By: Ty Lounsbury As Valentine’s Day approaches, it is important to remember love goes beyond romantic relationships. Ancient Greeks had eight words for the different types of love: · Storge – familial love · Agape – selfless love for a community · Philautia – self love · Pragma – long-lasting love (usually for spouses) · …
By: Kody Hanor On Saturday, January 31, Wallenpaupack Area High School Student Council hosted the annual Semi-Formal Dance, held between the hours of 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. As the winter evening settled in, students arrived dressed in dresses, suits, and polished shoes. Friends gathered in front of a photo booth, capturing the moment before heading…
By: Jewel Dickerman The 68th Annual Grammy Awards lit up Los Angeles on February 1, 2026, celebrating some of the biggest names and brightest newcomers in the music industry. The evening was packed with show-stopping performances, emotional tributes, and well-deserved wins across every genre. The night’s top honor, Album of the Year, went to Bad Bunny for Debí Tirar…
By: Ty Lounsbury Our skin is our largest organ, and it needs our attention, especially in winter months. Here’s some things to keep your skin healthy and clean: · Use lotions, body oils, and other hydrating products. · It’s a good habit to look through the ingredients of whichever products you consider buying (most…
By: Jewel Dickerman Wallenpaupack Area High School freshman Emma Ey has earned an incredible honor—being selected to join the 2026 U.S. U-16 Women’s National Field Hockey Team. Her achievement places her among the top young athletes in the nation and highlights her dedication, skill, and passion for the sport. Emma’s journey with Team USA continues this February, when…
By: Jewel Dickerman The Paupack Press would like to congratulate Civil Air Patrol Cadet Second Lieutenant Chase Predmore on earning the highly respected Billy Mitchell Award—a major milestone within the Civil Air Patrol program. This achievement marks Chase’s transition from cadet non-commissioned officer to cadet officer, recognizing his dedication to leadership, aerospace education, physical fitness, and strong…
These are Coco the Chocolate Lab and Winnie the Shih Tzu mix. Coco was born at a shelter in Mississippi on Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), hence the name “Coco”. She is a goofy girl with a lot of energy! Winnie is a feisty girl who rules the roost. We call her…
By: Jewel Dickerman Wallenpaupack Area High School once again proved that creativity and talent thrive within its halls. In this year’s 2026 Scholastic Art and Writing Competition, Paupack students made a remarkable impression among 21 participating schools from across the region. Out of 133 artworks selected for regional recognition, an incredible 28 pieces were created by Wallenpaupack Area students—a true testament to…
By: Sophia Braida Damon Jones, a junior at Wallenpaupack, has become a familiar and energizing presence on the Unified Bocce team. Known for being one of the most supportive voices on the court, Damon is always cheering on his teammates, offering encouragement, and stepping in with guidance whenever someone needs it. His supportive nature, outgoing…
