Dec. 12, 2025 By Nikalena Iacono Managing Editor For the 87 three-sport athletes at LHS, there is no such thing as an off-season. Junior Allen Frias, a member of the football, indoor track and field and outdoor track and field teams, said he loves the variety ... More »
Dec. 11, 2025 By Bruce Bartlett Staff Writer The longest government shutdown in American history ended on Nov. 12. Spanning 43 days, the shutdown lasted eight days longer than the 35-day record-breaking shutdown during President Donald Trump’s first term, whic... More »
Dec. 11, 2025 By Nicolle Alvarez Editor While students often spend the New Jersey Education Association Teachers Convention two-day break resting or relaxing, 31 members of the Environmental Club and National Honor Society came together on the morning of Nov. ... More »
Dec. 11, 2025 By Kenzy Mahmoud Staff Writer Fans of the Gothic fantasy genre are in for a treat with Netflix’s new adaptation of Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel “Frankenstein.” Directed by Oscar-winning Guillermo del Toro, the film focuses on the relationship betwee... More »
Dec. 10, 2025 By Serenity Mendoza Staff Writer The cross country team ended its season at the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association State Group Championship at Holmdel Park in Holmdel. Continuing its success beyond the regular season, seven mem... More »
Dec. 10, 2025 By Chloe Lin Staff Writer The girls volleyball team concluded its season in the first round of state playoffs after losing 1-3 to Leonia High School on Nov. 3. Despite its 16-11 winning record in the regular season, the team struggled following s... More »
Dec. 10, 2025 By Jacob Collins Dodd Staff Writer Beginning on Oct. 28, Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful hurricanes recorded in modern history, ravaged the Bahamas, Bermuda, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica and the Turks and Caicos Island... More »
Dec. 9, 2025 By Alessandra Ricra Staff Writer Earning 56.9% of the popular vote on Nov. 4, Democratic Rep. Mikie Sherrill is set to become New Jersey’s next governor. This marks the first time since the 1960s that voters in the Garden State have elected a gove... More »
Dec. 9, 2025 By Kapri Del Regno Staff Writer This piece is a companion to NJ law defending librarians and students’ right to read takes effect today, which The Lighthouse also published today. Based on confidential reports filed by library professionals and co... More »
Dec. 9, 2025 By Leah Campos Staff Writer This article appears in the December issue of The Lighthouse under the headline “NJ pushes back on book bans with Freedom to Read Act.” Last year, there were 821 attempts nationwide to censor library materials and servi... More »
Dec. 8, 2025 By Hala Kenawy Staff Writer The Neighbourhood’s new album, “(((ultraSOUND))),” marks a major turning point for the indie rock band. Known for hits like “Sweater Weather” (2013), “Daddy Issues” (2015) and “Softcore” (2018), the group reunited in Au... More »
Dec. 8, 2025 By Debra Ogunbowale Webmaster Joely Ferreras “I’ve learned how to manage my time and stay organized… especially since we have midterms and final exams for L-CAP.” Ioanna Hantzaras “I get to challenge myself with harder material that I wouldn’t be ... More »
