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Porter Press

The student news site of Lockport Township High School

Porter Press

The student news site of Lockport Township High School

Porter Press

Girls cross country competes at state

Girls cross country competes at state

Written by Emily Thompson, Features Editor December 11, 2019

The LTHS girls cross country team raced on November 2nd against various schools to achieve placing 4th place in their sectionals to secure a spot at the IHSA state championship.  On November 7th LTHS...

(From top left to right in order: Coach Mraz, Kate Sadler, Taylor Morgan, Emily DeBlecourt,  Dovile Gorys, Nadia Goich, Lindsay Oldendorf, Rebecca Oldendorf,  Coach Zeimetz, 
Bottom row: Xeni Lavvas, Eileen Mitchell, Ellie Anselmo, Leena Ajibola, Morgan Schmutzler, Nora Dykstra, Cameryn DeBlecourt - Not pictured: Hannah Knippenberg)

Goodbye to many, hello to more: a review of the girls volleyball season

Written by Emily Thompson, Features Editor December 4, 2019

The LTHS girls volleyball team, led by Head Coach Nick Mraz and Assistant Coach Ken Zeimetz, had a fulfilling season with an overall record of 26-12. With the Porters playing an intense three sets against...

In memoriam: A review of the TV show, Riverdale

Written by Eleni Stavropoulos, Editorial Writer December 4, 2019

*Spoiler Alert* The new season of the TV show, Riverdale, premiered on October 9th. The entire episode was centered around the death of Fred Andrews, played by actor Luke Perry, who died tragically...

A risky way to save Africa's dying population of giraffes

A risky way to save Africa’s dying population of giraffes

Written by Annie Coniglio, News Editor November 13, 2019

There once was a time where giraffes strolled aimlessly across the African terrain. But now their population is becoming critically endangered. According to National Geographic, there are only 110,000...

The LTHS marching band on the practice field

LTHS marching band end their season on a high note.

Written by Annie Coniglio, News Editor November 13, 2019

The LTHS marching band made history at the Illinois State University Championship by winning their 6A class. This moment was one of Jenna Roe’s, drum major, and Mr. Kennedy’s, assistant director, favorite...

Hannah Borello poses with her pumpkin showing her fall spirit with her buddy, Jannah Abu-Khalil.

Best Buddies participate in fall fun activities

Written by Kaia Hsu, Editorial Writer November 13, 2019

Best Buddies kicks off the fall season when they met at Konows, a farm in Homer Glen,  on October 6th. The Best Buddies club is an organization that creates opportunities and friendships for people with...

A review on CW's new show: Batwoman

A review on CW’s new show: Batwoman

Written by Daniel Cruz, Editor-in-Chief November 13, 2019

*Spoiler Alert* The CW Television station is known for having numerous superhero shows, but they have been receiving very critical reviews on their newest show, Batwoman. Batwoman tells the story of Kate...

Boys varsity golf gears up for state

Written by Ryan Bennett, Sports Editor October 31, 2019

With the season nearing an end, the LTHS Lockport boys varsity golf season has turned out to be a successful one. The team has won all of their dual meets and two additional invites. “We also have...

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Chicago Bears mid season review

Written by Ryan Bennett, Sports Editor October 31, 2019

The Chicago Bears have been a tough team to figure out. Throughout the beginning of the season, there have been impressive players who have shined, and the not-so-impressive players who have disappointed. The...

L-Town welcomes the football team as they enter the field.

The annual Friday night lights: homecoming game review

Written by Emily Thompson, Features Editor October 8, 2019

The week of September 16th to 20th had many festivities that took place in honor of homecoming week. Take the traditional football game as an example. LTHS students dressed in all gold to support Childhood...

Girls varsity volleyball team poised for strong season

Written by Ryan Bennett, Sports Editor September 25, 2019

The LTHS girls varsity volleyball team is primed to have a great fall season. Head Coach Nick Mraz has high hopes for conference and a playoff push. One of the main strong points of the team is its...

The senior players, winner of the games,  and the boys poms team

Seniors win the annual powder puff homecoming games

Written by Eleni Stavropoulos, Staff Writer September 22, 2019

The annual powder puff homecoming game, also known as the girls’ flag football, took place on September 18th at 6pm in East Campus’ football stadium.  Students try out at the beginning of the year...