Congratulations to the newly elected members of the 2020-2021 WSHS Student Council! (From left): President – Cameron Butka; 1st VP – Nick Hipolito; Treasurer – Lenah Stefani; 2nd VP – Kelly Kennedy; Corresponding Secretary – Jaela Johnson; Recording Secretary – Abby Walsh
Congratulations to Coach Devinne Scott and the West Scranton High School girls’ tennis team! The team participated in the District II Team Tennis semifinals at Kirby Park in Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, October 15. The girls advanced to the District final for the first time in school history. Members of the team who participated are: Gabby Chantiloupe; Mia Butka;Madison…
When fall is on its way, so many of us dread the thought of the coming colder weather. The first cold breeze sends a shudder down the spine of summer lovers, and they immediately start stocking up on blankets and movies for hibernation until spring, only to come out for the family visit to the pumpkin patch.…
Think about the last time you had to do “spring cleaning” or move. Were you able to get rid of your wonderful belongings with cold-hearted ease? Or did it feel like you were sacrificing a kitten with every item you had to discard? Many people are emotionally attached to their possessions. It can be difficult to…
Valley View’s Dylan Howanitz will continue his academic and baseball career at West Chester University. Seated left to right: Adam Howanitz, Eileen Howanitz, Dylan Howanitz, George Howanitz and Addison Howanitz Standing left to right: Dr. Michael Boccella, Superintendent; Larry Pegula, Assistant Principal; Chris Killiany, Athletic Director; Chris Mendicino, Principal; and Jason Munley, Head Baseball Coach.
Recently, five members of the Western Wayne chapter of Future Business Leaders of America were recognized during the FBLA National Leadership Experience, The team of Lenny Maiocco, Sydney Peet, Darlene Black, Kate Mattern, and Lena Piccolino captured a third-place award in the Parliamentary Procedure event. This year’s National Leadership Conference was originally scheduled for Salt…
Valley View’s Tony Carmadella will continue his academic and golf career at the University of Scranton. Front left is mother Jill Carmadella, Tony Carmadella, and father Tony Carmadella Back left Coach Addley and Athletic Director Chris Killiany.
This summer may look a little different than past summers. But that doesn’t mean summer 2020 has to be a bummer. Don’t focus on all the summer activities that have been cancelled or put on the unsafe list—instead, think about the positive, and all the wonderful things you can still do at home or while…
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As hospitals, doctors, and other medical providers combat COVID-19, they are also struggling with their supply of the necessary protective equipment in order to safely care for those who are ill. Marywood University is trying to reduce medical staffs’ anxiety about not being properly equipped by donating its supplies of vital medical equipment to local…
Don’t let this setback be the story of your life. Yes, this is a very scary time but don’t let it consume you. Every problem has a solution. Take the time to allow solutions to flow. We all want instant gratification, but remember there’s nothing wrong in sometimes letting things run their course. Think positive…
Due to Governor Wolf’s urging of no gatherings over 250 people statewide, The SATs for March 14th will be postponed. The makeup date is March 28th.
MMI Preparatory School sophomore Rachael Betz earned a First Award and perfect score and was recognized with an Excellence Award in Microbiology at the Pennsylvania Junior Academy of Science (PJAS) Regional Competition at Wilkes University on Feb. 29 after receiving MMI’s 2019-2020 Science National Honor Society grant that she used to fund her research project…