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Located in Trivoli Village, this seafood establishment delivers on the flavor of several different seafood dishes while contributing special seasonings that’ll leave the customer wanting more. With their mix of various traditional sea cuisines and classic Eastern-coast foods, the pairing is something that everyone should try. Rating: A Photo Credit: Aila Pasic

Endeavor in traditional New England seafood at ‘Boston Fish House & Bar’

Aila Pasic
February 18, 2021
Enjoy exceptional dishes at this new restaurant located in Tivoli Village.
Barely making a dent

Barely making a dent

Kamiran Hinton
February 18, 2021
Reddit made a play with the GME stock, leading to multiple hedge funds losing money.
The silencing of Bret Stephens

The silencing of Bret Stephens

Ahmed Ahmed
February 18, 2021
The NYT’s decision to punish a reporter for referencing the n-word is terrifying.
Q&A: What do you think about Trumps acquittal?

Q&A: What do you think about Trump’s acquittal?

Rhamil Taguba
February 17, 2021
SWCTA students respond to Donald Trump's second acquittal from impeachment.
Feel the dread with ‘Ignorance’

Feel the dread with ‘Ignorance’

Jackson Bogan
February 16, 2021
Enjoy the somber melodies of The Weather Station.
Although there are plenty of options for college and in the workforce, teenagers are still learning what they truly want out of life. It will take time and a lot of self-analysis before they’re ready to take the next step. With their attention divided into academics, extracurriculars, their personal lives and enjoying their last few teenage years, there’s not always enough time to focus on their future goals. Photo Credit: Kayla Thomas

So Many Paths, So Little Time

Kayla Thomas
February 16, 2021
As teenagers who are still finding ourselves, it will be even more difficult after high school.
State last year was held at Reno for FCCLA students, however due to the pandemic, it is now being held virtually in March. Although this conference will be different, members are still excited for the opportunity to attend. “I’m glad that state is continuing,” junior Brooke Young said. “I think it really gives the new kids a taste of what it would be like in regular school.” Photo Credit: Brooke Young

FCCLA prepares for virtual state conference

Juliana Borruso
February 16, 2021
FCCLA students are finalizing their work before state at the beginning of March.
In order to learn more about what it takes to make a video game, students are watching video lessons from Rockstar Studios and the work they put in creating RDR2. After the video lesson, students will be taking an assessment to end the unit. “A great video game has to be graphically driven,” sophomore Hai Tong said. “If the game doesn’t have amazing graphics nowadays, it can’t be considered a top game no matter how good the story/controls are.Gamer by ulricaloeb is licensed under CC BY 2.0 .

Game design sophomores start an intricate unit on what makes a great video game

Farhad Yazdani
February 16, 2021
Students are breaking down the parts of a successful game to understand story design.
Where are they now: Yoana Ontiveros

Where are they now: Yoana Ontiveros

Gurleen Swaich
February 16, 2021
Former Fashion Design student, Yoana Ontiveros, is now a freelance graphic designer who is working hard to become a lawyer.
QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?

QUIZ: DO YOU KNOW WHAT HAPPENED LAST WEEK?

Julia Jauregui
February 15, 2021
Check out the news during the week of February 8.
PODCAST: Valentines Day during a pandemic

PODCAST: Valentine’s Day during a pandemic

Gurleen Swaich, Juliana Borruso, and Kamryn Baldenebro
February 14, 2021
Although it can be tempting to see your significant other during Valentine's Day, can there be consequences?
After only being available on PS Vita and regarded as a distant relic of the “Persona” series for years, “Persona 4 Golden” has made a comeback on Steam. Popular characters, a thrilling storyline, and upgraded graphics are returning in this fan-favorite. Rating: B

Venture into the TV world in ‘Persona 4 Golden’

Monserrat Mendieta
February 13, 2021
Engage in turn-based combat, dynamic characters, suspenseful plot and more in ‘Persona 4 Golden’.
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