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Soaring over the top of Mount Nittany, a bald eagle surveys the landmark that has stood the test of time for more than 100 years. The Mt. Nittany Overlook Event Center has the best view of the rolling terrain of Penns Valley, and the eagle swoops in to see who is standing in the parking lot near the blooming flower beds. Mt. Nittany Overlook Event Center sits atop Mount Nittany (aka Centre Hall mountain) between Centre Hall and Pleasant Gap. Visitors walking into the building find a reception desk, on this day staffed by Kit Henshaw. “I like to watch the hawks fly by,” she said as she walked to the back porch to show off the peak mid-October foliage from the top. “When I have time to sit and watch them, that is,” she added, smiling. As co-owner of the property with her husband, Harrison Schailey, Henshaw spends much of her time in her office, on the computer, responding to booking requests and making plans for parties that are booked into 2027: weddings, retirements, training sessions, memorial services, all the hallmarks of life. The Mt. Nittany Overlook Event Center is for sale . The historic property has cycled through
The Hublersburg Inn’s nine gold wins this year reflect a culture of care that creates an atmosphere, menu, and dining experience that have built a long-time loyal community of customers and that continue to draw new visitors. Praised by guests as “outstanding, from appetizer to dessert,” the restaurant boasts imaginative and perfectly executed dishes, house-made hot sauces, and decadent desserts.
Pennsylvania rock band to perform in Hershey
Toss a slice of bread to the geese at a Pennsylvania state park, and you’ve broken a rule. Here’s which animals you can’t feed, where the rules apply and why feeding backfires on the animals and on you. Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Wildlife...
A million Christmas lights and a chance to win $1,000 make this Pennsylvania holiday tradition more than an ordinary drive through festive decorations. Somewhere along the route are the favorite holiday displays of a reindeer named Loco, and spotting them could lead to a cash prize. I can’t imagine how...
Some nights the stove can wait, and a booth with a hot plate of turkey and mashed potatoes sounds a lot better than doing dishes. Pennsylvania has a deep bench of diners that still take dinner seriously, from chrome classics near Philly to small-town counters in coal country. This list...
A non-profit animal rescue based in Centre County is doing its part to combat the overwhelming stray cat population in central Pennsylvania. Hope’s Dream Rescue and Sanctuary volunteer Karen Grubb said, “There are a lot of cats in the area that need help. Here in central Pennsylvania, we don’t have feral dog colonies, but there’s feral cats everywhere. Many more than people actually realize.”
Ready to discover the best mom-and-pop diners in Pennsylvania?. These 9 diners serve up comfort food and good old-fashioned hospitality that’ll keep you coming back!. 1. Route 30 Diner (Ronks) Tucked along Lincoln Highway in Lancaster County, the Route 30 Diner is the kind of place that makes you...
When the first snow hits Pennsylvania, a lot of people stop cooking and start heading to their favorite diner booth. Cold months call for hot coffee, big plates of home fries, and soups that taste like someone’s grandmother made them. The six diners on this list stretch from Erie...
The Pennsylvania Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026 results for each game:. Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Pick 2 numbers from Nov. 3 drawing. Day: 4-5, Wild: 1. Evening: 0-2, Wild: 2. Check...
Some towns earn their reputation with billboards and marketing budgets, and some towns earn it with a slice of shoofly pie that ruins every other dessert you’ll ever eat. Intercourse, Pennsylvania is firmly in the second category. Tucked into the rolling farmland of Lancaster County, this small Amish community...
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (WTAJ) — A limited-edition ice cream flavor is rolling into the Berkey Creamery to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Penn State Bike Den. The flavor takeover “Sweet Cycle Strawberry” is made with ripe strawberries and vanilla ice cream. “The Creamery and the Bike Den are both part of what makes University […]
Grass roots in your yard keep working long after the mower goes back in the shed. The blades slow down in the cold, but the roots stay busy until the soil drops to around 40 degrees. That hidden shift opens a short window in late fall. Turf experts at Penn...
There’s a place in Pennsylvania where the mountains fold into each other like a giant green quilt, and the river below looks like it was painted there on purpose. Worlds End State Park in Forksville is that place, and it’s been quietly stealing hearts for a very long time.
The Pennsylvania Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Monday, Nov. 2, 2026 results for each game:. Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Pick 2 numbers from Nov. 2 drawing. Day: 2-8, Wild: 8. Evening: 2-6, Wild: 5. Check Pick...
Pennsylvania has adopted new animal-testing restrictions requiring eligible animals to be offered a chance at adoption after experiments conclude, giving them a route from laboratory facilities into homes. Here's what to know. Gov. Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 381, the Beagle Bill, into law as Act 92 of 2026 after...
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is preparing to launch a reimagined community fishing program in 2027, learning from the failures of similar efforts that collapsed in the early 1980s. The new community fishing initiative is designed to start with eight waters across the state — one in each of...
Hunters should focus on areas with abundant food sources like acorns, especially before bears hibernate for the winter. Early season harvests in 2026 are slightly ahead of last year, with over 1,300 bears taken so far. The upcoming regular firearms season runs from Nov. 21-24, with extended seasons available in...
Holiday visits and hunting trips mean new places, open doors, and lots of excitement for your dog. A quick check of your dog’s license, tags, and microchip records can make a big difference if your pup wanders off. Think of it as a friendly tune-up before you hit the...
A one-mile trail through the remnants of a historic Girl Scout camp will open to the public next week, allowing hikers to walk through more than four decades of camping history in Rothrock State Forest. The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Bureau of Forestry said in a news...
