Beloved Duquesne PA announcer, Dom Errico, dies at age 42

Adam Lindner | Sports Editor March 25, 2021 Known as the voice of Duquesne athletics, Dom Errico spent his offseason doing what he does best: helping others. “He was a courier at Giant Eagle, assisting individuals that [were] high-risk during the pandemic with delivering their groceries,” said Zac Weiss, a friend of Errico’s and a Pittsburgh sports journalist. “He was one of the first that … Continue reading Beloved Duquesne PA announcer, Dom Errico, dies at age 42

Duquesne students raise funds to combat Somalian famine

Raymond Arke | Asst. News Editor A dire United Nations report showed more than half the population of Somalia is in danger of starvation, and Duquesne students half a world away are helping out. Cynthia Umutoni, a sophomore international business and finance major, and Aminata Soko, a senior accounting major, are running a fundraiser to benefit struggling Somalis. The money goes to the American Refugee … Continue reading Duquesne students raise funds to combat Somalian famine

Randyland founders benefit from fundraiser

Raymond Arke | Asst. News Editor Randyland, a full-sized house located at 1501 Arch Street on the North Side that serves as an art exhibit, is a staple for people visiting Pittsburgh or a weekend activity for Duquesne students. Now, people are giving back to Randy Gilson, the owner, in a time of need. Last year, Gilson found out that his partner of 23 years, … Continue reading Randyland founders benefit from fundraiser

Some one bill away from financial ruin

By: Rebekah Devorak | Opinions Editor Anyone who spent the last week dreaming about how the unimaginable $1.5 billion Powerball jackpot could change their lives forever probably came away with visions of yachts, mansions and glimmering diamonds. But for most Americans, winning a meager $1,000 would be a monumental blessing. In a December 2015 survey conducted by Bankrate.com, researchers found that 63 percent of Americans … Continue reading Some one bill away from financial ruin