WAHS Holiday Band Performances
By: Nora Warner Photo By: Philip Stucker The Wallenpaupack Area High School Concert and Jazz Bands performed their winter concert on December 3. The Jazz Band (pictured) is an auditioned group that typically rehearses on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m. The program for the Jazz Band featured year-round favorites including an arrangement of Bridge Over…
Christmas Yarn Ornaments
By: Sutton Rizzo These Christmas ornaments are a great use of your time and would look great on your Christmas tree. Materials: · Cardboard · Glue · Yarn Step 1: Cut shapes for the ornaments from cardboard. · Cut out a cardboard circle for the wreath · Draw and cut out a cardboard star. Step…
Celebrating Kwanzaa: Honoring Heritage and Unity
By: Jewel Dickerman As the year ends, millions of people across the United States and around the world gather to celebrate Kwanzaa, a seven-day holiday that honors African heritage, community, and culture. Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, Kwanzaa is a time for reflection, pride, and togetherness. Celebrated from December 26 to January 1, Kwanzaa is…
Girl’s Basketball
Photo credit to Tanya Cunningham By: Molly Cunningham It was a big week for the Lady Buckhorns, as they played two very tough teams. On Tuesday, December 9, they traveled to Crestwood to face the Lady Comets. They knew it was going to be a hard fight for both teams, so they battled as…
Hanukkah
By: Ty Lounsbury Although it is Christmas season, we shouldn’t forget about the other holidays this month. Did you know that Hannukah was this past Monday? Most people have heard of Hannukah, but here are some facts you might not know about it: · In addition to its spiritual and religious celebrations, Hanukkah celebrates…
Lighting the Way: The Story and Spirit of Hanukkah
By: Jewel Dickerman As winter nights grow longer, Jewish families around the world begin to celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights—an eight-day holiday filled with warmth, joy, and tradition. This year, Hanukkah brings together ancient history and modern celebrations, reminding people of the power of hope and perseverance. Hanukkah commemorates a miracle that took place more than…
VIP at Winter Fest 2025
Picture Shown- Brook Valley Farm horse and carriage By: Bethany Day The Volunteer’s in Paupack participated in its annual Winter Fest. Every year, Volunteers in Paupack go to Winter Fest, a celebration in Hawley. The holiday event started in 1999, when the shops of Hawley came together and spread the Christmas spirit. It has…
Swimming
Wallenpaupack swimmers cheering on their teammate Paul Cenusa during his 200IM By: Reagan Anderson This past week, the swim team traveled to Abington Heights pool. Instead of facing Abington Heights, they swam against Valley View. Valley View, like Paupack, does not have a pool. This is why both teams traveled to Abington. At the meet,…