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RMU Sentry Media

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Pittsburgh begins first ‘Clean Construction’ project

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
March 8, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh is participating in clean construction for the first time. Beginning in May, the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure will be reconstructing the McFarren Street Bridge with “Clean Construction” guidelines. "This project allows the City...

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Pittsburgh Zoo community mourns the death of sea lion Zoey

Gage Goulding, News Editor
March 7, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium community is mourning the loss of their sea lion, Zoey. On Feb. 27 the zoo sent a statement on the passing of the 24-year-old animal. According to zoo officials, Zoey was diagnosed with oral squamous cell carcinoma in 2018. Zoey...

Conceptual renderings of the new terminal at Pittsburgh International Airport and are subject to change. Renderings courtesy of Gensler + HDR in association with luis vidal + architects.

Pittsburgh International Airport to receive updates and modernizations

John Blinn, Assistant News Editor
March 7, 2019

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh International Airport is expected to receive a makeover and modernization. On Feb. 20, the Allegheny County Airport Authority revealed a new plan that they believe will match the changing needs of passengers and the travel industry. The Terminal...

"POLICE BLOTTER" in white lettering over top of a black background. There are two baby blue circles and a red circle behind the end of "BLOTTER"

Police Blotter 2/27/19- 3/5/19

March 6, 2019

2/27/19- Trouble Alarm- Officers dispatched to Yorktown Hall for smoke alarm, upon arrival Officers found NO problem. Maintenance notified (closed). 2/27/19- Departmental Information- Counseling Center requesting Officers for welfare check on student, Officers located student...

Snow, slush and wet roads were the story of the day in Moon Township and across much of the Pittsburgh region. Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Gage Goulding)

AAA tips and suggestions to help motorists stay safe this winter

Jess Zaccarelli, Contributor
March 6, 2019
Winter can be a dangerous time to be on the road. AAA wants drivers to know the risks of driving in inclement weather and be prepared in the case of an emergency.
MOON TOWNSHIP -- Joey DelSardo talks to students at Robert Morris (Tyler Gallo/RMU Sentry Media).

Former University of Pittsburgh football player Joey DelSardo tells his story

Tyler Gallo, Contributor
March 5, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Last Thursday night, Joey DelSardo, former University of Pittsburgh wide receiver, came to Robert Morris University's Hopwood Hall to tell his life story about his battle with addiction. From having the No. 1 play of the week on SportsCenter to stealing from...

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Study: WalletHub announces the most diverse cities in 2019

Soundharjya Babu, Contributor
March 5, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - WalletHub compared more than 500 cities to find out more about America’s current cultural profile. The cities are graded on a 100-point scale, with a score of 100 showing the highest diversity in an area. The five most ethnically diverse cities are listed...

RMU family members share their experience from Venezuela

Garret Roberts, Assistant Arts and Entertainment Editor
March 4, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP — While many are following the political conflict in Venezuela, their engagement usually only lasts as long as the story appears on the evening news. For Robert Morris University student Maria Calcano, however, Venezuela is not just an exotic nation that is facing...

Plungers jump into the cold water during the 2019 Pittsburgh Polar Plunge. Photo Credit: (Flickr/Special Olympics Pennsylvania)

Pittsburgh was ‘Freezin’ For a Reason’ all for a good cause

Adelyn Berdine, Contributor
March 3, 2019

PITTSBURGH - Despite the low water temperature of 28 degrees and air temperatures of 42 degrees, the Pittsburgh Polar Plunge was a great success. The event was presented by Law Enforcement for Special Olympics PA and took place outside of Heinz Field. Pre-plunge activities...

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Second flu death reported in Allegheny Co., officials encourage immunizations

Gage Goulding, News Editor
March 3, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Allegheny County Health Department has released that another person has died due to the flu. Officials said in a statement to the media that this is the second flu death this season. A male in his mid-70s has died due to flu complications, according...