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Pitt police issue crime alert after sexual assault

By Ryleigh Lord, News Editor • March 4, 2024

The Pitt Police reported a sexual assault in North Oakland that occurred in the early morning hours of March 3.

Dunkin’ opens store in North Oakland

By Rebecca Johnson, News Editor • February 1, 2021

Dunkin’ opened a store on Centre Avenue Monday morning. The franchise is celebrating the occasion by offering customers $.99 any size iced or hot coffee all day.

Pitt students explore off-campus living options

By Maggie Young, For The Pitt News • November 15, 2018

With the ease of on-campus housing comes smaller spaces and stricter rules. In search of cozier, cheaper options, Pitt students will start exploring housing off-campus — both near and far.

North Oakland embraces diversity through cultural cuisines

By Elizabeth Donnelly, Staff Writer • October 25, 2018

North Oakland’s Centre Avenue offers students an opportunity to check out some foods from all over the world. Shops include Bombay Market and Turkish Grille.

Shots fired in North Oakland late Tuesday night

By Dale Shoemaker / News Editor • September 23, 2015

Pittsburgh police have said shots were fired in North Oakland late on Tuesday. At approximately 11:51 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, officers responded to a call after shots were fired at the 300 block of...