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Qualifiers for the Merit Scholarship; Eric Yang and Albert Zhu

MARGARET WHRITENOUR
October 24, 2024

Seniors Eric Yang and Albert Zhu qualified for a prestigious competition to earn the title of finalist for the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, a recognition based on their outstanding PSAT scores....

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Viking Valley Continues to Thrive

ASTRID PHILLIPS-GEEZA
October 24, 2024

“Viking Valley has this aura of being loud when there’s an event. They're going to show up in full force,” athletic director Kevin Marcoux said. The EL student section is perhaps one of the most...

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New Experiences for ELHS Exchange Students

JAMES AMBROSINI
October 24, 2024

Picture this: you’re stepping off the plane after just touching down in a strange new land. Almost immediately, you’re greeted with a massive mural of the American flag, its bright stars and colorful...

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Exploring the Smith-Harris House

MARTIN COOPER
October 24, 2024

In 1839, the town of East Lyme was founded, and since then the town has developed into the bustling attraction it is today. The town’s long history brought with it many historic sites, and with those...

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Approaching Political Discussions Courteously and Respectfully

October 24, 2024

Even though you’ve heard it a million times before, these are unprecedented times. From the two (as of writing) assassination attempts that have occurred towards candidate Donald Trump, to over 213...

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Marching Band’s Heart Beats Strong

NATHANIEL SCOTT
October 24, 2024

In one corner, chimes rang out in melodious song; in another, drums beat loudly, competing with a clarinet’s harmonic tune. Focused on their instruments, the solemn focus was occasionally broken by giggles,...

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‘Irish Goodbye’ Says Hello to the Big Screen

JEN WALLACE
October 24, 2024

The crowd settles into the packed theater, the lights dim, and the piano from the song plays its last note; the projector turns on, and familiar faces begin to flash across the screen. ELHS students...

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Food Scrap Program Aims for a Healthier Connecticut

KATELYN DICKIE
October 24, 2024

Connecticut’s 16 landfills are filling like wildfire. Incineration plants are not a reliable alternative, as they’re a leading cause of pollution. CT is in need of solutions. ELHS’ DECA Club (Distributive...

A New Role for a Familiar Face

A New Role for a Familiar Face

Dylan Manifold
September 19, 2024

For seniors on the ELHS field hockey team, the appointment of new interim head coach Laura Mackey is a pivotal moment: their third new head coach in four years. Although Coach Mackey is new to the role...

Tyler Eng Rocks His Way Through Vanguard and Berklee

Tyler Eng Rocks His Way Through Vanguard and Berklee

JAMES AMBROSINI
September 19, 2024

The Viking Saga: How did it feel being a part of Vanguard last year? Tyler Eng: It was amazing. It was, and still is, such a good opportunity. Originally I met Darius [lead singer] through Instagram;...

2024 FALL SPORTS LEADERS

2024 FALL SPORTS LEADERS

JEN WALLACE
September 19, 2024

Boys’ soccer: Ryan Wargo “What’s unique about our team is the transition we will have to go through in order to be successful. We lost nine of our 11 starters from last year. I believe we have...

From Page to Screen

From Page to Screen

Kasey Lambert
September 19, 2024

‘It Ends With Us’ by Colleen Hoover Recommended by teachers, students, and all over social media, “It Ends With Us” by Colleen Hoover remains one of the most popular novels read by both avid...

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