 93 White, Antonie 94 Schwan, Evan 95 Davis, Tyler 96 Iyke, Immanuel 96 Vasey, Kyle 97 Buccholz, Ryan 97 Cox, Nick 98 Wombacker, Jordan 99 Julius, Joey 99 Thrift, Brenon

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KENT STATE Sept. 3 Beaver Stadium Result: (W) 33-13 Attendance: 94,378

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at Pitt Sept. 10 Heinz Field, Pittsburgh Result: (L) 42-39 Attendance: 69,983

TEMPLE Sept. 17 Beaver Stadium Result: (W) 34-27 Attendance: 100,420

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at Michigan Sept. 24 Michigan Stadium Ann Arbor, Mich. Result: (L) 49-10 Attendance: 110,319

MINNESOTA Oct. 1 Beaver Stadium Result: (W) 29-26 Attendance: 95,332

MARYLAND Oct. 8 Beaver Stadium Time: Noon TV: Big Ten Network

Good, bad and ugly: Lots to like after halftime Penn State beat Minnesota at home Oct. 1, and there was, as always, plenty of good, bad and ugly to go around. ■ The good — Trace McSorley’s 80-yard touchdown pass to Charles Irwin in the third quarter. The play brought Penn State to within 13-10 and ignited the Lion offense. It was the turning point in the game. Also notable was Tyler Davis’ steely-eyed 40-yard field goal that tied the game with two seconds left in regulation and Saquon Barkley’s 25-yard game winner. And, did Marcus Allen really have 22 tackles in this game? That’s not a misprint. Plus, Penn State had zero fumbles and zero interceptions. ■ The bad — Penn State’s listless first half. Head coach James Franklin addressed this after the game. The slow starts will eventually catch up with the Lions because they can’t constantly fall behind and have to come back. Also in the bad column was Penn State’s bendbut-not-break run defense. There was a lot of bending against the Gophers. To the Lions’ credit, however, when they needed to make plays, especially in the second half, they did. ■ The ugly — Two more players were ejected this week. Minnesota’s hit on Penn State kicker Joey Julius was especially ugly. Judging by the way the Gophers went after Julius, they must have thought he was Denny Onkotz or Jack Ham.

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TRAINERS TEND to Penn State kicker Joey Julius after he was hit on a kickoff by Minnesota’s Jaylen Waters, who was ejected from the game. Julius later returned. Encounters, from page 19

turnovers, including three interceptions, which allowed the Lions to win despite being outgained by more than 100 yards and held to just 48 yards rushing. Against Minnesota, Penn State totaled 471 yards of offense — 335 through the air — and displayed a grittiness that it will need again. However, two big penalties extended Minnesota possessions and — along with a 90-yard scoring drive in less than a minute before halftime — almost cost PSU the game. Those problems will certainly be addressed this week in practice.

The last two meetings between these teams have both been one-point affairs. Maryland won 20-19 at Penn State in 2014, and Penn State came back to take a 31-30 win at Maryland last season. Christian Hackenberg threw a fourthquarter touchdown pass to Geno Lewis in the 2015 game, and then Penn State held on throughout the final 10 minutes for the win. Hills, however, was a major headache for the PSU defense. He threw for 225 yards and a touchdown and ran 26 times for 124 yards and another touchdown. Fortunately, Penn State came up with five

— Pat Rothdeutsch

Encounters, Page 22

PENN STATE

MARYLAND

Overall: 3-2 Big Ten: 1-1 Home: 3-0 Away: 0-2 Coach: James Franklin, third season Record at PSU: 17-14 Overall: 41-29 First meeting with Durkin

Overall: 4-0 Big Ten: 1-0 Home: 2-0 Away: 2-0 Coach: D.J. Durkin, first season Record with Maryland: 4-0 Overall: 5-0 First meeting with Franklin

Team leaders

Team leaders RUSHING Ty Johnson: 28-335 (11.9, 3 TD) Lorenzo Harrison 38-297 (7.5, 4 TD)

RUSHING Saquon Barkley: 86-438 (4.4, 7 TD) Trace McSorley: 49-201 (2.1, 2 TD) PASSING Trace McSorley: 93-158 1,284 yards, 6 TD, 3 INT

SAQUON BARKLEY

PASSING Perry Hills 45-73 550 yards, 5 TD, 1 INT

RECEIVING Chris Godwin: 23-325 (14.1, 2 TD) Mike Gesicki: 19-251 (13.2 1 TD)

RECEIVING D.J. Moore 13-224 (17.2, 2 TD) Teldrick Morgan: 13-175 (13.5, 2 TD)

SCORING Saquon Barkley: 48 points (8 TD) Tyler Davis: 41 points (9 FG, 14 PAT)

SCORING Adam Greene: 33 points (4 FG, 21 PAT) Lorenzo Harrison: 24 points (4 TD)

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Depth charts PSU

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OFFENSE QUARTERBACK Trace McSorley, 6-0, 205, Jr. Tommy Stevens, 6-4, 218, So.

RUNNING BACK 26 Saquon Barkley, 5-11, 223, So. 6 Andre Robinson, 5-9, 216, So. 8 Mark Allen, 5-6, 181, Jr. WIDE RECEIVER-X 12 Chris Godwin, 6-1, 205, Jr. 84 Juwan Johnson, 6-4, 213, So. WIDE RECEIVER-Z 3 DeAndre Thompkins, 5-11, 190, So. 11 Irvin Charles, 6-4, 219, Fr. WIDE RECEIVER-H 5 DaeSean Hamilton, 6-1, 205, Sr./Jr. 13 Saeed Blacknall, 6-3, 212, Jr. TIGHT END 88 Mike Gesicki, 6-6, 252, Jr. 89 Tom Pancoast, 6-3, 235, Sr.

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OFFENSE QUARTERBACK 11 Hills, Perry, 6-2, 213, Sr. 3 Pigrome, Tyrrell, 5-11, 196, Fr. 18 Bortenschlager, Max, 6-3, 200, Fr. RUNNING BACK 9 Edmunds, Trey, 6-2, 223, Sr. 30 Goins Jr., Kenneth, 5-9, 233, Sr. 6 Johnson, Ty, 5-10, 205, So. WIDE RECEIVER 1 Moore, D.J., 5-11, 215, So. 13 Lane, DeAndre, 5-7, 175, Sr. 4 Likely, William, 5-7, 175, Sr. 19 Morgan, Teldrick, 6-0, 190, Sr. 83 Culmer, Malcolm, 5-11, 192, Sr. 12 Jacobs, Taivon, 5-9, 165, Jr. 17 Ellis, Tino, 6-1, 185, Fr. LEFT TACKLE 76 Dunn, Michael, 6-5, 300, Sr. 75 Gray, Derwin, 6-5, 328, So. LEFT GUARD 63 Minter, Mike, 6-3, 305, Jr. 53 Boulware, Quarvez, 6-2, 290, Fr.

LEFT TACKLE 70 Brendan Mahon, 6-4, 320, Sr. 73 Paris Palmer, 6-7, 304, Sr.

CENTER 64 Moore, Brendan, 6-3, 300, So. 69 Marchese, Joe, 6-3, 281, Jr.

LEFT GUARD 52 Ryan Bates, 6-4, 305, So. 62 Michael Menet, 6-4, 296, Fr.

RIGHT GUARD 79 Shelton, Maurice, 6-3, 304, Sr. 75 Davis, Terrance, 6-3, 315, Fr.

CENTER 72 Brian Gaia, 6-3, 295, Sr. 55 Wendy Laurent, 6-2, 297, Sr.

RIGHT TACKLE 58 Prince, Damian, 6-3, 315, So. 71 Donahue, EJ, 6-3, 308, Fr. 70 Christie, Sean, 6-4, 300, So.

RIGHT GUARD 66 Connor McGovern, 6-5, 310, Fr. 77 Chasz Wright, 6-7, 343, So. 53 Derek Dowrey, 6-3, 323, Sr. RIGHT TACKLE 59 Andrew Nelson, 6-6, 301, Sr. 77 Chasz Wright, 6-7, 343, Jr. DEFENSE DEFENSIVE END 94 Evan Schwan, 6-6, 263, Sr. 19 Torrence Brown, 6-3, 257, Jr. 41 54 30 93

DEFENSIVE TACKLE Parker Cothren, 6-4, 290, Sr. Robert Windsor, 6-4, 305, So. Kevin Givens, 6-1, 275, So. Antoine White, 6-2, 286, Jr.

DEFENSIVE END 90 Garrett Sickels, 6-4, 260, Sr. 97 Ryan Bucholz, 6-6, 270, So. OUTSIDE LINEBACKER 43 Manny Bowen, 6-1, 220, So. 7 Koa Farmer, 6-1, 222, So.

TIGHT END 48 Hayward, Derrick, 6-5, 235, Jr. 82 Edwards, Avery, 6-4, 245, So. DEFENSE DEFENSIVE END 90 Braglio, Roman, 6-2, 262, Sr. 92 Burkett, Chandler, 6-3, 245, Jr. 41 Aniebonam, Jesse, 6-3, 260, Jr. 15 Keihn, Melvin, 6-1, 225, So. 31 Egbuaba, Nnamdi, 6-0, 230, So. NOSE TACKLE 57 Opara, Kingsley, 6-3, 300, Jr. 95 Ukandu, Azubuike, 6-0, 307, Sr. DEFENSIVE TACKLE 39 Walker, Cavon, 6-2, 280, Jr. 96 Kulka, Brett, 6-4, 260, So. SAM LINEBACKER 43 Brooks, Jalen, 6-1, 232, Jr. 53 Shepherd, Brett, 6-4, 215, Fr.

WILL LINEBACKER 2 Cockerille, Shane, 6-2, 235, Jr. 43 Brooks, Jalen, 6-1, 232, Jr. 53 Shepherd, Brett, 6-4, 215, Fr.

MIDDLE LINEBACKER 47 Brandon Smith, 6-0, 228, Jr. 33 Jake Cooper, 6-1, 230, So.

NICKEL BACK 4 Likely, William, 5-7, 175, Sr. 12 Daniels, Elijah, 6-0, 190, Fr. 21 Davis, RaVon, 5-10, 170, So.

FREE SAFETY 2 Marcus Allen, 6-2, 202, Jr. 28 Troy Apke, 6-1, 206, Jr. STRONG SAFETY 6 Malik Golden 6-0, 205, Sr. 4 Nick Scott, 5-11, 200, So. SPECIAL TEAMS PUNTER 93 Blake Gillikin, 6-2, 182, Fr. 92 Daniel Pasquariello, 6-1, 197, Jr.

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CORNERBACK 27 Hill, Alvin, 6-0, 200, Sr. 17 Ellis, Tino, 6-1, 185, Fr. 7 Jackson, JC, 6-1, 190, So. 21 Davis, RaVon, 5-10, 170, So. 20 Richardson, Antwaine, 6-0, 183, Fr. STRONG SAFETY 10 Woods, Josh, 6-1, 202, Jr. 24 Knight, Qwuantrezz, 6-0, 190, Fr. FREE SAFETY 26 Savage Jr, Darnell, 5-10, 187, So. 12 Daniels, Elijah, 6-0, 190, Fr. SPECIAL TEAMS PUNTER 88 Lees, Wade, 6-2, 204, Fr. 95 Pritchard, Nicholas, 5-10, 211, So.

PLACEKICKER 95 Tyler Davis, 5-11, 180, Sr. 99 Joey Julius, 5-10, 258, Jr.

PLACEKICKER 3 Greene, Adam, 5-11, 197, Jr. 41 Shinsky, Mike, 5-9, 168, Fr.

LONG SNAPPER 44 Tyler Yazujian, 5-11, 235, Sr. 41 Zach Ladonis, 6-2, 236, Sr.

LONG SNAPPER 51 Oliveira, Matt, 6-1, 205, So. 56 Adams, Nate, 6-0, 215, Jr.

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Maryland roster

at Indiana Nov. 12 Memorial Stadium Time: TBA TV: TBA

at Rutgers Nov. 19 High Point Solutions Stadium Time: 8 p.m. TV: Big Ten Network

MICHIGAN STATE Nov. 26 Beaver Stadium Time: TBA TV: TBA

BIG TEN STANDINGS CONFERENCE East Michigan Ohio State Maryland Indiana Penn State Michigan St. Rutgers

W-L 2-0 1-0 1-0 1-0 1-1 0-2 0-2

% 1.000 1.000 1.000 1.000 .500 .000 .000

W-L 5-0 4-0 4-0 3-1 3-2 2-2 2-3

% 1.000 1.000 1.000 .750 .600 .500 .400

West Nebraska Wisconsin Iowa Northwestern Minnesota Purdue Illinois

W-L 2-0 1-1 1-1 1-1 0-1 0-1 0-1

% 1.000 .500 .500 .500 .000 .000 .000

W-L 5-0 4-1 3-2 2-3 3-1 2-2 1-3

% 1.000 .800 .600 .400 .750 .500 .250

BIG TEN SCHEDULE LAST WEEK’S GAMES Penn State 29, Minnesota 26 Northwestern 38, Iowa 31 Ohio State 58, Rutgers 0 Maryland 50, Purdue 7 Nebraska 31, Illinois 16 Michigan 17, Wisconsin 7 Indiana 24, Michigan State 21 THIS WEEK’S GAMES Maryland at Penn State Iowa at Minnesota Purdue at Illinois BYU at Michigan State Indiana at Ohio State Michigan at Rutgers

MIKE LINEBACKER 23 Carter, Jr., Jermaine, 6-0, 235, Jr. 22 Davis, Isaiah, 6-1, 235, So.

WILL LINEBACKER 31 Cameron Brown, 6-5, 215, Fr. 43 Manny Bowen, 6-1, 220, So.

CORNERBACK 15 Grant Haley, 5-9, 185, Jr. 12 Jordan Smith, 5-10, 185, Sr. 29 John Reid, 5-10, 191, So. 1 Christian Campbell, 6-1, 194, Jr.

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1 Moore, D.J. 2 Cockerille, Shane 2 Henderson, Caleb 3 Greene, Adam 3 Pigrome, Tyrrell 4 Likely III, William 5 Brown, Wes 6 Collins, Milan 6 Johnson, Ty 7 Jackson, J.C. 7 Rowe, Caleb 8 Jacobs, Levern 9 Edmunds, Trey 10 Turner, D.J. 10 Woods, Josh 11 Conyers, Denzel 11 Hills, Perry 12 Daniels, Elijah 12 Taivon, Jacobs 13 Brooks, Antoine 13 Lane, DeAndre 14 Shaffer, Gage 14 Ventura, J.T. 15 Keihn, Melvin 16 Barry-Pollock, Milan 17 Ellis, Tino 18 Bortenschlager, Max 18 Walker, Cavon 19 Kee, Cal 19 Morgan, Teldrick 20 Richardson, Antwaine 21 Davis, RaVon 22 Davis, Isaiah 23 Carter Jr., Jermaine 23 Harrison III, Lorenzo 24 Knight, Qwuantrezz 26 Savage Jr., Darnell 27 Hill, Alvin 29 Daniels, Elisha 30 Corbin, Allen 30 Goins Jr., Kenneth 31 Egbuaba, Nnamdi 32 Ross, Jarrett 32 Wilson, LaDerrien 33 Cheswick, Luke 33 Stefanelli, Andrew 34 Funk, Jake 35 Smith, Marcus 37 Bekoe, Josh 37 Jones, Chris 38 Shrader, Lee 38 Zanotto, Brett 39 Baca, Steve 40 Ogwuegbu, Ikechukwu 41 Aniebonam, Jesse 41 Shinsky, Mike 42 Tehuti, Miles 43 Brooks, Jalen 44 Isaacs, Andrew 45 Lee, Dimitri 46 Burke, Tyler 47 Woodeshick, Kevin 48 Hayward, Derrick 49 Little, Gus 50 Tanyi, Mbi 51 Oliveira, Matt 52 Jones, Malik 53 Quarvez, Boulware 54 Dulaney, Jajuan 55 Goldbourne, Dion 56 Adams, Nate 56 Gillespie, Matt 57 Merritt, Richard 57 Opara, Kingsley 58 Prince, Damian 59 Howard, Keiron 60 Oluwatimi, Seun 63 Minter, Mike 64 Moore, Brendan 67 Shaw, David 68 McKennie, Ellis 69 Marchese, Joe 70 Christie, Sean 71 Donahue, E.J. 74 Plummer, Brian 75 Davis, Terrance 76 Dunn, Michael 77 McClain, Will 79 Shelton, Maurice 80 Barnes, Noah 81 Morton, Zac 82 Edwards, Avery 83 Culmer, Malcolm 84 Veii, Jacquille 85 Davenport, Jahrvis 87 Cornwell, Michael 88 Lees, Wade 89 Roca, Eric 90 Braglio, Roman 91 McLean, Adam 92 Burkett, Chandler 93 Saine, Oseh 95 Pritchard, Nicolas 95 Ukandu, Azubuike 96 Kulka, Brett 97 Sutton, Danny

WR So. LB Jr. QB So. PK Jr. QB Fr. DB Sr. RB Sr. DB Jr. RB So. DB So. QB Sr. WR Sr. RB Sr. WR Fr. DB Jr. DB Sr. QB Sr. DB Fr. WR Jr. LB Fr. WR Sr. QB Fr. DB Sr. DE So. DB Sr. WR Fr. QB Fr. DL Jr. LB Fr. WR Sr. DB Fr. DB So. ILB Fr. LB Jr. RB Fr. DB Fr. DB So. DB Sr. DB Fr. DB Sr. RB Sr. LB So. DB Sr. RB Fr. DB Jr. RB Sr. RB Fr. RB Sr. WR Sr. WR Jr. P Jr. ILB So. LB Fr. RB Fr. DL Jr. K Fr. RB Sr. LB Jr. TE Jr. DB Jr. LB So. TE So. TE Jr. ILB Fr. OLB So. LS So. DL Jr. OL Fr. OL Jr. DE Fr. LS Jr. LB Jr. OL Fr. DL Jr. OL So. DL Fr. DL Fr. OL Jr. OL So. DL So. OL Fr. OL Sr. OL So. OL Fr. OL Fr. OL Fr. OL Sr. OL Sr. OL Sr. TE Fr. WR Jr. TE So. WR SR. WR Sr. WR So. WR So. P Fr. TE Jr. DL Sr. DL Fr. DL Jr. DL Fr. P/PK So. DL Sr. DL So. PK/P Jr.

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THE CENTRE COUNTY GAZETTE

OCTOBER 6-12, 2016

McSorley manages key late-game drive By BEN JONES statecollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Months before Penn State’s season ever began, Trace McSorley knew he had big shoes to fill. Without the physical tools, Penn State’s newest quarterback was never going to be Christian Hackenberg. For all of Hackenberg’s flaws he, physically, was as well equipped to succeed as anyone. McSorley couldn’t be that quarterback for Penn State and he knew that, and he was never going to try and be that quarterback. But no matter the tools, no matter the style of play, at some point it comes down to making plays, putting the team on your back and winning in the face of defeat. That’s something Hackenberg was good at, and for all of the struggles he was able to will Penn State to victory. The Nittany Lions may have been an imperfect team with him under center, but they were undoubtedly better off because of him. “Hack was a great quarterback and one of the best ever to play at Penn State, so there is some pressure to step in and fill those shoes because that was such a solid part of the team the past few years,” McSorley said this summer. “With all of the things that were happening, we knew who the quarterback was. We knew he was the guy. He won games for us and I think that, you have to step in and fill those shoes and take responsibility in that regard.” He won you games. Heading into the Oct. 1 rainy meeting against Minnesota, that was a piece to the puzzle McSorley had yet to fill in. He had played well, very well in fact, but Penn State had

yet to see McSorley guide the offense on a key and successful late-game deciding drive. So, with 75 yards to go, down three points with 54 seconds to play and no timeouts, Trace McSorley faced another chance to do what Hackenberg had done more than a few times before him. It wasn’t pretty. McSorley completed two of his five passes on the drive, a strike for a 20-yard gain on third down to Chris Godwin moved the chains, and 7 yards to DeAndre Thompkins moved the ball to the Minnesota 48. But on third-and-3 with 35 seconds left, McSorley had his moment. A 26-yard run to the Minnesota 22, down a wide open field that turned a last-minute loss into a chance for a final second victory. In the end, Penn State would settle for game-tying, 40yard field goal that sent an unexpected exciting game into overtime, but with their backs against the wall, McSorley took the Nittany Lions from a brink of defeat to an eventual victory. “It’s huge for our offense,” McSorley said after the game, “what it does for us having that confidence. We’ve been close a couple times, Pitt we had a drive we were close on, Temple we had a chance to run it out and got stuffed on three plays and had to put it on our defense. I think it was huge for our offense. The game was on our shoulders and we had to make plays and I think that was awesome for us. “It was definitely a confidence booster for me to do that for us. I’ve been in two other two-minute drives, one against Georgia and against Pitt, that we weren’t able to convert and weren’t able to get the job done, so being able to get this one and get the points on the board and force overtime — it was definitely a huge confidence boost being

TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

PENN STATE quarterback Trace McSorley dives for the end zone against Minnesota in the third quarter.

able to break through that wall.” McSorley downplaying his success is not all that surprising, but ask Mike Gesicki, Penn State’s now extremely dependable tight end who experienced his fair share of Hackenberg drives, and he’ll tell you he knows a big moment when he sees it. “I think that that’s a defining moment for Trace,” Gesicki said. “I think that’s something that to be a starting quarterback at this level, especially at a university like this, to be able to have a drive like that, it can give you the most confidence in the world to go out and make plays.”

Grading the Lions: A tale of two halves By BEN JONES statecollege.com

Penn State played poorly in the first half, but adjusted and found a way to tie the game late in regulation to eventually win in overtime. It wasn’t always pretty, but a win is a win, so here are the grades from the Nittany Lions’ win over Minnesota.

OFFENSE: B

While the Nittany Lions were far from perfect on the afternoon, there were plenty of positives to take from the comeback win. A 190-yard, 17-point third quarter after scoring just three points in the first half comes to mind. McSorley went 19-of-40 on the afternoon, but still managed to rush for a touchdown and an 80-yard strike to Irvin Charles. Saquon Barkley was held in check for most of the game until his 25-yard score in overtime picked up the victory. His 20 carries for 63 yards was a fairly pedestrian outing for

one of the nation’s most talented running backs. The receivers shook off a poor performance against Michigan as Chris Godwin hauled in four catches on 10 targets for 97 yards. Mike Gesicki also continued his strong play with a five- catch 70-yard evening that gave him yet another solid performance on the year. The offense as a whole went 4-of-14 on third downs after going 0-for-7 in the first half. Penn State avoided turnovers against a veteran defense and managed to adjust when it absolutely had to. For the fourth game this year, the offense also scored more points in the second half than the first. An eight-play, 53-yard drive at the end of regulation to tie the game was a clutch moment for this group that had, until that moment, yet to put together a game-defining or game-saving drive. All told, it wasn’t pretty in the first half, but looked better in the second. So, the good and bad makes this an above-average grade for a unit that needed a bounce-back performance and got it. The offensive line has to improve for this grade to go up.

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DEFENSE: B-

Honestly, this group has to be graded on a curve. Nearly every linebacker on this roster is hurt or banged up, and that includes Brandon Smith and Jake Cooper picking knocks during the game. Beyond that, it was Marcus Allen as the last line of defense with 22 tackles, just two off of the program record in a single game. Allen was also credited with a face mask penalty during a significant loss of yardage by Minnesota that could have very well iced the game. Minnesota had 335 yards of offense, which all things considered is a respectable number for Penn State’s depleted defense against a team that has scored 30-plus every game this season heading into the game. The Gophers converted 6-of-17 on third downs and quarterback Mitch Leidner was an effective 24-for-40, but an Anthony Smith interception in the end zone was as much a good defensive play as it was a poor throw by Leidner. Either way, Penn State’s defense came up with a key turnover and managed to bend, not break, when it had to most. The Gophers also lost 4 yards during their overtime possession thanks to a timely sack and good coverage down the field. This group didn’t play great, but at some point it isn’t entirely their fault with all the injuries and position changes. Defense is learning how to play as a taped-together bunch and on Saturday that got the job done.

SPECIAL TEAMS: A

Pat Rothdeutsch Last week: 9-3 Overall: 48-17

Samantha Chavanic Last week: 8-4 Overall: 46-19

John Dixon Last week: 8-4 Overall: 46-19

Michael Kresovich Last week: 8-4 Overall: 43-22

G. Kerry Webster Last week: 9-3 Overall: 9-3

Cumberland Valley at State College

State College

Cumberland Valley

State College

Cumberland Valley

State College

Bellefonte at Penns Valley

Penns Valley

Bellefonte

Penns Valley

Bellefonte

Halifax

Bald Eagle Area

Huntingdon

Bald Eagle Area

BEA

Huntingdon

Central

Tennessee

Texas A&M

Texas A &M

Texas A&M

UNC

Virginia Tech

UNC

Virginia Tech

Alabama at Arkansas

Alabama

Maryland at Penn State

Penn State

Maryland

Penn State

Georgia Tech at Pitt

Pitt

New York Jets at Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh

Philadelphia

This week’s games:

Halifax at St. Joseph’s Academy Bald Eagle Area at Huntingdon P-O at Central Tennessee at Texas A&M Virginia Tech at UNC

Philadelphia at Detroit

Tyler Davis set the Penn State record for consecutive made field goals and nailed a 40-yarder to tie the game at the end of regulation. Joey Julius didn’t kill anyone this game, but had a chance to. Blake Gillikin was solid at the punting spot with a 39-yard average. John Reid wasn’t a factor in the punt return game, but that was as much Minnesota’s coverage as anything else. All told this unit did its job and didn’t make mistakes. That’s about all you can ask for from special teams.

OVERALL: B-

This offense should be more consistent than it is, but that will probably come with the passage of time. Penn State’s offensive front also needs to improve for this program to take the next step. Saquon Barkley was himself at the moment Penn State needed him the most, the defense did just enough to win and special teams continue to not be a weakness, which is its own kind of strength. This game was a tale of two halves, but winning counts for something, so the overall grade gets a bump up from last week’s.

Encounters, from page 20 Also, Penn State will be looking to improve its performance in the first half of games. In almost every instance so far, the Lions have started too slowly and been noticeably better in the second half. The slow starts have caused problems, and it’s difficult to come back from behind in game after game. Still, Franklin sees things that he likes about this team. “This was a game that we can really grow from,” he said after the Minnesota game. “There are a lot of things, obviously, that we have to get cleaned up but the most important thing is that these guys believe in themselves and believe in what we’re doing and how we’re doing it so that was big. “They’re having a great time in the locker room. They are partying.” Kickoff is set for noon at Beaver Stadium.

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SPORTS

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Week 7: Battle of unbeatens in State College By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH

Sophomore quarterback Andrew Hudy is the big threat, and he completes 61 percent of his passes and has thrown for three touchdowns. But Hudy is most dangerous on the ground, where he gains another 65 yards per outing and has scored six touchdowns. Junior Jonathan Price is Hudy’s go-to receiver, with just under 300 yards this season and two scores. BEA comes into the game with two losses to “Big Three” teams in the past two weeks. Last week, Tyrone got its starting quarterback, Denver Light, back from injury and he led the Golden Eagles to a 34-15 win. BEA gave up four turnovers and four big scoring plays of 50 yards or more to Tyrone and couldn’t recover. Still, the Bald Eagles moved the ball and gained 224 yards of offense. More of that will be needed this week, less the turnovers of course, in what shapes up to be a high-scoring encounter with the Bearcats. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

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As the high school football season heads into its second half, some things are coming into focus. The Mountain League “Big Three” of Clearfield, Central and Tyrone are still as daunting as ever, and predictions that State College would be a strong contender to repeat as champs in the MidPenn Colonial are beginning to come true. Only one of the “Big Three” will show up this week for Centre County teams, but State College will face another Mid-Penn unbeaten in a big showdown at Memorial Field. Bellefonte and Penns Valley will add an important installment in their rivalry, and St. Joseph’s Academy will be back in action after a week off following its first win. Here’s a look at Friday’s games:

CUMBERLAND VALLEY (5-0, 2-0) AT STATE COLLEGE (5-0, 1-0)

Cumberland Valley will come into State College with an unbeaten record after a 25-24 instant-classic win over archrival Central Dauphin on Sept. 30. It would be hard to beat last year’s seven-overtime, 62-61 win in the playoffs, but this one was close. After CD took a 24-17 lead with three minutes to play, Cumberland Valley managed the clock and scored on a 1-yard plunge by quarterback Ridge Bachman with 14 seconds left to play. Another seven overtimes were apparently out of the question, so CV went for the win. Running back Josiah Quigley got the call and he blasted in over the left side for a two-point conversion and a 25-24 Eagle victory. Although being outgained 362 yards to 204, CV used two touchdowns by dangerous return man Charlie Katshir to even the contest. The first was a 48-yard punt return in the first quarter that put the Eagles ahead, and the second was an 89-yard kickoff return immediately after the Rams had taken their first lead. The fourth quarter saw four touchdowns, two by each team, capped by Quigley’s two-point run. Bachman, Quigley and Katshir are predictably the leaders of the team. Together they account for 254 yards of offense each game and have scored 13 touchdowns. State College is also 5-0 and hasn’t been tested really since its opening game at J.P. McCaskey, which was still a 24-13 win. In their last three games, the Little Lions have displayed a balanced, aggressive offense and a stone-wall defense. Over those games, they have scored 141 points and given up just seven. Last year’s game, interestingly also at State College, was won by the Little Lions by a score of 21-7 and was the catalyst for

PHILIPSBURG-OSCEOLA (0-6) AT CENTRAL (5-1)

TIM WEIGHT/For the Gazette

DEREK HENRY (6) of BEA eludes defenders during the Sept. 30 loss to Tyrone. SC’s leap into a tie for the Colonial championship. A Little Lions win will put them into a strong position to repeat. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m.

BELLEFONTE (3-3) AT PENNS VALLEY (2-4)

These two teams need no introduction. Bellefonte has been on an upward trajectory since coach Shannon Manning took over three years ago. The Raiders so far have wins over Huntingdon, Philipsburg-Osceola and Tyrone in stunning fashion on Sept. 23. On Sept. 30, Bellefonte took a step back at Clearfield. The Raiders gained just 13 yards rushing and 69 altogether in a 28-0 loss to the league-leading Bison. Nonetheless, the Raiders have offensive potential in quarterbacks Chase Gardner and Tyler Kreger, running back Dexter Gallishaw, and receivers Cade Fortney, Tanner Helms, Stephen Kutches and Jaiden Boone. Penns Valley will be playing up in class in this game, and even with a 2-4 record, it will have playoff implications for the Rams if they can come out with a victory.

PV’s hopes start with quarterback Andrew Tobias, who averages 180 yards per game passing and has thrown 14 touchdowns this season. Takoda Bubb and Colton Wenrick are the leading rushers, with Jared Hurd, Bubb and Marcus Woodford doing the bulk of the receiving. PV has played a brutal schedule so far, and its two wins have both been blowouts against fellow Centre County teams — BEA and P-O. Bellefonte is last, and perhaps the toughest, on the county list. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. at Penns Valley.

BEA (3-3) AT HUNTINGDON (2-4)

Huntingdon has been far up this season, but the Bearcats have also been far down. After an opening night win at Mount Union, Huntingdon lost four of its next five games. The only win in that stretch was a 55-27 domination of Penns Valley. Last week, trying to build on that PV win, the Bearcats suffered a disheartening 21-7 loss at Juniata. Its record notwithstanding, Huntingdon can move the ball. The Bearcats run for over 225 yards on the ground each game and pass for another 98.

Central, one of the area’s toughest and most physical teams, would no doubt love another shot at Clearfield. The Dragons lost to the Bison in Week 3 by a score of 30-28, the only blemish on their record. Other than that, Central has won every other game by at least 21 points and one by 50. Philipsburg, on the other hand, is struggling again to rebuild its program. The Mounties have yet to win, and the prospects for this week are not good. But P-O has shown progress, especially against opponents’ running games, but it is vulnerable to the pass. Central can do both, and it will be interesting to see if P-O can have any success against the Dragons’ multi-talented quarterback Alex Hoenstine. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

HALIFAX (4-2) AT ST. JOSEPH’S CATHOLIC ACADEMY (1-3)

The Halifax Wildcats are a good offensive football team. They have blowout wins so far against Millersburg, Pine Grove, Susquenita and East Juniata interspersed with close losses to Williams Valley and Line Mountain. The Wildcats average 33 points per game and gain almost 350 yards balanced almost 50-50 between the pass and run. For St. Joe’s, Halifax will be a step up from its three previous opponents, but the 33-6 win over Bucktail on Sept. 23 should boost the confidence of the Wolves coming into this game. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.

Penns Valley takes to air in topping P-O, 35-13 By PAT ROTHDEUTSCH sports@centrecountygazette.com

PHILIPSBURG — What Penns Valley quarterback Andrew Tobias can do passing a football is no big secret. The senior signal caller has an accurate arm, fast, sure-handed receivers and a strong offensive line. The Rams are built around their passing game. Yet on Sept. 30 in Philipsburg, the Philipsburg-Osceola Mounties forced Tobias’ hand anyway, and they paid the price for it. P-O crowded the line of scrimmage early and stopped the PV runners so Tobias and his team went upstairs. He completed 16 of 27 passes for 233 yards and four touchdowns on the night, taking what the Mounties gave him. The Rams built a 14-point halftime lead and pulled away for a 35-13 Mountain League win over the Mounties at Memorial Field. Receivers Marcus Woodford and Jared Hurd each caught two Tobias’ touchdown passes, and PV notched its second win of the season against four losses. Woodford was especially effective, catching five passes for 124 total yards and consistently gaining big yards after his catches. “It took us a while to get going from a run standpoint,” Penns Valley coach Mar-

tin Tobias said, “because of what Philipsburg was doing. “They were taking the running game away from us, and we were working really hard to establish the running game, so we knew that we had to do some other things. “We were able to make some throws, and you have to give our receivers some credit, too. They were making some nice yardage after the catches. And our line kept him (Andrew Tobias) relatively clean.” The game began with two quick threeand-outs and a total of 2 yards gained by both teams. On PV’s second possession, Tobias began to open things up, and the Rams marched 64 yards on five plays for their first score of the night. The touchdown came on a perfect 32-yard floater down the sideline to Jared Hurd, and PV took a 6-0 lead. Four minutes later, Woodford almost singlehandedly put the Rams’ second touchdown on the board. First, Woodford stopped a six-play P-O drive with a diving interception (one of four for PV in the game), and then five plays later he caught a 32-yard touchdown pass from Tobias. Woodford caught the ball crossing at the 15-yard line, shook two defenders and raced into the end zone. Tobias then made it 14-0 with a two-point pass to running back Takoda Bubb. “I saw the goal line,” Woodford said

about his first score of the night, “and I saw the person trying to hit me. Just evade him and I was in the end zone.” Its record aside, P-O is an improving team, and instead of withdrawing, the Mounties responded with a long, 71-yard drive of their own. Led mostly with sweeps by running back Matt Johnson, P-O took eight plays to get on the board with Johnson going in from the six just as the second quarter began. Keegan Soltis kicked the extra point, and P-O was just one score down at 14-7. “Their kids (P-O’s) are playing good, hard fundamentally sound football,” Martin Tobias said about the Mounties, “and as they continue to build on this, good things are going to happen.” Even so, the Mounties still couldn’t stop Andrew Tobias and the PV passing attack. The Rams padded their advantage with their third touchdown of the night just before halftime to take a 21-7 lead. This time it was after a 40-yard drive and a 23-yard strike from Andrew Tobias to Hurd that gave PV some much-needed breathing room going into halftime. Not long into the third quarter, Penns Valley essentially put the game on ice after another long drive. The Rams went 78 yards on 11 plays with Woodford taking Andrew Tobias’

fourth touchdown pass of the night 26 yards for a 28-7 Ram lead. Both teams would score again — PV on a 1-yard run by Bubb, and P-O on a 6-yarder by Brandon Anderson — to set the final score of 35-13. It was the sixth consecutive loss of the season for P-O without a win, but Mountie head coach Mike Mann still remained upbeat about his team. “Overall, the score didn’t show it,” Mann said, “but that was the best they’ve (the Mounties) played all year. “It was the big plays in the secondary. We stopped the run, but they (PV) went to the pass and that’s what caught us. We had trouble once again with our responsibilities and we got burnt.” The Mounties gained more than 200 yards of offense in the game against the bigger Rams, with Johnson and Luke Smartwood combining for 80 yards rushing and quarterbacks Dan Slogosky and Anderson throwing for a combined 128 yards. T.J. Thompson led the Mounties in receiving with 45 yards on three catches, and Johnson also caught three balls out of the backfield for 40 yards. Penns Valley next will have a big showdown at home against arch-rival Bellefonte, and the Mounties will travel to take on the powerful Central Dragons.

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Busy golf season coming to end in Centre Region JOHN DIXON

The children have gone back to school and football has taken center stage, but there is no reason to stop thinking about the game of golf — or getting just one more round in before seeing the season come to an end. Centre Region golf courses have end-ofseason dates, but all are open until the snow flies. Fall specials run at various John Dixon covers golf courses until late golf for The Centre in November. County Gazette. This past golf Email him at season had varying sports@centre weather with little countygazette.com. rain. Area golf professionals and their staffs report that it’s been one of the best seasons in years. And, while some area golfers played multiple times a week and

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most weekends, the area club professionals were busy working 60 to 70 hour weeks to assure their members would have great golfing experiences. Once the clubs are replaced by snow shovels, many club professionals settle down to reflect on the past season. For some, it means getting a part-time job, while for others it means heading south to Florida or the Carolinas to enjoy their own relaxing rounds of golf. With that thought in mind, Skytop Mountain Golf Course, located off old Route 322 east of Port Matilda, doesn’t have a definite closing date and will be weather dependent. The course’s fall rates, however, have dropped to $25 Mondays through Thursdays and $35 Fridays through Sundays.

STAYING IN SHAPE FOR 2017

If you want to stay in shape over the winter in preparation for the 2017 golfing season, follow this exercise regime from Jack Brennan, PGA golf professional at Mountain View Country Club in Boalsburg.

Brennan’s drill is designed to improve your shoulder rotation while minimizing your hip turn, to improve the width of your golf swing with a better extension in the left arm and to promote the angle in your wrist (release) until impact. It is an outstanding drill to help you hit the ball farther with less effort. First, you need to get in a good starting position and open your foot more than usual. With the front foot more open it will restrict your hip turn on the backswing, creating a better stretch. Put your left hand on the club the same way you normally do, but put your right hand on the shaft about 3 inches below the grip. This position will create a 90-degree angle in your left wrist. The purpose of this exercise is to maintain this position throughout the entire drill. As you take the club back to the top of your backswing, feeling a good extension in your left arm, you should feel a strong stretch in the left arm, left shoulder and back as your open left foot restricts your hip turn. You should also feel most of your weight moving to your back foot. Hold this

position for 10 seconds and pull the stretch a little more for another five seconds; repeat five times. From the top of the back swing, initiate the downswing slowly with your lower body while keeping the angle in the left wrist until your left hand gets in front of you. In this position you should feel most of your weight on the front foot, good extension in the left arm and 90-degree angle in the left wrist. Over the winter you may want to consider working on an overall strength and conditioning program, emphasizing trunk flexibility. Flexibility will not only prevent injuries, but also is a key factor to a powerful golf swing. It will also increase your range of motion for a greater shoulder turn resulting in more driving distance. This drill is just one of the exercises that will both increase flexibility but also improve your golf swing motion. Use the winter season to improve your game and you can look forward to better scores when the season comes around again next spring. Have a great winter and keep working on that game.

Fischer leads P-O to Women’s volleyball rolled into big match with Minnesota sectional golf victory It was business as usual for the Penn State women’s volleyball squad as it headed into a big home matchup with No. 1 Minnesota on Oct. 5. The ladies pushed their winning streak to 10 ahead of that match, and powered their overall record to 12-3. Their conference record stood at a sturdy 4-0, tied with Minnesota and Wisconsin atop the Big Ten standings. In doing so, the Nittany Lions may have put the rest of the Big Ten on notice. In these first four conference matches, the team went 12-0, winning every individual set. The team was humming, and its performance was keeping coach Russ Rose happy. “I’m always happy when we win a match,” Rose said after a recent win.

If his comments were short and to the point, so is the performance of his core group. I have used this space before to tell you to keep an eye on Haleigh Washington, Heidi Thelan and Simone Lee, but another veteran has worked her way into the conversation. After struggling to find her way in the season’s early goings, Ali Frantti suddenly lit up over the past week. On Sept. 30 — a three-set win over then-18th ranked Michigan State — Frantti came alive and was second on the team with 10 kills. For an encore, on Oct. 1 against Michigan, Frantti led the club with 11 kills. She threw in a team-best six digs for good measure. Volleyball, Page 27

CRESSON — Behind a 3-over 75 from PhilipsburgOsceola’s Carter Fischer, the Mountie’s boys’ golf team took first place in the Oct. 3 District 6 Class AA boys’ golf sectional match at Summit Country Club. Fischer’s teammates also pitched in. Tyler Singer shot an 80, Payton Guelich fired an 81 and Brandon Singer carded a 90 to give the team a total of 326 strokes. P-O bested Central Cambria (332), Richland (337) and Northern Cambria (343). Altoona shot a score of 318 to win the Class AAA sectional at Sinking Valley. State College’s boys’ team posted a 335, led by Christian Friberg’s 77 and Alex Stewart’s 84. Ryan Battista, Matt Tomczuk and Max Walker all carded 87s for the Little Lions. — G. Kerry Webster

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Freshmen shine as PSU men’s hockey wins exhibition Penn State Athletics

UNIVERSITY PARK — On Oct. 2 inside Pegula Ice Arena the result was never in question as the Penn State men’s ice hockey team cruised to an 8-0 victory over the Queen’s (Ontario) University Gaels during an exhibition contest. This was the first test of the season for the young Nittany Lions before they open the regular season against No. 16 St. Lawrence on Thursday, Oct. 6, at 7 p.m. Penn State jumped out early as they took a 3-0 lead into the locker room at the first intermission, but it wasn’t until midway through the opening period that they really seemed to get their legs under them. Freshman Denis Smirnov got the Lions on the board as he redirected sophomore Kevin Kerr’s blue line blast past Queen’s net minder Kevin Bailie for the 1-0 advantage at 9:27. Senior Dylan Richard added the second assist on the play. Freshman Liam Folkes then tilted the score to 2-0 as he received a nice feed from classmate Brandon Biro during a nifty 2-on-1 break and the freshman was able to finish on the right side of the crease at 13:42. It was then senior David Goodwin collecting the final goal of the opening frame

as he punched home a rebound out front after Richard’s initial bid was denied for the 3-0 edge at 17:22. Despite being almost even in shots in the first period (11-9 PSU), Penn State upped the pressure in the final two frames firing 39 shots on net while holding the Gaels to only 10. Five of those shots went in for the Lions including four with the man-advantage. Sophomore Andrew Sturtz opened the second period with an early goal as freshman Nikita Pavlychev used his long stick to intercept a pass in the neutral zone, he then found sophomore skating through the slot and after some fancy stick work Sturtz fired high glove for the 4-0 lead at 1:46 of the frame. Sophomore Vince Pedrie (Rochester, Minn.) added a power play goal later in the second as he collected a loose puck in the slot and rifled it home for the 5-0 margin at 5:40. Smirnov, Sturtz and Biro each collected man-advantage scores in the final period as Queen’s committed eight penalties in the third stanza alone, including a major penalty for cross-checking as well as a pair of game-misconduct calls. Sturtz’s goal was of the 5-on-3 variety at 13:07while Smirnov and Biro found the

Hampton leaving basketball program By BEN JONES Statecollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK — Penn State basketball announced Sept. 30 that freshman forward Joe Hampton will leave the program for personal reasons. The 6-foot-7 forward is recovering from an ACL injury and seemed unlikely to play significant time during the 2016-17 season. “Joe has made the decision to leave the program based on personal reasons,” Penn State coach Patrick Chambers said in a statement. “We wish him the best of luck with his future endeavors.” The former three-star prospect out of Oak Hill Academy in Maryland commit-

ted to Penn State early in his recruiting cycle before decomitting in 2015. Hampton eventually committed to the program again in May 2015. He joined the trio of Philadelphia-based freshman — Tony Carr, Nazeer Bostick and Lamar Stevens — in Penn State’s 2016 recruiting haul. The group is widely regarded as the best in program history, and ultimately remains that way even with Hampton’s departure. Hampton’s motivation for leaving is unknown, although the freshman was reportedly struggling in the early stages of Hampton, Page 28

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ANDREW STURTZ (16) and Denis Smirnov (25) each picked up two goals Oct. 2 against Queens University at Pegula Ice Arena. back of the net at 1:25 and 16:52, respectively. Freshman Peyton Jones picked up the

win in net after getting the start and collecting 14 saves over the opening 31:32.

Volleyball, from page 25

top-25 team and one with as many skilled players, you feel every good about the effort,” Rose said. The scary thing for the rest of the Big Ten? All four of these heavy hitters are juniors. Rose might just have himself another solid multi-year core. The Minnesota match came too late for press time, but look for coverage of that match and beyond next week.

Frantti wasn’t the lone junior to show well over the past week. Washington, Thelan and Lee all had standout performances. In the Michigan State contest, the quartet combined for 15 block assists, with Washington and Thelen posting an unheard of .570 hitting percentage through three sets. “We don’t hit over .430 in some practice drills, so to be able to do that against a

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Julius opens up about eating disorder By BEN JONES statecollege.com

UNIVERSITY PARK â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Penn State kicker Joey Julius opened up Oct. 3 via a Facebook post about his battle with eating disorders that rendered him noticeably absent from spring practice and a portion of Penn Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer workouts. Julius, who has become a fan favorite for his open field hits during kickoffs, posted the following on his Facebook page: â&#x20AC;&#x153;After a long consideration of not only myself, my family, and my team I have decided to go public about my absence from the team during spring ball of 2016 and thru out this summer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I was admitted into the McCallum Place on May 9th for eating disorders. Due to my increase in not only weight but also depression and anxiety my team physicians started to notice not only a change in my overall happiness but also my performance as a normal human being. Throughout this whole process I learned a lot about myself. I learned that for the last 11 years of my life I have suffered through a disorder known as binge eating disorder. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Although I showed signs of (bulimia) through stints of purging from extreme anxiety placed on myself I am Hampton, from page 27 summer workouts and was still finding his form physically. A few weeks out from practice, Penn State will rely on

certain that binge eating disorder is my true diagnosis thru extensive care this summer for about three months of treatment in St. Louis Missouri until July 26th. In order to come to this conclusion I have no one to thank except for Coach James Franklin and my training staff and doctors that stuck with me throughout this whole process. They all noticed that I was not myself and that I needed extensive care such as the program in St. Louis that I attended this summer. I love Penn State and everything about this program and school and continue to do what I can to bring not only respect but honor to the name that so many before me Sacrificed to create. WE ARE PENN STATE and forever will be PENN STATE! â&#x20AC;&#x153;If anyone and I mean anyone guy or girl is struggling with the same or anything similar please message me as I will be in immediate contact to help in any way I can to provide information or insight on my struggles and I would love to help. Praise be to God and thank him for my ability to be honest about this.â&#x20AC;? Since his return this summer, Julius has handled every kickoff for the Nittany Lions this fall. So far this season 19 of his 30 kickoffs have resulted in touchbacks while his open field hits against Kent State and Michigan have seen Julius go from just another kicker to national Internet sensation. junior Payton Banks, Julian Moore, Mike Watkins, Deividas Zemgulis and freshman Stevens at the forward position. Moving forward, Chambers and his staff will have a scholarship available for the 2017 recruiting class, a previously unavailable asset.

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Autumn leaves provide a backdrop for hunting By MARK NALE Special to the Gazette

PORT MATILDA — The six-week statewide archery deer season is underway, and hunters have an opportunity to harvest many very respectable bucks. So far, archery season has been mild and wet, but that will change as we move toward November and the rut — the whitetail’s mating season. Last year, the three biggest archery deer harvest days were the last three Saturdays of the season. If the same holds true this year, the big days this fall will be Oct. 29, Nov. 5 and 12. The rut peaks in midNovember and makes the bigger-racked bucks slightly more vulnerable. A very heavy hard and soft mast crop is available in most of Centre County. Oak trees are dropping acorns and apple, hawthorn, crabapple, winterberry and dogwoods are loaded with fruit. Soft mast crops on State Game Lands 176 west of State College are tremendous, and the oaks are loaded with acorns on SGL 33, south of Philipsburg. Abundant food means that deer move less and are more difficult to hunt. Locate the food and you will find the deer. Last fall, it seemed that animals ate or gathered acorns as soon as they dropped — maybe even before they

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Throughout Centre County, I-80 delineates the boundary between the north and south zones. The resident Canada geese season across Centre County and most of the state starts up again Saturday, Oct. 22, and runs through Saturday, Nov. 26. Small game seasons begin with grouse, rabbit and squirrel Saturday, Oct. 15, and continues through Saturday, Nov. 26. Pheasant season comes in Saturday, Oct. 22, and also ends Nov. 26. Junior seasons for squirrels, rabbits and pheasants will be held the week prior to the opening of the regularly scheduled openers. Statewide, the Pennsylvania Game Commission will stock more than14,000 pheasants prior to the junior pheasant hunt, Saturday, Oct. 8, through Saturday, Oct. 15. Approximately 177,860 pheasants will be stocked the week prior to the regular opener, set for Saturday, Oct. 22. Hunting, Page 31

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Plenty of room for hunters and others to enjoy forests By JOHN HOOK statecollege.com

On Sept. 24, I drove to Chambersburg for our son’s high school soccer game and took the back roads — state Route 26 to U.S. 22 to U.S. 522 to state Route 75 to U.S. 30. (Yes, I did get my quart of soft serve at The Little Ice Creamer in Orbisonia.) It was 90 miles of mostly two-lane roads through valleys and forests and small towns and not a lot else. Well, not a lot else except two things: a bunch of political yard signs — every last one for the exact same presidential candidate — and a few roadkill deer. Which reminded me that archery season for deer was starting Oct. 1. Deer archery season was also brought up at our Mount Nittany Conservancy meeting on Sept. 25, when we discussed repairs to the decades-long erosion at the Lynch Overlook. (Note: This gratuitously placed information is an early hint for a future fundraising request to cover a longterm stabilization project at the most popular overlook on our geographic icon. So get your checkbooks ready. And, full disclosure, I serve as the president of the conservancy.) I’m not a hunter. Never have been, and probably never will be. Or, at least I hope I’m never in a position where doing it becomes a necessity. Now, I certainly appreciate the ability to field dress an animal, and am happy to know there are plenty of friends and neighbors who maintain that skill set. It’s just that some kids were raised in hunting families and some weren’t. I wasn’t. Sure, in elementary school our entire grade made a day-long field trip to the local sportsmen’s club for a complete indoctrination into the ways of hunting wildlife, including the shooting of a .22 rifle. But that was as close to hunting as I ever got. Living in Happy Valley, we all understand the passion many locals have for hunting. The first full day of regular deer season, Monday, Nov. 28, is conveniently a day when all local schools are closed. It’s listed on the school district’s calendar as being part of the Thanksgiving holiday, but I think we all know what the real reason is, wink, wink. So, I look at hunting as an outsider and marvel at the scope of the enterprise in Pennsylvania. The first thing that stands out to me

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est city in the state. The PGC uses a formula to estimate the number of deer, taken as there is currently no accurate method to get the exact number. The formula reminds me of a bad flashback to algebra class. There are learned people in the PGC, media and academia, as well as plenty of hunters who have opinions on the PGC, game management and these estimates. I’ve already noted I’m not a hunter, so will just take the PGC data as presented. The other number that sticks out for me is the PGC notes there are around 740,000 hunters in Pennsylvania. Three-quarters of a million people hunt. That’s a heck of a lot of hunters. As a non-hunter who does a fair amount of hiking, I am always aware of the major hunting seasons and take care to go out on Sundays and wear bright neon colors — usually chartreuse or orange. But as I think about those numbers — 740,000 people shooting 300,000 deer, the majority of which happens in a two-week window — the thing that amazes me most is how few fatal hunting accidents there a re. When I explain to friends or colleagues in urban areas that the fine folks of Pennsylvania see fit to arm three-quarters of a million of our brethren and let them loose

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Additional state forest roads opening for hunting seasons HARRISBURG — Hunters and other outdoors enthusiasts heading into Pennsylvania’s state-owned woodlands this autumn will find additional roads open in 18 of the 20 state forest districts, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources recently announced. “We know improved accessibility and DCNR’s promotion of deer hunting where needed benefits forest regeneration and the overall ecosystem,” said DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn. “As a result, the Bureau of Forestry is opening more than 540 miles of state forest roads normally open only for administrative use. They again will be available to hunters, hikers, foliage viewers and others visiting state forestlands this fall.” More than 3,000 miles of state forest roadways will be open during the statewide archery deer season, which opened Oct. 1 and closes Saturday, Nov. 12. They will continue to stay open through other hunting seasons continuing into January. “Regardless of whether they seek deer, bear, turkey or small game, hunters in our state forests will find more than 90 percent of that land now is within one-half mile of an open road,” said Dunn. With the hunter in mind, DCNR continues to update a new interactive map of state forestlands across Pennsylvania that offers details on newly opened roads, timber harvesting activity, forestry office contact numbers and more. Meanwhile, top-quality hunting is offered at many state parks — especially those in the 12.5-county Pennsylvania Wilds region — where state forestland often surrounds them. Inexpensive camping can be found at many of those parks. Primitive camping on state forestlands is also an option, giving hunters a backcountry camping or hunting experience. Camping permits, issued by the managing forest district, are required when camping on state forestlands on designated sites. Many of these campsites are close to state parks and forestlands enrolled in the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Deer Management Assistance Program, permitting hunters to take one antlerless deer or more when properly licensed. Hunters are advised to check with state forests district headquarters or state park offices about availability. Hunters traveling to some north cenHunting, from page 29 In Centre County, 100 birds will be stocked for the junior hunt and an additional 910 ring-necked pheasants will be released the week before the regular season. These 300 cock birds and 610 hens will all be stocked on the Penn State Toftrees property and in State Game Lands 333 — the former Rockview property. The vast majority will be stocked at seven locations on SGL 333. These county pre-season numbers are just slightly higher than last year’s stockings. Four in-season stockings will also be made in these same areas — one stocking each week from Tuesday, Oct. 25, through Friday, Nov. 18. This will total more than 1,900 pheasants. An additional 180 hens will be released at those areas just prior to Christmas.

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HUNTERS AND others heading into Pennsylvania’s state-owned woodlands this fall will find additional roads open. tral areas of the state are reminded some hunting areas and travel routes may be impacted by Marcellus Shale-related activities. Some state forest roads may be temporarily closed during drilling operations or other peak periods of heavy use to reduce potential safety hazards. Some state forest roads only will be opened for the second week of the traditional rifle season because they cannot In Centre County, both gobbler and hen turkeys are legal game when the fall season begins Saturday, Oct. 29, and runs through Saturday, Nov. 12. The second leg of the season will be Thursday, Nov. 24, through Saturday, Nov. 26. This year, fall turkey seasons in both Wildlife Management Units 2G and 4D are the same. The seasons are shorter in WMUs 1B, 1A, 2A and 5A and longer in WMUs 2B, 2C and 4E. According to PGC wild turkey biologist Mary Jo Casalena, season lengths are determined by the status of the wild turkey populations in each WMU. Season details, zone maps, bag limits and license information can be found in the “Pennsylvania Hunting & Trapping Digest,” which comes with hunting licenses, or can be found by visiting the Pennsylvania Game Commission website, www.pgc. pa.gov.

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New installation features cross-generational discovery UNIVERSITY PARK — The HUB-Robeson Galleries present “Face Age,” a visual and audio installation, in the Art Alley through Tuesday, Dec. 11. “Face Age” is an immersive three-screen visual and audio installation which functions as the centerpiece of the “Face Age” exhibit. Cross-generational encounters are conveyed across six sensory-rich sections, each designed to shift the observer’s embodied experience of aging. Viewers may enter the 55-minute film loop at any point for any amount of time — each encounter will provide its own experience. Led by the power of the arts to engage communities and ideas, the “Face Age” collaboration is an innovative template for cross-disciplinary research and intergenerational community engagement. As a model for transdisciplinary arts research, “Face Age” offers a timely case study for examining and exploring innovative ways in which third-space collaborations — particularly in arts and health — can be extended into the sphere of public engagement with measurable outcomes and impacts. The “Face Age” creators aim for a deeper understanding of the lived experience for individuals across generations and how the arts can impact people’s perceptions of aging. They also are interested in extending “Face Age” as a template for engaging the public in other important medical concerns, such as end-of-life issues, child abuse, nutrition and active lifestyles. “Face Age” community engagement efforts begin with the personal experience encountering the installation, witnessing intergenerational interactions on the screen and listening to stories revealed by filmed “Face Age” individuals. After viewing the installation, visitors are invited to create their own “Face Age” experience by participating in an intergenerational story circle. Following this Penn State residency at the HUB-Robeson Center, “Face Age” will be touring to museums, arts

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AROUND & IN TOWN ‘Deconstructed Form’ exhibit on display at HUB-Robeson UNIVERSITY PARK — “Deconstructed Form: An Investigation of Silhouette, Contour and Shape,” an installation of works by ceramacist and sculptor Stephanie Seguin, will be featured through Sunday, Dec. 4, at Penn State’s HUB-Robeson Galleries. A public reception will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 1 Using clay, paper and installation, Seguin has created an immersive space that is not complete until a viewer is present. Her total installation not only physically immerses the viewer, but is psychologically absorptive — much like how one gets lost in an epic novel or feels fully immersed in a movie or theater production. By giving the viewer a sense of being engulfed by a space, Seguin invites viewers to sit and spend time with the work and to focus on their relationships to the objects, rather than focusing on the objects alone. Taking into consideration the relationship of the clay and paper vessels, the proximity of the viewer, directionality of the viewer’s gaze, lighting and shadows, Seguin attempts to create an awareness of

how one’s perspective changes their perception. Her minimalist approach allows viewers to inject their own subjectivity and perceive the work through their own projections and interpretations. Seguin’s installation includes nearly 100 clay and paper vessels. The cast paper forms mimic the hand-built clay vessels to create a form of after-image and build tension between the differing visual textures and weights. She deliberately chose to work with clay, paper and wood in this exhibition as these materials are seen frequently through historical and contemporary design, and using them allows her to bridge the familiar with the unfamiliar. Seguin earned her bachelor of fine arts degree from Minnesota State University Moorhead in 2009. She has since been an apprentice in Whitefish, Mont., a studio assistant and instructor at Maho Bay Clay Works on St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, and a workshop and facility assistant at La Maridiana International School of the Ceramic Arts in Italy. She currently is an MFA student at Penn State.

Fleck and Wooten to visit State Theatre STATE COLLEGE —Bela Fleck and Victor Wooten will share the stage at 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at the State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave. in State College. Fleck is considered by many to be the premiere banjo player in the world. Some claim Fleck has reinvented the image and the sound of the banjo through a remarkable performing and recording career that has taken him all over the musical map and on a range of solo projects and collaborations. Often regaled as the most influential

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BEST OF BROADWAY Sunday, October 16, 2016 • 4:00pm Mt. Nittany Middle School 656 B randywine Drive, State College Symphonic Pops Concert Favorite musicals from Broadway’s Golden Age and beyond Tickets: Adults - $22 Students - $5

CONGRESSIONAL 5TH DISTRICT DEBATE Saturday, October 15, 7:00 p.m. WPSU will broadcast a live political debate simulcast on WPSU-TV and FM, streamed on wpsu.org/live, and with special coverage on Facebook Live. Hear from incumbent Glenn Thompson (R) and challenger Kerith Strano Taylor (D). The debate is open to the public and registration is required. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. To attend, register online at wpsu.org/vote16. If you do not have access to register online please call Tamra at 814-863-6635.

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‘Odd Squad Live!’ needs children to help solve a mystery UNIVERSITY PARK — Things are about to get very odd in State College, when “Odd Squad Live!” springs into action on stage at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, in Eisenhower Auditorium. “Odd Squad Live!” is an interactive adventure in which audience members get to participate in solving a seriously strange case. When villains turn agents Orion and Oleanna into grown-ups, it’s up to the kids in the audience to use their math skills and help the agents decode, decipher and unravel clues. With a little help from Ms. O back at headquarters, the agents and the audience work together to save the day. Lucky audience members will even get to join the fun on stage. The side-splitting humor and oddly irresistible fun that earned the “Odd Squad” writing team a 2016 Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in a Children’s Series will burst onto the stage in this action-packed, educational and hilarious live show. “Odd Squad Live!” is filled with the coolest new gadgets, quirkiest villains and catchy hit songs from the band Soundcheck.

The television series “Odd Squad” is a live-action show designed to help kids 5 to 8 build math, problem-solving and collaboration skills. The show focuses on intrepid young agents who are part of Odd Squad, an agency whose mission is to investigate unusual occurrences. A math concept is embedded in each of their cases as they work together to set things right. “Odd Squad” premiered in 2014 and airs weekdays on PBS stations. “Odd Squad” is created by Tim McKeon (“Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends,” “Adventure Time,” “The Electric Company”) and Adam Peltzman (“The Electric Company,” “The Backyardigans,” “Wallykazam!”), and produced by Sinking Ship Entertainment and The Fred Rogers Company. The show is funded, in part, by the Heising-Simons Foundation and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Kids Connections, which is free for ticket holders and includes a craft-centered, child-friendly activity provided by WPSU, takes place in Eisenhower one hour before the performance. Due to space and time restrictions, Kids Connections participa-

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“ODD SQUAD LIVE!” is based on the popular PBS children’s series that promotes math skills. The show comes to Penn State’s Eisenhower Auditorium on Oct. 25. tion is limited. Tickets for the show — $19 for adults, $15 for University Park students and $19 for those 18 and younger — are available online at www.cpa.psu.edu or by phone at (814) 863-0255 or (800) ARTS-TIX. Tickets are also available at four State College locations: Eisenhower Auditorium (week-

days, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.), Penn State Downtown Theatre Center (weekdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), HUB-Robeson Center Information Desk (weekdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and Bryce Jordan Center (weekdays, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.). For more information, visit http:// www.cpa.psu.edu/events/odd-squad.

Visual Arts’ lecture series welcomes artist Jan Tichy Oct. 13 Penn State Live UNIVERSITY PARK — Artist Jan Tichy will lecture on “Politics of Light” at 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, in the Palmer Lipcon Auditorium at the Palmer Museum of Art on the University Park campus of Penn State. The lecture is part of the Penn State School of Visual Arts’ John M. Anderson Endowed Lecture Series. Artist and educator Jan Tichy employs

video, sculpture, architecture and photography for his socially and politically engaged projects. These range from working with the permanent collection of the Museum of Contemporary Photography at Columbia College Chicago to marking the demolition of Cabrini-Green’s last highrise. Born in Prague in 1974, Tichy studied art in Israel before earning his master of fine arts at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where he is now assistant

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AROUND & IN TOWN WHAT’S HAPPENING To be included in What’s Happening, submit your events by Wednesday one week prior to publication to community@centrecountygazette.com or mail information to The Centre County Gazette, ATTN: What’s Happening, 403 S. Allen St., State College, PA 16801.

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Bookmobile — Centre County Library Bookmobile is a fully accessible library on wheels. Look for it in your community and join Miss Laura for story times, songs and fun. Visit the website at www.centrecountylibrary.org for days and times. Open house — Rhoneymeade Sculpture Garden and Arboretum will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Sunday through October at 177 Rimmey Road, Centre Hall. Visit www.rhoneymeade.org. Safety checks — Mount Nittany Health sponsors free car seat safety checks from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at its Boalsburg location, 3901 S. Atherton St., State College. Certified car seat safety educators will check to make sure car seats are installed correctly. Call (814) 466-7921. Club — The Schlow Knitting Club meets at 5:30 p.m. every first and third Monday. Knitters of all skill levels are welcome. Visit www.schlowlibrary.org. Book workshop — AAUW has moved its Used Book Workshop to a new facility at 176 Technology Drive in Boalsburg Technology Park, accessible via Discovery Drive off Route 322 East from State College. The workshop is staffed 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays and 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. During workshop hours, book donors are asked to bring donations to the door and ring the bell for assistance. Blue donation bins are available at the driveway entrance for days the workshop is not open. Club — The Centre Region Model Investment Club meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. the second Monday of every month in the Mazza Room at the South Hills Business School, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Call (814) 2348775 or contact cr20mic@aol.com. Performance — The Nittany Knights perform at 7:15 p.m. every Monday at South Hills School of Business and Technology, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Visit www.nittanyknights.org. Support group — Support meetings, including a dinner, for families in need are held at 6 p.m. every Tuesday at 1400 Fox Hill Road, State College. The group offers support for families who are going through difficult circumstances. For more information call (814) 571-1240. Meeting — The Nittany Valley Model Railroad Club meets every Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Old Gregg School, 106 School St., Spring Mills. Call (814) 422-7667. Meeting — The Centre County Advisory Council to the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission holds a meeting the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30 p.m. in the State College Municipal Building, 243 S. Allen St., State College. Meetings can also be broadcast to laptops and iOS or Android devices, or participants can join by phone. Call (814) 689-9081. Club — The Nittany Valley Writers Network meets from 7 to 8 a.m. every third Wednesday of the month at the Waffle Shop, 1610 W. College Ave., State College. Email nvwn@ yahoogroups.com. Meeting — The State College Sunrise Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at 7:15 a.m. at the Hotel State College, 100 W. College Ave., State College. Visit www.statecollege sunriserotary.org. Support group — The Home Nursing Agency hosts a free grief support group from 2 to 3:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesday of every month at its Centre County office, 450 Windmere Drive, Suite 100, State College. Call (800) 445-6262. Club — Bellefonte Community Children’s Garden Club will host “Ask a Gardener” from 6 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday throughout September behind the Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 200 N. Allegheny St., Bellefonte. Visit www.bellefontegardenclub.org. Meeting — The Nittany Baptist Church will be holding Master’s Clubs for children ages 3 to 11 and small groups for teens and adults at 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the church, 3939 S. Atherton St. Visit www.nittanybaptist. org. Healing circle — A healing circle will be held from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at Inspired Holistic Wellness, 111 S. Spring St., Bellefonte. Contact Beth Whitman at beth@inspiredholisticwellness. com or call (814) 883-0957.

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Thrift shop — The State College Woman’s Club Thrift Shop will be having “Open Thursdays” from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 902 S. Allen St., State College. Call (814) 238-2322. Community meal — A free hot meal is served from 5 to 7 p.m. every Thursday at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Community Cafe. Meeting — The State College Alliance Church hosts a Christian Recovery meeting every Friday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at 1221 W. White Road, State College. Visit www. liferecoverystatecollege.com.

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Support group — HEART Grief and Loss Support Program, for parents who have experienced pregnancy loss, stillbirth or infant death, is being held at 6:30 p.m. every Monday through Oct. 24, at CHOICES, 2214 N. Atherton St., Upper Level, State College. Visit info@heartofpa. org. Class — “Retirement Planning Today” will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on two Tuesdays, Oct. 4 and 11, at South Hills School of Business and Technology, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College. Call (814) 867-5745 or email rpaulnichols@gmail.com. Class — A Life with Diabetes class series will be held from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. two Thursdays, Oct. 6 and 27, at the Mount Nittany Health Diabetes Network Outpatient Office, 120 Radnor Road, State College. Registration is required and class size is limited. Contact Heather Harpster at (814) 231-7194 or hharpster@mountnittany.org. Tours — Tours of Curtin Mansion and Eagle Ironworks will be offered from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays through Oct. 29 at Curtin Village, Route 150 between Milesburg and Howard. Seminar — EFree Church will host a seminar on “Scream Free Parenting” from noon to 1:30 p.m. Sundays in October at 1243 Blue Course Drive, State College. Lunch and child care will be provided at no cost. Visit www.scefc. org, contact church@scefc.org or call (814) 237-8020. Exhibits — The Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County, 133 N. Allegheny St. in Bellefonte, hosts a number of exhibits this month, including “One Farm: Multiple Perspectives,” Windows on the World Gallery; Marisa Eichman, Sieg Gallery; Pat Dolan and Wendy Snetsinger, Tea Room Gallery; Michele Rivera, Community Gallery; Art Heim, Photography Gallery; and Nicole Tucker, Jewelry Gallery, all through Sunday, Oct. 30. Wendy Bechtold, Lisa Beightol, Michele Randall and Jennifer Shuey will be featured in the Print Gallery, through Sunday, Nov. 27, and the new offsite gallery at Cool Beans Coffee and Tea, 141 W. High St. in Bellefonte, is showing the works of Holly Fritchman through Sunday, Oct. 30. Call (814) 355-4280 or visit www.bellefontemuseum.org. Adult program — Being Heard, a writing program for Centre County seniors, meets from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on various Thursdays through Dec. 22 at the Bellefonte Senior Center. Call (814) 355-6720.

SATURDAY, OCT. 8 Festival — The ninth annual Cranberry Festival, featuring a bog walk, activities, hay rides and food vendors, will begin at noon at Black Moshannon State Park, 4216 Beaver Road, Philipsburg. Visit http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/ event/9th_annual_cranberry_festival. Performance — Met Opera HDLive: “Tristan and Isolde” will be shown at noon at The State Theatre, 13 W. College Ave. in State College. Visit wwwthestatetheatre. org. Dinner — A roast beef dinner, available for eat-in or takeout, will be served from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at New Hope Lutheran Church, 119 Cobblestone Court, Spring Mills. Call (814) 422-8417.

SUNDAY, OCT. 9 Festival — A taste of State College meets a Renaissance fair at the Olde Europe Festival — celebrating the six countries the Boals were affiliated with — at 10 a.m. at Columbus Chapel and Boal Mansion Museum, 163 Boal Estate Drive, State College. Visit www.boalmuseum. com, call (814) 876-0129 or email bcameron2000@gmail. com. Support group — An ostomy support group will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. in the conference rooms of Mount Nittany Medical Center, 1800 E. Park Ave., State College. Contact Judy Faux at (814) 234-6195. Concert — Penn State School of Music’s Essence of Joy presents its first campus concert of the semester at 2 p.m. at Worship Hall, Pasquerilla Spiritual Center, University Park. Cash-only admission is $4.99 for the general public and $2 for students. Fundraiser — The Team Snap 5K Race/Walk for Jamie Barbarich Covol and the National BrainTumor Society begins at 10 a.m. at the Centre County Grange Fair Grounds. Online registration can be completed at www. leftrightrepeat.net/events; entry is $20 for individuals, $30 for families and free for children 6 and younger. Email leftrightrepeat123@gmail.com.

MONDAY, OCT. 10 Reception — A reception for the unveiling of artist Katie Bell’s Woskob Wall installation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Woskob Family Gallery, 146 S. Allen St., State College. Visit http://woskobfamilygallery.psu.edu/event/ reception-the-2016-2017-woskob-wall.

TUESDAY, OCT. 11 Class —Adult Children of Aging Parents presents a free educational session, “Safe at Home: Strategies for Aging in Place Longer and More Safely,” at 5:30 p.m. at Country Inn & Suites, 1357 E. College Ave., State College. Call (877) 599-2227 or email acap.centrecounty@acapcommunity. org.

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Lecture — Katie Bell will present her current portfolio and inspirations for her installation at 3 p.m. in the Palmer Lipcon Auditorium at the Palmer Museum of Art. Her exhibit will be completed in the Woskob Family Gallery on Monday, Oct. 10, and be shown for a year. Call (814) 8635353 or contact hbs131@psu.edu. Meeting — Centre County Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. in the second floor meeting room of Foxdale Village, 500 E. Marylyn Ave., State College for “Society Update: Officers, Projects and Feedback,” featuring an open mic for discussion and suggestions. Visit www. centrecountygenealogy.org. Concert — Dark Star Orchestra, a Grateful Dead tribute band, will perform at 8 p.m. at the State Theatre, 130 W. College Ave. in State College. Visit www.thestatetheater. org.

Book club — The Teen Book Club will discuss “The Graveyard” by Neil Gaiman at 3:45 p.m. in the Schlow Library sun room, 211 S. Allen St., State College. Meeting — Kay Kustanbauter, retired director of the Penn State Lion Club, will speak at 7 p.m. at the Women’s Welcome Club’s October general meeting, being held at Oakwood Presbyterian Church, 1865 Waddle Road, State College. Kustanbauter will present a humorous and informative program on “The History of Women’s Hats.” All area women are invited to attend. Visit www.womens welcomeclub.org. — Compiled by Gazette staff

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Cricket Wireless opens State College location A NEW State College Cricket Wireless store recently held a ribboncutting ceremony. Pictured, from left, are Penn State Small Business Development Center executive director Heather Fennessey McWhorter, Aaron Wilson, OneStop Communications president Michael Buffington, store manager Shane Niman, Jeff Butler, Steve Poorman, Dawn Pardoe and SBDC business consultant Jennifer Riden.

STATE COLLEGE — One-Stop Communications and Cricket Wireless recently celebrated the grand opening of their new store, located at 1619 N. Atherton St. in State College. “We are thrilled to open a Cricket Wireless store in State College. We truly have something to smile about at Cricket, with competitive plans that offer unlimited talk, text and high-speed data access ... ,” said owner Mike Buffington. “Entrepreneurs such as Mike Buffington, a long-time client of the Penn State Small Business Development Center, create new jobs in our community while bringing new, interesting products to our citizens,” said Heather Fennessey McWhorter, director of the Penn State SBDC. “We are proud to partner with Mike on another business opening in State College.” The community is invited to visit the newly remodeled Cricket showroom and check out featured sales on their latest products. Cricket Wireless offers unlimited smartphone plans starting at $30 a month, with no annual contract and a 4G network that covers more than 300 million people. One-Stop Communications has been providing central Pennsylvania with personal and business communication products for 19 years. The new store is open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays For more information, call (814) 325-9413.

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DEED TRANSFERS The following property transactions were compiled from information provided by the Centre County recorder of deeds, Joseph Davidson. The Gazette is not responsible for typographical errors. The published information is believed to be accurate; however, the Gazette neither warrants nor accepts any liability or responsibility for inaccurate information.

RECORDED SEPT. 12-16 BELLEFONTE BOROUGH

Gregory S. Brown and Terry L. Brown to Michael J. Galardo and Shelly R. Galardo, 315 S. Monroe St., Bellefonte, $136,500. Jeffrey Bragg and Elizabeth Bragg to Tevis R. Williams, 340 E. Beaver St., Bellefonte, $132,500.

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David B. Perry and Pamela A. Perry to Dustin

M. Veazey and Jessica V. Veazey, 424 Gerald St., State College, $279,900.

BOGGS TOWNSHIP

Audrey B. Fisher Estate, Brian F. Fisher and Eric M. Fisher to Christine A. Long, 508 E. Pine St., Philipsburg, $135,000. Noel P. Larkin to Noel P. Larkin, William V. Larkin and Paul N. Larkin, 508 E. Pine St., Philipsburg, $1.

COLLEGE TOWNSHIP

James C. Wambold, Alice E. Wambold and E. Alice Wambold to Joshua A. Robinson and Amy C. Robinson, 126 Randy Lane, State College, $70,000. Cathryn G. Watson to Nitwit Property Holdings LLC, 134 Fairlawn Ave., State College, $207,000.

Stearns Boal LP to John Jason Lunn and Julie M. Lunn, 180 Pepperberry Lane, State College, $118,000. James T. Millican, Lauren K. Seiler and Lauren K. Millican to Jacob R. Werner and Scott K. Andrews, 424 Gerald St., State College, $160,000. J. Monroe Associates to Laura Marie Brown and Jerry G. Brown, 240 Wiltree Court, State College, $332,700. Lorna D. Borger and Lewis A. Borger to Harry K. Confer and Patricia B. Confer, 415 Summit Road, Bellefonte, $278,000. Richard H. Rider and Vicky J. Rider to John R. Mullen and Shelly Kay Mullen, 120 Meadowsweet Drive, State College, $580,000.

FERGUSON TOWNSHIP

Martha M. Frye Estate, Martha Mitchell Frye and Marsha Frye Hartman, executrix, to Mary

Frye D’Ambrosia and Mardi Frye Dunklebarger, 3291 Shellers Bend, No. 710, State College, $1. S&A Homes Inc., Thomas F. Songer by attorney, Robert E. Poole, Don E. Haubert by attorney and WPSH Associates to Amit Mehta and Bhavna Mehta, 1341 Sconsett Way, State College, $609,230. Brian R. Hoffheins and Kelly R. Hoffheins to Brian R. Hoffheins Jr. and Kelly R. Hoffheins, 3097 Willamsburg Road, State College, $1. Aaron L. Pincus, Kimberly S. Menard- Pincus and Kimberly S. Menard to Kimberly S. Menard and Aaron L. Pincus, 2609 Tall Cedar Circle, State College, $1.

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DOUG MOERSCHBACHER, left, of Doug’s Rug Care in Pleasant Gap, was invited to do live rugwashing demonstrations at the Experience convention, held Sept. 7-9 in Las Vegas. The Experience is a biannual educational seminar and trade show for carpet and restoration professionals.”

Local Italian restaurant closes doors By GEOFF RUSHTON statecollege.com

STATE COLLEGE — Rotelli, the Italian restaurant at 250 E. Calder Way, closed Oct. 2 after more than 10 years in downtown State College. The restaurant announced the closing on Twitter. Rotelli’s owners could not be reached for immediate comment. The restaurant appeared close to closDeed Transfers, from page 37 Brush Mountain Road, Spring Mills, $1. Deutsche Bank National Trust Co to Brian K. Ishler and Tina L. Ishler, 114 Cobblestone Court,

HARRIS TOWNSHIP

Jaime J. Saona and Carolyn J. Saona to Andrew Stephen Yablonsky, 482 Sharer Road, Centre Hall, $5,005. Andrew Stephen Yablonsky to Andrew Stephen Yablonsky, 482 Sharer Road, Centre Hall, $1. Jamie J. Saona and Carolyn J. Saona to Jaime J. Saona and Carolyn J. Saona, 470 Sharer Road, Centre Hall, Spring Mills,$1. Parkside Homes LLC to Betty Jean Olsen and Wesley A. Olsen, 477 Homestead Lane, Boalsburg, $329,900. William W. Witmer III and Erin R. Witmer to Jeffrey N. Bragg and Elizabeth A. Bragg, 209 Circle Drive, State College, $254,000.

LIBERTY TOWNSHIP

Michelle Rippey and Robert McAndrew to Christian Centanni, 200 Bald Eagle Forest Road, Blanchard, $164,500.

MARION TOWNSHIP

John E. Glossner to Derek G. Hart, 4348 Jacksonville Road, Bellefonte, $12,000.

MILES TOWNSHIP

Gale H. Machamer Estate, Eugene T. Miller,

ing last year. In April 2015, a sheriff’s auction was scheduled for the restaurant’s liquor license and equipment. Owners David Krauth and Mike Hughes filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The bankruptcy filing prevented the auction and Krauth said at the time that media reports about the restaurant’s financial issues were overblown. co-executor, Ricky G. Bair, co-executor, and Gene D. Bair, co-exeuctor, to Jaime L. Bierly, 167 W. Main St., Rebersburg, $81,000.

PATTON TOWNSHIP

Matthew J. Weldon and Natasha R. Volkers to Thomas N. Spencer and Caitlin L. ChunKennedy, 2007 Park Forest Ave., State College, $247,700. John M. Price and Diane L. Price to Matthew J. Weldon and Natasha R. Volkers, 204 Echo Hollow Lane, Port Matilda, $318,000. Sally S. Mahan and Gerald D. Mahan to Toby C. Duveneck and Brittney Duveneck, 295 Montauk Cirlce, Port Matilda, $635,000. Susan B. Springer and Patrick S. Springer to Delours D. Doss, 1937 Fairwood Lane, State College, $199,000. Charles A. Irwin and Janet Irwin to Masser and Ballay Enterprises, 243 Bolton Ave., State College, $355,000. Gary M. Sager to Jeanmenne Properties LLC, 106 Ghaner Drive, State College, $174,000. Haubert Homes Inc. to Randall Haubert and David Pecht, 209 Circle Drive, State College, $60,000.

PHILIPSBURG BOROUGH

Gloria J. Leonard and Jeffrey L. Emeigh Jr. and Ashley Emeigh, 508 Pine St., Philipsburg, $99,900.

POTTER TOWNSHIP

Andrew L. Conklin to Daniel B. Grupp, 124 Horsehoe Lane, Spring Mills, $160,000.

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Ali A. Farahani, Shahin M. Farahani, Mehri Mogharei and Mohammed Mogharei to HVV Properties LLC, 300 S. Pugh St., State College, $395,000. Legion Lane Enterprise LLC to Bryce Burkentine and Robert Milmoe, 120 Logan Ave, Nos. 120-122, State College, $294,760.

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Patrick P. Stania to Melanie L. Stania, 352 Clarence Road, Snow Shoe, $1. Brockerhoff Acquisition Group Inc. to Justin W. Maddox and Anne C. Maddox, 171 Kathryn Drive, Bellefonte, $267,000. Joshua M. Powers, Shelby L. Wellar and Joseph M. Powers to Joseph M. Powers and Shelby L. Wellar, 146 Nittany St., Pleasant Gap, $1. Matthew E. Young and Courtenay M. Young to Matthew E. Young, 153 Clemens Lane, Bellefonte, $1. JFDC Land Acquisition LLC to Barry E. Williams and Ronda L. Williams, 205 Jonathan Lane, Bellefonte, $227,636. Justine M. Wilkins Estate and Wanda K. Kern, executrix, to Susan E. Smith, 122 Bigler Ave., Pleasant Gap, $85,000. Braden Alan Wickham, Marissa M. Wickham, and Marissa Marie Bird to Michael D. Haslet and

Steven J. Taylor and Sheri Taylor to Patti S. Johnson, Edwina M. Shoff, Thomas E. Johnson III, Wimer Keel Johnson, Thomas L. Taylor, Alan D. Taylor and Jerry R. Taylor, 466 Pike Road, Bellefonte, $1. Abbe L. Gore to Patti S. Johnson, Edwina M. Shoff, Thomas E. Johnson III, Wimer Keel Johnson, Thomas L. Taylor, Alan D. Taylor and Jerry R. Taylor, 466 Pike Road, Bellefonte $1. Dennis L. McDowell and Janice A. McDowell to Danielle M. Henninger, 508 E. Pine St., Mingoville, $168,000. Jeffrey S. Woodward and Kimberly M. Woodward to Patrick G. Ames and Tammy J. Ames, 129 Turkey Hill Road, Bellefonte, $199,000. — Compiled by Lana Bernhard

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STATE COLLEGE BOROUGH

Michael L. Shope Estate and Jean K. Miller, adminstratix, to Jonathan M. Ayers and Erin D. Ayers, 742 Rattlesnake Pike, Julian, $25,000.

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tools and designs that created a pathway toward a 55 percent brake thermal efficiency engine. The pathway to this ultrahigh efficiency goal was a requirement from the DOE for successful completion of the project. Jacqueline O’Connor, assistant professor of mechanical and nuclear engineering, designed advanced injection strategies and combustor architectures to enhance engine efficiency and reduce engine emissions. Daniel Haworth, professor of mechanical and nuclear engineering worked on advancing engine thermal efficiency through modeling and simulation. The main goal of this work was to improve modeling capability to better capture missing and combustion processes. Their final result proved a pathway to 56.2 percent brake thermal efficiency for an internal combustion engine. The DOE recently selected Volvo to participate in its SuperTruck II program, which targets a 100 percent improvement on a ton-per-gallon basis and a power train capable of 55 percent brake thermal efficiency over the 2009 baseline truck. Penn State will continue as one of the partners in the SuperTruck II project. Penn State’s participation in this DOE project is part of the ongoing Academic Preferred Partner agreement between Volvo and Penn State.

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2 & 3 Bedroom Townhouses Nice! Bellefonte, Lingwood Court Townhouses, lawn care, snow removal, refuse and sewer included. It is a 10 minute drive to downtown State College. 2 bedroom $900.00 3 Bedroom $935.00 814-355-2165

3 Bedroom 2 Bath in scenic Boalsburg Spacious 3 bedroom 2 bath apartments available in Boalsburg. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, with a stove, refrigerator and dishwasher. Washer and dryer hook up in every unit as well as on-site laundry facilities. The master bedroom features its own private bathroom. All windows have blinds already installed, and the units have wall to wall carpeting. Water, sewer, trash is included in the rent. Up to 2 cats allowed per unit with additional deposit and monthly pet fee. Minutes from State College, and I-99. Income restrictions apply, Section 8 accepted. Visit our website at www.rentpmi.com Rents starting at $877.00/month all utilities except electric included! What a value! (814)-278-7700

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Bellefonte Work Force Housing

Enjoy the amenities of living in downtown Bellefonte. 1&2 Bedroom units are available in a newly constructed Garman House located at 112 East High Street. Additional 2&3 bedroom units are available in a beautifully restored Cadillac Building. Property Management Inc is expecting an August move-in for these convenient new location. Both locations include on-site laundry facilities, energy efficient appliances (including a dishwasher), Vinyl Wood Plank flooring in the living spaces, carpeted bedrooms and spectacular views. Rents range from $774.00 - $1097/ month. Lower rates may be available to disabled persons. Please visit www.rentpmi.com Utilities Included: Sewer,Water,Trash One parking space Tenant Paid Utilities Electric,Internet,Phone Cable Applicants will be screened for creditworthiness, background and income qualification. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY HOUSING 814.548.7393

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Townhouses For Sale

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Total value of all items for sale must be under $2,000 • Must have price of item for sale in ad • Run up to 6 lines for 3 weeks • One ad per person • PRIVATE PARTY ONLY

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4 Bedroom 3 Bath House Large 4 Bedroom 3 Bathroom House available immediately. 1 car garage and partially finished basement. Washer/Dryer Hookup. Located on Madison Street, within walking distance to the high school. Resident pays all utilities and responsible for lawn care & snow removal. Flexible lease terms available. Contact us today for a personal tour of the property. 814-234-1707

3BR- Historical Dist, 2-Story Home Bellefonte 3 BEDROOMS (ONE VERY LARGE), 1 BATH, LARGE LIVING ROOM, LARGE DINING ROOM VERY LARGE KITCHEN, LARGE LAUNDRY ROOM ON FIRST FLOOR BASEMENT WITH 1/2 BATHROOM, SMALL YARD WITH PARKING ADJACENT TO HOUSE NEAR COURTHOUSE HISTORIC DISTRICT $875+UTILITIES ON THE CORNER OF EAST HIGH AND NORTH RIDGE NEAR CATA BUS 814-571-0328

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Furnished bedroom includes all utilities in Port Matilda home located in a lovely wooded area. 10 Miles to PSU. Towels and linens provided. Access to living areas, laundry, kitchen (dishes, pots & pans)& pool. Month to month lease; available 1-1-17 814-692-0004

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1Br Deluxe Apartment Available for Spring Semester

• Apartment is located on the top floor • Spacious enough for two people • Wood floors and several large closets for clothes and storage • Several windows to let in natural lighting • Pet Friendly: Cat (+$20/mo) and/or Dog (+$30/mo) Apartment Complex Description • Complex is located on a property of several acres • Plenty of space for outdoor activities (BBQ, (Walking, etc.) • Basketball and tennis courts on property • Pet friendly walking areas • Apartment building steps away from bus stop serviced by three lines (R, RC. And RP) • One block away from shopping complex with a grocery store and several restaurants Utilities • Gas and water covered as part of rent • Extended basic cable included as part of rent • High-speed internet available at discounted price (+$25/mo) Rent with no additions is $905/mo. If interested, please contact Lions Gate Apartments’ rental office at 814-238-2600 and ask about apartment D34.

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TRUE HANDYMAN SERVICES No job too small!

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Clothing

MEN’s Neckties: Silk, Wool, Cotton, paisley strips, floral & more. Approximately $500. $1. each. (814) 466-7235 CLASSIFIED helpline: More details equal faster reader response and better results for you. We can help you write a “bestseller” advertisement. Call us today. 814238-5051.

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Household Goods

EMERSON Microwave oven. Good condition. Asking $20. Call (814) 238-4469 GOOD Condition: 1 queen size memory foam mattress with box springs and frame. $200 obo. (814) 359-3066 LIKE New! Futon used once, kept covered, $80 Memory Foam top, $50. All for $130. Call (814) 355-2636 ROLL Top desk, 70” long, good shape, asking $500 obo. Call (814) 933-4628 DON’T miss out on the latest news and local happenings. Read The Centre County Gazette every week.

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Sports Equipment For Sale

EXERCISE Bike, digital sears model. Nice condition $80. Call (814) 355-2739

F O R IM M E D IA T E S A L E Land and B uilding , z oned commercial, Auto Dealer location with lot f or 5 0 cars, 9 s . t. o ce new remo e e , pub lic sewer & water. ea to go ove in on ition. Rt. 220 in W ing ate across f rom B EASD Sheet ormer abco uto Sa es . Call John Jabco 8 1 for 4 - 2 details 8 0 - 2 8 and 4 7 information: 814-280-2847 (Cell) or 814-548-7050 (Business) a or etai s an in ormation.

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HOUSES FOR SALE

COUNTRY 5 min. from town. This 3 bdrn home sits on 1/2 acre with open living room, dining room, and kitchen. Three car garage. Bellefonte area. Asking $250,000 firm. Ph. 814.222.3331.

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Parts & Accessories For Sale

BENCH Rest eliminates recoil at range, holds 4 bags of shot or sand, adjustable. $80.00 Call (814) 486-3262

TIRES: 2 Cooper Weather Master tires, 205/60/R15 like new, asking $85 for pair. (814) 422-8720

BLOOD pressure monitor, automatic cuff type & digital memory. $30.00 Call (814) 486-3262

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BUYING your Turquoise Jewelry. (814) 933-0122 HEAVY duty window fan. (must be anchored) $10.00 (814) 486-3262

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Parts & Accessories For Sale

PLOW Light, 1 pair with turn signals, Wagner Halogen, excellent condition, asking $90. (814) 422-8720f SIMPLICITY Slow Blower, Excellent condition, 11 HP, 28” clearing width. AC electric starter, manual included. $995. (814) 238-1982 leave message.

Autos For Sale

2002 PONTIAC Bonneville, 4 dr sedan good condition. Good on Gas. $1500 Call (814) 548-7732

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ATV For Sale

4 WHEELER 90 CC Baja motorsport. Electric start. 2007 semi automatic, 4 speed, excellent condition, runs well, garage kept. Asking $600. Call (814) 422-8720

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JOHN DEERE Snow blower. 38” width model LT. Good Condition. Asking $350. Call (814) 422-8720

OPPORTUNITY TO OWN • RENT TO OWN We can arrange “Rent To Own” on any property for sale by any broker, owner, bank or others.

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HHA’S/CAREGIVERS WANTED ProStat has immediate job openings! We Offer: competitive wages, flexible schedules and weekly pay. Check Us Out Today! Call (866) 736-7306 OR Apply directly at www.prostatjobs.com

Third Shift Machinist 2 Sound Technology, Inc., a subsidiary of Analogic Corp, and a leading manufacturer of high-quality medical ultrasound transducers, has openings in our Machine Shop at our state-of-the-art facility in State College, PA for a Machinist 2. Responsibilities will include planning, layout, set up and operating manual and computerized machine shop equipment to produce machine parts for production. The ideal candidate will possess a general knowledge of machine shop equipment and practices and the ability to use the tools required to complete machine shop jobs. A minimum of 2 years experience in a machine shop environment is required. This is a third shift position. We o er a competiti e salar , outstandin enefits and a e i le, small compan wor en ironment In return, we are looking for hard-working, e i le and positi e minded indi iduals w o thrive in a competitive environment. STI Is an ISO certified If you are interested in applying for either of these positions and want to be part of our efforts to improve the practice of medicine worldwide, please reply with a cover letter, including salary requirements, along with a current resume, to:

Human Resources Sound Technology, Inc. 401 Science Park Road State College, PA 16803 You may also email your resume to hr@sti-ultrasound.com or fax it to Human Resources at (814)234-5033. Sound Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, minority status, age, disability or veteran status.

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