Volume I, Issue VII North Korea tests third nuclear weapon By Jeremy Bond News Editor Seismic detectors around the Pacific North Korean demands to end the embar- The Chinese are hesitant to interfere The test comes as the latest increase of Rim rang on Monday Feb. 11 as North gos or into a military conflict. with North Korea, fearing instability on tensions in the region. In recent years Korea detonated its third nuclear weapon. North Korea’s action has garnered in- their border more than a nuclear-North North Korea has detonated three separate First reports of the test’s success were ternational condemnation. President Korea. Their hesitance to join the interna- nuclear weapons and several long range delivered by the state-run K.C.N.A. news Barack Obama called the act “highly pro- tional community’s stance on North Korea missiles. The North fired artillery rounds organization. Satellites and radiation de- vocative” and asked for a swift response has continually hampered efforts to stop onto a South Korean island, killing several tectors from other nations soon con- from the international community. the North Korean nuclear effort. people. However, the more dangerous firmed a nuclear explosion had occurred The United States has attempted to Without Chinese support, the United link is that North Korea serves as a model underground. corral North Korea in recent years via States is now put in the awkward position to Iran, showing that ineffective Western The test sent literal and geopolitical United Nations sanctions. However, this of angering an important Chinese partner sanctions failed to stop a nuclear pro- shockwaves through the world. North time the U.N. has few remaining sanctions to continue increasing pressure on North gram. Korea has used the test as a “negotiating” to implement that would hurt North Ko- Korea. China wants the United States as Western nations are now put in a diffi- tool in recent months, threatening a test rea. The only remaining non-military op- far away from Chinese borders as possi- cult position of trying to negotiate with a in an effort to provoke the United States tion would be an oil embargo enforced by ble, which strongly discourages a U.S. nation that has proven resistant to talking. and other western nations into ceding to China. assault or invasion of North Korea.

(Source) (Source) North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un has openly opposed Western nations re- South Korean protesters have taken to the streets to show their disapproval of garding his country’s nuclear program. the North Korean nuclear program and testing. Second annual Dance-A-Thon brings in guest teachers

By Lorra Barile & Deirdre Kerwin A&E Editors On Feb. 15, the NHHS Student Council I’d definitely do this again next year,” brought back last year’s successful Dance- Meister said. A-Thon, an all-day “dance party” to bene- Next up was Zumba instructor Santia- fit the cancer foundation “Hugs for go, who was also invited by Niehlson to Brady.” perform. Santiago has traveled the world The “Hugs for Brady” foundation is a teaching Zumba classes and thought the non-profit organization dedicated to find- Dance-A-Thon was a great opportunity to ing a cure for pediatric cancer, inspired by “bring wellness to the community as well the Michael family who lost their son as fight for a great cause.” Brady to acute Leukemia at thirteen “The energy was great!” Santiago re- months old. marked after her class. “Participating in Unlike last year, the Dance-A-Thon this today was definitely a big thing for welcomed guest instructors who taught me.” different styles of dance. Among these Santiago was glad to see such a wide guest instructors were North math teach- variety of students performing and said er Nicole Meister, Zumba instructor Mag- she was “looking forward to doing this da Santiago, and hip-hop instructor again.” Monique Spicer. The last guest instructor of the day was Photos by Deirdre Kerwin All revenue for this year’s Dance-a-thon went to the “Hugs for Brady” founda- The Dance-A-Thon began the day with Spicer. Spicer is a dance instructor at tion. Students enjoyed Zumba and hip-hop lessons. line-dancing classes with Meister. Upon Starmaker Studios, and was very excited being asked by Student Council advisor to bring her dance moves to North. Kerri Niehlson, Meister composed several “The students were spectacular,” Spic- line-dances to teach attendees. er said. “They were all very empowered. I “I take a line-dancing class down the really enjoyed their energy.” highway and decided to bring some of the Spicer said that the Dance-A-Thon was moves I’ve learned here for students,” a great platform for a great cause and Meister said. “I tried to pick songs that are enjoyed the opportunity to teach students on the radio right now to make it even her unique brand of dance moves. more fun.” Spicer will offer one free class on Mon- Meister ended her class with a final days and Tuesdays at 7:30 at Starmaker dance to “Troublemaker,” by Olly Murs Studios for all students who tell the recep- before students were given a ‘free dance’ tionist they are a student at North. period. Overall, the event was successful and “I think my class went really well, and raised $2262.13 for the foundation.

“We have an opening for a princess”

By Megan Sergison News Editor North’s musical this year is the comedy Once Upon a Mattress, a parody of The Princess and the Pea. The show focuses on the arrival of the brash Princess Winnifred to the kingdom run by a mute king, a con- trolling queen and the shy Prince Daunt- less, who are played, respectively, by Cath- erine Melillo, Andrew Bambridge, Isabel Stein and Adam Witkowski. The Queen has decreed that no one in the kingdom may get married until Daunt- less does, which looks like a slim possibil- ity until the unrefined Winnifred shows up and changes everything. “We chose this show because it is light- hearted and fun! It is quite the comedy, and the rehearsals so far are full of laughter,” said director and English teacher Mary Meo. Photo courtesy Perry Andrews “There will be moments in rehearsal (Clockwise from top left) Ensemble cast members as ladies-in-waiting, Catherine Melillo as Princess Winnifred, Eli Go- where we’re doing a really intense scene, ings as the wizard, Andrew Vitovich and Cristina Novoa as Sir Harry and Lady Larken, and Isabel Stein and Andrew look at each other, and just start laughing,” Bambridge as Queen Aggravain and King Sextimus. added Bambridge, a junior. “It’s almost like watching a sitcom on stage that’s set in medieval times.” The cast and crew have been hard at work since rehearsals began in November. Although practice can be difficult and stressful at times, the whole process brings everyone involved together. “It comes to a point where the cast is basically living in the theatre,” said under- study for Winnifred, Emily Mulhall. “It becomes our home.” “Getting to work with your friends but getting to accomplish something really cool is the best part,” crew member Paige Greenfield noted. Previous productions, like last year’s Gypsy and 2011’s Phantom of the Opera, were more serious, making this year’s mu- sical a change of pace. “It is the funniest play that North has ever put on,” Mulhall said. “Audiences of all ages will love it.”

Mandarin I introduced to North Pope cites health troubles to By Ella Collins Staff Writer justify unexpected resignation Next year, North will be offering Man- Today, Ritchie is completing her Man- darin I to its juniors and seniors. Jillian darin certification. There has been enough By Jack Coleman Staff Writer Ritchie, head of the World Language de- interest in Mandarin that not only will Current are saying. partment, spearheaded the addition of the North offer it, but Voorhees will too. pope, Bene- “The new language to the curriculum. It all According to Ritchie, the idea did not dict XVI decision began about ten years come from a announced was com- ago, when schools single person, that he will be pletely located in the East but from resigning on within his Coast held surveys many, includ- Feb. 28 due right and with their students ing two former to lack of was proba- about introducing supervisors of physical and bly the new languages into the world mental right choice their world languages language de- strength. for his age curriculum. A large partment, Pope and health amount of the stu- Assistant Prin- Benedict XVI condition,” dents tested leaned cipal John will be the Erwin said towards Asian lan- Hahola, and first pope to as a mem- guages. Principal Mike resign since ber of the “China is growing Hughes. the middle Catholic in importance in the Ritchie will ages. Church. world, and we need personally (Source) The pope Pope Benedict XVI’s recent resignation left the to understand that we teach Manda- informed a "Strength of have some connec- rin I to rough- world shocked and curious. He has cited physical group of car- and mental fatigue as the reason for his resignation. mind and tion. It has a huge Photo courtesy Ella Collins ly twenty up- dinals, in body are economy, and there As Mandarin becomes a more important perclassmen Latin, at the necessary, are more and more language for children to learn, Mrs. Ritchie who have Vatican, of his decision. The eighty-five strength which in the last few months has American companies will be teaching North’s first Mandarin I already regis- year old pope said that he has made the deteriorated in me to the extent that I have that want to work in class. tered for the decision “after having repeatedly exam- had to recognize my incapacity to ade- China. We have to course. ined my conscience before God.” quately fulfill the ministry entrusted to prepare young people The intro- “The resignation was a complete sur- me,” Benedict said. for the world after they leave us ,and as duction of Mandarin I has been at least ten prise to me, and to, I think, most Catholics Who the new pope will be is not cer- the world changes, our preparation has to years in development, but if programs run around the world,” English teacher Erin tain, but the Catholic Church will not be change as well,” Ritchie said. successfully, North and Voorhees could Erwin said. without a leader for long, as the cardinals In 2007, Jillian Ritchie informed the consider the possibility of adding higher George XII resigned from the papacy in will enter conclave by early March. Board of Education that she was enrolling levels of study. 1415 and was the last pope to do so until "Before Easter, we will have the new in a Chinese/Mandarin course at Rutgers now. Folks are already speculating as to pope," Rev. Federico Lombardi said to University, in order to begin the process of why he has made this decision. Some think CNN. introducing Mandarin I to the school as a that there is a medical problem, which is class. contrary to what Benedict and his advisors North student asks administration for more Black History Month awareness

By Sean Lin Editor-in-Chief Every February, since the 1920s, Black about when it comes to African-Americans extensive recognition of the History Month has been observed in the remains the same year after year. It’s just African-Americans who over- United States, Canada and the United stagnant. We never really discuss anything came overwhelming adversity to Kingdom. The achievements of African- in between or in the future. There have allow their successors to prosper Americans were first acknowledged in been so many changes in African- the way modern African- historian Carter G. Woodson’s event, American culture and their status within Americans do. For Douglas, this “Negro History Week,” and have since the United States as well as the advance- means speaking to the achieve- expanded into a month long celebration of ments they have made that have furthered ments of Lauryn Hill, a dark black history. For North senior, Attayah our country,” Douglas asserted. “There are skinned African American Douglas, our school’s daily black history so many subjects that just aren’t being whose dreadlocked hair changed facts on the morning announcements are covered!” the norms of beauty when she just the first step. A more intensive focus on Black Histo- was named one of the 50 most “I see Black History Month as a time to ry Month would be beneficial to students beautiful women in the world. educate, but more importantly as a time to and teachers, and its impact upon North’s This means addressing the rea- celebrate the strides that we’ve made as a African-American population would be son why Will Smith boycotted people,” Douglas said. “Our country unparalleled. As an American citizen and the Grammy’s when the catego- wouldn’t be the way it is today without the the child of two Aruban immigrants, ry of Best Rap Song was barred influence of African American people.” Douglas has always resorted to textbooks from television. As one of the few black students at for her knowledge of African-American “For me,” Douglas said, “it’s (Source) North, Douglas has believed since middle culture and history, the history she refers not about pitting races against North senior Attayah Douglas wants the obser- school that Black History Month is one of to as the “history of my people.” each other in a fight for superi- vation of Black History Month to encompass the most important events for schools to “As a black student, I want to learn ority. Black History Month is acknowledgement of women like Lauryn Hill, an recognize nationwide. While every history more about my history than just the days about celebrating a people, their influential African-American woman who class covers the basics of African- of bondage and the fight for my rights as a history and their accomplish- changed the traditional sense of the word American history, many lessons focus on black woman in this country. Is that im- ments. To me, that should forev- “beauty.” Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil portant? Yes, yes, yes!” Douglas stated er be celebrated.” Rights Movement, President Obama’s passionately. “But does my history go To hear more of Attayah position as the first black president and beyond that? Yes, yes, yes! All I want is Douglas’ interview, visit the Voice of perhaps Harriet Tubman. For Douglas, the our education of African Americans (and North February podcast which can be education system barely covers the roots other minority groups) to be as significant found on the North website. of African-American achievements. as Shakespeare or the Nuremberg Trials.” “I feel like a lot of the history we learn What Douglas is referring to is a more Nuclear energy debate sparks controversy By Nidhi Shah Perspectives Editor Global warming has recently gained a present are immense, but the threats are is not the end in nuclear disasters. The produced by most nuclear plants. Radioac- great deal of attention as a serious issue. even more so. effects of this one accident can live on for tivity diminishes over time if waste is Indeed, countries all over the world are Although initially nu- years, trickling into isolated, but these long-term radioactive increasingly recognizing the importance of clear power may not seem generations that have wastes have detoxification time frames of global warming and the elements that in- particularly hazardous, it is “The answer to never even seen a nucle- anywhere from 10,000 to millions of fluence it. The fact is that we are currently not the daily processes of ar power plant. years. Where do we plan to store that? burning through $120 billion of fossil fuels the nuclear power plant greener power Another conse- The American Energy Department has each year, producing 21.3 billion tons of that hold imminent danger. quence of increased recently designated $22.5 billion for nucle- carbon dioxide, the substance that is basi- It is instead the risk of does not lie in nuclear energy is the ar energy projects, a decision that many cally is the origin of global warming. large scale nuclear disas- issue of nuclear waste say is long overdue. When considering the Unfortunately, these fossil fuels are ter. Take for example the the unstable that is hazardous to issue of global warming, nuclear energy currently Earth’s prevailing means of pro- Chernobyl failure. The human health. Nuclear may seem like a “green” idea, but in reali- ducing energy. What we need are new, catastrophe released 100 world of nuclear power produce toxic ty the dangers vastly outweigh the solu- more environmentally friendly sources of times more radiation than waste, but the question tions. My advice to the American govern- energy such as solar panels, windmills, the atomic bombs dropped of its disposal location ment, and any other country that thinks and hydraulic energy. These innovations over Hiroshima and Naga- power. “ still remains. Should we nuclear power is a good solution, is to hold the power to impede the effects of saki during World War II. separate it by official spend their money on research for safer global warming. Thirty one people died methods of segregation sources of energy instead of pouring their One potential solution to global warm- at the Chernobyl Power Plant that day, and and storage? Should we use established funds into nuclear energy. ing has become increasingly acceptable the long-term deformities and cancers that systems such as the process of transmuta- over the years is nuclear energy. But con- the victims’ offspring endured are so nu- tion, or should we bury it deep under the trary to popular opinion, the answer to merous that they are still unaccountable ground, where it will literally contaminate cleaner and greener power does not lie in today. One can make the argument that a the Earth? All these techniques seem plau- the unstable world of nuclear power. It is dam exploding could cause the same num- sible, but they are ultimately ineffective true that the solutions that nuclear energy ber of casualties, but the fact is that death for the long-term radiation of the waste Ineffective college letters prove to be archaic By Theresa Vitovich Perspectives Editor

About halfway through this school students” a letter asking about a survey. Facebook page. And with the recent decision to stop deliv- year, I received my first college letter. I You might as well print, “Please recycle The US Post Service is outdated com- ering mail on Saturdays starting in August, can’t remember the name of the school, me I have no purpose!” across the back pared to social networking and email pro- instant updates would allow potential stu- only that I was so excited that I announced and save us all the trouble. viders. Thanks to the existence of instant dents to stay in the know, even on week- it on Facebook, which got a ‘like’ from an Listen, I know colleges love their web- updates and blast emails, colleges can send ends. old teacher and my dad. The next day, I sites and want us to see how awesome all the pixelated brochures they want, Any college that links itself to snail found two letters. By the next, I had two their school looks on their digitally altered without the time, money and energy re- mail is only showing what an antique it more, and so the cycle continued. By the landscape shots, but there is no way just quired to put things into envelope, not to really is. end of the month, I had a box of letters all sending me a letter with a link will inspire mention the time it takes to arrive at its essentially saying the same thing: please me to check it out. Last time I checked, destination. Plus, making the switch would go online and take our survey. paper didn’t come with internet connec- be both cheaper for the college and kinder Really? These colleges spend thou- tion. That’s what computers are for. If you to the environment. Without the copious sands of dollars on paper and postage to really want me to take your school serious- amounts of college letters, mail trucks send me and how many other “prospective ly, send me an email. Or better yet, make a would become lighter and use less gas.

Cosmetic surgery damages health By Eve Glasergreen Staff Writer Recently I have heard of a disturbing appearanc- ture; they stress our culture lays on superficial ap- trend of women going through surgery to es. It’s are expe- pearances is undermining their confidence emulate Barbie dolls. After their proce- hard to tell riencing in natural beauty. Our culture often turns dures, these women look surreal. I pity if tabloids the natu- nature into something abnormal and ugly. them because they have fallen into a trap are truthful ral course Although youth is a brilliant gift, experi- that is a combination of a warped self- when they of the ence and age should also be revered. Be- image and our unsupportive culture. These report sto- body, and sides, people in their forties and fifties unnecessary cosmetic surgical procedures ries of nose are not have so much ahead of them! are deleterious. So called “beauty fixes” jobs and less beau- In many cases, what was initially a are actually recipes for health complica- enhance- tiful for a minor nose job turns into other plastic tions, and deterioration of mental, as well ment pro- little procedures, and eventually into an addic- as physical health. cedures, wisdom! tion. The result of so many surgeries is a Although surgery should not be used but it does But so nose that just doesn’t look right on the solely for looks, the practice of reconstruc- seem like many of person’s face. Instead of destroying their tive surgery in and of itself has good as- the majori- them are natural features, people need to emphasize pects. There are thousands of people who ty of celeb- dissatis- their best attributes and use outlets like benefit from its practical and beneficial rities go fied, and therapy. Men and women would benefit applications. Surgeons in this field can through resort to from an improved body image or changes restore a normal appearance to people who some kind (Source) Botox. in diet and fitness. have suffered burns and serious injuries to of recon- Botox injections are a common form of cosmetic surgery. Botox is In my opinion, health is the greatest asset a facial bones. structive a drug person can have to improve beauty. When Who wouldn’t jump at the opportunity modifica- prepared the body is well nourished, exercised and to fix a mangled nose, ear, or cheek, espe- tion. To the from the rested, everything falls into place. When cially when the face is such a powerful average person, most of these men and bacterial toxin botulin, when, if inhaled, is people sacrifice their health for toxic and identifier? However, men and women, women look just fine before their surger- lethal to people and animals. When Botox artificial beauty procedures, they throw off who feel unsatisfied with their bodies, ies, or in some cases, even better in their is injected into the facial muscles, it para- their entire psyche. aren’t solving their low self-esteem natural state. lyzes them temporarily, and then your through surgery. Take Michael Jackson for The craze for plastic beauty isn’t only wrinkles return after a couple months. example; he altered his appearance so amongst young starlets, but also among In the last month, some women my many times because just one fix wasn’t average people, especially in female social mother knows, in New York, are getting enough, and it seldom is for anyone under- circles. I’m too juvenile to understand together for a Botox party. All the women going these procedures. fading youth, but I know that when I see are in their forties and fifties, and I find it a Celebrities in particular feel the pressure, middle aged and older women with wrin- shame that they don’t wear their maturity and are thus forced to obsess over their kles, that they only look natural and ma- as a badge of honor. Instead, the constant Ballerinas struggle with weight expectations By Alex Puleo Features Editor Ballerinas are viewed as perfect pieces Why such as “the permitted to dance in the production. of art that choreographers have shaped and should these Special K di- In order to meet their weight requirement, molded. Historically, the world has not men and et.” I have ballerinas would run laps around the track viewed ballerinas in the same manner in women friends at right here at North in layers of sweat pants which they are viewed today. starve them- dance who and sweatshirts in order to meet their Since Russian dancer and choreogra- selves just to even go to the “goal” weight so they would be able to pher, George Balanchine came to the Unit- maintain extreme and perform. This would add stress to my fel- ed States in the 1950s, the world’s vision society’s pick up diets low dancers’ lives and would cause them of the prima ballerina has changed. image of the such as “the to look at their bodies in a negative man- Whereas the ballerina used to look like the “perfect Dukan diet” ner. average woman, Balanchine brought with ballerina.” and “the Ad- Sadly, ballet companies still put pres- him his views of the perfect ballerina—a That’s the kins diet.” sure on their dancers to be thin. It is im- woman with long, slender limbs, a short thing, they This ex- portant for us as humans to look at this torso and a long neck. Most of Balan- shouldn’t treme dieting is situation and ask ourselves, how do my chine’s ballerinas weighed no more than have to. not something remarks to others affect them? Influences 105 pounds. Prior to Balanchine’s time, Although a (Source) new to my from just one person can change a group American ballerinas weighed about 120 slender bal- Ballet requires great discipline from its dancers. dance school. of people’s whole view of something. pounds. lerina may Years ago, part Perhaps others should think twice before Unfortunately, Balanchine’s view of look better of your audi- pressing their beliefs and influences upon the perfect ballerina has carried over into on stage, wouldn’t society rather have a tion at the dance school was getting others. the modern day ballet world. Ballet com- healthy dancer than dying one? weighed in front of everyone else audi- panies set weight limits for their dancers Being a ballerina in this day and age, I tioning. The director would call out your and require them to meet specific weights constantly feel pressure to be super skinny “starting” weight in front of everyone and for specific roles. As a result, female and and I’m not even a professional. Whenever would then proceed to give you s “goal” male ballerinas have turned to eating dis- Nutcracker season rolls around, I immedi- weight. If you did not meet your goal orders to stay thin for their job. ately start dieting; picking up fad diets weight by dress rehearsal you were not Sweet 16 maintains important coming of age traditions By Ella Collins Staff Writer While the Spanish celebrate Quin- celebrations, which is exactly what a ing, maybe even a photo booth. However, ceaneras to honor a girl’s coming-of-age Sweet 16 should be for the rest of us. hosting a party of this magnitude can be birthday at fifteen, and practicers of Juda- Many people take pleasure in renting a challenging, exhausting, and expensive. ism have Bat Mitzvahs for her at thirteen, ballroom, purchasing over the top decora- But sometimes, all that work is worth that the latest celebration is the Sweet 16. This tions, inviting a ton of friends, and wear- one night. particular celebration includes family, ing a ball gown, with, of course, the An extremely toned down party can be friends and cake. matching tiara. Going out to an extrava- boring to me. Sweet 16s are meant to be a Sixteen is a big number for every teen- gant party for the night can be really fun. coming of age party, and the focus is al- ager. At this age teenagers can acquire a For some girls, their Sweet 16 is their ways on the birthday girl, which is exactly driving permit, an occasion that is looked personal chance to be a princess just once. how it should be. They are all about her, forward to for years. A sixteen year old Honestly, how often does a regular girl get and that should reflect in the decorations, can get an official job with a paycheck to wear a tiara? food, music and people. Sweet 16s should after they get working papers. In addition, Some people are of the opinion that be an important event, and they should they can also become volunteers at a larger Sweet 16 parties shouldn’t be extravagant, always be something that the birthday girl number of charity organizations, and they but they have no quarrel with other cultur- can enjoy and remember forever. can also donate their blood. al celebrations. They think that a Sweets Personally, I think a Sweet 16 reflects 16 is for a petty, spoiled little girl, and an individual’s personality. Certain people undoubtedly some of them are, but they (Source) dislike being the center of attention in a can be much more. There is a father Teenage girls often choose to cele- room, so a large, expensive party isn’t for daughter dance, and usually the girl’s en- brate their Sweet 16 by throwing ex- them. However, basically all cultures have tire family is present. travagant parties. some sort of coming of age party, and I love attending big parties, because they Quinceaneras and Bat Mitzvahs are huge are a lot of fun with dinner, friends, danc- Model UN students visit the Life Behind North’s Lunch Counter keepers of the world’s peace By Theresa Vitovitch Sports Editor By Megan Sergison News Editor Most students don't think The kitchens are routinely inspect- much about food. When lunch ed twice a year by the Board of On the time rolls around, many regard Health. banks of the it simply as a time to catch up A recent school nutrition over- Hudson with friends and carb up. Sadly, haul, prompted by First Lady River, in the they do not realize the thought Michelle Obama's Let's Move! middle of and preparation behind their campaign, has required cafeteria one of the every bite. food to rise to new standards. busiest cit- For many of the lunch la- Started this September nation- ies in the dies, work begins at six a.m., wide, the new laws insist on more world, lies a when the cooks arrive and start balanced meals, meaning a greater shelter of making coffee. spread of vegetables, more fresh peace. The The cashier comes a half fruit and no treats with eight United Na- hour later, and by seven, they're grams of fat or sugar as the first tions has baking breakfast sandwiches ingredient. Since the laws have been dedi- and prepping salads. been implemented, North has cated to By the time the other ladies made a conscious effort to im- maintaining arrive at nine, most of the food Photo by Claudia Fogel prove the standard of its food. internation- prep is done; there just remains Sandy Banks enjoys her job “We no longer make desserts al peace and the set up of the food and con- and loves being able to cook like cake and Jello,” Banks said. security diments. A large amount of the “It became too difficult to factor since its Photo courtesy by Facebook food served is in fact homemade. all that sugar into a balanced meal, so they were foundation A group of juniors poses in front of the United Na- “We make our own dressings and croûtons for cut.” Instead, students can look forward to eating in 1945. tions headquarter in New York City. the Caesar salad, and all of our soups,” said Sandy more fruit cups with their reduced-fat milks, and And on Feb. Banks, the Food Service Director for both North greener veggies. 25, North’s Model UN club, or dren are most often the victims of and Voorhees. “We used to use Campbells, but our Making healthier lunches hasn't been the only MUN, got a chance to see the landmines, which can be active own taste better and have less salt.” change North has undergone in recent years; the United Nations in action. years after their installation. In order to keep up with the constant demand cafeteria switched to online pay in March 2009. About four years ago, history MUN members on the trip saw for food, the “Ever since teacher Anya Szlachtianchyn and what the UN is doing to stop lunch ladies North switched YMCA administrator Len Ya- landmines from being used in war. batch cook to online pay, cullo, the advisors of MUN, began The trip comes almost two everything, there has been taking a small group to the United months after the club’s three-day so that at any a noticeable Nations every two years. There, conference, during which the pro- given time, difference,” they could see the General Assem- ceedings of the United Nations are there is food Banks said. bly, the largest committee in the imitated by hundreds of students ready to be “The lines UN, at work. The General As- at the Hershey Lodge, in Pennsyl- served. They move much sembly, which contains a repre- vania. Now, getting to see the real are constant- quicker be- sentative from every member thing will be able to provide stu- ly evaluating cause we don't nation, is the main body of the dents more insight to add what food supplies need to count UN. This year, in addition to the was learned at the conference. to ensure out change, and General Assembly, the fifty stu- “Learning about how the UN nothing runs the system dents going were able to catch a works and going to see it are two low. overall is a lot glimpse of the exclusive Security different things,” said MUN mem- Not just smoother.” In Council, which presides over in- ber and trip attendee Olivia anyone can addition to a ternational security. Greendyk. “It reflected what we become a mechanized “I hope the students going can did in MUN, and it was a bonding cafeteria payment sys- Photo by Ella Collins get a perspective on how the rest experience for all of us.” worker. Ap- tem, the cafete- Lunch lady Donna Petricca of the world lives,” said Szlacht- “I hope that it makes their ex- Photo by Ella Collins plicants first ria uses huge works very hard to keep the ianchyn. “Everyone should take perience from the conference that The lunch ladies spend hours a need to be convection kitchens clean. the opportunity to go and see the much more real,” said Szlacht- day prepping food. approved by ovens, an in- effort to create peace.” ianchyn. “If you don’t go now, the Board of dustrial sized steamer, warmers behind the coun- The United Nations also in- the chances you’ll go as an adult Education and get fingerprinted as a background ters and a 60 quart mixer to keep things flowing. cludes exhibits on steps being are slim to none, and it’s a great check. They then act as a substitute cafeteria work- Surprisingly, North does not receive any fund- taken to ensure peace, security and chance to see the international er to see if they mesh well with the rest of the crew ing for its school lunches. All food costs and staff the well-being of people around community coming together.” and can handle the stress of the job. salaries are subtracted from the money made from the world. Those who went this Once hired, a lunch lady at North must become food sales. year learned about the impact of “serve safe” certified. They take a course teaching landmines on other countries. them about the right temperature different foods More than half of the countries can be served at, possible diseases that can be con- who are in the UN outlawed tracted from certain foods and all other thing per- landmines, but the United States is taining to working in a kitchen. Each staff member not one of those countries. Chil- is recertified every five years to keep up to date. North junior scores her way to the top By Alex Puleo Features Editor While most seniors are field,” Kenne- pediatrician because I love to work with just figuring out where dy said. Ken- kids,” Kennedy said. She went on to say they’ll be next fall, junior nedy has not that she is still deciding what career path Jillian Kennedy has already only gotten a she would like to take. However, she is decided where she will be head start on still holding on to her childhood dream of attending college. the college playing soccer professionally. “Once I graduate next process, but “I would love to play soccer profes- year, I will be attending the she also has a sionally. But right now I really just want to (Source) University of Pennsylvania,” pretty good focus on finishing up high school and Kennedy will be attending the University of Kennedy said. Kennedy was idea of what getting through my pre-season my fresh- recruited by Penn’s women’s she would like man year at Penn,” Kennedy said. She soccer coach Darren Am- to major in. went on to say that going “pro” would be a nedy also faces the challenge of not keep- brose. Ambrose discovered “I would dream, but right now she just wants to ing up with Ambrose’s expectations. Kennedy while she was play- Photo courtesy by Facebook really like to focus on what she has on her plate already. “It is necessary that I keep improving ing in a tournament in Flori- Kennedy has played on several major in either While Kennedy is very excited to start my soccer skills and stay in shape,” Ken- da that spring. teams including one that had re- biology or her soccer career at Penn, she still faces nedy said. Kennedy fears that if she does “After the tournament he cently traveled to Germany. psychology, some challenges. not stay in shape and continue to improve, asked me to come visit but I’m not “I really have to focus on keeping my Ambrose will not think that she is serious Penn.” Kennedy said. completely positive of that yet,” Kennedy grades up,” Kennedy said. Although she about being a part of Penn’s women’s “The school is a Division I Ivy League, said. Another topic of interest Kennedy has already been admitted into the school, soccer team. which means I’ll be spending most of my had expressed was pediatrics. if she lets her grades drop, Penn could time studying and playing out on the “I think it would be awesome to be a potentially take away her acceptance. Ken- Creative students have a place to express themselves

By Zoe Carpentier Features Editor

Through the many essays and projects search papers. You don’t class, any student at North can submit assigned at school, students may have have to adhere to all the rules writing or art to the magazine through the lost sight of the fact that there is a crea- of traditional writing; in- school website. tive, fun and imaginative side to writing stead, you use your imagina- Even if you aren’t in the Creative Writ- as well. tion to communicate to the ing course or don’t want to submit your Creative writing involves poetry, audience. work, you can still help the magazine by short stories, fiction, songs and almost Students who enjoy crea- joining the club that produces it. The pub- anything else you can imagine. Stu- tive writing might then find lication club meets on Thursdays, at 2:30 dents who are interested in this type of themselves frustrated, being p.m., in room 016 and reads submissions writing should consider enrolling in the unable to find anywhere to until early March. The club then starts to Creative Writing class, which is looking publish and exhibit their assemble the magazine, which takes place for more students to join. work. Many students in the in the Reading/ Writing Lab. If you want “We write every day in class, in all Creative Writing class find to join, all you have to do is come to a different genres,” said creative writing the school’s art and literary meeting. teacher, Suanne Fetherolf. “It depends magazine, Northern Lights, “Students might consider sending sub- on the taste of the students.” Fetherolf to be a great place to do this. missions in because being published looks has been teaching the class for seven “We publish a lot of poetry great on a college application,” Fetherolf years. and would like more prose, said. This is another good reason to sub- “I like to see how creative students short stories or creative es- mit, if you needed any further persuasion can be. Both the students and I really says. We also accept any than being able to share your creative enjoy the class,” Fetherolf said. “It’s a kind of art, such as drawings work with your classmates and see your very relaxing course because you can or photos,” said Fetherolf, name in print. come in and write whatever you want,” who also advises the North- she added. ern Lights club. Although The “creative” style of writing that (Source) many of the submissions to Fetherolf explores with her students is The 2012 issue of the Northern Lights maga- the magazine are from stu- much freer than writing essays or re- zine. dents in the Creative Writing Photo and drawing students collaborate towards mall art gallery By Jack Coleman The photo students at “I loved having those North collaborated with words, so creating my the drawing students to piece wasn’t very hard. I create a piece that was usually work better if I inspired by a word. Pho- have one central goal to tography teacher Zena work towards, and I usu- Tredinnick and drawing ally get inspiration from a teacher R.J. Calabrese certain word,” Mueller came up with the words said. that the students had to Mueller wasn’t the collaborate on, and the only one who enjoyed the students then had to cre- project. Senior Steven ate an art piece that was Ricardi collaborated with inspired by the word that senior Dan Pepe on the the two teachers gave word “information.” them. “We came up with the “Mrs T. and I brain- collaboration in the fall,” stormed various words Calabrese said. Photo by Zoe Carpentier Photo by Zoe Carpentier that evoked various The gallery in the mall features many different Lasky and Purzckyi’s artwork displayed in the The project was being moods, thoughts and pieces of art, all based on different words. mall gallery. thought of early this year feelings,” Calabrese said. and now all of the collab- “We wanted this pro- orations are hanging up in ject to be completely unbiased and unas- fun to see what we both came up with,” tiful images that both represented suming,” Calabrese said on why students Anastasia Lasky said. “solitude.” the gallery of the mall. were not asked what word he or she want- Lasky is a drawing student who collab- “Torment” and “technology” were the ed. orated with photo student Nicole Purzck- words that photo student Sandra Mueller “It was really interesting and a lot of yi . Lasky and Purzckyi created two beau- had to work with. Where would you like to see the extra snow days used? Freshman Paul Goral said, Junior Tori Dickson “I would like to have a said, “I want them week off in May when the added onto our Me- weather starts to get morial Day week- warm so I can spend end so I can have a some time outside.” whole week in Philly to spend with my friends.”

Sophomore Krista Wilp Senior Jack Mar- said, “I would really like chesini said, “A to have a few Mondays full week off for off; it would be nice to Memorial Day have a few more three weekend would be day weekends.” nice so I have more time to hang out.”

New restaurant in Clinton opens to rave reviews By Sean Lin Editor in Chief Foodies all around town celebrated the into the On the other keep up this lifestyle! Honestly, Riverview grand opening of Clinton’s newest restau- restaurant hand, the is so, so good.” rant, Riverview. In early February, River- for lunch brie on the The food is not only delicious but pre- view replaced Nino’s on the River, occu- and chicken was sented to reflect a restaurant of a higher pying the coveted spot overlooking the breakfast. filling and caliber, despite the relatively affordable Raritan River. After trying the food at In both delicious, prices. Riverview two times now, I can easily say instances, though I The food is presented as if it’s gour- that the restaurant has lived up to all the the food rarely experi- met,” Vantslot said. “It’s not every day expectations that I had set for it. was flaw- ment with that your meatball parm is garnished…you Riverview is a breakfast, lunch and less. cheeses that would think this place is really pricy, but dinner joint, owned by Anthony Piazza, For aren’t ched- it’s not.” also owner of Riverside Coffee and Tea. breakfast, dar or moz- For Piazza, the hard work he put into He decided to take on the huge project of I ordered zarella. My Riverview is well worth it. renovating and designing a completely whole dining com- “There are a lot of Riverside regulars new restaurant with a fresh staff and a wheat panions, that I’ve seen at Riverview and it’s great,” simple, affordable menu. With the help of blueberry seniors Me- Piazza said. “The staff and I just want to his father, Piazza changed the interior of pancakes gan Vantslot serve some amazing food to our customers the restaurant by changing the flooring, and for and Sarah and so far, I think we’ve been doing really decorations and the seating area. lunch, I Holland, are well! We want to keep up the momentum.” While I am a Riverside employee, my ordered convinced If you are looking for a relaxing place opinions of Riverview are unbiased. I went chicken that this is in town to eat with her family or friends, into the restaurant just as any customer and brie the new res- Riverview is the place for you! would, and I was served in the same man- with a taurant in ner. That being said, I can still recommend side of town to beat. Riverview to anyone looking for a deli- fries. The (Source) “In one cious meal and an unbeatable view of our soft pan- If you are looking for a relaxing environment and great, week, I came town. cakes affordable food, you will love Clinton’s newest edition, here three The Riverview menu is primarily melted in The River View restaurant! times,” Hol- American based, with affordable sand- my mouth land said, wiches and salads as well as higher end and, as a sucker for any place that has abashed. “I’m already obsessed with Riv- entrees such as salmon and steak. I went fresh fruit, the cantaloupe melted my heart. erside as it is. I need a new job if I want to Pop punk band Fall Out Boy returns with new single DiCaprio to retire from Hollywood By Deirdre Kerwin Arts & Entertainment Editor By Claudia Fogel Staff Writer After a four-year hiatus, the pop-punk In addition to excitement of their reun- Renowned and respected actor, Leonar- shows his love for the community and the band Fall Out Boy has returned to the ion and released single (an instant hit on do DiCaprio, prepares to travel beyond environment and explains how global music scene. The long anticipated return the iTunes top 10 chart), the band an- Hollywood. One of the most prominent warming must be stopped in order to pre- came as a great surprise to fans, many of nounced that it would be soon departing actors of his time, DiCaprio has starred in serve the beauty of the world. DiCaprio whom have been anxiously waiting for on the “Save Rock & Roll” tour. The box office hits such as Titanic, Romeo & advocates independence from fossil fuel by any word of activity since the band’s de- North American tour features thirty-four Juliet and Inception. After the release of encouraging the use of solar energy and parture in 2009. Four years of waiting in dates, all of which have sold out. Some of his last two electric cars. the dark paid off for fans on Feb. 4 when the featured locations include Toronto, movies, The “My roof is the band announced their return with an New York, Dallas, Seattle, Denver, Miami Great Gats- covered with appropriately titled single, “My Songs and Los Angeles. From May 14 to June by and The solar panels,” Know What You Did In the Dark (Light 30, the band will be on the road, each day Wolf of said DiCaprio Em Up)” and a tour following the release performing before fans new and old. Un- Wall street, later in that inter- of their album Save Rock & Roll. fortunately, those who were unable to DiCaprio is view. "My car is In the interest of protecting the element purchase tickets for the tour will have to planning a electric. A nor- of surprise, days prior to the announce- turn to the scalpers. new life for mal person does ment band bassist and songwriter Pete The band comes at the well as the ten- himself that not drive more Wentz exhibited some sly behavior. Dur- year anniversary of their first album, will revolve than 50 kilome- ing an interview with the Chicago Tribune, “Take This to Your Grave.” Whether or around con- ters a day. That Wentz told fans “don’t hold your breath not the new album will pay tribute to the serving the can be done with that it’s happening” in response to rumors original sound of their work is undeter- environment a plug,” of Fall Out Boy’s return. Wentz acknowl- mined. While fans reminisce of FOB’S and not the An even larger edged the deception immediately after the original sound, the band will be releasing movie in- concern for Di- official announcement was made on the new music soon with an entirely different dustry. Caprio, however, band’s website, publishing the tweet “you style. Fall Out Boy’s upcoming tour will In the is his focus on can breathe now.” The band also took to provide fans the opportunity to experience past year, saving endan- Twitter to tweet a photograph taken in the band perform songs from throughout DiCaprio gered species, Chicago, IL, the hometown of members the course of the past ten years, and rejoice has worked specifically ti- (source) Wentz, Patrick Stump, Joe Trohman and for all that is to come. on filming gers, elephants After filming three consecutive movies in the past Andy Hurley. The image of the four band three con- and rhinos. He year, DiCaprio plans on pursuing environmental members surrounding a burning pile of secutive plans on continu- activism through his foundation. Fall Out Boy records, was accompanied movies: ing the work he with the message: “The future of Fall Out Django started in 2010 Boy starts now. #saverockandroll.” Unchained, The Great Gatsby and The when he donated $1 million to the World Wolf of Wall Street. Although having been Wildlife Fund. on the big screen since his younger days in “Illegal poaching of tigers for their parts Growing Pains, DiCaprio has decided to and massive habitat loss due to palm oil, make more of his life. timber and paper production are driving “I am a bit drained,” said DiCaprio in this species to extinction,” said DiCaprio an interview with German newspaper Bild. later in that interview. “If we don’t take “I’m now going to take a long, long break. action now, one of the most iconic animals I’ve done three films in two years and I’m on our planet could be gone in just a few just worn out.” decades. By saving tigers, we can also DiCaprio has always been an advocate protect some of our last remaining ancient for saving the planet. His humanitarian forests and improve the lives of indigenous work began in 1998 when he established communities.” the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation. He With his recent “retirement” DiCaprio created this foundation to generate aware- has more time to devote to this cause. ness of environmental issues. This founda- Looking forward, DiCaprio hopes his voice tion, whose slogan is “Supporting efforts to can spur environmental awareness and secure a sustainable future for our planet action around the world. and all of its inhabitants,” stresses the im- (source) portance of saving endangered species. Grammy-winning pop punk band Fall Out Boy announced their comeback after One of DiCaprio’s main concerns is a three-year hiatus with the release of a new single as well as a tour an- global warming. As seen in the movie, The nouncement and the release of their new album on April 16. 11th Hour, which DiCaprio narrates, he

Page 9 “Street style” sweeps New York City Fashion Week

By Lorra Barile Arts & Entertainment Editor

Up and down the runways, the world’s Although these bloggers are not typi- casion as nothing more than a publicity this day and age to whip up a website and best designers presented their Spring/ cally invited to attend fashion week, they stunt, but it has also brought controversy have it blow up after one outrageous post. Summer 2013 collections at the Mercedes- wait outside the venues that shows are in to the editorial community. Many street style blogs are nothing but a Benz Fashion Week this February. How- and document not only those who attend The painstaking hours that a profes- girl with an expensive camera snapping ever, seated among the echelon of maga- the shows but also those who wish they sional magazine editor or journalist puts pictures of her friends walking down the zine editors and celebrities was a new did. into his or her articles result in fashion street. This is not the type of hard-hitting crowd: fashion bloggers. One example of a street style blog is the magazines that journalism someone would In our technology-fueled era, becoming well-known blog, “The Sartorialist.” This have, over the find in a real fashion publi- a member of the fashion community is as website features stunning portraits of ec- years, been trend- cation, and yet, it is given simple as a click of a button. With the centrically-dressed strangers who photog- ing downwards in more attention due to its assistance of free blogging platforms such rapher Scott Schuman meets in his travels. sales. Many blame accessibility and lack of as Blogspot and Tumblr, and researching Underneath many of these portraits is a list the collapse of the cost. fashion throughout the web, average, every of stores where the subject’s clothing were editorial industry Despite the controversy day women and men alike have been pub- purchased. on technology, and surrounding it, there is one lishing their own fashion news and find- Despite the popularity it has been re- the ability to find indisputable fact behind the ings. ceiving, many have complained that the fashion articles for street style scene: in a Many of these bloggers have found street style phenomenon has become its free online. world where it is becoming fame and notoriety thanks to the success of own part of the fashion industry that has Menkes be- easier to publish infor- their blogs. Seated right by Anna Wintour dulled down the glamour of fashion week. lieves that creating (Source) mation by the second, it was teenage blogger Tavi Gevinson, own- In a recent article in T magazine, writer a street style blog Street style takes fashion forward does not appear that this er of online magazine “Style Rookie,” and Suzy Menkes remarked that street style is easy, and finds it citizens from off the street for scene will die down any beside her was personal style blogger has become a game of ‘who’s wearing the unfair that such praise online. time soon. Leandra Medine, owner of “The Man Re- most outrageous outfit.’ For the past few bloggers have peller,” a blog which Medine documents years, women donning outrageous hats and found themselves seated among the likes her day-to-day life and the outfits she dons sky-high heels have strutted outside of of Vogue editors at fashion shows. When to each occasion. Lincoln Center, hoping to be deemed wor- it comes down to it, in her opinion, street One major component of the fashion thy enough to be captured on a street style style photography is simply taking a pic- blogs is street style. Street style is the doc- blog and receive their own ‘fifteen minutes ture of a person in a remarkable outfit. umentation of outfits that are seen by com- of fame’. Although the aforementioned plete strangers walking down the streets. Not only has the street style fad brought bloggers, such as Gevinson and Medine, Basically, “street style bloggers” are the in a multitude of fashionistas plowing clearly invest a great deal of time and ef- paparazzi of the well-dressed commoners. down the streets, using this legendary oc- fort into their blogs, it’s relatively easy in The shoegaze “gods” are back with more reverb and eccentric pop tones than ever

By Jack Coleman Staff Writer After a twenty-two year hiatus, the that I really morrow” is a track that shows off Shield’s Dublin-based, shoegaze heroes, My wish was not talent and utilizes the whole bands ability bloody Valentine decides to put out a full on the record. beautifully. The six and a half minute song length entitled mbv. The album is no dif- The vocals embodies what My Bloody Valentine is in ferent from their previous releases which, and the drums an interesting, and complex way, a track to me is disappointing because I would make for a that should not be forgotten. like to see what else lead vocalist and gui- cheesy and Overall, the album is great though I just tarist Kevin Shields, drummer Colm Ó seemingly don’t understand how they make the same Cíosóig, Bilinda Butcher who adds on to poorly written exact style of music after twenty years. vocals and guitar, and bassist Debbie song. The The band still has as large, and loyal a Googe can do besides the dreamy noise for record has which they’re famous for. some incredi- following as they did when their first full The Album starts off very strong with ble tracks on length was released, so really, everything the opening track, “She Found Now” it, but sadly that they do will always be considered which plunges you into a state that is all “New You” amazing to their fans. The record is still too familiar if you’ve listened to My just doesn’t great for what it is. With only one maybe Bloody Valentine’s other releases. compare. two tracks that are weak, the band did not Shield’s guitar work is undeniably original Really disappoint this time around, even if they and his work with different effect pedals is none of what incredible, though the lyrics are utterly Shields plays failed to bring something new to the table. unintelligible because they are drowned in is difficult or a sea of reverb and noise, the lyrics are not would be (Source) what the band is about. However it isn’t considered enough to redeem the album’s weaker ground- points. breaking at all, but he surely knows how to guitar riff can have as much substance and The sixth track, “New You” is a song use pedals to the point where a simple shape as a full concert band. “Only To- Hot Rods opens for the season: impresses families across New Jersey with famous hot dogs and burgers By Theresa Vitovitch Sports Editor

All guys at North take note: the next and hot dogs along tional and seasoning fries. There are no gim- time you travel through Glen Gardner, with seasoned restau- micks at Hot Rods, you literally get what have a lunch break at one the best restau- waffle fries. rants you see and what you get is an authentic rants on Route 31. I ordered two and the American dining experience. Hot Rods is a hotdog and burger joint burgers with ba- terrible My meal was very good. The burgers that can be accurately described as an con and fried on- tasting were cooked perfectly, not overdone and anti-date night restaurant about a ten ions along with a but generally moist and tasty. The onions minute drive from North Hunterdon. large bag of sea- quick were the highlight, as they were com- This restaurant is a small family owned soned waffle fries fast pletely caramelized and added to the business, and offers little seating for large and a medium food overall experience. The fries were also groups but is more than adequate for Mountain Dew for chains. fantastic, being in the superior waffle- groups of less than ten people. Hot Rods $9. Hot shape and given a slightly spicy tomato- is heavily decorated with posters and Service was Rods based seasoning. photos of various race car drivers, giving quick, and I waited has all Frequent customers at Hot Rods may the restaurant its name and making it a no more than 10 (Source) their also get free soda refills, which I took very casual and fun place to hang out with minutes for my Hot Rods specializes in hot dogs and burgers. food advantage of during my dining experi- your buddies and eat. food to be deliv- pre- ence. My impression of this restaurant is one ered to my table. pared in I strongly recommend all North students of quality and value. Their menu is very This strikes a nice balance between the a kitchen directly in front of customers, and staff experience Route 31’s best kept sparse, featuring only burgers, chicken, quality food and long waits at more tradi- who are treated to a view of the owner secret and support a small business that flying across the kitchen flipping burgers deserves your dollar. Girls basketball looks forward to next season By Nidhi Sharma Perspectives Editor On a Saturday night last month, the at winning it all. High Point High School won the game selves out of the running for the Hunter- varsity girls basketball team found them- After tasting victory at last year’s tour- Saturday against Warren Hills High don Warren-Sussex County tournament. selves battling Winter Storm Nemo rather nament with Alissa Tarsi gaining recogni- School and advanced up the bracket right Still, the girls have not backed down. than Pope John High School, and what tion as MVP, the basketball team is eager next to North Hunterdon, Phillipsburg, and They have already begun preparing for would have been a tournament game was to bring the trophy and the glory home to Delaware High Schools. The four teams next year. rescheduled to Feb. 13. Fortunately, the North again. had advanced to quarter finals, where they “My young team is good. We just have girls played hard and won with a close “All I can say is that as long as we put would compete for the title of tournament to learn to be more consistent. But I think score of 30-28. The success had the team in the team effort and keep our head above champion. we get better every time we play, and I looking at an express route to the quarter water, I think we’ve got a real shot at mak- Unfortunately, although the team have faith in the girls,” Hank said. finals of the Hunterdon Warren-Sussex ing it,” said Hank, days before the tourna- played a good game, the girls lost to High County tournament and a possible chance ment game. Point High School 35-46, and found them- Boys basketball moving up in state tournament By Zoe Carpentier Features Editor With a record of 17 wins to nine losses, junior varsity coach “We teamwork and defensive tactics. the boys basketball team played well in the Mark Franzyshen at the played well Junior forward Ryan McDowell played Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex County Tour- beginning of the season in the Hunter- well in the game as well, scoring 13 of his nament and moves on in States. definitely lived up to don/Warren/ 21 overall points in the first half of the After their first win of the season their potential. At a Sussex Coun- game. With this win, North made it to the against Voorhees on Dec. 20, the team has game in early February, ty Tourna- semifinals of the tournament against Spar- continued throughout the season winning North had a 68-43 victo- ment,” ta. many more matches, including the first ry over Warren Hills, Rehrig said. “Seventeen wins is nice to have, but round of States. with senior Graham North won there have been a few games that I wish “We received the 7th seed in our sec- Senour scoring 16 points the first game we could have played a little better to give tion and hosted Westfield on Mon, Feb 25 and 15 rebounds. Anoth- in this tourna- ourselves a chance to win,” Rehrig said. in the state tournament,” said varsity coach er senior, Alex Westlin, ment against Kyle Rehrig. North won the opening round scored 13 points and the of States against Westfield with the final junior Jacob Johnson Hopatcong score of 60 to 43. This victory broke and senior Matt Jarvis Photo courtesy North website Chiefs with a North’s 22 year winless streak in States. both scored eight points Mike Magaleski takes a shot during the score of 63- The “players to watch” pointed out by apiece. North vs. Westfield win. 44 through Armstrong confronts doping backlash Nicked up players affect the Knicks record

By Mike Zappulla Sports Editor By Claudia Fogel Staff Writer Defeating cancer is by no means an lars to cancer research, all while some Injuries have team; however, without easy task; treatments for the disease leave critics whom have never donated a cent been a predominant Stoudemire, Anthony has the body in a state of perpetual exhaustion. can call Armstrong a fraud from the com- aspect of this year’s had a hard time racking To bounce back from the disease to a life fort of their couch without the slightest NBA. There have up all of the points on his of normalcy is a massive feat in and of hint of moral conflict been relatively own. itself and deserves the greatest of praise. The most disgusting offense comes more injuries to key This season, JR Smith To see Lance Armstrong rise up from what from those who would call Armstrong an players. The New has really stepped up and is considered the lowest of lows and to insult to cancer survivors. Those on the York Knicks are a taken a lead role on the engage in professional athleticism is jaw morning talk show The View have gone as prime example of a team. However, with dropping. Not only to participate, but win far as to suggest that the steroids Arm- team that has been Stoudemire coming back, what is con- strong took affected by various Smith has had a hard sidered the were the player injuries. time putting points on the most prestig- cause of his Injuries to key board. Stoudemire, who ious cycling cancer. I’m players like Amar’e now wants to retake his race is noth- not trying Stoudemire, Jason Photo by Claudia Fogel position as lead scorer, ing short of to defend a Kidd, Raymond Chandler scores two of his 16 has not been giving other miraculous. man who Felton and Iman points during the game against players a fair chance to Arm- cheated in a Shumpert have all Golden State. score. However, with his strong’s story professional impacted the team. slow recovery, is possibly sport, but Although Shumpert was injured last year Stoudemire has not been scoring a lot, the most there has to in the 2012 season, his return has not been either. famous and be a limit. what it was first anticipated to be. Although Raymond Felton’s injury to well-known People have When Shumpert came back, he was his finger was trivial, and he was only out in the realm forgotten all slow and off pace with the rest of the for a short time, his absence caused the of profes- Armstrong team. Having once been a defensive pro, Knicks to drop from the first seed in the sional cy- has done Shumpert lost his ability to adequately East to the second seed, where they now cling. With for cancer cover opponents, as seen in his perfor- stand six games behind the Heat. good reason, survivors mance against the Los Angeles Lakers. Before his injury, Felton played key the man was with alarm- His lack of defensive prowess, along with roles In scoring, breaking down the de- practically a ing haste. his inability to drive to the paint, is nega- fense and setting up his teammates for living fairy Medals tively affecting the overall performance of possible shots; however, when he was (source) tale: he beat the team. injured, the Knicks did not have a point Armstrong confesses all of his habits to Oprah Win- and awards cancer, won In addition, Stoudemire’s injury and guard who could step up and take Felton’s frey during a one-on-one interview. are all the Tour-de- things that return has not been the most beneficial job. Having started the season with a 6-0 France and thing for the team. When Stoudemire in- record, the Knicks were on their way to a can, and deserve to be stripped from Arm- made millions in the process. jured his back in the game against the very successful winning season. However, The recent news that the rumors sur- strong, but to give others who suffered Detroit Pistons, the Knicks were expected their record dropped significantly as they rounding Lance’s doping allegations were from the same disease as you a goal and a to have a very rough season with a record lost seven of thirteen games without Fel- indeed factual led the country and commu- role model is something that can never be under 500. However, they were able to ton. nity that supported him during his rise to taken away. Although he cheated, Lance prove everyone wrong and are currently in As for the remainder of the season, the fame to completely turn their backs on has inspired so many that have been faced the second seed in the East. However, with Knicks hope to reorganize around their him. The backlash that came along with Stoudemire’s return, the Knicks have had returning players and increase their perfor- with worst-case scenarios. He does not his confession, while justified in its own problems. mance as a whole so they can once again right, is shocking. Loss of sponsorships deserve to be cast aside as another idol that When Stoudemire began playing again hold the number one seed in the East. and medals is expected, he cheated, there’s has fallen from grace. this season, the dynamics on the team no denying that. Losing his medals and were way off. Last season Stoudemire was Nike sponsorship is well deserved. one of the lead scorers for the Knicks. But the most surprising part of the re- However, when he got hurt, other players sponse is the absolute denial of all his on the team needed to step up and take the other achievements. The Livestrong Foun- position as lead scorer. Carmelo Anthony dation has donated over 470 million dol- has always been another lead scorer on the