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Best-selling local author Marie Benedict releases new book

Emma Polen | features editor Jan. 27, 2022 Pittsburgh-born author Heather Marie Terrell, also known by her pen name Marie Benedict, released her newest novel, “Her Hidden Genius,” on Tuesday.  According to Benedict’s author website, “Her Hidden Genius” is “about the brilliant British scientist Rosalind Franklin who discovered the structure of DNA but whose research was used without her permission by Crick and Watson to … Continue reading Best-selling local author Marie Benedict releases new book

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Look local and support small business

Mary Liz Flavin | news editor Dec. 2, 2021 In the shadow of national chains and big box stores are small businesses, tucked away in shopping plazas and strip malls. While these businesses face pressure from outside competition as well as the growing market and demand from online shopping, they can become easily overlooked. However, small businesses offer more interpersonal connections as well as products … Continue reading Look local and support small business

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Pittsburgh New Works Festival held at DU

09/05/2019 By Kellen Stepler  Duquesne University’s Genesius Theater is home to Duquesne’s Red Masquers, the Spotlight Musical Theater Company and the Mary Pappert School of Music. And now, it’s home to the Pittsburgh New Works Festival (PNWF) in the festival’s 29th year. For the past six years, the event was held at Carnegie Stages. The festival showcases one-act plays, varying between 15 and 45 minutes … Continue reading Pittsburgh New Works Festival held at DU

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Farmers markets thrive as seasons change

Krystina Primack | Staff Writer 09/13/2018 With several days of September now behind us, the official beginning of fall is fast approaching. Although we’ve had quite a bit of disparity between the recent muggy summer forecasts and the much-anticipated arrival of autumn weather, the varying temperatures still haven’t discouraged members of our community from visiting the city’s numerous farmers markets. Traditionally beginning in mid-May and … Continue reading Farmers markets thrive as seasons change

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New Indian restaurant offers traditional flavor and charm

02/22/2018 By Shivani Gosai | Opinions Editor Move over Chipotle, Indian barbecue is coming to take your place. Choolaah opened its doors Friday, Jan. 26 in East Liberty, near Oakland. Co-founders Raji Sankar and Randhir Sethi debuted an Indian eatery that prides itself on fresh, healthy food. Choolaah focuses on bringing a casual, fast approach to traditional Indian dishes, and that is exactly what they’ve … Continue reading New Indian restaurant offers traditional flavor and charm

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Duquesne University intern involved in farming initiative

02/15/2018 By Sean Armstrong | Staff Writer The Hilltop Alliance is aiming to right the wrongs of the past with their Hilltop Urban Farm Project. Since the turn of the 20th century, economic growth and urbanization have exploded. A paper entitled “Urbanization and its implications for food and farming” has addressed the impact that rapid economic growth has had over the past century and what … Continue reading Duquesne University intern involved in farming initiative

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Forward Fashion: Dress to Impress

02/08/2018 By Anna Walnoha | Staff Writer Some say it’s what’s on the that inside truly matters, but when the time comes to find a job or internship, your appearance matters quite a bit. Afterall, a polished ensemble can say a thousand words for a person before they even introduce themselves. Two women from Duquesne tell all from their personal experiences with interviews and meetings. … Continue reading Forward Fashion: Dress to Impress

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Hill District’s Black History

Madeline Bartos | Staff Writer 02/08/2018 CORRECTION: An earlier version of this article incorrectly states that The August Wilson Center is owned by the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust. It has been updated to rectify this mistake. From the 1920s to 1940s, the Hill District was a place of thriving culture, producing some of the highest literature, art, jazz and a vibrant nightlife. Just down the street … Continue reading Hill District’s Black History

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Local DU chef, activist featured on TBS’ ‘Full Frontal’

02/01/2018 By Elsa Buehler | Staff Writer Marla Blunt: member of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), political organizer, fighter for a living wage and fair healthcare and Duquesne’s vegan/vegetarian chef. Blunt puts her all into her cause with her union and the city of Pittsburgh. Recently, Blunt was featured on TBS’s late-night talk show and satire program, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, hosted by … Continue reading Local DU chef, activist featured on TBS’ ‘Full Frontal’

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New restaurant promises flavor, soul, lacks organization

01/11/2018 By Shivani Gosai | Opinions Editor The Strip District’s newest addition, Preeti’s Pitt, is sure to become a local hotspot. Serving up classic American and soul food dishes makes this lounge a step above the rest. However, if they truly want to expand their reach, the owners will have to implement some serious organizational skills. My first impression wasn’t a great one. It took … Continue reading New restaurant promises flavor, soul, lacks organization

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