Mark the calendars, starting Nov. 1, tis’ the season of shopping. The explosion of fireworks in the north parking lot of Oakland Mall, hosted by Macy’s, is used to initiate the Christmas shopping season. From this point on, America is rushing to get those deals to stock up on gifts for the upcoming...

Everything is black. The sun has not appeared through the curtains in days. Talking to other people becomes harder and no words are found to be said. Depression hijacks the mind and body while distorting a “normal” thought process. It is also noted by senior Mackenzie Matheson that depression is...

No matter what season an athlete’s sport is in, diets play a crucial role in an athlete’s health, as well as their performance. Many Utica teams are trying out a variety of different diets to make sure athletes stay healthy and in shape over the course of their seasons, or even their off-seasons....

For the third year in a row, the City of Utica has hosted a Tree Lighting ceremony. In the past, the ceremony included carolers, horse-drawn carriages and visits from Santa Claus. This year’s Tree Lighting was held on Dec. 6 in Memorial Park on Auburn Road. Unlike previous years, this year did not...

It’s the leather jacket that holds the past of a hidden star. Nobody would have guessed that custodian John Najbaroski was a musician for Annie Richards and Jester, as well as Johni Dee and the Mystery Train, which had hits on the radio. Sophomore Riley Davey was noticed by Najbaroski for his style...

Walking through the heavy glass doors, schedule shaking in hand and knees weak while proceeding through the thick, diverse groups of people; heart pounding and each beat blending into your hastening footsteps. Going to a new school alone isn't easy; however, going to a new school, not knowing even a...