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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 Universitys 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:...

Bridges and buildings in Downtown Pittsburgh reflect off the citys mirror-like rivers on an early spring morning. Photo Date: March 29, 2019 Photo Credit: (RMU Sentry Media/Gage Goulding) Photo credit: Gage Goulding

Over $7.1 million added to reinvestment fund for community investments in the Middle and Upper Hill District

Julia Wasielewski
September 27, 2021

PITTSBURGH - The Greater Hill District Neighborhood Reinvestment Fund has received an initial capitalized payment of over $7.1 million development partners on the Lower Hill development site. The announcement was made by the City of Pittsburgh, City Councilman R. Daniel Lavelle,...

City life remains active during social distancing, with many using the nice day to get exercise with pets. March 22, 2020. Pittsburgh, PA.

How the JFCS creates new lives for refugees in Pittsburgh

John Blinn
September 15, 2021

PITTSBURGH -- With violence and chaos erupting in Afghanistan, citizens of the country are looking for a safe haven. One local organization has been helping refugees find a home in Pittsburgh and is currently creating a lifeline for Afghans who are fleeing the violence. Starting...

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Unpack U announces second annual mental wellness project competition

Kaelei Whitlatch
September 3, 2021

Mental health is an important topic among college students, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to Active Minds, a nonprofit promoting mental health for young adults, thirty-nine percent of college students report experiencing having a significant mental health...

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Police Blotter 8/24/2021-8/30/2021

September 3, 2021

8/24/21: 911 Hang Up Calls- RMU Police received a 911 hang up call from the UPMC Events Center. Officer responded and located a staff member working in the ticket office. They accidentally dialed 911. - The case was closed. 8/24/2021: Fire Alarm-False Alarm- Guardian Protection...