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The Paddy Fields of Nepal, 2013

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The Travel Dilemma – Would you rather create new experiences or save your money for something else more important?

Written by Sabina Osmani, Staff writer May 28, 2025

Oftentimes, it seems by nature that humans are born with a need to have adventure in their lives by exploring unique and diverse environments. Being surrounded by a multitude of environments throughout...

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The extreme danger from tanning beds

Written by Halle Spasovski, Staff writer May 27, 2025

Remember that trend from the 2000s where people were going tanning every Tuesday for $5? This is still around, and it's actually a current trend. Tanning beds are glorified as a quick and convenient way...

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7 Ways to stay off your phone this summer

Written by Sophia DalPonte and Addison Littel May 27, 2025

Sunscreen, beach balls, and… cellphones? With the rise of cellphone usage and screen time worldwide, it's hard to find ways to stay off your phone. However, with the approaching summer heat and the end...

A stack of memoirs at East Campus waiting for next year's students to pick them up

Educated by Tara Westover: A must-read memoir

Written by Estelle Brownlee, Staff writer May 23, 2025

For the end of the year, students in AP Lang were assigned to read “Educated: A memoir” by Tara Westover. I was already intrigued because I've been told it was a good book, but nothing could have prepared...

NHL ceremony - Stanley Cup trophy on the white stand, black background, Vancouver BC - October 22, 2018

The chase for the Stanley Cup has begun

Written by Nicholas Purpura, Staff writer May 22, 2025

Every year around the middle of April the NHL Playoffs begin. The playoffs run through mid-June, when one team earns the right to hoist the Stanley Cup, named after former Canadian Governor Lord Stanley....

Isabella Flint’s artwork on display at the Lockport High School Art Fair

Lockport’s annual art fair celebrates student talent

Written by Jessica Smith, Staff writer May 20, 2025

The Lockport High School Art Fair was once again a resounding success that drew students, families and staff together in celebration of creativity, dedication and artistic expression. Each year, this much...

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Leave these actresses alone

Written by Ally Kanosky, Staff writer May 17, 2025

Lately, there has been an internet trend where actresses have been receiving unjustified hate due to their appearances. Whereas men who are deemed not conventionally attractive are praised for representing...

Featuring Senior Zachary Piechocinski (#5)

Honoring Lockport’s Boys Water Polo seniors with annual celebration

Written by Jackson Maloney, Sports Editor May 15, 2025

On Wednesday, May 7, Lockport’s Varsity and Junior Varsity Boys Water Polo teams hosted Neuqua Valley for their annual senior night. Senior night is a  tradition for all Lockport sports teams, where...

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The NCAA Transfer Portal: Changing the game for college sports

Written by George Mastorakos, Staff writer May 14, 2025

The NCAA transfer portal has changed college sports, allowing student-athletes more control over their careers. It was created in 2018, and since then many players have taken advantage of it.  How...

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What happened to the kids store Justice?

Written by Ally Kanosky, Staff writer May 8, 2025

If you were a tween girl in the mid 2010s, you probably remember Justice, a clothing store designed for ages 6-12. The brand was known for its inclusion of various staples in a girl’s wardrobe at the...

Lockport's Annual Mother's Day Spring Plant Sale arrives again

Flower frenzy: What Lockport horticulture has to offer

Written by Danyah Nofal, Staff writer May 7, 2025

With Mother’s Day around the corner, finding an ideal gift could be stressful. As spring approaches, a classic gift for a mom could be picked from the variety of flowers and vegetables that blossom....

LTHS Varsity Winterguard performs their piece 'The Final Hour'

Lockport Varsity Winterguard stuns crowd with one last home performance

Written by Halle Spasovski, Staff writer May 7, 2025

On April 1, Lockport’s Varsity Winterguard outstandingly showcased their piece entitled “The Final Hour” one last time at LTHS before heading off to the Winter Guard International World Championship.  Using...