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8 actions you can take to advocate for reproductive rights

Jan. 22, 2023 By Isabella Bartlett Staff Writer Today marks the 50th anniversary of the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Roe v. Wade, which held that the U.S. Constitution protects a woman’s right to an abortion prior to the viability of the fetus.  On June 22... More »

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Meet this year’s peer leaders

Nov. 22, 2022 By Julia Anthony Staff Writer Every year, members of the freshman class receive mentorship from their peer leaders. This year’s Peer Group Connection consists of 10 seniors who have come together to support the ninth graders as they navigate the ... More »

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As summer break nears, students share their dream vacation spots

June 8, 2022 By Gabby Liuba Staff Writer Andres Cano, freshman “I really want to go to Columbia because I want to see what it’s like because it’s where my family was born.” Samantha Cardo, sophomore “I want to visit Puerto Rico because there’s a bioluminescent... More »

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10 books to read during Pride Month

June 2, 2022 By The Lighthouse Staff In times when LGBTQ books are being banned in schools and homophobic and transphobic laws are being passed across the country, it is more important than ever to read LGBTQ literature. Here is a list of 10 powerful books to ... More »

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Civil rights law protecting female athletes turns 50 years old

June 1, 2022 By Elona Megally Staff Writer June marks the 50th anniversary of Title IX, which protects people from discrimination based on gender identity, sex and sexual orientation in education programs and activities that use federal financial assistance. T... More »

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Beauty in bloom: Students meet in the park before prom

May 18, 2022 By Shelby Perez Photographer Prior to heading off to prom on April 28, LHS’ students gathered at the Lyndhurst Municipal Park to pose for photos. This year’s prom took place at The Legacy Castle in Pompton Plains.  More »