BY OLIVIA VAN DEURSEN Editor-in-Chief The drama department will premiere the annual fall comedy, “Rumors,” on November 20. The cast and crew have worked extensively to produce an outstanding show. The play features four couples attending a dinner party when a series of chaotic and wacky scenarios ensue. “The production is basically about a coupleContinue reading “Have you heard the “Rumors”?”
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OBHS hosts college fair
BY MARIAMI PANTSULIAIA On September 30, Old Bridge High held a college fair organized by Grace Patella of the Guidance Department. The college fair allowed students to learn about schools and ask questions about various programs. Students got to compare a wide variety of colleges, universities, and other post-graduate options. Every student had the chanceContinue reading “OBHS hosts college fair”
Field hockey hits milestones
BY JULIET KELLY The field hockey team has rolled to a 17-4 record and many other accomplishments, including making it to the Greater Middlesex County Tournament Finals, finishing first in the GMC Red Division, and setting school records. The team won their quarterfinals 8-0 against North Plainfield and semifinals 4-1 against Metuchen to make itContinue reading “Field hockey hits milestones”
Girls soccer wins GMCs
BY KAYLEE WEINGARTEN On Friday, October 31, the girls soccer team won the GMC tournament for the first time in school history. After two overtimes, the team secured the win with a shoot-out. After both teams remained scoreless through regulation and two overtimes, Nicole Nolan, Ariana Mineo, Olivia Cusick, and Sofia Riedinger made their penalty kicks in the shootout, and Jessica Lane made a key save to giveContinue reading “Girls soccer wins GMCs”
Success in GMCs leads to Sectionals
BY LAILA MOHAMED-ALI The gymnastics team placed third overall in the GMC Championship with a total score of 102.175. The season resulted in a multitude of personal highlights and a 4-4-1 record. At the GMC Championship, freshman Mikayla Martins placed 1st on beam, as well as placing highest for Old Bridge in every other event. She placed fifth all around in the GMCs. “It was shocking and amazing, as a freshman to face that kindContinue reading “Success in GMCs leads to Sectionals”
Marching to 1st Place
BY ANALISE SAINVIL The Marching Band has carried a wave of momentum through their fall season, taking first place at competitions in Edison, Monroe, and Hillsborough while earning top honors in music, visual performance, and overall effect. The team’s success early in the season inspired even more focus at rehearsals. “Placing first was extremely rewardingContinue reading “Marching to 1st Place”
Return of late buses
BY SAFIJA SHATKU Clubs Editor Last school year, the Board of Education removed all late buses for after-school activities due to budget issues. Starting in October, the 4pm late bus will run every Wednesday. The announcement of the return of late buses, even just on Wednesdays, relieved students and teachers greatly. “It was like theContinue reading “Return of late buses”
Knights hold drive to save lives
BY CAITLIN LAFLOWER On May 5, the high school’s American Red Cross Club hosted its annual blood drive with the national American Red Cross organization. The event took place in the main building’s back gym with stations set up for donors to have their vitals checked, gurneys to lay on while donating blood, and aContinue reading “Knights hold drive to save lives”
Coachella puts a pop back into festivals
BY: DAYAMI VILORIA The famous music and arts festival, Coachella, leaves people stunned every year. With fabulous outfits, celebrities, and music, the festival keeps a grip on viewers from everywhere. Coachella is known for its huge performances with a variety of artists from different genres. This year, Lady Gaga, Green Day, Post Malone, and TravisContinue reading “Coachella puts a pop back into festivals”
Freshmen get a taste of France at Maloney’s
BY MARIAMI PANTSULAIA On April 30, several freshmen French classes attended a field trip to the Maloney’s restaurant on Main Street in Matawan. Students had a chance to experience new food and another culture, while having fun with their friends. Students tasted foods they had never tried before, such as chicken liver, which turned outContinue reading “Freshmen get a taste of France at Maloney’s”
