Judge wants bars, PLCB to work out dispute

With the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board at one ear and an attorney for three State College bars at the other, a Centre County judge opted Tuesday to postpone his decision on the revocation of Sammark, Inc.'s liquor license. Updated Wednesday, January 7, 12:49 AM

Bail set at $500,000 for Rogers

Freedom may have seemed close to Andrew Rogers on Monday afternoon, as a Centre County judge decided how much to charge for the State College man's ticket out of prison. Updated Monday, January 5, 11:29 PM

Glasses stolen from JoePa statue

Although Joe Paterno rarely goes without his characteristic Coke-bottle glasses, his likeness beside Beaver Stadium isn't so lucky. Updated Sunday, January 4, 7:35 PM

Three embattled Pugh Street bars allowed to serve alcohol for time being

Just two days after a Centre County judge upheld the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's decision not to renew the liquor license for three Pugh Street bars, he halted his original decision, allowing the bars to serve alcohol until further action is taken, an attorney representing the owner of the establishments said. Updated Thursday, January 1, 1:13 PM

Assistant district attorney resigns

Centre County Assistant District Attorney Lance Marshall resigned from his position effective Wednesday after a discussion about how certain cases were handled, Centre County District Attorney Michael Madeira said. Updated Thursday, January 1, 12:35 PM

Motion to release Rogers filed

State College resident Andrew Rogers, formerly convicted of murder, has been in prison for more than a year and a half, but he might see the light of day beyond the bars of prison soon, his attorney said. Updated Thursday, January 1, 12:23 PM

Three downtown bars lose fight to retain liquor license

Taps at three downtown bars may soon run dry after a judge upheld the decision to not renew their shared liquor license, citing a history of violations and a murder on one premises.

Lee's appeal denied

A man serving 30 to 60 years in prison after a jury said he "terrorized Centre County and State College with his network of drug dealers" was recently denied an appeal to the highest court in the state, according to a spokesman for the Pennsylvania Attorney General's office. Updated Monday, December 29, 10:08 PM

Judge denies motion to suppress evidence in Kuhn case

The case for a State College man charged with rape and attempted murder was dealt a blow Tuesday when a judge denied a motion to suppress evidence collected after what the defense called an "illegal arrest." Updated Wednesday, December 24, 3:45 PM

Rogers' attorneys working quickly to rebuild defense

Attorneys for former convicted murderer Andrew Rogers aren't wasting any time in rebuilding their case that the State College man was forced to kill a Penn State student in self-defense. Updated Sunday, December 21, 5:37 PM

Penn State grads enter real world in uncertain times

Amid an economy reeling from financial meltdown and major domestic industries teetering on the brink, Penn State sent about 2,000 blue-robed students into the real world Saturday. Updated Sunday, December 21, 5:37 PM

Student to face trial on riot charges

A student who suggested police used excessive force during the riot after the Ohio State-Penn State football game was bound over to trial Wednesday on charges of third-degree felony riot, among others. Updated Thursday, December 18, 10:11 AM

Hearing for student charged in HUB knife incident continued

The preliminary hearing for a student Penn State Police say threatened two different men with a knife in the HUB-Robeson Center last week was continued Wednesday to a later date. Updated Thursday, December 18, 10:10 AM

Spanier not nominated for Secretary of Education

Although President-elect Barack Obama announced his pick for Secretary of Education this morning, it is still unclear whether Penn State President Graham Spanier was a candidate for the post. Updated Tuesday, December 16, 4:43 PM

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Lions open season with win against USC

Will Price had a match-high 22 kills, but none was more important than his last. Updated Friday, January 9, 1:52 AM

Aggressive rebounding springs upset

No sequence was more telling of Penn State's upset win against No. 14 Purdue Tuesday night than the first 60 seconds. Updated Wednesday, January 7, 2:23 AM

Women's diving team closes out Tennessee Diving Invitational

After nearly a month without a meet, the Penn State women's diving team finished its three-day competition at the Tennessee Diving Invitational. As part of their winter training trip, the Nittany Lions competed against numerous NCAA and several SEC teams during the competition. Updated Tuesday, January 6, 2:10 PM

Last Word: Paterno greeted by Switzer, Johnson at conference

As Joe Paterno sat down to meet with the press the day after his team's 38-24 Rose Bowl loss, a pair of former colleagues stopped by, unannounced. Updated Monday, January 5, 6:14 PM

Banged-up Boilermakers prepping for PSU

Return all five starters from a 15-3 Big Ten season, and expectations will mount. Sport all-conference players and defenders among that lineup, and anticipation will go through the roof. Updated Monday, January 5, 4:20 PM

Lions split double-dual meet against in-state rivals

The bouts were equally split, five to five, but it was bonus points that prevented the No. 15 Penn State wrestling team from sweeping its two matches of the afternoon. Updated Sunday, January 4, 10:33 PM

Lady Lions overpower Michigan, record season-high 50 rebounds in win

When Julia Trogele was taken out 11-and-a-half minutes into Sunday's game with three fouls, it seemed as though another Big Ten loss was imminent for the Penn State women's basketball team. Updated Sunday, January 4, 4:33 PM

Lions fall short in Madison

Marcus Landry matched his career-high of 23 points and silenced the second-half surge of the Nittany Lions with a thunderous dunk with 7.8 seconds to go as Wisconsin held off Penn State, 65-61, Saturday at the Kohl Center. Updated Saturday, January 3, 6:24 PM

Gymnasts look to gain experience

The music blared through the speakers as the Penn State men's gymnastics team hung around before practice. Updated Saturday, January 3, 3:58 PM

Photo Gallery: Rose Bowl Game, PSU vs. USC

Photos from before, during and after the 95th Rose Bowl. Penn State fell to USC, 38-24 Updated Saturday, January 3, 3:33 PM

Two quarterbacks face different futures

PASADENA, Calif. - Video camera lights illuminated USC quarterback Mark Sanchez in the USC locker room while Daryll Clark stood in relative darkness in the hallway outside of Penn State's. Updated Friday, January 2, 9:02 PM

Penn State secondary struggles against Sanchez, Trojan wide receivers

PASADENA, Calif. -- Sorting through an explanation for Penn State's issues defending USC's Mark Sanchez and the Trojans' passing attack brought back Abbott and Costello's "Who's on first?" skit. Updated Friday, January 2, 8:45 PM

Norwood hit hard, other Lions sustain injuries

PASADENA, Calif. - The first sound was a loud crack followed by boos from Penn State fans that cascaded down onto the Rose Bowl turf. Updated Friday, January 2, 7:46 PM

After grief-filled '08, Bowman looks toward new year

PASADENA, Calif. -- Navorro Bowman stood expressionless in front of a wall after the Rose Bowl, desperately trying to explain his latest loss. Updated Friday, January 2, 7:30 PM

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Girl Talk show brings repercussions for SOMA

Rushed planning for Thursday's Girl Talk show led to a rocky event and questions about the future of concerts at the HUB-Robeson Center. Updated Friday, December 12, 7:58 PM

Girl Talk show turned dance party

As the crowd waited for the Girl Talk show to start, several beach balls were thrown from the stage, keeping the crowd occupied. Pittsburgh rap group Grand Buffet opened with an extremely abbreviated set. The group tore through a number of shortened songs interspersed with some profanity and references to drug abuse. Updated Friday, December 12, 6:26 PM

Photo Gallery: Girl Talk

View photos from the free concert Girl Talk gave in the HUB last night.

Outlaws to present 'Charlie Brown Christmas'

Going from a two-dimensional film to a three-dimensional stage is the goal for Outlaws Playwright's Workshop in its production of A Charlie Brown Christmas at 2 and 4 p.m. Saturday in the Pavilion Theatre.

Up-and-coming artist to play term's last show

At age 20, singer-songwriter Charlotte Sometimes is advancing steadily through the ranks.

Ensemble presents gift of song in annual Christmas concert

In the spirit of the holidays, the choral ensemble Essence of Joy will present a gift to the Penn State community, but don't expect any ribbons or bows.

Professor's life takes unexpected turn toward literary, poetic world

Though he was a "chronic C-plus/B-minus" student in high school, English professor Patrick Cheney decided to pursue literature in college -- and has work in 15 publications to show for it.

HUB concert gets rough and rowdy

Students Organizing the Multiple Arts (SOMA) got more than it bargained for, including students with minor injuries, when Pittsburgh's Greg Gillis, a.k.a. Girl Talk, came to HUB Alumni Hall on Thursday.

Behind the scenes with Bride Wars

What lengths would you go to in order to have the perfect wedding? Bride Wars, starring Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway, examines this bridal Darwinism.

Behind the scenes of 'The Day the Earth Stood Still'

The Day the Earth Stood Still was first seen in 1951 as a sci-fi social commentary on the Cold War. This time around, the reinvention of the film is geared to provide commentary regarding present global issues.

Guns N' Roses triggers little

When I sat down to listen to and review Chinese Democracy, Guns N' Roses' obscenely long-awaited new album, I promised myself I was going to shut out all of the background noise and controversy that has surrounded the recording, touring and release of the album and simply focus on the music.

'Australia' epic full of clichés

Australia seems to have it all: two of the biggest stars in Hollywood, breath-taking, colorful shots of the Australian landscape and an epic, sweeping love story. Unfortunately, at almost three hours long, it lacks both an original script and the emotional impact to make it memorable.

'Folie à Deux'

Folie à Deux translates to "a madness shared by two."

'Plugged In'

Generation Y comprises about one-quarter of the United State's population, has the longest life expectancy and is demanding attention from the career world.

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Editorial: Study-in shows willingness to adapt

In October, the Chronicle of Higher Education published a column by Penn State President Graham Spanier titled "Is Campus Activism Dead -- or Just Misguided?"

Questions distract from last weeks at PSU

It happened multiple times over Thanksgiving break and it's bound to happen again during the upcoming holiday vacation.

Letter: Proceeds of drink tax should benefit EMS

Letter: To help football team, PSU should let Joe go

Letter: Branch students go to every home game too

Letter: Borough can cut back during tough times

Letter: Drivers can be aware of their surroundings

Letter: Students: Don't scalp your Rose Bowl ticket

Remembering simple lessons goes a long way

There's a sign on one of the Collegian bathroom walls that serves as a reminder of one of life's great lessons. It reads: "If you sprinkle when you tinkle, please be neat and wipe the seat."

Don't worry about not having answers

I'm riding in the back of my Dad's blue truck, sitting next to my Mom. My dad is driving and my sister is sitting up front. My mom is mad at me because she just found out I haven't been refrigerating my acidophilus (look it up).

A strong finish to this 4-year game

Finish strong," my dad told me one night after I threatened to quit my high school basketball team in the wake of a frustrating practice.

Memories temper stress of job search

Graduation is so bittersweet, especially for me.

Lessons learned from 'A Christmas Story'

Happy 25th birthday, Ralphie and friends.

Letter: Fraternity's style of hunting is acceptable and humane

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Bowl city offers variety of events, eateries, accommodations

Roses don't last a lifetime, but a Rose Bowl championship is forever.

Web sites provide study aid tools

As the end of the fall semester approaches, there is a slew of Web sites to help students prepare for their upcoming exams.

New phone fails to take the world by 'Storm'

And Verizon said, "Let there be Storm." And there was Storm.

Break chance for hometown flings

Jake Meyers said he plans to settle some unfinished business with high school classmates over Thanksgiving break.

Vibrator pulsates to students' music

As she scrolled through a list of songs, Zoe Lyristis said listening to Billy Joel just seemed wrong.

Selection not about physical similarity

Standing at a party, drink in hand, you survey the room, looking for the perfect girl.

Maki Yaki opens downtown

The interior of Maki Yaki looks like something out of Lost in Translation rather than the typical Japanese restaurants in State College.

Saxbys adds to local coffee choices

The Philadelphia-based chain Saxbys Coffee will move into the M&T Bank building, 234 E. College Ave., adding to the large number of coffee shops in the downtown State College area.

Study: Temperature affects interactions

Holding hot coffee is sure to warm hands and now research shows it may warm hearts.

Researchers find nuts reduce disease

Penn State researchers, in their first pistachio-involved study, found that for healthy eaters, a handful or two of pistachios per day can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Professor captures images of a cough

For decades, Penn State engineering professor Gary Settles has captured everyday images on film and made them extraordinary. And now the flu season's most common occurrence, the cough, has been published by The New England Journal of Medicine.

Wineries host tastings, events

As it gets later in the semester, students looking to escape the routine of downtown bars can travel to several close wineries for a different drinking experience.

Local farms offer variety of pumpkins

Rides provide opportunity for rural break

Hay, it's not just for horses.

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Eateries offer study break option

Students hungry for snacks during late-night study sessions have plenty of options in State College. Many downtown restaurants are open late into the night and offer plenty of variety for hungry students.

Energy Escalation: Students crave caffeine, sugary drinks during finals season

Julia Wilkinson normally drinks about four cups of coffee daily. But, as the semester winds down, her workload has increased, shooting her coffee consumption up to about 12 or 13 cups a day.

Students hunt for perfect study spot for finals

Ben Wygant's favorite study spot, next to a fireplace at Irving's Bagels on College Avenue, had an unusual way of helping him stay optimistic during finals week.

Steps taken to avoid ANGEL crash

A year after the ANGEL Course Management System crashed during finals week, Penn State's Information Technology Services (ITS) is taking multiple steps to ensure the site does not have degraded performance as students study this week.

Educational services offer tips for effective studying

Get your blue books ready: The semester is coming to a close, which means getting ready for break, completing final projects and studying for final exams.

Voices

"My worst finals experience came when everybody was finished finals and started to have a party one night and I had a final the next morning around 9 o'clock and I just couldn't study or sleep. It was terrible."

Bars offer deals for finals week

It's the most wonderful time of the year: Exams, presentations, papers -- and bar specials.

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Holiday gifts in the nick of time

Your endless final exams, multiple papers and tedious projects will soon finally come to an end.

Police offer tips to avoid break-ins over holidays

Coming back to school from winter break to find your laptop and iPod stolen and lockbox emptied is not a pretty sight.

Road safety improves

While many students head home for the holidays, common travel routes for students -- the Pennsylvania Turnpike, U.S. Route 322 and Interstate 99 -- experience some of their highest traffic flows of the year, said Ida Reams, safety press officer for PennDOT district 2.

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