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The student news site of Hollis Brookline High School

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Hollis Foliage Viewing

Hollis’ Foliage Viewing

Harry Bates, Staff Writer September 17, 2018

With fall arriving, comes the awing change of pigment in the forests around town. From a favorite birch tree in your backyard, to the maple trees along the drive to school, autumn is here and the scenery...

As elections draw near, political signs can be found in abundance on local roadsides. For many voters, this is the closest they will get to name recognition. Only about 20% of people will vote in off year elections.

Vote early and local

Noah Penasack, Op-Ed Editor September 10, 2018

In recent years, buying local produce, artisan goods, and other wares has become extremely popular. Slogans such as “eat local” and “buy local” can be seen on t-shirts, bumper stickers, and tote...

Transfer students gather with other HB students to ask questions and talk about the environment here at HBHS. Both transfer and freshman students were treated to many opportunities to get involved and comfortable at school.“I think the biggest take away from [Freshman Orientation/ Year] is the fact that it is a really good chance [for Freshman and new students] to define themselves and possibly reinvent themselves,” said Perry.

A quick recap of 2018 Freshman Orientation

Emmie White, Assistant Head Editor September 7, 2018

On August 29, the incoming freshmen and nearly 50 transfer students were invited to the annual HBHS Freshman Orientation Day where they familiarized themselves with their new school. Every year, orientation...

A young student is encapsulated by the script of the movie Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. JK Rowling wrote the script after becoming attached to one of her created characters, Newt Scamander. “[In the new movies], you get to think about the ‘good ole days of Wizardry’ and the origins of everything we know and love about Harry Potter… ‘Fantastic Beasts’ has this happy, warm lighting. You’ll notice everything has something of a tint of yellow, there’s like natural sunshine or a rejuvenation of joy that comes with Harry Potter,” says Milette.

JK Rowling adds another 5 chapters to her Potter Universe

Emmie White, Assistant Head Editor September 6, 2018

“Whether you come back by page or by the big screen, Hogwarts will always be there to welcome you home.”- JK Rowling Again, JK Rowling has created another chapter, or chapters might I say, in the...

A student dedicated to failure definitely must avoid buying these school essentials, including writing utensils, a laptop, an agenda, and even a mandatory vocabulary book. Unpreparedness and procrastination are essential to the defiant student, and will soon become part of your daily routine. “I think I do my best work while procrastinating,” said Senthil, laughing.

Starting off school on the wrong foot

Rowan Gingras, Staff Writer September 4, 2018

It’s time for school to begin again, bringing with it all the highs and lows of meeting new teachers, buying school supplies, and the first homework assignments of the year. It’s fair to say that most...

A typical Buffalo Wild Wings location. The store draws large crowds on game days for their famous wings and crazy sports environment.

The flavorful taste of Buffalo Wild Wings

Kyle Simpson, Staff Writer June 13, 2018

Buffalo Wilds Wings has grown to be one of the most popular wing chains throughout America. Known for its sports theme, the restaurant draws large crowds on game days for its famous wings and its rowdy...

Shawn Mendes is happily performing live in concert and is passionately doing what he loves. Mendes has always given his best effort and I have never heard a complaint about one of his performances. I think when you have raw emotion in a song, it makes it great,” said Mendes.

One sharp album

Sofia Barassi, Asst. Sports Editor June 13, 2018

Shawn Mendes released his latest new album Shawn Mendes on May 25, 2018. Fans eagerly waited for the release at midnight, and, overall, I was pleasantly surprised with his mixed-up, emotional album....

Actress Joey King, who plays Elle Evans, posted a picture of herself on the set of The Kissing Booth to her 3.2 million Instagram followers on Saturday. The movie has been popularized on social media since its premiere in mid-May. “My girl Elle Evans and I are completely overwhelmed with how kind you all are! This is crazy...thank you so much, my heart is bursting,” King said in the caption of the photo.

The Kissing Booth: An Unpopular Opinion

Lindsey Wood, Staff Writer June 13, 2018

In 2012, 15-year-old Beth Reekles logged onto Wattpad, a website where anyone can write and publish books online. She wrote The Kissing Booth, which was, at the time, just an underrated story. Now it’s...

AP World History- the ultimate review

Rowan Gingras and Hannah Riseman June 13, 2018

  On May 17, sophomore AP World History students were treated to miscellaneous fruits and juices before their end-of-year exam. A grueling four hours later, most of those exhausted students...

 Pig Tale sits off of busy Amherst Street and adorns a bright orange sign. The restaurant is established in what was previously Crush Pizza Place.

A Tale to be told on Amherst St.

Emmie White, News Editor June 6, 2018

I pulled into the small parking lot, away from the busy Amherst Street hustle, and was met with the quiet, comforting and inviting interior that is Pig Tale Restaurant. The Pig Tale employees were very...

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