Unknown to most, June is recognized as Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month.  While this month is intended to raise awareness about a critically important cause, it often goes entirely ignored by both...

As the weather warms and the skies clear, people emerge from their cozy dwellings to explore the Pennsylvania summer time. Between camping, summer camps, and hiking, the vast outdoors will become a second...

Among 2024’s first blockbuster hits, Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire had an enormous weight on its shoulders.  Following 2023’s Oscar award winning Godzilla Minus One from Toho Studios, the expectations...

Students across the country are abundantly familiar with a variety of sciences offered in the public school system. Biology, chemistry, and physics are among the many fields of study regarding our natural...

As the 2023-2024 school year marches toward graduation, NASH seniors are inevitably reflecting on the notable events and accomplishments of their final year.  They're not the only ones. It is not uncommon...

Groundhog Day: a day of legend for many Pennsylvanians.  The ever-majestic Punxatawney Phil rises from his burrow to prophesy a forecast of unwavering accuracy, all while droves of adoring onlookers cheer...

Based on the popular novels of the same name by author Lee Child, Reacher can best be described as a classic American action story.  The story focuses on ex-military police officer, Jack Reacher (Alan...

When adopting a family pet, most people are left with two choices: adopt or shop.  Animals bought from a pet store or breeder are often trained, have clear records, and are mentally well suited for domesticated...

Everyone’s favorite apocalyptic alligator of anarchy is back to causing havoc in theaters.  And this time, he’s back on his home turf. After a monstrous brawl of world-ending proportions back...

The NASH cafeteria is home to many different sounds: the excited call of hungry students, the scraping of plastic utensils on styrofoam trays, and the echo of locker doors slamming nearby. But recently...

It's a well known fact that the American public school system distances itself from religion as much as possible, with the Constitution itself prohibiting most forms of spiritual expression in schools....

The monarch butterfly migration is among the most vibrant, surreal, and awe-inspiring natural phenomena in the world.  Millions of glistening butterflies travel thousands of miles each year from all across...

Going to the gym is an increasingly popular pastime amongst teenagers.  The rise in downtime from Covid, the lack of alternative activities to enjoy, the many fitness influencers on social media, and...

As our new superintendent, what changes would you most like to see implemented at North Allegheny? North Allegheny is a special place and a leading district in our region, so major changes are not...

The Guardians of the Galaxy are ready to rock and roll back into theaters for their third and final outing. And I couldn’t be happier to proclaim that the highly anticipated Guardians of the Galaxy Volume...

How did you find your passion for math? I found it when I was in middle school.  It was a combination of some things I was interested in, but it never came easily to me.  It was lots of hard work...

As young drivers new to the road, many NASH students tend to land in the same parking spots every single day. Whether they park in the distant reaches of campus behind the tennis courts or just a few feet...

Pennsylvanians may soon witness one of the greatest natural redemption stories in the history of the state's wildlife.  It’s the possible return of the marten. Martens, also known as American Martens...

When senseless thugs kill a retired assassins dog, all hell breaks loose in the criminal underworld.  John Wick (Keanu Reeves), a legendary hitman, retired his services after finding the love of his...

South Park, the wildly popular adult animation comedy known for its dark humor, recently faced massive scrutiny from the royal couple, Prince Harry (the Duke) and Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle.  In...

Classic movie genres, such as western and sci-fi, have commonly been regarded as polar opposites.  One revolves around simple plots, tension-filled duels, and historical technology.  The other contains...

Spring is fast approaching, and when the snow thaws and icicles melt, a collection of peculiar creatures begins to hunt for new homes.  While they’re rarely welcomed in our suburban abodes, insects...

On an ordinary Friday afternoon, nothing stands in the way of a NASH high schooler getting his or her lunch.  Students rush through the halls, zip down the stairs, and excitedly rush to find their friend’s...

Each year, on the morning of February 2nd, a celebrity groundhog named Phil emerges from his cozy burrow in Punxsutawney, PA to an eruption of applause from adoring fans.  Crawling around inquisitively...

2019 was arguably one of the best years for contemporary cinema.  With massive titles such as 1917, John Wick 3, Us, Jojo Rabbit, and Avengers Endgame, the box office was booming as audiences flocked...

In our era of controversy, political divide, and social struggle, one debate looms largest of all.  It has broken apart families and caused rifts between friends. It resurfaces every holiday season, creeping...

The balance of life is dependent on a group of extraordinary creatures that are rapidly disappearing from the globe.  Amphibian populations are plummeting at never before seen rates, and their extinction...

It seems nowadays that parents are all saying the same things to their kids. “Get off that phone and go do something.” “Stop just lying around.” "Aren’t you going to do anything today?”  The...

Alexander Hamilton, Andrew Jackson’s pet parrot, a system of checks and balances, and a box of tea aren’t exactly costumes that the average high school student would consider wearing to a Halloween...

It’s that spectacularly spooky season again, the time when cobwebs are being strung up, horror movies are on every night, and young trick-or-treaters are searching for the perfect costume.  Halloween...

April 26th, 2019.  It felt as if the movie-viewing world was abuzz with excitement as Avengers: Endgame launched in theaters.  Casual viewers and hardcore fans of the Marvel Universe were on the edge...

When a person is sick, they take prescribed medication.  When they break a bone, they get fitted with a cast.  But when they suffer from mental illness, they risk becoming ostracized and treated as a...

If you’re an avid Netflix watcher, (as almost everyone is nowadays), there’s a good chance you’ve seen or heard about Cobra Kai.  The hit drama/comedy/action series kicked its way onto screens in...

Picture this: you’re taking a leisurely stroll on a cool autumn morning.  The crisp breeze whips across your face, you admire the vibrant trees, and you can faintly hear the squeaks of squirrels gathering...