Bookmark?Remove?New band director donates trove of performance programs to Lyndhurst Historical SocietyDec. 7, 2020 By Jude McElroy Staff In August, new band director Mr. Chwalyk was familiarizing himself with his new workspace at the high school. As he was digging through some drawers, he said he came across a stack of old programs from past concerts, commence... More »
Bookmark?Remove?$18.5 million train station to be built in LyndhurstDec. 4, 2020 By Jessica Cerrito Staff In the not too distant future, a new $18.5 million train station will be constructed in Lyndhurst. The station will be at the corner of Delafield and Court Avenues. This location will be closer to the commuter parking lot,... More »
Bookmark?Remove?Most of NJ’s colleges and universities are not requiring SAT or ACT scores for Class of 2021 graduatesNov. 30, 2020 By Aidan Cabrera Staff The SAT and ACT have long been regarded as one of the scariest parts of the college admissions process. During an already challenging year, this year’s current high school seniors can breathe a sigh of relief because 20 of ... More »
Bookmark?Remove?Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade goes virtual due to Covid-19Nov. 25, 2020 By Francesca Muravin Staff The annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City is going virtual for the first time due to the coronavirus. This year, participation has been reduced by 75 percent, there is mandatory mask-wearing as well as ... More »
Bookmark?Remove?American Dream opens its doors amidst a pandemicNov. 24, 2020 By Justin Mayewski Staff Have you ever been to a water park where you had to keep a distance of 6 feet from others? At the new American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, this is just one of the guidelines that have been implemented. On Oct. 1, the A... More »
Bookmark?Remove?Staying safe during Covid-19 means big changes for fall sports teamsNov. 23, 2020 By Jake McCann Staff This fall sports season has been different than any other in LHS history. Due to Covid-19, athletes must keep six feet apart unless they are practicing or competing, and there is a mandated health form that must be filled out... More »
Bookmark?Remove?Black Friday takes on new meaning as sales start early and shift onlineNov. 22, 2020 By Tara Tiyaloglu Staff Black Friday is traditionally one of the busiest shopping days of the year. However, with Covid-19 cases on the rise and flu season approaching, this year’s shopping experience is sure to be different from past years. Many... More »
Bookmark?Remove?Due to Covid-19, traditional fall activities are looking different this yearNov. 19, 2020 By Emilia Calabrese Staff Covid-19 is causing many LHS fall activities to look quite different compared to last year. Over the past several months, students and teachers alike have had to adjust and adapt to make the most of this challenging peri... More »
Bookmark?Remove?From law school professor to Supreme Court justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg leaves a legacyNov. 18, 2020 By Valentina Novak Staff Editor Ruther Bader Ginsburg lost her battle to metastatic pancreatic cancer on Sept. 18. Since 1993, when Ginsburg was appointed to the Supreme Court, her goal was to create equality for people of all races, genders and ... More »
Bookmark?Remove?Amy Coney Barrett becomes newest justice on Supreme CourtNov. 17, 2020 By Ella Tozduman Staff Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed by the Senate on Oct. 26 to become the 115th associate justice on the Supreme Court. She is replacing Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, who served on the Supreme Court for 27 years and died at the... More »
Bookmark?Remove?High school welcomes new faculty for the 2020-2021 school yearNov. 11, 2020 By Adrien Reyes Staff This school year brings four new faculty members to LHS. The Lighthouse has caught up with each of them to ask what they hope to contribute to the high school. Mr. Nicholas Cardone, music teacher “I would like to share my pa... More »
Bookmark?Remove?Seniors worry they will not have prom due to Covid-19Nov. 7, 2020 By Christa Ruiz Staff Prom is arguably one of the most memorable parts of the high school experience. From fancy dresses to a night at an elegant venue, it is an event like no other. However, in light of the pandemic, this year’s seniors, who were... More »