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Captain, Senior Matt Misiaszek, handles the ball in a soccer game of his junior year at Londonderry High School. Misiazek and his teammates were able to pull out a win due to his impeccable skills on defense. He protected the net throughout the whole game and played his heart out.

Senior Matt Misiaszek turns injury into perseverance

Sarah Tsetsilas, Reporter | December 10, 2021

When senior Matt Misiaszek  heard the doctor say he had torn his ACL during his second pre-season game, he was “pretty devastated.”   “But at that moment I knew I needed to work harder...

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Sophomore Michaela Horan holds in her hands the novel she's been writing since the fourth grade. 'Rolling Hills and the Lost Key of Peachtree Palace' was published in September 2021.

Sophmore hopes her recently published novel can ‘become like a home’ to her readers

Emma Desrosiers, Assistant Editor-in-Chief | December 9, 2021

Her hands hit the keyboard at the speed of light, but it doesn’t seem fast enough. Her brain whirls with ideas and she sits back to catch her breath to relieve herself from the excitement at the words...

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Sophomore Mackenzie Gainey's favorite ornament is the African symbol of eternal family, because it reminds her of her father who works in the army, and represents that her that her family will "be together forever."

Lancers share memories behind their favorite Christmas ornaments

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | December 7, 2021

The holiday season brims with memories; the cherished, even the unpleasant. And some of these memories are preserved through ornaments hanging on a Christmas tree. Here are the tales behind some Lancer’s...

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The cast excitedly awaits their opening night. Before the first show, there were lots of emotions. “It was surreal knowing that we were finally here at this point,” Egan said. “Because of how far we’ve come in a short amount of time.”

Student talent comes alive in ‘The Sound of Music’ performance

Jillian Mazzola, Reporter | December 3, 2021

She never saw The Sound of Music musical because she stereotyped it as “old.” And initially, she wasn’t planning on even auditioning for the show. But when sophomore Kelly Egan was approached by...

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The KATE Project flyer provides ample information about the program.

LHS staff member creates the KATE Project to continue Kate Sherwood’s legacy

Abby Foley, Executive Features Editor | December 1, 2021

Mrs. Kate Sherwood has a legacy that staff member Ms. Melissa Romein wants to continue to share through a project she came up with called the KATE Project. The KATE Project stands for kindness, asking,...

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From teammates and friends to peers among LHS, Morgynne has made an impact on our community. Here are some words from those who reflect on their memories with her.

Our words to Morgynne

Katie Huggins, Lifestyle Editor | November 21, 2021

"Morgynne, words cannot express how absolutely heartbroken I am. There is so much I want to say, so many things I wanted to do with you. We've been through hell and back together and I'm so grateful...

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Juniors Bella Elguezabal and Olivia Colliton style loose-fitting baggy jeans.

Fashion Friday: students express fall 2021 fashion

Fashion trends these days seem to be going in and out of style faster than we can wear them. What’s hot one week is outdated by the next week. With this, students of LHS share their thoughts on some of the most current trends and styles.
Megan Standifer, Assistant Editor in Chief | November 19, 2021

PlayBoy Clothing Playboy, a brand you would not expect to see in a youth store. From chains to sweatpants, the bunny rabbit emblem can be seen everywhere.  “A lot of it looks trashy,” senior...

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As the sun sets on the beach, Millis dances to the sound of crashing waves against the sand. “Music isn’t the only thing you can dance to,” Millis said.

Senior Alea Millis dances love, joy and passion

Catie Brown, Copy Chief | November 15, 2021

The bell sounds, signaling the end of H period, and she breathes out a sigh, that isn’t of relief. She picks up her backpack and makes a beeline towards the classroom door, while her mind is busy organizing...

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An art piece representing the negative emotions within the shadow self.

Stepping into the darkness: Shadow work explained

Katie Huggins, Lifestyle Editor | November 9, 2021

Everything has a shadow, whether it be a shadow cast by the sun or another light source, every object will create this reflection, but there’s one thing every shadow has in common: darkness. Physically,...

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Salem, MA has a lot of fun activities to offer.

Witch way to go in Salem

Courtney Clark, Editor-in-Chief | November 5, 2021

From movies to urban legends, Salem, Mass. is nationally recognized for the Witch Trials that took place in 1692. Films such as "Hocus Pocus” and “The Crucible” depict the stories of the trials,...

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Knowing the right time to leave a job can be hard, but actually quitting is harder. Here are a few steps you can follow to make sure your resignation is professional.

Quitting a job isn’t easy, so make sure you do it right

Courtney Clark, Editor-in-Chief | October 19, 2021

Quitting is a difficult thing to do. Whether you are scared of what your management will think or are fed up with the company, you want to make sure your resignation is professional and a calm transition. The...

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Photo by Mary DeWinkleer

Admin serves up smiles on workshop day

Megan Standifer, Assistant Editor in Chief | October 16, 2021

LHS Admin showed their appreciation for the LHS staff by surprising them with lunch. After the teacher workshop on Friday, Oct. 15, admin served up hotdogs, hamburgers, potato salad, and watermelon. [foogallery...

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