September 9, 2026– Centre LifeLink EMT, Dan Muthler received the State College Sunrise Rotary 4-Way Test Award, among two local emergency responders from Alpha Fire Company, and Boalsburg Fire Company.

The “Four-Way Test” encompasses a test of the things we think, say or do, and include:

1. Is it the truth?
2. Is it fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Dan started his time with Centre LifeLink EMS as a member of the Special Operations Team.  He became and continues to be very involved with the Search & Rescue division as well as the Fire Rehab division.

Dan then began as an EMT in June 2025 and volunteered 420 hours as an EMT responding to 129 ambulance calls.  Through the first seven months of 2026 Dan has volunteered 558 hours responding responded to 110 calls. So, in just 14 months he has volunteered 998 hours.

In addition, Dan volunteers to instruct the Community CPR classes for LifeLink every Tuesday evening and is very active providing Public Relations/Stand-by services at 12 events in the past year such as Camp Cadet, Touch-a-Truck, Bike Rodeo and Pride Parade, YMCA Healthy Kids Day, fall festivals and school visits.

Dan serves on the EMR (Emergency Medical Response) team for his full-time employer Raytheon for 11+ years and has been a member of the Dunnstown Fire Company in Clinton County since his sophomore year of college.

He loves providing public service in his community and helping others.

Congratulations, Dan!

Left to right: Daniel Muthler of Centre LifeLink EMS, Chief Van Winter of Boalsburg Fire Company (accepting on behalf of Aly Bear), Janey Welsh of Alpha Fire Company, Rotary Club President Mike Majewski, and Program Chair Lam Hood.

One of only six services nation-wide to be accredited under new national standards.

September 1, 2026

State College, PA—Centre LifeLink EMS, of State College, has received re-accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services for its compliance with national standards of excellence. Centre LifeLink first became accredited by CAAS in 1999 and has undergone, and received, reaccreditations every three years since.

Centre LifeLink is just under 200 ambulance services in the country to successfully complete the voluntary review process which included completion of a comprehensive application and on-site review by national experts in emergency medical services (EMS). With this achievement, Centre LifeLink remains one of only six ambulance services to be accredited in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and one of only 200 nationwide. Centre LifeLink is proudly one of the first six agencies nationwide to be accredited under new Version 4.0 ANSI approved standards.

The Commission is a non-profit organization which was established to enourage and promote quality patient care in America’s medical transportation system. The primary focus of the Commission’s standards is high-quality patient care. This is accomplished by establishing national standards which not only address the delivery of patient care, but also the ambulance service’s total operation and its relationships with other agencies, the general public, and the medical community. The Commission’s standards often exceed state or local licensing requirements.

Centre LifeLink’s Board President, Meg Clouser said accreditation “represents our firm commitment  to our patients and community. We continuously strive to do our best and we viewed accreditation as another step toward excellence.”

Additionally, Scott Rawson, Executive Director for Centre LifeLink said, “It’s hard to imagine that 27 years have passed since our initial CAAS accreditation. Centre LifeLink has reached so many achievements and we continue to grow and improve each year and CAAS is a big part of our success.”

For more information on the Commission, or Centre LifeLink EMS, please visit www.centrelifelink.com, or email Marketing Manager, Lauren Shurgalla at Lshurgalla@centrelifelink.com.

Left-right: Shannon Stephens (CAAS), Dr. Sharon Mace (CAAS), Scott Rawson (Centre LifeLink Executive Director), Jacob Knable (Centre LifeLink Paramedic), Jonathan Janocko (Centre LifeLink Financial Officer), Kent Knable (Centre LifeLink EMS Chief)

May 13, 2026– Centre County Commissioners presented Centre LifeLink, and other local ambulance services, with a Proclamation for EMS Week, which will be celebrated May 17-23rd.

This marks the 52nd annual observance to honor EMTs, paramedics, and emergency medical personnel. The 2026 theme is “Improving Outcomes, Together,” focusing on collaboration, clinical excellence, and the crucial role EMS plays within the healthcare system.

For more information on EMS Week, please go to: https://emsweek.org/

or email Lauren Shurgalla at Lshurgalla@centrelifelink.com

We are incredibly grateful to our generous supporters who donated during Centre Gives. Our donors contributed over $25,000. These funds will be used to support our capital improvement projects, as well as to replace life-saving equipment on our ambulances.

Didn’t get to donate during Centre Gives? You can make a donation to Centre LifeLink EMS online here.

January 21, 2026– Centre LifeLink Paramedic Josh Messing completed the Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania’s (AAP) Leadership Development Academy. The 4-month training invites EMS providers to participate in courses ranging from legal matters in EMS, to effective leadership in emergency services; ultimately, encompassing a broad range of skills to educate leadership professionals in the industry.

Josh is the first member from Centre LifeLink EMS to complete the AAP’s program and when asked how he will apply these leadership tools and information in his role at LifeLink, he replied, “After 20 years at Centre LifeLink EMS including 11 serving as a Deputy Chief, I completed the Leadership Development Academy to better serve our community, support our dedicated staff, and help strengthen EMS as a whole. This experience reflects a commitment to continuous growth and a desire to advance my career so I can contribute even more effectively to the service I’m proud to be part of.”

For more information on the Ambulance Association of Pennsylvania and their Leadership Development Academy, please visit: https://aa-pa.org/

Questions or inquiries should be sent to Centre LifeLink’s Marketing Manager, Lauren Shurgalla at Lshurgalla@centrelifelink.com

STATE COLLEGE, PA (October 15, 2025) — Centre LifeLink EMS was awarded the top grant of $14,000 at the Centre Foundation’s Giving Circle event, on Tuesday, October 14^th. These funds will be used to purchase the final items needed to fully license an eighth ambulance.

Three non-profits presented their projects to Giving Circle members, who pool their resources to make a greater impact in Centre County. After members voted on pitches and presentations, Centre LifeLink EMS received the top grant of $14,000 to help fully license a new ambulance, Sleep in Heavenly Peace received $8,500 to provide beds for children in need and Centre Volunteers in Medicine received $5,000 to enhance diagnostic testing for uninsured patients.

Centre LifeLink EMS will purchase the final two pieces of equipment needed to fully license a new ambulance: a Stair Pro Stair Chair and an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Once licensed, the new vehicle will expand emergency response capacity throughout the Centre Region. “This ambulance will become our eighth in the fleet, allowing us to better serve our community’s increasing need for service.” said Scott Rawson, Executive Director of Centre LifeLink EMS.

For more information on the event, please visit: www.centrefoundation.org

September 17, 2025– After careful monitoring and much deliberation by our Administrative Team and Board of Directors, we have decided to discontinue our non-emergency van service, effective September 30, 2025.

Our van service was implemented in 1998 after recognizing a growing need for non-emergency transportation in the Centre Region. In the last 5 years, our transport volume has decreased significantly, and we are no longer able to financially support the service.

We have valued our patients and families who have trusted their care to our incredible non-emergency van attendants.

Our staff is available by phone at (814) 231-8988, if there are any questions, or need for assistance in transitioning to an alternative transportation service.

Thank you,

Centre LifeLink EMS Administration and Board of Directors

September 10, 2025- Three first responders in Centre County were presented with an award Wednesday from the State College Sunshine Rotary Club.

Vincent Agusto of the Alpha Fire Company, Kaitlyn Alters of Centre Life Link EMS and Jonathan Fellin of the Boalsburg Fire Company all won the Rotary’s Four Way Test Award.

The Four-Way Test Award, presented to local emergency service volunteers, recognizes local fire and ambulance volunteers within the State College area whose daily volunteer activities epitomize the “Four-Way Test”.

The “Four-Way Test” encompasses a test of the things we think, say or do, and include:

1. Is it the truth?
2. Is it fair to all concerned?
3. Will it build goodwill and better friendships?
4. Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Watch the three recipients receive their awards here.

July 1, 2025—Centre LifeLink EMS is now an accredited EMS Education Institute under the Pennsylvania Department of Health, Bureau of EMS. This will allow Centre LifeLink to offer EMS certification courses, such as Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), entirely in-house. After offering EMT courses onsite for many years, while partnering with neighboring training centers, Centre LifeLink will be offering its first in-house EMT course this fall, beginning August 26th.

Ambulance services across Pennsylvania and the nation continue to face critical staffing shortages and inadequate reimbursement rates. By offering this course multiple times each year, Centre LifeLink aims to be part of the solution. With a strong emphasis on high-quality, hands-on training and education, Centre LifeLink is committed to preparing the next generation of skilled, professional EMS providers.

The EMT course is offered loosely around Penn State’s academic calendar (spring, summer, and fall semesters) and is held at Centre LifeLink’s Main Station on Puddintown Road in State College. Registration for the Fall EMT class is currently open and is expected to fill up quickly. More information can be found at www.centrelifelink.com or by emailing Program Director Brandon McMinn at bmcminn@centrelifelink.com.