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A single person’s guide to Valentine’s Day

BAILEY SAPUTO, Staff Writer February 11, 2020

Being single on Valentine’s Day can be pretty difficult, even sad. But it doesn’t have to be. If your February isn’t peppered with conversation hearts and flowers, you definitely are not alone.  There...

Why soccer is better than football

Why soccer is better than football

OWEN HARDY, Staff Writer February 7, 2020

In the United States, American football is widely considered the most popular sport to watch. Every Sunday from September to January, NFL games dominate multiple channels, often for more than 3 hours at...

7 things to do on a Sunday now that football is over

7 things to do on a Sunday now that football is over

DYLAN ORLANDO, Staff Writer February 6, 2020

Football season is over and many of us are now left wondering what to do with our time. Well, as you know from the headline, you’re in luck. Here are seven things to do on a Sunday now that football...

Superbowl Sunday: What's a Pats fan to do?

Superbowl Sunday: What’s a Pats fan to do?

DYLAN ORLANDO, Staff Writer January 31, 2020

So the Patriots aren’t in the Super Bowl this year. Yes, many of us are surprised, but there is still fun to be had when viewing the big game on February 2nd. Sure there’s still the heavily anticipated...

How to survive midterm stress

How to survive midterm stress

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer January 21, 2020

It's that time of year again. When pressure is put on students to do well on midterm exams. In the span of three days, we are expected to excel in tests on 7 different subjects. How does one prepare for...

Patriots took on the Tennessee Titans on January 4th at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro

Can we stop talking about the Patriots for once?

ANDREW COELHO, Staff Writer January 14, 2020

On Saturday, January 4, the New England Patriots started off the new decade with a tough playoff loss to the Tennessee Titans. I understand the grief of such a loss as I am a New England native. I’ve...

Shelf featuring Louisa May Alcott's work at Dogtown Books on Main Street.

Little Women does justice to Alcott’s vision

MILA BARRY, Staff Writer, Editor January 13, 2020

Little Women, Louisa May Alcott’s long-beloved coming of age novel, has been a staple of children’s literature for over a century. With her uniquely insightful authorship, Alcott poignantly posed questions...

I'm sorry Peloton bike girl

I’m sorry Peloton bike girl

CAROLINE MCKAY, Staff Writer December 11, 2019

Peloton’s new ad shows a young woman coming downstairs to an exercise bike on Christmas morning. Throughout the commercial the young woman is seen vlogging her experience as she uses her new bike. The...

A sailboat in Smith Cove near Rocky Neck in Gloucester Harbor

Two towns, one school

MILA BARRY, Staff Writer, Editor November 25, 2019

As with any two towns, the relationship between Gloucester and Rockport is a veritable soup of anthropology.  But as the 21st century begins to bring about change in the demographic and economic situations...

Colin Kaepernick kneels during the National Anthem to protest police brutality and racial inequality in the U.S.

The Case for Kap

OWEN HARDY, Staff Writer November 22, 2019

On Saturday November 16, Colin Kaepernick took the field for an NFL event for the first time in over two and a half years. The former 49ers quarterback participated in a workout with reps from multiple...

GHS needs more teachers of color

GHS needs more teachers of color

DARCY MULLER, Staff Writer November 8, 2019

Many factors go into creating a successful student including hard work, determination, and punctuality, but these qualities start with the teachers themselves.  It is no surprise that the highest achieving...

Save the world, go vegan

Save the world, go vegan

CAMERON MACDONALD, Staff Writer November 8, 2019

At a time when issues like climate change, American obesity, and animal cruelty are coming to the forefront, people may be looking for an accessible way to make a positive impact. If you’re one of these...

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