Despite what a lot of fair weather fans might think, and say, the Penguins still have a chance to make the playoffs. People have a lot of hope, but now is not the time to do it. No matter what you never lose hope in your favorite team. Saying they do not deserve a spot…
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The Sad Truth About So-Called “Religious Freedom” Laws
As a Christian, and as a human being, I feel compelled to speak out on some of the legislation and so-called “religious-freedom” laws (laws that allow businesses to refuse service to people based on sexual orientation due to an individuals “sincerely-held religious beliefs”) that have either been passed in places such as Indiana, or are…
Crossword Puzzle Answers!
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Loyalty to Mastery: Pittsburgh Orchestra Timpanist Gives Master Class
On Tuesday, March the 24th, Pittsburgh Orchestra Timpanist Ed Stephen presented a Master Class to the percussion ensemble. A master class is a lesson given by an expert, typically in the performing arts, to elite students. He gave detailed lessons about snare drums, and especially timpani, as well as drills and other forms of practice….
Pens Report: The Inconsistent Pens Nearing a Playoff Push
There are nine games remaining in the season and the Penguins are choosing the wrong time to hit the skids and go on a cold streak. Yes, Malkin and Hornqvist are hurt again, but they are a team with enough skill to win without them. Consistency is a problem they have stumbled upon for a…
Sheppard Just a Flash in the Pan
Hailing from Australia, indie pop group Sheppard is seeking great stardom. Three of the six members are related – all Sheppard’s – so that’s where the band name comes from. George, Amy and Emma Sheppard are joined by friends Michael Butler, Jason Bovino and Dean Gordon as the members of the group. Their first album,…
Avonworth Girls Bowling Set For States
“I don’t want to jinx them,” said senior Maria Foster of her fellow bowling teammates, “But I think they have a really good chance.” The Avonworth Girls’ Bowling team, just a small and almost unheard of club four years ago, has been making their way to the top as one of Avonworth’s top performing sports…
Avonews Staff Sports Two State Champions at PSPA Competition
Senior Ryan Johnston and Junior David Clark won first place prizes for Editorial Writing and Editorial Cartooning, accordingly, at the Pennsylvania School Press Association Competition on Friday, March 6th. They arrived at 9 a.m. to a light breakfast, followed by a welcoming from 10-10:30 a.m. from PSPA members and the Dean of the College of…
Spring Break is “Saved”!
As Spring officially starts on the calendar, snow falls across the campus, spring sports are rescheduled, and a long winter seems to drag on. Luckily the School Board decided to lessen the impact of a frigid February and March by waiving a snow make up-day. The notes state that the board decided “To waive the second snow…
Game Review: Amnesia – The World’s Worst Lantern
The horror genre. It is becoming ever more popular in today’s era. Horror books, films, and merchandise are a hot topic. But one media form stands out, in my opinion, more than the others. The fantastic genre of horror gaming! This article is a review of my favorite horror galyme, although note that it’s technically…