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Colonials run away in second half for third straight home victory

Samuel Anthony and Samuel Anthony
November 29, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP -- It was a closely contested first half, but ultimately it was a second-half 19-0 run that jolted the Robert Morris Colonials (3-3) to a 76-56 victory over the Youngstown State Penguins (3-5). The win was Robert Morris' third straight victory at home. Robert...

As number of children diagnosed with autism rise, local theaters are trying to find a way to accommodate for their special needs.

Tull Family Theater hosts screenings for kids with special needs

Garret Roberts, Arts and Entertainment Assistant Editor
November 28, 2018

SEWICKLEY - For the majority of Americans, a trip to the movies can be fairly mundane. Having been to the theater countless times, the experience is usually only as memorable as the quality of the film or the taste of the popcorn. For the group who visited the Tull Family Theater...

Pedestrian fell, injured on Campus Drive

Gage Goulding, Assistant News Editor
November 27, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP - A pedestrian walking on Campus Drive Tuesday night was injured after they fell. The Robert Morris University Police Department told RMU Sentry Media that a young, unidentified male injured their back after falling in the middle of Campus Drive. The injury...

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Colonials offense explodes as men’s hockey wins their first Saturday game of season

Nick Hedderick and Nick Hedderick
November 25, 2018

ERIE, Pa. -- The Robert Morris men’s hockey team (5-6-1, 4-3-1 AHC) fired on all cylinders in their 7-1 win against the Mercyhurst Lakers (5-7-2, 3-4-1 AHC) on Saturday. This performance completed a series weekend sweep over the Lakers. During this series, the Colonials outscored...

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Colonials tie nationally ranked Cornell to end Thanksgiving series

Malyk Johnson and Malyk Johnson
November 24, 2018

PITTSBURGH -- The Robert Morris University Colonials (6-8-4, 4-1-1 CHA) were able to draw the No. 7 ranked Cornell University Big Red (6-1-4, 4-1-1 ECAC) in overtime with a score of 3-3. This comes after losing to Cornell 5-2 in the first game of the series on Friday night. Sophomore...

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Lock Haven University first state school to offer pet-friendly dorms

Gage Goulding, Assistant News Editor
November 24, 2018

LOCK HAVEN, Pa. -- Lock Haven University will become the first school in the Pennsylvania State System to offer a pet-friendly residence hall. The university announced that when students return from winter break to resume classes in 2019, some students will have their four-legged...

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Study: People who live in colder, darker climates drink more

Gage Goulding, Assistant News Editor
November 23, 2018

PITTSBURGH -- According to a new study released by UPMC, people who live in colder, darker climates drink more alcohol. The study conducted by the University of Pittsburgh Division of Gastroenterology states that people living in colder regions with less sunlight drink more...

Review: Ralph Breaks the Internet

Review: Ralph Breaks the Internet

Amanda Ebner, Contributor
November 22, 2018

Just in time for Thanksgiving, Disney has released another film for families to enjoy. This time, the November release is none other than "Ralph Breaks the Internet," a sequel to 2012’s "Wreck it Ralph." The new film follows Ralph, the good-natured “bad guy” of a retro...

Turkey Bowl: Football on Thanksgiving

Turkey Bowl: Football on Thanksgiving

Garret Roberts, Arts and Entertainment Assistant Editor
November 22, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP -- As we sit stuffed with turkey, minds full of gravy and mashed potatoes, the thought of moving from one spot seems to be the nemesis of the Thanksgiving spirit. With the tryptophan levels high and everyone feeling sleepy, people are making plans to go shopping...

RMU athletic director and softball head coach Dr. Craig Coleman is leaving RMU Athletics on Dec. 7th.

Dr. Coleman’s legacy as RMU’s softball coach

Delenn Poe and Delenn Poe
November 22, 2018

MOON TOWNSHIP-- After coaching the softball team and being the athletic director for Robert Morris, Dr. Craig Coleman has decided to step down from both positions at the end of the semester. Coleman started coaching the Robert Morris women’s softball team in 1991. During his...