Jan. 10, 2026 By Nikalena Iacono Managing Editor Going up for a rebound and landing awkwardly was all it took to change senior center Brooke Harper’s high school basketball career, transforming her role from a key contributor on the court to watching from the ... More »
Jan. 10, 2026 By Farah Afifi Editor After two decades serving the LHS community, geometry teacher Ms. Smietana is being honored as the high school’s 2025-2026 Governor’s Educator of the Year. This award, which goes to the teacher who receives the most nominati... More »
Jan. 10, 2026 By Alexandra Lourenço Editor-in-Chief After earning a state sectional title last year, the bowling team has continued its success with a 5-3 record as of Jan. 10. Senior captain Payton Rivezzi, who has been on varsity for two years, said she hope... More »
Jan. 9, 2026 By Alexandra Lourenço Editor-in-Chief The boys wrestling team, which is co-oped with North Arlington High School, began its season at the Harry McLaughlin Invitational at Mahwah-Ramapo Ridge Middle School on Dec. 13. As of Jan. 9, the boys’ record... More »
Jan. 9, 2026 By Nikalena Iacono Managing Editor The boys basketball team started its season with a 65-70 loss in an away game against Dwight-Englewood High School on Dec. 17. The team bounced back in the next game, though, winning 61-57 at home against Rutherf... More »
Jan. 9, 2026 By Alessandra Ricra Staff Writer As snow fell outside, 26 students welcomed winter break by participating in the 16th Annual Winter Poetry Slam in the media center on Dec. 23. Senior Zahara Chowdhury, editor-in-chief of The Lighthouse, won first p... More »
Jan. 7, 2026 By Kenzy Mahmoud Staff Writer Those who want an exciting, fun, original and thrilling experience, Sackboy: A Big Adventure is for you. Released on Nov. 12, 2020, this lighthearted game, which can be played alone or with others, is a spin-off of th... More »
Jan. 6, 2026 By Tina Moreno Podcaster In the third episode of the monthly podcast “Civic Spark,” junior Tina Moreno examines how cancel culture affects individuals, communities and social debates. She explores whether it serves as a tool for accountability or ... More »
Jan. 5, 2026 By Arianna Delgado Podcaster In the third episode of “Hidden Gems of New York,” freshman Arianna Delgado highlights some of the city’s most delicious Italian chain bakeries. More »
Dec. 19, 2025 In a world that never seems to pause, students are struggling to slow down. With endless deadlines, extracurricular commitments and constant digital distractions, the pressure to always be productive can be overwhelming. However, to truly succeed... More »
Dec. 18, 2025 By Camila Bernal Staff Writer The young adult novel “Girl in Pieces” by Kathleen Glasgow melds despair, hope and healing to depict the struggles of alcoholism and mental illness. When the book begins, 17-year-old Charlie Davis is a patient at Cre... More »
Dec. 18, 2025 By Nikalena Iacono & Debra Ogunbowale Managing Editor & Webmaster In the second episode of the monthly podcast, “All about the Bears,” seniors Nikalena Iacono and Debra Ogunbowale focus on the start of the winter sports season by highlighting the... More »
