Community College of Allegheny County became the latest area business to go solar. The school announced Thursday the addition of a new 543-kilowatt installation that produces enough electricity to power 30% to 40% of the CCAC North Campus’ electrical energy needs. The new solar array was put in by BAI
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Macey had mixed feelings about the sick days legislation, but after consulting with local labor leaders, the former steelworker said, “I went along with them. Sometimes there s a little give and take. And so I voted for it.”
Macey’s challenger, Singer, argues that the 9th District needs a stronger advocate for current and future workers. He has made funding for the Allegheny County Port Authority and community college system top priorities.
Of the Port Authority, Singer said, “My wife used to take a bus into work, but they ve cut so many routes that that s pretty much impossible anymore.
“The Mon Valley,” the White Oak resident added, consists of “working-class neighborhoods. These are neighborhoods where we have a lot of people of color. Don t we have a right to public transportation?”
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Robert Morris University President Chris Howard on Thursday, announcing the new RMU Gateway program.
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Leaders of five higher education institutions in the region announced a new partnership Thursday, with the goal of improving college accessibility and affordability.
Officials from Robert Morris University, Community College of Allegheny County, Community College of Beaver County, Butler County Community College and Westmoreland County Community College signed an agreement for a new initiative called RMU Gateway.
Starting in Fall 2021, students enrolled in any of the four community colleges can have dual enrollment at RMU and take 12 RMU courses while working toward their associate degree. Tuition for those credits will be equal to what students pay at their community college.