America’s Pet Obsession

May 30, 2010

Katja Kane - Foempe, Special Sections Editor  

Filed under Opinions

There’s no question that pets play a very valuable role in our lives. They benefit our psychological well being by providing unconditional love, warmth, comfort and amusement. A good cuddle with your favorite furry friend can turn a bad day into a good one. They can also be good for your physical health!... [Read more]

This Is My Jam: Wild Jam

May 17, 2010

Michelle Sisto  

Filed under A&E, Music

  There’s a reason why it’s called Wild Jam: it’s wild and everyone is jamming. Hosted annually by the Bay Area’s hip-hop station, Wild 94.9, Wild Jam featured current top artists. In between the performances, the Wild 94.9 DJs kept it pumping by playing hit songs. Everyone was dancing and singing... [Read more]

Summer Movies Preview

May 17, 2010

Meghan Merwin, Catherine Mote, Cecile Pham, Natasha Sosa  

Filed under A&E, Film

So many new movies are coming out this summer, but which ones are worth seeing? This dilemma is always plaguing us, but now we have recommendations. So when you are sitting there during summer vacation and do not know what to do with those boundless hours without homework, consider these. Movies are... [Read more]

Fe-nomenal: Iron Man 2 Review

May 17, 2010

Lucy Ainley  

Filed under A&E, Film

Brewing up a sequel to the blockbuster hit, Iron Man 2 was somewhat of a gamble, as is every “Part Two” to any popular film. But this second installment of billionaire-turned-super-hero Tony Stark’s (Robert Downey, Jr.) adventures was far from disappointing. Comedic veteran Jon Favreau... [Read more]

Refreshing Recipes

May 17, 2010

Gianna Maietta, Staff Reporter, and Kaity McCullough, Staff Reporter  

Filed under Features

  Cucumber sandwiches 1 (8 oz.) cream cheese 1 pkg. Italian seasoning Cucumber slices Dill weed Mix cream cheese, chopped up Dill weed, and Italian seasoning. Spread the cheese mix on a slice of white or wheat bread. Place two layers of thinly sliced cucumbers on top. Then cut into quarters. Makes 2-3... [Read more]

Summer Green

May 17, 2010

Emily Wallace, Assistant Opinions Editor  

Filed under Features

Summer is just around the corner and students cannot wait to get out of school. This vacation is a time to kick back, relax and not have responsibilities. But the truth is, we all have a year-around responsibility to our Earth. It provides us with the sum­mer sun we love to tan in, and we provide it... [Read more]

Baby Boom

May 17, 2010

Julie Perrone, Assistant Features Editor, and Angelia Tran, Budget Manager  

Filed under Features

  Maya Claire Horan Maya Claire Horan was born on February 2, 2010 at 6:30 pm. She weighed 8 pounds and was 20.5 inches long. Ms. Teresi says, “Her name is a combination of unique and traditional – Maya was a friend from college whose name I loved. Claire is for my paternal grandmother who was... [Read more]

Good Permits Make Good Neighbors

May 17, 2010

Alex Hencken, Assistant A&E Editor  

Filed under Pres

On April 21, Presentation went to the planning commission meeting with an application for conditional use permits for the two houses across the street. Once all the speakers had finished and the conditions of the proposal had been clarified, such as the allowed uses, times of use, number of employees... [Read more]

Who’s Off to Where to Break a Sweat?

May 17, 2010

Grace Armstrong, assistant community editor  

Filed under Sports

Krista Sport: Softball “I’m excited to meet lots of new people and continue playing the sport. It’ll be fun to start playing for a college team.” Clare Sport: Crew “It’ll be fun to row for my college team!” Emma Sport: Soccer “I am most looking forward to the challenge I will find in... [Read more]

I Love My Mama

May 17, 2010

Meghan Merwin, staff reporter  

Filed under Features

Mothers. What would we do without them? Sure, they make us eat our vegetables, and they ground us when we stay out past curfew. And there are those weeks when they get on our nerves for no reason. But think about this: how many other people do we know that will love us unconditionally for our whole lives?... [Read more]

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