By Alex Young, Point Park News Service: Chris Gathagan, 59, of Akron, Ohio, sat at a circular lunch table surrounded by a group of seven sixth-through-eighth grade students who he advises. It…
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Mother advocates for cannabis oils to help daughter
By Cody Siwicki, Point Park News Service: Not a day goes by for Heather Shuker that she doesn’t drive past a cemetery and think to herself, “should I make funeral arrangements today,…
Wheelchair-bound man overcomes odds
By Francesca Dabecco, Point Park News Service: One summer, a neighbor approached Paul Grieser in his yard and said, “You know, you’re making me look bad.” “What are you talking about?” he responded….
Baron Batch sees graffiti as medium for social change
By Christopher Ward, Point Park News Service: Growing up in West Texas, where high school football is a top priority, Baron Batch knew that playing the game was a given – but deep…
Marrow’s run to tomorrow
By Bryan Partika, Point Park News Service: At track meets across the country, anxious athletes can be seen walking around the infield, focusing on their upcoming event. These athletes pace around each…
‘The Death Show’ displays joys of life
By Iain Oldman, Point Park News Service: PRELUDE The green room at the Arcade Comedy Theater is currently cold, like a morgue. Ayne Terceira, an improv actor on the show, is huddled…
Friendly fire is bump in the road for Navy veteran turned Uber driver
By Sabrina Bodon, Point Park News Service: You’d have plenty to read about if you were ever stuck behind Larry Cmar’s Chevy. Veterans. Afghanistan. The Pirates. The Navy. The Steelers. Uber. For…
Multimedia: Help for the homeless – Mediation Ministries
By Trevor Kirby, Point Park News Service: Maggie Fitzpatrick, Executive Director and founder of Mediation Ministries, talks about her work with the homeless and how the process works going through the Ministry.
Light of Life provides food, shelter and another chance
By Briana Walton, Point Park News Service: Public Relations and After Care Manager, Kate Wadsworth, and Guest Relations Manager, Lloyd Massie, give information on Light of Life and their role in the…
‘Black Women’ documentary explores diversity
By Vania Arthur, Point Park News Service: “Black Women” is a growing documentary that I’m exploring through the lives and lenses of black women. It will touch on intersectionality, sexuality, intimacy, interracial relationships,…