A new link in the Centre Region’s bike and pedestrian path system is open for use. Developed by State College and Penn State, the North Gill Street shared-use path in the borough’s West End recently opened after being discussed for more than a decade. Tying into the regional bike path system, the connector at the top of North Gill Street allows travel on pathways from Penn State’s West Campus to Community Field near State High then linking to the Westerly Parkway and Orchard Park bike paths and on into Ferguson Township. “It is a great way to explore the Borough of State College,” State College Mayor Ron Filippelli said in a statement. “Our goal with this project is to increase the use of alternative forms of travel which help make our community healthier and more sustainable.”