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CU-Lock Haven alumni couple establishes Change-Makers Scholarship to support retention of future leaders

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LOCK HAVEN — For one alumni couple, giving back to Commonwealth University-Lock Haven is about more than supporting their alma mater — it’s about creating opportunities for students to succeed, grow and ultimately help others do the same. Through the Lock Haven University Foundation (LHUF), the husband and wife, who wish to remain anonymous, recently established the Change-Makers Scholarship Fund, a new scholarship that will provide $5,000 annually to support hardworking students on the CU-Lock Haven campus. Preference will be given to non-commuter students who maintain a ...

Beyond cancer: the surprising benefits of radiation therapy

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When most people hear “radiation therapy,” they think of cancer treatment. But that same pinpoint precision that targets cancerous tumors can do a lot more — ease inflammation, calm overactive nerves and alleviate pain, all without surgery. In fact, doctors are increasingly using ...

Council to hold second meeting for public input on Zoning, SALDO; Hearing set for Aug. 10

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LOCK HAVEN — Lock Haven City Council has directed staff to schedule another public hearing regarding its potential Zoning and Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance updates following a lengthy meeting held Monday night prior to its regular meeting. The hearing is slated for 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 10, in council chambers. Prior to council’s decision, City Planner/Interim Manager Abbey Roberts noted the public is still encouraged to review both ordinances — which were revamped throughout 2025 into 2026 — and provide comment prior to potential adoption in late ...

Howard Happenings

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BASKET BENEFIT A basket raffle benefit was held on Sunday, July 19, at the Friendship Community Center in Beech Creek to help Tina McKinley in her fight against melanoma. Tina also has some other serious medical problems that she’s enduring. Tina and her husband, Larry, were able to be at ...

Curtin Village offers Ice Cream ‘Sundae’ Tour

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HOWARD — Enjoy a sweet summer afternoon at Curtin Village on Sunday, July 26, at 2 p.m., during a special Ice Cream Sundae Tour at Eagle Iron Works and Curtin Village. Guests will be treated to locally made ice cream from Mill Hall’s Ice Shack while discovering one of central Pennsylvania’s most important 19th-century ironmaking communities. This event is made possible through the generous support of Bellefonte’s bed and breakfast community, including Bellefonte B & B, The Queen, Riffles & Runs, Our Fair Lady, Craftsman on Curtin and the Reynold’s Mansion. Guided tours led ...