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Nurture nature on Earth Day

April 22, 2023 By Tara Tiyaloglu Managing Editor The Earth has been through it all. Between climate change, pollution and the water crisis, it is in desperate need of nurturing. That is why today, Earth Day, is so important. In the spring of 1970, Sen. Gaylord... More »

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LHS should offer an SAT prep class

April 21, 2023 By Justin Mayewski Staff Writer For the past two years, LHS has offered a six-week SAT prep course to juniors in the winter. The course took place four days a week during lunchtime, with two meetings per week led by English teacher Dr. DiMaggio ... More »

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8 tips for selecting the college that is right for you

April 5, 2023 By Justin Mayewski Staff Writer Picking the right college can be a stressful and lengthy process. Here are eight factors to consider as you make this big decision: 1. Major and program  Make sure the college you select offers the major that will ... More »

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Bergen County should get rid of its Blue laws

March 30, 2023 By Bethany Negron Staff Writer On Sundays, I’m often bored and want to go shopping, but I never can do so in Bergen County. Therefore, my parents and I have to drive as much as 30-40 minutes to get to open malls or stores in neighboring counties... More »

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Period products should not be taxed

March 25, 2023 By Shirley Bermejo Staff Writer Women struggle enough in this male-dominant world, which is why it is especially unfair for them to be taxed for an essential product whose need is based on their reproductive system.  Women require the use of men... More »

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How to support a friend who is grieving

March 24, 2023 By Justin Mayewski Staff Writer Dealing with the loss of a loved one is very difficult. However, care and compassion from others can make a big difference in the healing process. Here are eight ways you can support someone who is grieving: 1. Be... More »

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MrBeast’s generosity is inspirational

March 12, 2023 By Sean Disbrow Staff Writer MrBeast is a popular YouTuber with over 100 million subscribers and over 22 billion video views. He has been posting on YouTube for over 10 years, and most of his videos include him giving money to his friends, famil... More »

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10 famous women who inspire me

March 8, 2023 By Isabella Bartlett Staff Writer Today is International Women’s Day, which is a day to recognize the impact women around the world have made on history. In honor of this day, here is a brief biography of 10 famous women who inspire me. 1. Marie ... More »

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10 tips for selecting electives for next year

March 3, 2023 By Ava Gonzalez Staff Writer Choosing electives can be stressful and confusing. Here are some useful tips to help you better navigate the elective selection process and make scheduling for next year easier.  1. Start thinking about your college m... More »

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Here’s the problem with misidentifying queerbaiting

March 1, 2023 By Camille Echols Staff Writer Queerbaiting is defined as a marketing tactic that feeds into romantic tension between same-sex characters or hints at a character being queer, but never explicitly states so. This way, popular shows and movies can ... More »