Jessica McAllister, Centre Daily Times

Jessica McAllister

Centre Daily Times

State College, PA, United States

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2 dead in crash that closed Route 26 over the Pine Grove Mills Mountain, police say

Two people were killed after a three-vehicle crash on State Route 26 southbound over the Pine Grove Mills Mountain. Another person suffered injuries and was flown to the hospital. → Read More

Join the discussion about mental health in Centre County

Two months ago when Centre County District Attorney Bernie Cantorna released his report on the death of 29-year-old Osaze Osagie, one set of numbers stood out. Join in the conversation as the CDT digs into why 302 warrants have increases so dramatically. → Read More

Missing State College man has been safely located, police say

Missing State College man Ian Fitzpatrick had been reported missing by his mother, who said he was last seen on June 14. Fitzpatrick has been safely located outside of Centre County, State College police said. → Read More

‘This has been a long time coming.’ Allegiant to add service from University Park Airport

Allegiant Air, a budget airline, will add service from University Park Airport in State College. Two nonstop flights to Florida will be available at low rates starting in the fall. → Read More

2 people seriously injured after motorcycle, car crash in Milesburg Friday night

Two people are being treated for serious injuries after a motorcycle crashed into a car on Turnpike Street in Milesburg. There were two people on the motorcycle and a landing zone was set up. → Read More

Did you feel the earthquake in central Pennsylvania?

An 3.4 magnitude earthquake has been confirmed near Mifflintown in central Pennsylvania, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. → Read More

The CDT asked for your feedback, and hundreds of readers responded. Here’s what’s next

Centre Daily Times readers responded to a survey about local news. The CDT will host monthly events to get to know the editor, reporters. → Read More

Frogs, local theater and ‘The Dude.’ Here’s what the weekend will bring in Centre County

On Mother’s Day weekend in Centre County, there are many events including the State College Friends School Fun Fair, Frog Fest in Penns Valley, local theater and more. → Read More

Celebrate comics, apple blossoms, art and bonsai this weekend in Centre Country

Free Comic Book Day in State College, Apple Blossom Festival in Port Matilda and more are happening this weekend in Centre County, PA. → Read More

Penn State plans multi-million dollar facility to replace Palmer Museum of Art

Penn State plans to build a new building to replace the Palmer Museum of Art. The University Art Museum would be located in The Arboretum at Penn State. → Read More

Calling all Centre Daily Times readers: What can we do better?

Centre Daily Times readers are invited to take a survey on content including sports, opinion, local news and more. → Read More

‘Essential in your lives.’ New CDT editor lays out plans for community input

Jessica McAllister has been named executive editor of the Centre Daily Times, a daily newspaper in State College, Pennsylvania. → Read More

With severe weather headed to the area, a tornado watch has been issued for Centre County

The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for areas including Centre County. Thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and damaging winds are also forecast. → Read More

On the hunt for Easter events? There’s lots happening this month in Centre County

Easter Egg hunts and events in Centre County include events in Talleyrand Park, Bellefonte, Oak Hall Reigonal Park in Boalsburg, flashlight egg hunts and more. → Read More

State College writer, historian Nadine Kofman remembered for passion for community

State College writer, historian and former reporter Nadine Kofman died March 30 at age 75. She was also involved in The State Theatre, the arts community and Young Writers of America. → Read More

Sloth, snakes, birds and more: Nittany Mall will host a wildlife festival this weekend

Nittany Mall will host a wildlife festival in State College, Pa., on March 30-31. The educational and interactive exhibition will feature a sloth, snakes, birds and more. → Read More

The Maple Harvest Festival returns this weekend after a 2-year hiatus

Maple Harvest Festival, My Hero Zero show, art exhibit at Foxdale Village and more are events in Centre County. → Read More

Here’s what’s closed Wednesday as Centre County prepares for more winter weather

School districts across Centre county have issued closings or delays on Wednesday due to icy road conditions. State College, Bellefonte, Penns Valley and Bald Eagle, and Philipsburg-Osceola area school districts have closed. → Read More

Bellefonte doughnut shop to close its doors

Dam Donuts in Bellefonte will close its doors on Feb. 17. The owners cited personal reasons for the reason in a Facebook post. → Read More

Firefighters injured in Clearfield County warehouse fire

A Hope Fire Company firefighter from Philipsburg was injured during a building fire in Bradford Township, Clearfield County. Nearly a dozen fire companies responded to the fire, where a mayday was declared. → Read More