By: Jewel Dickerman As winter nights grow longer, Jewish families around the world begin to celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights—an eight-day holiday filled with warmth, joy, and tradition. This year, Hanukkah brings together ancient history and modern celebrations, reminding people of the power of hope and perseverance. Hanukkah commemorates a miracle that took place more than…
By: Ty Lounsbury Although it is Christmas season, we shouldn’t forget about the other holidays this month. Did you know that Hannukah was this past Monday? Most people have heard of Hannukah, but here are some facts you might not know about it: · In addition to its spiritual and religious celebrations, Hanukkah celebrates…
Photo credit to Tanya Cunningham By: Molly Cunningham It was a big week for the Lady Buckhorns, as they played two very tough teams. On Tuesday, December 9, they traveled to Crestwood to face the Lady Comets. They knew it was going to be a hard fight for both teams, so they battled as…
By: Jewel Dickerman As the year ends, millions of people across the United States and around the world gather to celebrate Kwanzaa, a seven-day holiday that honors African heritage, community, and culture. Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is a time for reflection, pride, and togetherness. Celebrated from December 26 to January 1, Kwanzaa is…
By: Sutton Rizzo These Christmas ornaments are a great use of your time and would look great on your Christmas tree. Materials: · Cardboard · Glue · Yarn Step 1: Cut shapes for the ornaments from cardboard. · Cut out a cardboard circle for the wreath · Draw and cut out a cardboard star. Step…
By: Nora Warner Photo By: Philip Stucker The Wallenpaupack Area High School Concert and Jazz Bands performed their winter concert on December 3. The Jazz Band (pictured) is an auditioned group that typically rehearses on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. The program for the Jazz Band featured year-round favorites including an arrangement of Bridge Over…
By: Reilly Buselli As graduation nears, senior Jaslene Toro is using art as not only a passion, but also as a possible path into her future. Jaslene has been a student at Wallenpaupack since her freshman year, and she has loved art for as long as she can remember and has found joy in working…
By: Kody Hanor Ingredients: · 3½ cups all-purpose flour · 1 tsp baking soda · ½ tsp salt · 1 Tbsp ground ginger · 1 Tbsp ground cinnamon · ½ tsp ground allspice · ½ tsp ground cloves · 10 Tbsp (about 142 g) unsalted butter, softened · ¾ cup packed brown sugar · ⅔…
