Last time we talked about careers. We were picking one, changing our minds, selecting another, and doing that again and again until finally we make a decision. Now that we know what we want to do,...

   Is this the end or the start of a new beginning? This is the question many senior athletes, including myself, must encounter at some point this year.   This is where we must decide whether we...

  In the past few years, students in school have had difficulty with their motivations and work ethic. I believe that the lack of motivation and work ethic has changed due to increased mental health...

Taylor Swift is an inspiring role model - Written by Laura Bitondi  “We are never ever getting back together” is one of the most famous songs by Taylor Swift. The stereotype that all of her songs...

   Organizations are creating new ways to test their drugs in new products. Some do this by testing them on animals, so no humans are harmed. I have mixed feelings about this subject. For accurate research...

   Being a teen can be overwhelming for a variety of reasons. As the years increase, the future definitely can become a stressor.     Everyone starts asking you what you want to be when you grow...

   Both of Northwest's varsity basketball teams have found success on the court this season because of their team depth. So far, the boys' team is 6-4, and the girls' team is 9-1.     Currently,...

     Injuries in sports are inevitable, ranging from rug burns, blisters, sore legs, sprained ankles, bumps, and bruises. With athletes' bodies constantly going through many movements and changes, playing...

   The "Win Now" mentality is what the Northwest student section needs to have. Supportive, cheering, and encouraging are attributes that each student should bring to every game.    For the past...

  For those who do not know, I am a member of the boys varsity basketball team. This is now my third year on varsity, and I have heard it all. “Why go to the game when they will just lose.”  “...

    It is now basketball season ladies and gentleman. Following the girls' historic state title run last season, the expectations this year are very high. The Mounties are returning senior and Western...

Growing up as an only child, my parents became my best friends at a very young age. They have taught me everything I know, from learning to eat and brush my hair to being independent and standing up...