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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...

Art by Julia Warde

A beginner’s guide to crystals

ASHLEE SCOLA, Staff Writer September 18, 2023

School is back in session and stress is high for many students. In times of overwhelming feelings, it may be hard to know exactly where to turn for support, answers, or solutions. Sometimes, it’s better...

Graphic courtesy of the Gloucester Lyceum and Sawyer Free Library

Sawyer Free Library to celebrate groundbreaking with Lego event

FINN WALL, News Editor September 13, 2023

Lego and library fans, mark your calendars! Our local Sawyer Free Library is going to be holding ‘Lets Build Together’, a Lego event to celebrate the groundbreaking of the new and modern library building. The...

Cyan Clements' artistic rendition of the Fantastic Planet movie poster.

Welcome to the Fantastic Planet

SAWYER TOWNE, Contributor June 2, 2023

The giant, blue, alien-like Draags have created a beautiful, advanced, and innovative society. Their strange meditations and way of life separates them from the natural world they live in, with the exception...

GHS students raise the Pride Flag at Gloucester City Hall.

Why we celebrate pride in June

MICHAEL MERCHANT, Contributor June 1, 2023

Everyone knows Pride month is in June, but why is that? The answer can be explained with a brief history of the Stonewall Riots. The Stonewall Riots were a turning point for gay liberation. The LGBTQ...

Aurelia Harrison's personal copy of "Sounds of Silence" on vinyl.

Old School Album Review: Sounds of Silence

AURELIA HARRISON, Features and Opinions Editor May 31, 2023

The 60s and 70s were a golden age for folk and rock music. Live concerts were taking the nation by storm, radio stations and record labels were rising to power, and there to meet them was an unsuspecting...

Saona Isla is located right next to Yuma, in La Altagracia province

Travel to another island this summer: visit the DR

SHEILA MEDRANO, Staff Writer May 23, 2023

Summer is almost here, and if  you're looking for a reason to go to the Dominican Republic, here are 4 amazing places to spend a week of your summer vacation! Saona Isla is located right next to Yuma,...

Willow Barry reimagines the cover of "five seconds flat".

Fall in love with Lizzy McAlpine’s “five seconds flat”

SCARLETT BERGE, Contributor May 22, 2023

Lizzy McAlpine’s "five seconds flat" (stylized in all lowercase), released April 8, 2022, is a masterfully crafted alternative indie-pop album with an essence of rock cleverly woven in. From nostalgic...

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