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A slice of pizza from Captain Hooks located on Washington St.

A slice of life: a pizza tour of Gloucester

SOFIA ORLANDO, Staff Writer February 7, 2022

Pizza, an iconic dish originating all the way back to Geata, Italy 997 AD,  has made an impressive footprint on the food industry. And with the meal being an Italian classic, it only makes sense that...

Sofia Orlando guesses the word of the day!

World goes wild for Wordle

CAITLYN MUNIZ, Staff Writer January 28, 2022

If you have been on any form of social media recently, you have probably heard about this game called Wordle.  Wordle is a suspenseful guessing game where the goal is to guess the correct five letter...

Willow Barry's artistic representation of   DawnFM's old-school radio sound and feel.

Pop superstar The Weeknd returns with dazzling fifth album

BEN CARPENTER, Staff Writer January 26, 2022

If the past two years have been beneficial for any person on Earth (Joe Biden, pharmaceutical executives, and cryptocurrency owners aside), that person is very likely Abel Tesafye, a.k.a. The Weeknd. While...

Choreographers Emily Gossom (left) and Trinity O'Leary (right) teach cast members the dance for the Footloose finale.

GHS drama cuts loose this spring

MICHAEL MERCHANT, Staff Writer January 13, 2022

The GHS drama club’s production of the spring musical “Footloose” is underway. Featuring Nate Oaks as Ren McCormack, Haley Weed as Ariel Moore, and nineteen other students, the show follows a city...

Docksiders band together to support alum with cancer 

Docksiders band together to support alum with cancer 

ALEXIA BURBY, Staff Writer January 13, 2022

Members of the Docksiders jazz band have organized a “Think Purple”  fundraiser in support of a GHS graduate, and former Docksiders trombonist, who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. The group...

Three notable albums you may have missed in 2021

Three notable albums you may have missed in 2021

BEN CARPENTER, Staff Writer December 22, 2021

It’s hard to deny that 2021 was a fantastic year for popular music.  Billie Eilish defeated the sophomore slump with “Happier Than Ever,” a somber reflection on newfound success. “Call Me If...

Interact club to host trivia night fundraiser

Interact club to host trivia night fundraiser

EMILY CORRAO, Staff Writer December 14, 2021

Do you like competition, prizes, and charity? The Interact Club is hosting a trivia night for all students. The Interact Club’s main purpose is to help the community and the rest of the world. All...

Taylor Swift's reclaimed work shows creative prowess

Taylor Swift’s reclaimed work shows creative prowess

AURELIA HARRISON, Staff Writer December 8, 2021

Taylor Swift’s newest project, her complete re-recording of her first 6 albums, features improved, clean vocals, a refreshed sound to the backing instruments, and the same nostalgic sound that brings...

Holiday fun for everyone

Holiday fun for everyone

ALEXIA BURBY, Staff Writer December 6, 2021

Winter is coming and that means new, fun activities to do. No matter what holiday you celebrate, these are some fun things to take part in.  Middle Street Walk  A winter favorite in Gloucester...

Thoughtful homemade gifts on a budget

Thoughtful homemade gifts on a budget

CAITLYN MUNIZ, Staff Writer December 1, 2021

Holiday gift-giving season is underway, and making a gift just makes it that much more special. DIY Christmas gifts are an easy way to make your gift more personal.  Here are 5 homemade gifts that are...

Seventies R&B makes a comeback: An Evening With Silk Sonic

Seventies R&B makes a comeback: An Evening With Silk Sonic

BEN CARPENTER, Staff Writer November 24, 2021

“Silk Sonic? I’ve never heard of them. Why are they on top of the charts right now?” That might be your reaction to hearing of the new musical project for the first time—it certainly was mine....

Halloween carnival this weekend at GHS

Halloween carnival this weekend at GHS

CAITLYN MUNIZ, Staff Writer October 29, 2021

Looking for a family friendly way to kick off Halloween? This Saturday, October 30th, the GHS theatre program is hosting their annual Halloween themed carnival fundraiser. Starting at 1:00pm it will...

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