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Pittsburgh ranked among the top cities for millennials

Lauryn Dudley, Contributor
March 8, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP - Millennials tend to gravitate toward cities due to a surplus of jobs, nightlife and other interesting activities for them. Based on data from the U.S Census, FBI, BLS and other sources, Niche outlines some of the best cities to settle down in if you are looking...

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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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Women’s basketball closes season out with win over Saint Francis

Luke Yost and Luke Yost
March 7, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- With just a little over four minutes remaining, the Robert Morris Colonials (19-10, 16-2) were clinging to a slim four-point lead, 54-50, against in-state conference foe Saint Francis (14-16, 11-7). Then the hero of their last clash took control. Nina Augustin...

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DeSmet, Quaranta send Colonials to CHA championship

Adam Melluso and Adam Melluso
March 7, 2019

BUFFALO, N.Y. -- The Robert Morris women's hockey team defeated Penn State on Thursday to move on to the CHA championship game. They will take on the Syracuse Orange at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The opening period started and finished as a fierce stalemate with neither side wanting...

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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...

MOON TOWNSHIP -- Josh Williams drives to the hoop against Saint Francis Brooklyn on March 6, 2019 (Tim Kelly/RMU Sentry Media). Josh Williams had a game-high 21 points on the night.

Men’s basketball ties third largest comeback in program history to win in overtime

Logan Carney and Logan Carney
March 6, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- In the first ever playoff game in the history of the North Athletic Complex, the Robert Morris Colonials (17-15, 11-7 NEC) defeated the Terriers of Saint Francis Brooklyn (17-15, 9-9 NEC) in overtime by the score of 69-65. The Colonials came back after being...

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Road To Buffalo: 2019 CHA tournament preview

Nick Hedderick and Nick Hedderick
March 6, 2019

BUFFALO, N.Y. — It is hard to believe, but the college hockey season is quickly approaching the finish line. This week will be the College Hockey America (CHA) Tournament. This tournament will take place at the HarborCenter in Buffalo, New York. The Robert Morris women’s...

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Preview: 2019 men’s basketball NEC tournament

Matt Kurtik and Matt Kurtik
March 6, 2019

MOON TOWNSHIP -- The Northeast Conference (NEC) playoffs begin this Wednesday and four teams are slated to host the first round of games. The tournament will go through Loretto as St. Francis (PA) was rewarded the No. 1 seed after the conclusion of the NEC regular season this...

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...