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Willow Barry illustrates some of Booktok's favorite topics and tropes.

“Booktok” and the new age of reading

AURELIA HARRISON, Editor in Chief January 16, 2024

Contrary to popular belief, the era of reading is not over. If you’re someone who enjoys literature and has been on TikTok in the past year or so, you’ve probably come across book-related content at...

The prompt calendar for McftB's monthly reading challenge.

New year, new reading challenge

AURELIA HARRISON, Editor in Chief January 5, 2024

The Bookstore of Gloucester is partnering with the Massachusetts Center for the Book for their official 2024 Reading Challenge.  Each month has a different prompt, starting with January: “A book...

Holiday Concert Poster

GHS music department presents holiday concert

LEXI THOMAS, Staff Writer December 19, 2023

This Thursday, the Gloucester High School  Jazz Band, Chorus, and Concert band will take to the GHS stage to perform their annual Holiday Concert for family, friends, and the Gloucester Community. The...

Art by Cyan Clements

Christmas gift ideas for your confusing dad

AURELIA HARRISON, Editor in Chief December 12, 2023

Christmas is coming, and many of us have a problem. You have a father, and you have no idea what to get him. Your siblings, your friends, and even your mom are easier targets. But what do you get for your...

Willow Barry illustrates the film's two major recurring symbols: songbirds and snakes.

The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes: The Hunger Games prequel we needed

AURELIA HARRISON, Editor in Chief November 27, 2023

*This review contains no plot-based spoilers.* After massive anticipation from casual viewers and rabid fans alike, “The Hunger Games” prequel, “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes”, has finally...

Show artwork by Melody Mattson

GHS Drama brings classic “Little Women” to life this weekend

FINN WALL, News Editor November 16, 2023

This Thursday, the GHS Drama Club’s production of ‘Little Women’ hits the stage, an adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic 1868 novel. The play has been in production for two months, and stars...

Kicked off the bus members Henry Goulart, David Berg, Brandon Blatchford, Sam Pallazolla, and Elliana Parsons

“Kicked off the Bus” hits the Gloucester music scene

SANTANA FARIA, Staff Writer November 14, 2023

Whether it’s Taylor Swift or Rihanna, every musical artist begins their career on a smaller scale. For the band “Kicked Off The Bus”, composed of Gloucester middle and high school students, their...

Eric Koch for Anefo, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons

The Beatles release final song “Now and Then” thanks to AI

FINN WALL, News Editor November 9, 2023

Last week marked a huge moment for both the history of music, and strangely enough, the history of artificial intelligence. The Beatles, one of the most influential bands of all time, released their final...

Cyan Clements sharpie drawing of Ghost Face from the movie "Scream"

This scary cult classic will make you SCREAM

Lexi Thomas, Staff Writer October 30, 2023

As the school year kicks off and the leaves turn, spooky season is officially upon us. Many enjoy some apple cider and pumpkin patch walking, while others find comfort in some sinister Halloween classics....

Ashlee Scola and Julia Warde pose with the film's poster on opening night

From sold-out concert to sold-out movie, “The Eras Tour” film arrives

ASHLEE SCOLA, Staff Writer October 27, 2023

It’s been a long time coming– the Eras Tour movie has finally hit theaters, adding a third installment to Taylor Swift’s filmography. What makes this film unique, however, is its mainstream success...

Ink sketch by Cyan Clements

Fall in love with these autumn artists

SANTANA FARIA, Staff Writer October 16, 2023

As the brisk fall air comes, the need for a perfect indie-folk playlist arises. If you're looking for music to enhance any autumn encounter, look no further than the six artists listed below. Mumford...

Willow Barry's artistic rendition of Doja Cat and the spider on the album cover of "Scarlet".

“Scarlet”: Does Doja Cat’s new album redeem her?

AURELIA HARRISON, Editor in Chief September 29, 2023

Recently, Doja Cat has been one of music’s most controversial figures. From media accusations of demonic alliances, to Doja herself claiming that her previous hit albums have been “cash grabs," Doja...

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