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New President announced for the Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania

Evelyn Luthringer
November 9, 2021

The new president of The Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania, Nick Vizzoca, was appointed this week. He will begin his time as president on Dec. 1. According to The Healthcare Council of Western Pennsylvania, Vizzoca was chosen for his “operational experience and...

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Police Blotter 10/12/21-10/18/21

Evelyn Luthringer, Contributor
October 29, 2021

10/12/21: Missing Property: A student stopped by the Barry Center to report their weightlifting belt missing from the NAC Rec Center. Officers began reviewing the cameras. This incident was turned over to the Detective for further review. This case is closed.   10/12/21:...

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.

Sun Country Airlines announces new service to Pittsburgh International Airport

Alexis Davis
October 26, 2021

PITTSBURGH - On Oct. 19th, Sun Country Airlines announced that they will begin service to Pittsburgh International Airport from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. The service will begin on June 2nd, 2022 with introductory fares as low as $69 one way. The new flight...

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Allegheny County detects its second case of the West Nile Virus

Terryaun Bell
October 21, 2021

PITTSBURGH – Mosquitoes are pesky, and what's worse is they can carry the West Nile virus. A man in McKees Rocks contracted Allegheny County's second case of virus and is currently recovering in his home. Mosquitoes become infected with the West Nile virus by feeding on...

A single car drives over the Roberto Clemente Bridge. Photo Date: March 29, 2019) Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Gage Goulding)

Pittsburgh awarded $500,000 in grants for citywide, community investments

Terryaun Bell
October 20, 2021
Pittsburgh awarded $500,000 in grants for citywide investments
Robert Morris' University's Beautiful Nicholson Center on a pleasant April day. 
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Center for Innovation & Outreach to host town hall

Evelyn Luthringer
October 19, 2021

The Center for Innovation & Outreach is hosting a town hall meeting. Any RMU student who is interested in attending is welcome to come. Those who feel underrepresented are encouraged to attend. Dr. Anthony Robins, an Associate Professor of Biology in SEMS and D&I Coordinator...

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Police Blotter 10/05/21-10/11/21

Evelyn Luthringer
October 16, 2021

10/05/21: Suspicious Vehicle Check: A student reported a vehicle door open in the Patrick Henry lot. Officers responded and located the vehicle. It was determined that the seatbelt caused the door not to close. The door was closed and the vehicle secured. The case is closed.   10/05/21:...

Moon Township Police

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Allegheny County Police Department to participate in Drug Take-Back Day

Angelie Bartholomew, Contributor
October 12, 2021

PITTSBURGH- The Allegheny County Police Department will be participating in National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Oct. 23. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) has hosted this bi-annual event for years, making this the 21st year. This event gives people the opportunity...

The Highmark Building in Downtown Pittsburgh peaks out from behind the Roberto Clemente Bridge. Photo Date: March 29, 2019 Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Gage Goulding)

City of Pittsburgh proposes to purchase senior center

Evelyn Luthringer
October 12, 2021

The City of Pittsburgh has proposed to purchase of the West End Healthy Active Living Center on 80 Wabash Street. It is currently managed by the city through a $60,000 annual lease with Smith & Bowen according to the city's website. Under the new proposal, the building...

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9/29/21-10/04/21 Police Blotter

Evelyn Luthringer
October 8, 2021

9/29/2021- Departmental Information: A student reported their microwave was on fire in Yorktown Hall. Officers responded but the smoke had dissipated. RMU Maintenance was notified to ventilate the room. The case is closed.   9/29/21- Fire Alarm-Smoke Detector Activated:...