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The Latest - The track team had a very strong meet, Wrestling defeated both Becton and Ramapo, Ice Hockey has won both of their games this week
The Latest – The track team had a very strong meet, Wrestling defeated both Becton and Ramapo, Ice Hockey has won both of their games this week
February 14, 2025
The Latest—Class of 2026, Theatre Department, Student Movement Against Cancer
The Latest—Class of 2026, Theatre Department, Student Movement Against Cancer
February 12, 2025
The Cheer team placed second in the Big North Championship, Girls Swim had a strong finish to their season, Girls Basketball team won their Bergen County Tournament
The Cheer team placed second in the Big North Championship, Girls Swim had a strong finish to their season, Girls Basketball team won their Bergen County Tournament
February 10, 2025
The Latest—Student Council, TSA Club, Winter Guard, Theatre Department
The Latest—Student Council, TSA Club, Winter Guard, Theatre Department
February 7, 2025
The Latest - Girls Basketball defeated Mahwah in the Bergen County Tournament, Cheer had a competition for the Big North competition which they placed first, and the Girl Pole Vaulters all placed within the top 10.
The Latest – Girls Basketball defeated Mahwah in the Bergen County Tournament, Cheer had a competition for the Big North competition which they placed first, and the Girl Pole Vaulters all placed within the top 10.
February 3, 2025
The red indicates the area of Central Avenue, without any crosswalks
One Step Closer to Safer Streets
February 11, 2025
Golden Knights Day
Golden Knights Day
January 31, 2025
Fernandez Teaching Empathy: Students’ Contributions to Hope for the Youth
Fernandez Teaching Empathy: Students’ Contributions to Hope for the Youth
January 29, 2025
A photo taken of some of the competitors at Poetry Out Loud including the head teacher, Jeffrey Train
Poetry in the Spotlight
January 16, 2025
Drones Take Over the NJ Skies
Drones Take Over the NJ Skies
January 3, 2025
What Happened at Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show?
What Happened at Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show?
February 14, 2025
Tales as Old as Time
Tales as Old as Time
February 14, 2025
Hoses battle flames as the Notre Dame Cathedral catches fire during Holy Week
Rebuilding Knowledge
February 3, 2025
Hollywood High: Is it realistic?
Hollywood High: Is it realistic?
January 29, 2025
Surviving the TikTok Ban
Surviving the TikTok Ban
January 23, 2025
The greatest ongoing debate of all time...
Dogs vs. Cats
October 30, 2020
This year's 2020 election sparks debate with the country's 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 Woman's Fight
Gender Equality: A Human Fight, Not a Woman’s Fight
February 5, 2021
Artist Spotlight: Christos Timotheou
Artist Spotlight: Christos Timotheou
January 24, 2025
Artist Spotlight: Janice Sumin Choi
Artist Spotlight: Janice Sumin Choi
December 3, 2024
Is TikTok going to free the Menendez brothers?
Is TikTok going to free the Menendez brothers?
November 14, 2024
Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
November 12, 2024
The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
October 31, 2024
Love Larry: Holiday Edition
Love Larry: Holiday Edition
December 19, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
June 16, 2023
By Kevin Ju
Music Madness
April 9, 2024
Review: Anyone But You
Review: Anyone But You
January 18, 2024
Graphic by Mia Cariati and Angela Nipitella
Does Snow Land on Top?
December 18, 2023
She Never Goes Out Of Style
She Never Goes Out Of Style
November 7, 2023
We Weren’t Ready For It
We Weren’t Ready For It
October 27, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Halloween 2023
The Lance Playlist: Halloween 2023
October 31, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2023
The Lance Playlist: Fall 2023
September 18, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spring 2023
May 10, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
The Lance Playlist: Breakup Edition
February 10, 2023
The Lance Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
The Lance Playlist: Spotify Wrapped
December 6, 2022
The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
The Lance Tries: Pumpkin Carving
October 31, 2024
The Lance Tries: Crumbl
The Lance Tries: Crumbl
October 15, 2024
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
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
Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
Hot Takes: Dancing with the Stars
November 12, 2024
The Lance’s Hot Takes 10
The Lance’s Hot Takes 10
September 10, 2024
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2024
Hot Takes: Met Gala 2024
May 14, 2024
Hot Takes: Grammys 2024 Recap
Hot Takes: Grammys 2024 Recap
February 6, 2024
Hot Takes: Grammys 2024
Hot Takes: Grammys 2024
February 2, 2024
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
February 3, 2025
Setting the Legacy
Setting the Legacy
December 18, 2024
October Fashion Student of the Month
October Fashion Student of the Month
November 4, 2024
September Fashion Student of the Month
September Fashion Student of the Month
October 7, 2024
Honoring Legacies
Honoring Legacies
June 19, 2024
Brandon Gregory
Brandon Gregory
May 17, 2023
William Curts
William Curts
May 17, 2023
Marie Orr, Amy Luby, and Jenise Esposito
Marie Orr, Amy Luby, and Jenise Esposito
May 5, 2023
Daniella Ashbahian
Daniella Ashbahian
May 5, 2023
Michael Santa Cruz
Michael Santa Cruz
May 5, 2023
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
February 3, 2025
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
January 5, 2025
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
December 4, 2024
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
November 6, 2024
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
The People Behind the Desk: What You Don’t Know About Them
October 22, 2024
What Happened at Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show?
What Happened at Kendrick Lamar’s Halftime Show?
February 14, 2025
The Latest - The track team had a very strong meet, Wrestling defeated both Becton and Ramapo, Ice Hockey has won both of their games this week
The Latest – The track team had a very strong meet, Wrestling defeated both Becton and Ramapo, Ice Hockey has won both of their games this week
February 14, 2025
The Cheer team placed second in the Big North Championship, Girls Swim had a strong finish to their season, Girls Basketball team won their Bergen County Tournament
The Cheer team placed second in the Big North Championship, Girls Swim had a strong finish to their season, Girls Basketball team won their Bergen County Tournament
February 10, 2025
The Latest - Girls Basketball defeated Mahwah in the Bergen County Tournament, Cheer had a competition for the Big North competition which they placed first, and the Girl Pole Vaulters all placed within the top 10.
The Latest – Girls Basketball defeated Mahwah in the Bergen County Tournament, Cheer had a competition for the Big North competition which they placed first, and the Girl Pole Vaulters all placed within the top 10.
February 3, 2025
The Latest - Boys Bowling had a week of victory, Cheer went 6-0 in the Big North, and Boys Basketball defeated Dweight Engelwood
The Latest – Boys Bowling had a week of victory, Cheer went 6-0 in the Big North, and Boys Basketball defeated Dweight Engelwood
January 27, 2025
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May 23, 2022
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May 16, 2022
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May 10, 2022
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May 2, 2022
Keep up with OT sports with this weekly recap!
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April 25, 2022
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 12
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 12
November 22, 2024
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 8
October 25, 2024
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 7
October 17, 2024
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 3
Still Keeping It Real With Fantasy – Week 3
September 19, 2024
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 16
Still Keeping It Real with Fantasy – Week 16
December 23, 2023
Hallway Madness
Hallway Madness
April 9, 2024
By Kevin Ju
Music Madness
April 9, 2024
Movie Madness
Movie Madness
April 9, 2024
Starch Madness
Starch Madness
April 8, 2024
The Lance’s Cafeteria Foods Bracket
The Lance’s Cafeteria Foods Bracket
April 5, 2024
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Sam Bilali

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The Latest - The track team had a very strong meet, Wrestling defeated both Becton and Ramapo, Ice Hockey has won both of their games this week

The Latest – The track team had a very strong meet, Wrestling defeated both Becton and Ramapo, Ice Hockey has won both of their games this week

Yarden Drillich and Sam Bilali
February 14, 2025
The Cheer team placed second in the Big North Championship, Girls Swim had a strong finish to their season, Girls Basketball team won their Bergen County Tournament

The Cheer team placed second in the Big North Championship, Girls Swim had a strong finish to their season, Girls Basketball team won their Bergen County Tournament

Yarden Drillich, Nora Lee, and Sam Bilali
February 10, 2025
The Latest - Girls Basketball defeated Mahwah in the Bergen County Tournament, Cheer had a competition for the Big North competition which they placed first, and the Girl Pole Vaulters all placed within the top 10.

The Latest – Girls Basketball defeated Mahwah in the Bergen County Tournament, Cheer had a competition for the Big North competition which they placed first, and the Girl Pole Vaulters all placed within the top 10.

Yarden Drillich, Sam Bilali, Nora Lee, Omar Hassan, and Daniel Oh
February 3, 2025
The Latest - Boys Bowling had a week of victory, Cheer went 6-0 in the Big North, and Boys Basketball defeated Dweight Engelwood

The Latest – Boys Bowling had a week of victory, Cheer went 6-0 in the Big North, and Boys Basketball defeated Dweight Engelwood

Yarden Drillich, Sam Bilali, Hayden Lee, Nora Lee, and Madison Kosmark
January 27, 2025
The Latest - Girls Swim won their meet over Wayne, Girls Basketball had a win over Demarest and competed in the Zach Latteri Foundation

The Latest – Girls Swim won their meet over Wayne, Girls Basketball had a win over Demarest and competed in the Zach Latteri Foundation

Yarden Drillich, Madison Kosmark, Sam Bilali, Hayden Lee, and Jelena Paljan
January 21, 2025
NVOT Wrestling Reaches 600th All-time Team Win

NVOT Wrestling Reaches 600th All-time Team Win

Sam Bilali, Staff Writer
January 14, 2025
The Latest- Girls Swim, Boys Ice Hockey, Wrestling, and Boys Basketball have won all their games this week

The Latest- Girls Swim, Boys Ice Hockey, Wrestling, and Boys Basketball have won all their games this week

Yarden Drillich, Madison Kosmark, Sam Bilali, and Daniel Oh
January 14, 2025
The Latest - Boys Wrestling got their 600th win and Girls Wrestling started off their season.

The Latest – Boys Wrestling got their 600th win and Girls Wrestling started off their season.

Yarden Drillich, Sam Bilali, Madison Kosmark, Hayden Lee, and Omar Hassan
January 6, 2025
Festive Football

Festive Football

Sam Bilali, Staff Writer
December 20, 2024
The Latest - the winter sports start

The Latest – the winter sports start

Yarden Drillich, Daniel Oh, Sam Bilali, and Hayden Lee
December 18, 2024
Wenjie Liu

The Latest—Chinese Club, Korean Club, Class of 2028, Marching Band

Erica Chung, Matthew Woo, Nadia Hassan, and Sam Bilali
December 3, 2024
The Latest—NVOT Fall Play, Japanese Club, Wrestling, and Hand in Hand Club

The Latest—NVOT Fall Play, Japanese Club, Wrestling, and Hand in Hand Club

Violet Oster, Matthew Woo, Sam Bilali, and Devyn Radoian
November 22, 2024
Art by Kevin Ju

Mind Over Muscle

Omar Hassan and Sam Bilali
October 21, 2024
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