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Jubilee Singer’s spring concert depicted their rich talent and community

Jubilee Singer’s spring concert depicted their rich talent and community

William Yanhs, Arts editor June 29, 2024

In only one hour, a contained community of support, equality, and unbounded happiness was formed, as the Jubilee Singers performed various songs for an eager audience. Directed by music teacher Sheldon...


Hot Pretzel performs during Porchfest Saturday, June 1.

Newton “Porchfest” grows community of local musicians

Eric Lam, Arts editor June 23, 2024

An afternoon of genres ranging from self-composed reggae grooves to iconic rock and roll songs, Porchfest featured live music from all corners of the Newton music community Saturday, June 1 from 12 p.m....

The boys Volleyball team proudly stands behind their banner and trophy post win, Thursday, June 13.

North Triumphs in Epic 3-2 Showdown to Win MIAA Division I State Championship

Sunny Thavanti and Cindy Qiao June 20, 2024

  North took home the MIAA Division I state championship by defeating Needham 3-2 Thursday, June 13 at Worcester State University. With the win, seniors  Adam Christianson and Sam Huang, captains...

Playwrights Festival showcases student work in a series of performances

Playwrights Festival showcases student work in a series of performances

Sonya Belanga, Arts editor June 20, 2024

Coordinated by seniors Audrey Sanger and Oliver Perlo, North’s 17th Annual Playwrights Festival brought both comedic and heartfelt stories to life. The show, which featured eight plays written and performed...

Senior Adam Christensen sets  the ball in the first period against Natick, Monday, June 10.

North defeated Natick and advances to the state finals

June 14, 2024

North boys’ volleyball punched their ticket to the MIAA state finals Monday, June 10 with a 3-2 win at South. The match concluded with a sharp kill from senior Adam Christensen, a captain alongside seniors...

Senior Awards night celebrates seniors in the theater department

Senior Awards night celebrates seniors in the theater department

Nika Jayanth, Arts editor June 14, 2024

Laughter and cheers erupted from the Lasker Auditorium as North celebrated seniors in the performing arts with Theatre Ink’s annual theater awards Thursday, May 30.  The awards night started with...

Choreography Project continues to expand horizons of Theatre Ink

Choreography Project continues to expand horizons of Theatre Ink

Sophie Stockton, Arts editor June 13, 2024

For the fourth year in a row, Theatre Ink’s student-led Choreography Project took the stage to showcase diverse dancing styles. The show ran May 1-3 in the Lasker Auditorium and was directed by seniors...

Senior Lochlan Seth prepares to serve ball, Monday, May 13.

Tennis prodigy Lochlan Seth: from state rankings to Colgate University’s courts

Lily Southall, Sports editor June 10, 2024

  Ranked as one of the top male tennis players in Massachusetts for his age group, senior Lochlan Seth has not only dominated the high school tennis courts but also established himself as a pivotal leader...

Puzzle Day sparks student interest in computer science

Puzzle Day sparks student interest in computer science

Savannah Bond, News Editor May 29, 2024

North’s Puzzle Day, an event aiming to promote interest in North’s computer science and data analytics electives, as well as provide an entertaining afternoon of puzzling, took place Saturday, April...

Club sign-ups added to Family ID

Club sign-ups added to Family ID

Izzy Chapman, News Editor May 29, 2024

The addition of club sign-ups to Family ID streamlined a previously complicated process, according to Chinese teacher Yixing Lew, the director of clubs at North. This update connects all parts that...

TedX Club allows North community members to express ideas

TedX Club allows North community members to express ideas

Shonali Sen and Madi Drewry May 29, 2024

North’s new TedX club officially started last October, with the hopes of creating a public platform for students and Newton community members to share their experiences. Led by junior Aadi Aryan and...

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