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Peacekeepers replace crucifix smashed by soldier

BEIRUT — Houssam Naddaf said no words could capture the shock of seeing an Israeli soldier smash a crucifix in his family’s private garden in the southern Lebanese village of Debel — an image he recognized instantly as it spread online. “I saw it on the internet like everyone else,” ...

East Broad Top archivist to speak at railroad museum

The Railroaders Memorial Museum will host its fourth guest speaker Friday, May 8, as part of its “Along the Broadway: Historical Lecture Series in 2026.” Julie Fether, archivist at the East Broad Top Railroad, will speak on “Celebrating five years of EBT Archives & Special Collections.” Guests will learn about the EBT’s 5,000 linear feet of archives and see some items from their collections. The lecture, held in the Seidel Auditorium on the first floor, starts at 7 p.m. with doors opening at 6 p.m. Admission is $5; seating is limited. Snacks and drinks will be available for ...

Community Day planned

Mount Nittany Health, 164 Greenview Drive, State College, will host its annual Community Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 2. The free, family-friendly event will include interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences that bring health and wellness to life. From engaging games to educational opportunities, Community Day offers something for all ages. Last year’s event drew more than 500 people, including more than 200 children. Face painting will be offered this year, along with a health snack spinning wheel and a caricature artist. Other features include: - ...

Tyrone rider wins national title

A Grier School student recently reigned in a national title in her class at the 2026 Interscholastic Equestrian Association National Finals. Avery Wright, 12, of Tyrone competed against the nation’s top riders on April 25 in the Future Beginner Walk Trot Canter division at the National ...

Civil War weekend planned

The Bellefonte Historical and Cultural Association will host its second annual Civil War weekend May 1-3 at various locations around Bellefonte. The event will include lectures by 10 scholars, guided tours of the Union Cemetery, a large sale of Civil War books, an encampment of Civil War reenactors, a dramatic presentation of a powerful article written by Frederick Douglas urging Congress to give Black men the vote, a book exhibit, a Civil War memorabilia exhibit at the Historical Museum and an interfaith religious service. All programs, demonstrations and exhibits are free. The ...