Eric Thompson

Reporter · Shadyside, PA

With a master's degree in Education Journalism from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Eric Thompson has spent 4 years covering the education system in Pittsburgh. His prior experience includes stints at local education-focused publications where he reported on policy changes and community concerns surrounding schools.

4 stories from Eric Thompson in Sewickley

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KDKA Turkey Fund

The KDKA Turkey Fund is in partnership with PNC Bank and Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank.With the help of generous community members like you, the KDKA Turkey Fund has provided Thanksgiving dinners for more than a million neighbors in need for the past 44 years! The tradition continues this...

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Herbal supplement sold on Amazon, at Whole Foods recalled amid salmonella concerns

A possible salmonella risk has prompted a recall of an herbal supplement sold online and in stores.

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Sombr surprises riders with pop-up performance at New York City subway station

Pop singer Sombr performed during a pop-up performance at a New York City subway station.

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Bomb threat at Robert Morris University prompts evacuation of buildings

A bomb threat posted on social media prompted an evacuation of two buildings on the campus of Robert Morris University.An alert to students said that RMU received a bomb threat at the Nicholson Center and the Patrick Henry Center on Thursday. It told students to evacuate immediately if they were in...

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