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The Latest — Lunar New Year Celebration, Valentine treats, Black History Month Jeopardy
The Latest — Lunar New Year Celebration, Valentine treats, Black History Month Jeopardy
February 17, 2023
Photo of the Boys basketball team courtesy of Nico DiMaria (IG: _ndedits)
The Latest- Boys Basketball Continues Win Streak, Girls Basketball Advance in County Tournament, and Wrestling Dominates NVD
January 31, 2023
The Latest — Student Council Preps for School Pep
The Latest — Student Council Preps for School Pep
January 19, 2023
The Latest — Outspoken Over the Holidays
The Latest — Outspoken Over the Holidays
December 21, 2022
The Latest — New Year, New Play
December 15, 2022
The Winter Guard’s Stellar Spirit
The Winter Guard’s Stellar Spirit
March 29, 2023
Courtesy of NVOT Twitter
DECA Takes Atlantic City
March 17, 2023
Courtesy of Amy Wilcox
First Competition In A Higher Class, First Place
March 17, 2023
Serving Seniors A Loss
Serving Seniors A Loss
March 3, 2023
Winter Guard Shoots for the Moon
Winter Guard Shoots for the Moon
February 9, 2023
Students confront long wait times for wraps.
Wrap Line Catastrophe
March 2, 2023
Unwrapping the Sweet and Sour of Valentine’s Day Box Chocolates
Unwrapping the Sweet and Sour of Valentine’s Day Box Chocolates
February 12, 2023
AP Parking: The Hardest Class of the Day
AP Parking: The Hardest Class of the Day
February 10, 2023
Valentine’s Day? Not Today
Valentine’s Day? Not Today
February 3, 2023
Shoot For The Hearts
Shoot For The Hearts
February 3, 2023
The greatest ongoing debate of all time...
Dogs vs. Cats
October 30, 2020
This years 2020 election sparks debate with the countrys high schoolers.
Should the Voting Age Be Lowered to 16?
October 26, 2020
Fall Back... Into Seasonal Depression?
Fall Back… Into Seasonal Depression?
November 6, 2019
Word vs. Docs
Word vs. Docs
January 29, 2019
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
Olivia vs. Olivia: Christmas
December 21, 2018
America must prioritize unity in order to reach its full potential.
Unity
June 22, 2021
Our school community must step up and stand against anti-Asian discrimination.
Not America’s Punching Bag
May 16, 2021
While Black History Month may be coming to an end, we must always honor the efforts and accomplishments of Black Americans.
Black History Month: Honoring Marsha P. Johnson
February 26, 2021
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
Why the U.S. Criminal Justice System Needs Reform
February 11, 2021
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Womans Fight
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Woman’s Fight
February 5, 2021
The Lances Hot Takes 6
The Lance’s Hot Takes 6
March 24, 2023
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
March 17, 2023
Paradise On Earth?
Paradise On Earth?
March 7, 2023
K-Dramas Worth Crying Over
K-Dramas Worth Crying Over
February 13, 2023
For all the lonely Starbucks lovers
For all the lonely Starbucks lovers
February 13, 2023
A bittersweet goodbye to the block.
Review: On My Block Season 4
October 8, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo sweeps the charts.
“SOUR” is Pretty Sweet
June 21, 2021
A book to keep you busy this summer.
Review: Daisy Jones & The Six
June 10, 2021
A Movie Each Day of February Break
A Movie Each Day of February Break
February 26, 2021
OMB cast.
Review: On My Block Season 3
March 25, 2020
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
February 10, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
The Lance Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
December 7, 2022
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2022
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2022
September 22, 2022
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2022
The Lance Playlist: Summer 2022
June 1, 2022
The Lance Playlist: AP Study Session
The Lance Playlist: AP Study Session
May 2, 2022
Six sweeet holiday treats, recipes courtesy of the guidance department.
The Lance Tries: Guidance’s Favorite Holiday Desserts
December 13, 2021
Brooke and Spencer try the best (and the worst) Tik Tok food trends.
The Lance Tries: TikTok Food Trends
April 30, 2021
Olivia Genco takes on roller skating for a week
The Lance Tries: Roller Skating
June 9, 2020
Lines form in front of Popeyes as customers wait for chicken sandwiches
The Lance Tries: Popeyes’ Chicken Sandwich
December 20, 2019
Setting out to eat Kalbi.
The Lance Tries: Korean Barbeque—Phoods, Photos, and Phozilla
March 29, 2018
Slime makes its way back into the hands of high schoolers.
The Lance Rewind: Slime
September 28, 2021
The Rainbow Loom Bands
The Lance Rewind: Rainbow Loom
March 16, 2020
Josh Lee
The Lance Rewind: ASK.fm
January 29, 2018
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
The Lance Rewind: Does Hannah Montana still hold up?
March 3, 2017
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
The Lance Rewind: Silly Bandz
October 21, 2016
The Lances Hot Takes 6
The Lance’s Hot Takes 6
March 24, 2023
Hot Takes: 2023 Grammys
Hot Takes: 2023 Grammys
February 7, 2023
Hot Takes Resolutions
Hot Takes Resolutions
January 5, 2023
The latest celebrity gossip, broken down by teenage girls. (Amelia Murphy)
The Lance’s Hot Takes 5
November 7, 2022
The latest celebrity gossip, broken down by your PR editors.
The Lance’s Hot Takes 4
May 12, 2022
Kyra Baily and Ava Gallucci bond over being dance captains for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels.
Dirty Rotten Dance Captains
March 23, 2023
Sports Medicine students learn about anatomy
New program prepares students for healthcare careers
February 10, 2023
Gattis love for fashion began with his love for vintage clothing.
Fashion Student of the Month: Roman Gatti
January 31, 2023
Unique Classes Offered at NVOT
Unique Classes Offered at NVOT
January 30, 2023
Artificial Intelligence: a tool or a threat to art and writing?
Artificial Intelligence: a tool or a threat to art and writing?
January 26, 2023
Coach Dunn speaks to players on the girls basketball team.
Swishing Through The Season
March 24, 2023
The Lance March Madness Competition
The Lance March Madness Competition
March 16, 2023
NVOT wrestling team celebrates their sectional championship win versus Sparta on February 8
Super Sophomores Soar Team to Victory
February 10, 2023
Bye Bye Brady
Bye Bye Brady
February 9, 2023
Cheer goes undefeated in their regular season.
Golden Knights Cheer Heads to Big North Playoffs
February 7, 2023
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 23, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 16, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports
May 10, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports – Week of April 25
May 2, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
What’s Happening in OT Sports — Week of April 18
April 25, 2022
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 16
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 16
December 23, 2022
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 14
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 14
December 9, 2022
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 11
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 11
November 18, 2022
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 9
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 9
November 4, 2022
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
October 28, 2022
The Lance March Madness Competition
The Lance March Madness Competition
March 16, 2023
March’s Maddest Moments
March’s Maddest Moments
April 8, 2022
After the buzzer rang, Steffner sprinted to the scorers table. She said, It felt necessary to celebrate in that fashion and make sure the 95% of the fans who were screaming at us, remembered us.
Be (Del)Aware of the Mother Hen
April 5, 2022
Celebrity Couple Madness
Celebrity Couple Madness
April 1, 2022
Some of the logos of teams in the tournament.
NON-(LOGO)ICAL March Madness Picks
March 17, 2022
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Olivia Connell

Olivia Connell, Public Relations Editor

Hi!! I'm Olivia Connell and I'm the Public Relations Editor this year. I love my family, my friends, soccer, and most of all, celebrity gossip.

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The Lances Hot Takes 6

The Lance’s Hot Takes 6

Charlotte Atalla and Olivia Connell
March 24, 2023
Hot Takes: 2023 Grammys

Hot Takes: 2023 Grammys

Charlotte Atalla and Olivia Connell
February 7, 2023
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Rom Coms That Will Ruin Valentine’s Day

February 5, 2023
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Non-Expert Grammy Predictions

February 5, 2023
Photo of the Boys basketball team courtesy of Nico DiMaria (IG: _ndedits)

The Latest- Boys Basketball Continues Win Streak, Girls Basketball Advance in County Tournament, and Wrestling Dominates NVD

Antonio Campagna, Zachary Dewan, Samantha Tate, Kara Long, Maria Silva, Olivia Connell, Aidan Fruhling, and Drew Rosenblum
January 31, 2023
Hot Takes Resolutions

Hot Takes Resolutions

Charlotte Atalla and Olivia Connell
January 5, 2023
The latest celebrity gossip, broken down by teenage girls. (Amelia Murphy)

Hot Takes: Holiday Edition

Charlotte Atalla and Olivia Connell
December 26, 2022
PR editor Liv Connells dogs, Holly and Luna, playing with their holiday toys.

[Photo] Happy Howlidays

December 16, 2022
The latest celebrity gossip, broken down by teenage girls. (Amelia Murphy)

The Lance’s Hot Takes 5

Olivia Connell and Charlotte Atalla
November 7, 2022
The Latest — Volleyball, Girls Soccer, and Football team Advance through State Playoffs

The Latest — Volleyball, Girls Soccer, and Football team Advance through State Playoffs

Antonio Campagna, Olivia Connell, Drew Rosenblum, Charlotte Atalla, Aidan Fruhling, Anabelle Lee, and Kara Long
November 1, 2022
The Latest — The Epic Highs and Lows of High School Sports

The Latest — The Epic Highs and Lows of High School Sports

Antonio Campagna, Olivia Connell, Drew Rosenblum, Aidan Fruhling, Anabelle Lee, and Kara Long
October 26, 2022
Girls soccer team brings home a win against NVD in overtime

The Trials and Tribulations of Defeating the Norseman

Charlie Dippolito and Olivia Connell
October 21, 2022
The Latest — Girls Tennis Serves Up a Storm, Girls XC Wins County Championship, Football Breaks Undefeated Streak

The Latest — Girls Tennis Serves Up a Storm, Girls XC Wins County Championship, Football Breaks Undefeated Streak

Drew Rosenblum, Charlotte Atalla, Olivia Connell, Annabelle Lee, Kara Long, Antonio Campagna, and Aidan Fruhling
October 16, 2022
Acing Their Way to State Finals

Acing Their Way to State Finals

Olivia Connell, Public Relations Editor
October 13, 2022
Sophomore Andrew Kim mans the Germany booth.

[Photo] Diversity Day is Back

May 24, 2022
Rhees art will be on display at the New Jersey Department of Education building in Trenton.

Post-Pandemic Paintings

Olivia Connell, Staff Writer
April 27, 2022
Brooke Farrington swapped with business teacher Antonio Marino.

[Photo] Seniors Swapped

April 14, 2022
Pictured above from left to right are Ms. Safa, Dmytro Kolisnyk, Dmytros mother, Mrs. Fernandez, and Ms. Fox

“We Stand With Ukraine”

Lara Areiqat, Caroline Tharakan, and Olivia Connell
March 21, 2022
Abby Dennis, Sophomore: “I understand why masks have had to be worn, but Im super excited about the mandate being lifted. As sophomores, weve had to wear masks our entire high school experience so far, so seeing everyone without them will be so refreshing.”

[Photo] Mask On…Mask Off?

March 4, 2022
Yan Landaus guzheng, a traditional Chinese instrument.

Staying in Tune With Her Roots

Lara Areiqat, Olivia Connell, and Caroline Tharakan
February 4, 2022
Poetry Out Loud participants get ready to recite their poems to an empty auditorium.

Spoken Word, Center Stage

December 20, 2021
Consider these 25 gift ideas this holiday season.

25 Holiday Gifts for Under $25

Lara Areiqat and Olivia Connell
December 9, 2021
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Abby Dennis using a trash bin on Anything But a Backpack Day.

[Photo] Spirit for Wellness

November 20, 2021
Olutiola in the middle of a serve.

A GOLDen Knight: Jola Olutiola

Olivia Connell, Staff Writer
November 1, 2021
Roman Gatti as Bob Ross painting a window.

[Photo] Halloween Post-Quarantine

October 30, 2021
Seniors Daniel Zhao, Ace Kim, and Ethan Szeto with advisor Steve Maietta.

TSA Club Wins Big

Lara Areiqat, Olivia Connell, and Caroline Tharakan
October 7, 2021
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