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The student news site of Lockport Township High School

Porter Press

The student news site of Lockport Township High School

Porter Press

How the SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus Mutates

How the SARS-CoV-2 Coronavirus Mutates

Written by Annie Coniglio, News Editor, Editor-in-chief March 9, 2021

At the end of 2019, the novel coronavirus was identified in Wuhan, China. After a multitude of pneumonia cases arose, the virus caused many to garner concern over a potential world-wide outbreak, leading...

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Will the Chicago Bulls Make the 2021 Playoffs?

Written by Ryan Bennett, Sports Editor March 8, 2021

The 2020-21 NBA season has reached its halfway point. The season has gone mostly as predicted, as the teams projected to do well have all performed to their expectations. One team that many were divided...

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Volunteering Can Change Teen’s Mindset

Written by Kaia Hsu, Editorial editor March 8, 2021

A high school’s responsibility is to prepare teenagers for life after school, and while attending, teens are taught how to function in society, and one of the ways they do that is by requiring them to...

Spring Craft: How to Repot a Flower

Spring Craft: How to Repot a Flower

Written by Emily Maier, A & E Editor March 8, 2021

As springtime approaches, you might want to start decorating your house with flowers. Hopefully, you choose to fill your house with plants because it has been proven to help with your mood, fatigue and...

High School Sports are Back: Illinois Announces Return

High School Sports are Back: Illinois Announces Return

Written by Ryan Bennett, Sports Editor March 5, 2021

The past year has been rough on high schoolers. They’ve had to adapt to remote learning, and most students on sports teams have been unable to play. However there has been a recent change in athletics....

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Lie to Me by Kaitlin Ward Book Review

Written by Skylar Koch, A & E writer February 23, 2021

The book Lie To Me by Kaitlin Ward is a murder mystery story. The main character Amelia gets into what most people would call a freak accident, but as the story continues, it turns out to be attempted...

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GameStop Stock Scandal

Written by Kaia Hsu, Editorial editor February 23, 2021

The GameStop stocks have steadily decreased over the past five years, but on January 27th, 2021, the stock prices skyrocketed. In February of 2016, the stock prices had a value of $20-$30 USD, and continued...

From Emotional Support Animal to Quarantine Support Animal

From Emotional Support Animal to Quarantine Support Animal

Written by Annie Coniglio, News Editor, Editor-in-chief February 23, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a lot of sorrow and sadness into people’s daily lives across the country. With stay at home orders being put in place left and right, it seems as though the world is...

The Paris Climate Agreement

The Paris Climate Agreement

Written by McKenna Orrico, News Editor February 23, 2021

With the new administration officially in office, the United States is going through changes. One of these changes is the re-entering of the Paris Climate Agreement, also referred to as the Paris Agreement....

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The Effects of Covid-19 on Student Learning

Written by Eileen Ferriter, News Editor February 22, 2021

One of the many things people have been worrying about during this pandemic is how to keep children learning and on track with their academic performance. The pandemic has kept students across the country...

“Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigo Hits Mosts Streams

“Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigo Hits Mosts Streams

Written by Abigail Worker, A & E writer February 22, 2021

Disney star, Olivia Rodrigo, released her newest single “Drivers License'' on Friday, January 8th which has left millions in awe. Olivia’s newest song “Drivers License'' has hit the most streamed...

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Celebrating Black History Month

Written by Ayden Mercado, Editorial editor February 4, 2021

February 1st to March 1st marks the beginning of Black History Month. A time to learn and celebrate the legacy, influence, and achievements of African Americans, and acknowledge their honorable role in...