FalconaireA Publication of Monmouth Regional High School November 2008 • volume 47 • issue 02 =

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Coming in 2011, the Tinton Falls All three Steinberger boys, freshman Hayrides, family activities, shows, and Borough Council has debated whether Mark, sophomore Eric, and senior Kevin ghoulish fun are some of the best ways to get or not they should begin to construct a are working together this year in hopes of in the Halloween spirit! brand new library... bringing victory to the team. – page 02 – page 03 – page 05 T he Financial Crisis With Economic options dwindling, where is the country to turn?

Max Vandervliet ‘09 staff Writer as this economic nomic Stabilization Act of 2008 is would be purchased to bring re- said Ken Friedman, financial downgrade a total un- a bill which extensively outlines lief to individual companies and advisor of New Jersey company, Don’t miss an Wforseen surprise? No, the agenda for full relief, reform, at a later date, sold at higher pric- Provisional Supply. not in the least bit. It had been and recovery. Sound familiar? es to yield speculative profits for The Bailout Bill pro- issue! Have all predicted a long time coming in Think back to U.S. the federal vides relief by allowing many that the increase in housing prices History II. The ques- g o v e r n - companies who are currently un- 8 issues mailed and sky rocketing stock portfolios tion, though, is will ment. In der great financial strain, to relax beginning in the turn of the centu- history repeat itself effect, this enough to regroup themselves and to your house ry would eventually have to come and all will be saved? would help then commence forward. Addi- down. It is basic principle, what Or is America and her to regulate tionally, this bill provides reform by subscrib- goes up must come down and the revered middle class the econ- for the future by weeding out po- volatile American economy was entering into unchart- omy and tentially poor companies. To that ing to the no exception. The only question ed territories? therefore end, it also prevents monopolies, “Falconaire” was when would it happen, and “I am not so d e c r e a s e or control of an industry by one too many people took the gamble sure that we [Ameri- the grow- corporation by lending money to for only $10. and lost. In efforts to help out cans] can pull it off ing number certain and pre-approved strug- pocket-empty and bank-broke this time,” comment- of bank- gling companies. Contact Mrs. Americans, many different ideas ed senior Brianna Sas- r u p t c i e s Although it is arguably a have been proposed. Suggestions Ciampoli, “We are not seen each brilliant collage of teamwork on Collett for fired from every direction includ- all united behind a day on Wall behalf of the American people, ing those of Secretary of Treasury universally popular Street. the Emergency Stabilization Act more informa- Henry Paulson, countless mem- and effective leader “ T h e of 2008 is the most current and tion. bers of Congress, individual citi- and are too diverse as a country to Emergency Stabilization Act is a best articulated weapon we have zens, and even President Bush. so easily settle such a large prob- brilliantly constructed bill which to combat the ferocity of an eco- Finally after much debate and lem.” would give sound and lasting nomic recession. Just as seen Look for future many relentless beatings taken by The Bailout Bill itself structure to the economy on the in history, only time will tell if the Wall Street financials, a “Bail- calls for 700 billion dollars to be basis of consideration of all situa- America has idealized another stories updating out Bill” was chosen and compro- given to the Treasury department. tions. Its only flaw is that it may crisis averting tactic or if the mised on by Congress. Using this money, assets from take a little more time than de- Bailout Bill will sink and drag the the economy. The Emergency Eco- the financially weak companies sired for it to work effectively,” economy further into recession. Shopping Sense Katie Hieber ‘11 and lyndsay Kutiak ‘12 Features editor and staff Writer or the entire 2008-2009 Decision 2008 school year, the PTSA and Results from MRHS’s mock election held on October 28 Fthe Board of Education haveenrolled Monmouth Re- gional in a fundraising program entitled “School Sense” at Mon- mouth Mall. Although the MRHS President: Senate: House: involvement has been announced them in, the school receives an on the morning news several equivalent point amount that will times, most students are unaware be credited to the chosen school. of the details of this program. Later, a representative for the “I do not even know what that school decides what new school is,” said freshman Gabby Yosui- supplies will be bought with the co. accumulated points. Even if they are aware that this Along with Monmouth Region- 66% 22% 66% 30% 63% 27% program is available, most do not al, several other schools such as participate in it. Marine Academy of Science and “I know what it is, but I do not Technology (MAST) and Ran- actually do it,” sophomore Mar- ney School participate in School cus Johnson said. Sense. So far, Monmouth Re- Barack John Frank Dick Rush Alan School Sense is a fairly simple gional has raised a total of 7,177 Obama McCain Lautenburg Zimmer Holt Bateman program. All you have to do is re- points, which is about average (D) (R) (D) (R) (D) (R) turn your cash register receipts to compared to most of the schools. the customer service center and Math teacher Mrs. Ayer said, Turn to page 4 for more election coverage. tell them which school you would “In the era of failed budgets, any like to donate to. Upon turning form of revenue is a good one.” 2 November 2008 news/features Falconaire 3..2..1..Good-Bye Hello Beautiful Dennis Murachanian ‘11 Michelle Leonardo ‘09 Sports Editor Staff Writer *eing a teenager is not always easy. You start dating an* amaz- ing person but find out they are cheating on you. Someone Byou thought was your best friend talks about you behind your back. In the middle of it all, you wake up with a terrible pim- ple smack in the middle of your forehead! Now it is impossible to avoid the cheating partner or back-stab- bing best friend, but you can have glowing skin. There are many myths about how to prevent pimples or how to get rid of them. For example, putting toothpaste on it can cause a giant blister. Wash- ing your face three times a day will just leave you with dry, itchy skin. About 99% of the time, what you hear only myths. The truth is, having great skin just takes three steps: Cleansing, exfoliating and moisturizing.

he six story battered struc- ing. Next, the rest of the building performed safely, the EPA (En- ture that stands at the cen- will be peeled to the ground. Af- vironmental Protection Agency) Cleansers ter of Tinton Avenue will ter six weeks of the start date, bit and the OSHA (Occupation Safe- Clinique Acne Solutions Cleansing Foam T This light foam is mild and medicated to clear and prevent be demolished as announced by by bit, the building structure will ty and Health Administration) the Costal Monmouth Bureau on come down. will stand on duty throughout all acne. Clinique’s acne solution line does not only come September 24, 2008. The demol- “I think it is attracting attention,” working hours to make sure that with the cleanser, but also with a toner and moisturizer. $17.50 ishment is planned to start two said Mr. Modoni. air quality inspections pass. All products compliment each other very well. to three weeks following this an- In a 40 minute meeting on For students driving to Kate Somerville Gentle Daily Wash nouncement. September 30, neighbors met school or on that road, the traffic While her products may be a bit pricey, they work Superintendent Mr. Cleary said, to discuss the demolition plan. flow will change adding a fourth miracles. Not only is her cleanser great, but her entire “I hope what they put in there will They explained that the ending direction of traffic after the com- line really clears your skin and leaves it smooth and be something that is environmen- result will be a foundation on the pletion of the development. The glowing. $32 tal friendly.” 39 acre property of senior citizen intersection will also cause an in- Cetaphil The demolition will not in- homes covering the entire land crease of traffic making it harder This is not a well known product, but ask any der- volve any types of explosives and development. for anyone to pass or turn to get to matologist and they will tell you that this is the best will not implode the area. It has “I hope it is put to good use,” the high school. This could cause product out there. Cetaphil was created for normal, been announced that it is to be Mr. Buckiewicz says. “I am hop- people to sit at the light even lon- combination, or oily skin. Its non-irritating formula re- taken down in steps, starting with ing that there will be a commu- ger making some students late for moves surface oils, dirt, and makeup without leaving skin the liquidation of the 654,000 nity center with a tennis court or school. So with the increase of feeling tight or overly dry. $10.75 square feet of asbestos tiles that a pool.” traffic, students will have to start covering the unoccupied build- To make sure the demolition is leaving earlier to get to school. Exfoliators Mario Badescu Almond & Honey Face Scrub Mario Badescu products first hit the shelves in 2004 and are now Do We Really Need It? favorites of many celebrities like Heidi Klum and Jennifer Anis- ton. This scrub gently exfoliates and refines dry, flaky skin and Lyndsay Kutiak ’12 dulling build up. $15 Staff Writer Kiehls Milk, Honey and Almond Scrub ired of our town’s small old that they have to think about. also an 80,000 square foot down- It gently removes dirt and dead skin. This library? Coming in 2011, “The problem is, we do not town project. milk, honey and almond combination leaves the Tinton Falls Borough know all the costs associated Even though almost everyone T your skin feeling extra soft. $14.50 Council has debated whether or with running this kind of library,” in Tinton Falls would enjoy a new not they should begin to construct said Council president Michael place to go, with the economy Murad Exfoliating Fruit Enzyme Mask a brand new library which is more Skudera. “I have been asking for right now, is it really necessary Reveal newer, softer skin with this natural than eight times bigger then the months, but I have not been able to spend millions of dollars on retexturizing treatment. $30 size of our library now. This new to get them. We need to get these something we do not necessarily library is designed to be 24,000 to numbers together to understand need? Moisturizers 27,000 square feet and could cost the yearly impact.” “We are in scary times,” said Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel up to 6.8 million dollars. Another location that the library Councilman Ford. “New Jersey This new gel was created to maintain optimal mois- The architects are planning could be is where Fort Monmouth might not be far behind Califor- ture balance for skins comfortable in the cheeks but to place this immense building is now. The council is asking for nia, where that state cannot pay oily in the t-zone or oily all over. This gel softens, where the former borough hall nine parcels of land from Fort their bills. We have to be careful smoothes, and improves. $28 used to be. Monmouth. If the council gets about spending.” We would all Although many council mem- that location, then they think that like a new library but there might Decleor Hydra Floral Crème Hydratante bers and residents think this is a it could be turned into not only be other things that New Jersey Decleor is a company that originated in Paris. All great idea, there are other things a 20,000 square foot library but needs first of their products are reliable, but this moisturizer leaves skin feeling extremely soft. It combines plant extracts and essential oils that relaxes skin and provides continuous hydration. $54 Remember to give each new product at least two weeks to become effective. Although we wish it would work overnight, every product takes it time.

For more articles, click the “Falconaire Online” link on the MRHS website. The Falconaire Editorial Policy Co-Editors in Chief Layout Team Staff Writers Tannu Singh Max Vandervliet The Falconaire will accept written and graphic material for publication in Michelle Futerfas Michelle Futerfas Lindsey Ahern Stephen Weber Evan Gallinetti Michelle Gundel Melanie Cicirelli the Falconaire from students, faculty, and administrators provided it is of interest Krista Wright Features Editor Katie Hieber Sarah Cobuzzi and value. We reserve the right to reject any material that we consider inappropriate. Angelica DeFilippis Andrew Young Katie Hieber Tannu Singh The Falconaire reserves the right to edit any material received for publication. Lyndsay Kutiak Keona George Chris Zwieg Opinions Editor Stephen Weber Michelle Gundel Devan Marotta Statement of Purpose Photography Jimmie King Sports Editor Lindsey Ahern Elizabeth Kurau To provide a graphic forum of dialogue and expression. To provide the Michelle Leonardo Lyndsay Kutiak Cara Mullin school and community with information concerning the important issues and ac- Technology Editor Vanessa Linder tivities pertaining to students, faculty, and administration. To publish an interesting, Adviser Cara Mullin Stephen Weber Dawn Collett readable newspaper satisfying the needs of the students and the Monmouth Regional Dennis Murachanian Isadora Quelhas community.

TCID:BW 3 November 2008 features Falconaire Falconaire’s Halloween Superlatives! Michelle Gundel‘09 & Katie heiber ‘11, Mrs. collett Staff Writer & Features Editor

Best Boy Group Best Girl Group

Juniors Ross Reed, Andrew Eager, Anthony Milano, seniors Jenny Hughes, Karlee Butler, Krystina and Brennan Smith as the Jamaican Bobsled Team Most oriGinal Forbes, and Stephanie Ronan as the Four Seasons senior Carlye Bianco as the Magic School Bus

Best HoMeMade

Best look-a-like sophoMore Sean Wire as the Volkswagen Bug Best teacHer costuMe

senior Dan Manfredi as Coach Sped Math teacher Mrs. Ayer as a character from the film “The Birds” Halloween Hot Spots Michelle Gundel‘09 Staff Writer alloween is a widely rides decked out just for Hallow- fruits and vegetables. They have is also very well known for apple Haunted Hayride which runs ev- celebrated holiday. The een. However, beware that when all the goods needed to satisfy picking. ery Friday, Saturday, and Sun- communities within six o’clock comes around, hu- your sweet tooth. From freshly Senior Jessica Smith says, “I day from 7pm - 10pm. The ride H man monsters and zombies walk Monmouth County celebrate baked pumpkin pies to sugary drive through Colts Neck a lot and will take you through 30 acres of each year with numerous forms the park with numerous spooky candy apples, you will not leave everytime I pass those apple trees haunted farmland past T-Rex and of entertainment. If you are a fan props. General admission tickets disappointed. Delicious Orchards I just want to stop and pick one. Mad Scientist Dr. Pablo. of Halloween, you should be sure to the park are $49.99 They look so good.” Junior Nicole Rothchild to go out and experience some of for the day. For a combination of says, “Hayrides and costumes are the fall thrills. Hayrides, family Senior Jessyca Risa says, haunted rides and sea- my favorite part of Halloween. I activities, shows, and ghoulish “I love the parade in the sonal fruits, Casola think me and my friends are go- fun are some of the best ways to beginning when all the Farms in Holmdel, is ing to go on some hayrides this get in the Halloween spirit! monsters come around popular among the stu- year.” Six Flags Great Adven- and I hate the clowns dents of Monmouth. Ca- As you can see, our ture, located in Jackson, hosts its they are so scary.” sola Farms offers three neighboring areas offer many annual Fright Fest every week- For a daytime adventures for the price Halloween festivities for mem- end in October. Fright Fest con- activity, you may want of one with their annual bers of the local community. tains numerous family activities, to travel to Delicious Or- corn maze, hay rides, and trick-or-treating, hay rides, stom- chards located on Route pumpkin patches. This ach dropping roller coasters, and 34 in Colts Neck to pick Halloween, Casola Farms from a variety of fresh presents their Night Time 4 November 2008 news Falconaire Decision ‘08

John McCain BarackCara Mullin‘09 and Tannu Obama Singh Katie Hieber ‘11 Staff Writer Features Editor

Abortion: Abortion: Barack Obama opposes a proposed constitutional amendment to overturn In 2003, Senator John McCain voted for the Prohibit Partial Birth Abortion the Supreme Court’s decision in Roe v Wade, the historic Supreme Court bill. He also supports the Supreme Court ruling upholding the Partial Birth case that legalized abortion in the United States. Obama disagreed with Abortion Ban Act. the Supreme Court ruling to uphold the “Partial Birth Abortion Ban Act.” signed by President Bush, that prohibits women from having abortions af- Education: ter the first twelve weeks of pregnancy. As president, McCain would continue the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), claiming it the beginning of educational reform. He proposes Education: devoting five percent of Title II funding to states to recruit teachers who Obama says the overall goal of Bush’s “No Child Left Behind Act,” which graduate in the top 25 percent of their class. requires public schools to meet test standards to receive federal funding, needs work. Obama hopes to reduce the high school dropout rate by en- Guns: couraging parents to take a greater role in their child’s education at home McCain supports instant criminal background checks on people purchas- and at school. He proposes making community colleges completely free in ing guns; however, he opposes restrictions on assault weapon. McCain America. believes in the confiscation of firearms from private citizens.

Guns: Health Care: Obama supports instant criminal background checks on people purchasing The candidate believes families should be able to purchase a nationwide guns. He wants to permanently reinstate the assault weapons ban, which health insurance that carries across state lines and that their policy should outlawed 19 types of military-style assault weapons. Obama voted for the follow them from job to job. He wants to increase awareness while ex- 2005 child safety lock amendment. panding community health centers.

Healthcare: Same Sex Marriage: Obama says he will create a national health insurance program for indi- McCain believes the institution of marriage is a union between one man viduals who do not have health care from their employers or do not qualify and one woman. He also says states and local governments should set their for federal programs. He wants required coverage for all children and those own marriage policies. His campaign says gay adoption is a state issue and under 25 to be covered through their parents plan. he does not endorse any federal legislation.

Same Sex Marriage: Economy: Barack Obama opposes same-sex marriage but is also against a constitu- McCain supported the $700 billion Wall Street bailout. He also supported tional ban on it. He supports full civil unions which give same-sex couples increasing the federal insurance for money deposited in personal bank ac- equal legal rights and privileges as married couples. counts to $250,000. He proposed a plan to ease mortgage troubles by di- recting the federal government to buy up bad mortgage loans from banks Economy and homeowners. Senator Barack Obama advocates a $50 billion emergency economic stimulus plan. The money would be used to provide 1 million jobs for re- Energy: building infrastructures like bridges, dams, roads, and airports. The money McCain suggests a national energy strategy that will rely on the techno- would also go to creating jobs. logical ability of American industry and science. McCain is planning work to reduce carbon emissions to 60 percent below 1990 levels of 5017.5 mil- Energy: lion metric tons by 2050. Obama would require that ten percent of U.S. energy would come from renewable energy sources like wind power, solar power, and geothermal Environment: energy. Obama advocates funding for energy efficient vehicles and appli- With the help of Senator Joseph Lieberman, McCain introduced the Cli- ances. mate Stewardship and Innovation Act of 2007 that reduces the nation’s greenhouse gases through trading markets and the deployment of advanced Environment: technologies. He would want to use alternative energy sources. Obama would enact an economy wide-cap and trade program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He would reward forest owners, farmers, and ranchers who plant trees, restore grasslands, or use farming practices that Iraq: reduce carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. McCain does not believe in setting a timetable for withdrawal in Iraq. He says that economic progress is essential to sustaining security gains in Iraq Iraq: and that its neighbors should promote regional stability by directly invest- Obama would begin removing troops from Iraq within 16 months and com- ing the benefits of their oil exports in Iraq. plete the removal by 2010. He would keep some troops in Iraq to complete specific missions like targeting Al Qaeda, protecting U.S. members and diplomats, and supporting Iraqi security forces. “McCain will not expand govern- ment as vastly as Obama plans “ Obama cares about to.” - Junior Steven Berner every race, religion, and minority. “ -Senior Kelsey Darby

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sports Falconaire November 2008 November 6 November 2008 opinions Falconaire Economy Crisis Rock the Devan Marotta, Max Vandervliet, and Lindsey Ahern ‘09 Opinions Editor and Staff Writers Vote…Or Else So, how does the sudden change Tannu Singh ‘09 he steep drop in the market seem lost, the government is tak- in the economy affect students Staff Writer and value of the economy ing action and it has been pros- at Monmouth Regional? Most Ttoday can be blamed on pected that in time the market will students plan on going to college three problems that have grown right itself. and most universities cost well A merica is Many different options were dis- over 30,000 dollars a year. Many over time. Sub-prime mortgag- a country cussed and debated over in the parents had a plan to depend on es, or adjustable rate mortgages that runs quest to find the perfect solution the value of their house to in- (ARM), have built up over time. on democ- to the difficult problem of Amer- crease so they could take loans This means that over the past few racy and its ica’s financial crisis. Finally, out to finance their children’s years, banks have distributed low people have President Bush proposed a bill education. Since the market has loans, assuming the market would a say in who which allowed Secretary of Trea- crashed, banks and financial lend- continue to rise. Having given so runs their sury Henry Paulson to spend up ing institutions are not lending out many low loans, the banks all country. It to 700 billion dollars. The stipu- money. This means that people sank into debt and the sudden is easy to lation, however, was that he could will not receive credit cards and drop in the market threw away all shrug your auto loans as easily as before. the money they had intended s h o u l d e r s Also, the amount of money on using. Bank lending prac- and have a given out for student loans for tices have also been suspi- blasé atti- college is decreasing as well. cious over the past few years. tude towards Some students will no longer When handing out loans, such a great be able to attend the college banks tended to give loans honor. Sure, of their dreams due to money to people who may have not registering issues. been qualified for the amount to vote can Mr. Zorski says, “I tell they borrowed. The continu- be a pain but many students that they them- ous growth of industry also you have a selves can take out 10k a year led many to invest in busi- right to vote or 40k total. They have 10 ness that had billions of dol- and if you lars placed in questionable years to pay it back so, with a can, you is in recession. This is your col- loans. Overall, the assump- job, 4k a year is not too bad.” should. lege education on the line; your tion that Wall Street would If you are not consider- Sadly, the youth vote is very future job, not your grandpar- continue to grow lead inves- ing college just yet, you will underestimated. Election year ents.” tors to become smug and in- soon realize that your parents after election year the percent- Do not leave it up to vest recklessly. will not be spending as much. age of teens who actually vote them. Get out there and vote.” The market is still Since the holiday season is compared to other demograph- Young voters have to be an ac- slipping due to the fact that no only use it to purchase weak as- soon approaching, the amount of ics is pretty tive participant one solution can be settled on. sets from companies who were presents students receive may be small. It is in in a democracy. Many proposed that the govern- in extreme financial trouble. The limited. Parents may also cut back a rebellious Some think ment should step in and fund the insight behind this idea is that it on unnecessary spending such as teenager ’s “one vote does market to bring it back up. Those allows struggling businesses to eating out at restaurants. Also, ju- “‘One vote does nature to not make a dif- opposed to this plan, however, break free of their massive debt niors and seniors may lose their prove adults not make a differ- ference,” but claim that it interferes with the and other areas yielding them privileges to drive their parent’s w r o n g . the reality is United States’s Laize Faire sys- bankrupt. In effect, this permits car due to no fault of their own “We’ve al- ence,’ but the re- that every vote tem and borders on Communism. many of Wall Streets’ biggest but because gas prices are so high ways been counts. An in- The market drop not and most important corporations families may not be able to af- ality is that every so eager to dividual vote is only affects those involved in to continue doing business. Ad- ford a vacation for winter break, voice our like a whisper Wall Street business, it affects ditionally, this process allows the spring break, or even during the vote counts.” opinions to but the more people all across the nation, in- federal government, nicknamed summer. Students may possibly adults, vot- votes there are cluding students. “The Fed”, to make a profit in have to get a job to pay for their ing gives us the louder the Ms. Shaloo stated “The economy the long run. The Fed plans to own things to help parents save this opportunity,” says junior, voice gets. really weak.” sell these weak assets, purchased money. Even though students are Ellen Tse. You have a voice, get If you do not vote you really This emphasizes the dramatic from failing companies in the fu- not pleased with the condition out there and use it. have no right to complain about changes affecting those all across ture for a larger profit, which will of the economy, a lesson will be A lot of the hot issues directly decisions you do not like. the country. Although all may only boost the economy. learned on the value of a dollar. affect young voters, such as the “Vote because you can.” Sci- war in Iraq and education fund- ence teacher Mr. David, Goode ing in schools. Environmental says, “There are people who issues and the use of fossil fu- have risked their lives to come Rap with your Frap els versus renewable energy is a to this country to have freedom Stephen Weber ‘10 concern for the generation who and the right to vote. Some Technology Editor is inheriting the problems of our Americans take the right to o w look out for them), go home and parents. vote for granted.” Who knows does Senior, Ed Marmut says “This when the right could be taken a open up iTunes, open the iTunes H store, click redeem and enter the is the most important election of away from you? side of free the past 50 years. The economy music with code on the back of the card. Just your coffee wait a few seconds for the pick of sound? Since the week to download and enjoy. October 2007, While those who par- Starbucks has ticipate in Pick of the Week have teamed up generally positive feedback, many Visit the Falconaire Online! with Apple do not even know that exists. Inc. to offer “I haven’t heard about it but it sounds like a good idea be- cards to cus- nor Rooney. tomers that are redeemable for cause you get free iTunes songs,” Contact Mrs. Collett for While the tracks are from says freshman Michael Keating. music on iTunes. The program relatively unknown groups, they originally offered customers a According to the Star- informantion on how to re- are far more superior than tracks bucks news release, the Pick of new song everyday for a month. from some well known groups. cieve all the issues of the Because of overwhelming posi- the Week program at Starbucks is “Starbucks features highly popular and receiving ex- tive feedback, this program is still some really great artists I have Falconaire at home for only running but has been updated with cellent results. Many people have never heard before,” says senior been encouraged to go to Star- new songs now coming out every Jenna Seitz. $10! Tuesday. It takes about a week for bucks and get these cards as soon The songs are often as they are released! a new song – or sometimes even simple but are a pleasure to listen a song with the music video – to to. The process of downloading be released. the songs is very easy. Custom- For more articles click our link on “Everytime I go to Star- ers grab a card from their local monmouthregional.net! bucks I look to see if they have a Starbucks store (location of cards new card out,” says junior Con- varies by location, so keep a close 7 November 2008 reviews Falconaire “Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” Christopher Zweig ‘11 Medium Rare…Don’t Overdo It Staff Writer ave you ever seen mov- York. At the gig, Trish’s friend Dennis Murachanian ‘11` ies that takes place all Norah (Kat Dennings, “The Staff Writer Hone day like “Harold and House Bunny”) lies to Trish say- Kumar go to White Castle?” I ing that she has a boyfriend. Then, verywhere you turn, New Jersey has many different places to eat saw the trailer for the new movie she finds Nick and asks him to Eat. Whether it is a summer night for a summer delight or it is just an “’Nick and be her boyfriend absolute craving, you can spot a New Jersey resident burger lover at any of N o r a h ’s for five minutes. these listed places! I n f i n i t e Throughout this Playlist,” whole movie you and I had see Nick and Norah Five Guys Burgers and Fries – Shrewsbury no clue falling for each the story other, looking for a (747 Broad Street) would be music band, and go- told in one ing on a wild goose With over 100 locations in 28 different states, Five Guys Burgers and day such chase for Norah’s Fries tops the best of all franchise burger places. Offering eight different as this drunken friend (Ari burgers, teens, kids, and adults will all walk away satisfied. Not only do m o v i e . Graynor, “Imagi- 1 you choose the type of burger, but you get to pick from 15 different top- This mov- nary Heroes”). pings! Alongside a burger is a mound of French fries that is enough for a ie is one C o - s t a r - whole family; and that is just a small size! of the best ring Jay Baruchel teen mov- (“Knocked Up”) ies out this and featuring cam- Windmill- Red Bank (22 Bridge Avenue) fall. eos by John Cho (“Harold and Kumar”), Eddie Monmouth County’s most well- known restaurant chain “Nick and Norah’s In- Kaye Thomas (Fox TV’s Ameri- serves some of the best burgers and foot long hot dogs! If you finite Playlist” opens with - musi can Dad), Andy Samberg (“Hot just want something to snack on, their crunchy fries will hit the cian Nick O’Leary (Michael Cera, Rod”) and Frankie Faison (“White spot! Call them up for any type of special occasion or party to “Super Bad”, “Juno”) who is still Chicks”), “Nick and Norah’s Infi- serve up their mouth watering burgers. 2 mourning the day his girlfriend nite Playlist” was one of craziest Also located in: Brick, Belmar, North and West Long Branch, Trish (Alexis Dziena, “Fool’s teen movies I have seen. “Nick Ocean Grove, and Westfield. Gold”) broke up with him. Later and Norah” gets five stars. his band members (Aaron Yoo, “21,” and Rafi Gavron) convince him to come to their gig in New Boathouse- Belmar (1309 Main Street)

Rated as one of the top burger restaurants since 2000, The Boathouse has everything to prove it is the best on the shore! With at least 18 different burgers to choose from, there is no competition! To honor the Jersey boy, James Gandolfini , they Marked 3 made “the Soprano Burger.” Boathouse has top notch service and reasonable prices. Elizabeth Kurau 12’ Staff Writer arked, written by P.C Cast and MKristen Cast is apart of the Johnny Rockets- (Monmouth Mall) vampire trilogy “House of Night”. It is a book Johnny Rockets, which first opened in 1986, is a huge chain of about a girl who unexpectedly gets “marked” to restaurants. The place was decorated to imitate the 1970’s with become a teenage vampire, or fledgling, by the its general atmosphere and the sounds of the jukebox. With never 4 mysterious tracker. However, the reader does frozen, pure beef 1/3 pound burgers, they are a delicious treat. For either a dessert or beverage, try their starting age of the 70’s not learn about him until later in the novel. malts and shakes that fill you up just enough! After mov- ing into the House of Night, Zoey meets a group of o u t c a s t fledglings Chuck Wicks: Starting Now who soon become Looking for a her clos- est friends. good movie? Lindsey Ahern ‘09 H e r friends Check out CJ’s Staff Writer explain every- Movie Madhouse huck Wicks is an up- t h i n g to her on the rising country star. a b o u t her new Falconaire Online CIn late 2007, he was h o m e and the signed to RCA Nashville dangers of “The Change,” or the Records as a recording art- transition from human to fledg- ist. His debut album, Start- lings and finally to vampire. ing Now, was released in After meeting a corrupt and January 2008. From this spoiled fledgling, Aphrodite, CD, Wicks has released Zoey discovers what evil she two singles titled, “Steal- ing Cinderella” in 2007 needs to overcome at the his songs range from upbeat and “All I Ever Wanted” in House of Night. Nothing, catchy tunes to slow, sooth- 2008. The other songs on ing acoustic sounds. His from insane ex-boyfriends, his album are equally mind- lyrics are deep and m ov- crazy friends, or people blowing. Chuck Wicks is a ingChuck Wicks: Starting planning her demise will For more reviews of the highly talented artist; not best and worst books, Now eaningful and anyone stop her from doing movies, television shows, only does he have a strong can relate to at least one of what she knows she games, CDs, and more and beautiful voice, but he his songs. Chuck Wicks is check out the Falconaire also wrote or co-wrote ten needs to accomplish. Online! an absolutely phenomenal of the eleven songs on his This book will leave artist and I give this album album. The subjects of his a mark on you! I four stars. give it four stars. songs range from first being in love to heartache. Also, 8 November 2008 variety Falconaire Horoscopes Students in the Hall Angelica DeFilippis ‘09 Staff Writer Cara Mullin ‘09 Staff Writer ith the 2008 Presidential Election quickly approaching it seems as if it is all we hear about. Pisces (February 20-March20) Although most Monmouth Regional students are unable to cast their vote, most still have an This month will bring you success in your career. Important Wopinion about the candidates and their ideas for the future. Both Senator Obama and Senator people you come into contact with are impressed with your McCain have different proposals and ideas on how to deal with current issues pressing our country. We reliability. Watch your money at the end of the month, income asked Monmouth Regional students which factor would affect their choice the most if they were able to may decrease. Throughout the month, Pisces’ high education is vote in the upcoming election. favored, especially if they are professionally related. Try to deal with the urgent problems first and to have as much rest as you can.

Aries (March 21- April 20) Everything is happening at a rapid pace in your professional life. Go out more if you want to earn more. If you are single, you might find love, especially in places dedicated to art like muse- ums, exhibitions, or shows. Ashley Anton, Nick Kapuscienski, Johnny Marrero, Gemini (May 21- June 21) senior junior sophomore You may be concerned with your money situation but this will “The economy, be- “The war, we are “The environment, soon fade away. You will receive recognition for the work which cause it is effect- spending so much they need to get you made this month. Family responsibilities keep nagging you, ing everyone right money on it.” rid of trash better.” but after November 22, love will enter again. now.” Taurus (April 20- May 20) It is hard to tell whether your crushes have hurt you at school or whether these people have been put in your path to distract you from pre-existing problems. This month you are capable of mak- ing wise decisions regarding money.

Cancer (June 22- July 22) You have the chance to earn a lot of money in a very pleasant way. If you are looking for a job, be very careful after November 15, you may act hastily and not pay attention to details. You will get Jennifer Conde, Marissa Thorne, Andrew Harris, along well with your family which is favorable to having fun. Senior junior freshman “The economy. In “Healthcare in “The war in Iraq be- Leo (July 23- August 22) A.P. Economics we America. I think cause we are los- Cooperation and teamwork are more important than individual learned about how healthcare should ing soldiers and it initiatives and effort and can lead to more accomplishments. You we are heading be more available is pointless now.” can only earn money by working, but you will also get help from into an economic to everyone.” your relatives. It seems that you will be buying new and valuable crisis.” objects for the house. If you are single in November, you should be patient and let things unfold naturally. comic corner Virgo (August 23- September 22) This month you will excel financially. You will have a lot of sup- port from friends and family but there may be conflict with you and your partner. Rest more then usual this month and postpone News activities that are not urgent. You will find it easy to learn and

Sagittarius (November 22- December 21) It is a period of hard work but the results will come in time. It is not the time to venture into speculations. You will get rid of the communication problems you were confronted Space with in October. In school, you have liberty of action and you can finally prove what you are capable of.

Libra (September 23 – October 22) Invaders The obstacles you came across at work in October start disap- pearing the first day of November. You feel a sense of control and are trying to improve relationships. Make sure you take time for friends or family you do not seen often. Do not hesitate to express your opinion.

Scorpio (October 23- November 21) Advice from your family this month will help you with money. You feel less active and do not need routine. You are doing well financially especially after the 22. This month you will have passion and spiritual communication. Capricorn (December 22- January 19) You are making good decisions in the financial department. If you are looking for a job, you will have plenty of offers. In the first half of the month, an authority figure might help you but in the second half you can only rely on yourself. Try to be more flexible and understanding this month.

Aquarius (January 20- February 18) You benefit greatly from the connections you have made. You are financially improving and at the end of the month, a job will be offered to you. The family tensions you have been dealing with will fade away this month.

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