Mark Shubin

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You have the right to remain nude

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

PLEASANT GAP, Pa. — As an American, you have the right to mow your lawn in the nude, a state superior court has ruled. (more…)

Violent past of US Army’s torturer-in-chief

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

The US Army soldier featured in the torture pictures that shamed America has a track record of violence, it was claimed last night. (more…)

Serrano’s death cited in hearing of August fight

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

A 24-year-old man cited for disorderly conduct, public drunkenness and harassment said at his hearing on Friday that he was beaten and restrained by All American Rathskeller employees in a way similar to that which led to the death of Penn State student Salvador Peter Serrano in October.
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Judge reduces charges in case

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

The First Amendment debate surrounding The Daily Collegian photographer Michael Felletter’s charges in connection with the Oct. 25 riot spilled over into a Centre County courtroom Wednesday, months after the charges were first filed.
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Judge rejects charge against PSU activist

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

STATE COLLEGE — A judge has dropped a criminal-mischief citation against a Penn State student activist, citing a lack of evidence from the university police department. (more…)

UPPER PERK POLICE SETTLE CIVIL SUIT BY RED HILL FAMILY

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

HELEN AND JOHN BURNS WILL GET AN UNDISCLOSED AMOUNT TO DROP CLAIM. (more…)

Underage drinkers target of Conti bill

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

Prosecuting underage drinkers in Pennsylvania will be a little easier if Gov. Tom Ridge signs the legislation unanimously passed Monday in the state House of Representatives. (more…)

The writing on the wall

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

Although an extensive debate between Penn State Judicial Affairs and Olivia Guevara ended last week, the motives behind her prosecution are still being questioned. (more…)

Soldiers reach plea bargain in beating: Two men get credit for time served, will deploy to Iraq.

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

Soldiers reach plea bargain in beating: Two men get credit for time served, will deploy to Iraq. (more…)

Serrano’s death cited in hearing of August fight

Wednesday, March 11th, 2009

A 24-year-old man cited for disorderly conduct, public drunkenness and harassment said at his hearing on Friday that he was beaten and restrained by All American Rathskeller employees in a way similar to that which led to the death of Penn State student Salvador Peter Serrano in October. (more…)