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Pens Pointers #6

Anthony DeSimone, Staff Writer
December 8, 2014

The Pittsburgh Penguins, though battered and bruised, are showcasing their resilience and rebounding abilities once again after defeating the Ottawa Senators this Saturday 3-2. The Penguins are currently struggling with a variety of injuries this season. As of...

Steel Curtain Sessions: Defense Fails Again (Week 13)

Josh Herzing, Contributor
December 3, 2014

Yes, I am back after a bye week for the Steelers and yes, I am once again let down. The Steelers lost a key home game down the stretch against the Saints 35-32 Sunday and it was just an all around horrid performance by the defense. The Steelers use to be very well known for their...

Pens pointers #5

Anthony Desimone, Staff Reporter
December 2, 2014

The Pittsburgh Penguins managed to grind out a win against the Carolina Hurricanes this past Saturday to end the month of November on a winning note. The Pens finished with a record of (10-3-1) in the month of November, which improves their overall record to (16-5-2). This strong...

‘Round about Pittsburgh: U.S. Steel To Build New Headquarters

Mike Funyak, Staff Writer
November 26, 2014

After rumors circulated about a possible city relocation or that the company was eying the former Civic Arena site, U.S. Steel, the Pittsburgh Penguins, and the City of Pittsburgh have confirmed U.S. Steel will remain in Pittsburgh. The announcement was made Monday, November...

Pens Pointers #4

Anthony DeSimone, Staff Reporter
November 24, 2014

The March of the Penguins has once again come to a crashing halt this weekend as they failed to win either of their games against the New York Islanders. The Penguins lost Friday night 5-4 in a shootout in Pittsburgh and then lost again Saturday night 4-1 in New York. Though...

Gayso and company making mark early

Audrey Gardner, Staff Reporter
November 20, 2014

Over the last few years, goaltending hasn’t been a problem for the RMU ACHA DI hockey team. During the 2013-14 campaign, head coach Michael Joseph utilized three of its four and this year he is splitting time between three net minders. The team had an interesting combination...

Steel Curtain Sessions: 4th Quarter Push Saves Steelers (Week 11)

Josh Herzing, Contributor
November 19, 2014

The Steelers came very close to laying another egg against a mediocre Titans team on Monday night, but they managed to pull out the win with some late-game heroics. They blew an early two-score lead they had, which consisted of a field goal and pick six on the Titan’s first...

‘Round about Pittsburgh: GE To Build Facility In Findlay Township

Mike Funyak, Staff Writer
November 19, 2014

On November 12, General Electric (NYSE: GE) announced plans to build a new advanced manufacturing facility in nearby Findlay Township. Construction for the facility, which will cost $32 million, is set to begin in March 2015 and will be completed in September 2015. General...

Pens pointers #3

Anthony DeSimone, Staff Reporter
November 18, 2014

The Pittsburgh Penguins showcased their ability to rebound this weekend after their dismal loss to the New York Rangers last Tuesday night in New York. The Penguins seven game winning streak and span of consecutive penalty kills came to an abrupt end last Tuesday night when...

‘Round about Pittsburgh: Koppers Names New President & CEO

Mike Funyak, Staff Writer
November 14, 2014

Koppers Holding Inc., headquartered in Downtown Pittsburgh, announced on Friday November 1 that the company has appointed Leroy Ball, President and CEO January 1, 2015 succeeding current President and CEO Walt Turner. Walt Turner was elected President and CEO of Koppers in...