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Are we saying goodbye to TikTok?
Maya Gueguen, Editor-in-chief • January 27, 2025

On Jan. 18, TikTok, an app that has taken over people’s lives since 2016, went offline for everyone...

Holiday market beneath the Christmas tree in Bryant Park.
Bryant Park recovers from two fires
Anna Schwartz, Opinion Editor • January 27, 2025

The famous Bryant Park Holiday Market, which grew in popularity from food reviews on TikTok, had two...

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NVD students discuss 2024 election
Lora Apostolova, Staff writer • November 21, 2024
P. Diddy at his parties
Unmasking Sean “Diddy” Combs
LeAnn Speranza, Photo and Design Editor • November 14, 2024
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Zach Schweid playing in a game against Tenafly
Senior Zach Schweid joins 1000 point club
Charli Goldstein, Staff writer • February 12, 2025

On December 28, 2024 Zach Schweid was able to join the 1,000 point club as he reached a total of 1,006...

(Enraged Vikings fan, photo courtesy of Total Packers)
Anguished Packers and Vikings fans discuss embarrassing playoff losses
Jack Kim, Staff Writer • January 30, 2025

The 2024-2025 NFL season has been a tumultuous one for fans of the Green Bay Packers and the Minnesota...

Vonn after winning the Audi FIS World Cup downhill title in 2010 | Photo courtesy of Flickr
Lindsey Vonn returns to US ski team
Evelyn Ricci, Staff Writer • January 24, 2025
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Picture of a wrapped gift
Top 10 Valentine’s Day Gifts
Sophia Lee, News Editor • February 14, 2025

Before we know it, the season of love is already upon us with Valentine’s day lurking just around the corner. But as the aforementioned day...

New year's resolutions on paper
New Year’s Resolutions: Powerful or Pointless?
Sophie Halper, Staff Writer • January 24, 2025

Prior to 2024’s end, families and friends came together to discuss their aspirations for the new year, known to many as New Year’s resolutions....

Sick student
NVD’s school-wide sickness
Scarlett Gaard, Lifestyle Editor • November 12, 2024
Is fall “falling” too early?
Is fall “falling” too early?
Mia Harrison, Sports/Managing Editor • October 15, 2024
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Summer calls for a shorts restock
Sujin Kim, Staff Writer • May 23, 2024
 Fires spreading in Palisades, Los Angeles, credits to NBCNews.con
Features
Facing Loss Without Insurance During Palisades Fire
Lora Apostolova, Staff Writer • February 11, 2025

The fires enveloping Palisades, Los Angeles are leaving celebrities and citizens of California homeless....

At Tampa Bay Comic Convention
Features
From Marvel to NVD: Peter Scanlan’s Journey in Art
Amit Weigel, Staff Writer • January 27, 2025

Peter Scanlan, NVD’s beloved art teacher, has had a long and interesting career before he started teaching...

The teens and tots on Halloween
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Preschoolers make NVD smile
Evelyn Ricci, Staff Writer • January 27, 2025
Outside of Hackensack Hospital
Star student hospital volunteers
Noga Nathaniel, Staff Writer • January 24, 2025
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Finding the perfect weekend dining spot
Mia Harrison, Managing & Sports Editor • February 11, 2025

With the weather getting colder, it can be hard to find activities to do on the weekends. A solution...

Guiding audiences through the world of NVD’s spring musical, “Anastasia”
Guiding audiences through the world of NVD’s spring musical, “Anastasia”
Lia Levy, Arts Editor • February 4, 2025

NVD’s upcoming spring musical, “Anastasia,” takes place over several sharply contrasting settings...

A range of flavors sold by Crumbl Cookies including Peanut Butter Munch, Pink Sugar, Blueberry Muffin, and Triple Chocolate Chip.
1,000 calorie cookie: worth it or not?
Nellie Brenner, Staff Writer • November 27, 2024
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An accurate representation of the stress opening college decisions brings.
How to handle college decisions
Georgeena Gonedes, Marketing/PR Executive • February 11, 2025

As a senior navigating the college process, I finally find myself in the shoes of all the students who have come before me.  It’s a unique...

Marking period one grades
First quarter grades are not everything
Anna Schwartz, Opinion Editor • November 12, 2024

Marking period one ends after Teacher's Convention weekend and first quarter grades for your classes will be entered into Genesis. As a junior,...

Influencers cause overconsumption outbreak
Influencers cause overconsumption outbreak
Georgeena Gonedes, Marketing/PR Executive • October 7, 2024

It's safe to say that apps we know and love such as Instagram, Snapchat, and Tik Tok have turned into one big ad and it's tiring.   We used...

Editorial: Passing the torch
Editorial: Passing the torch
Marta Gershanok, Editor-in-chief • May 31, 2024

As the year comes to an end, it’s time for me to pass the torch as editor-in-chief to the next class. Considering I started my journalism journey...

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Is Brandy Melville exclusive or offensive?
Marta Gershanok, Editor-in-Chief • October 16, 2023

Is Brandy Melville “uncancellable”? Are their “one size fits all” clothes morally wrong or is their brand just “exclusive” to a certain...

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Meet the Staff
Lora Apostolova
Lora Apostolova
Staff Writer

Hi! My name is Lora Apostolova. I am a sophomore at NVD and a staff writer for the Northern Star. I play tennis and love going to the beach to swim. I am most happy with my friends and trying new foods,...

Olivia Rothstein
Olivia Rothstein
Staff Writer

Hi! My name is Olivia Rothstein, I'm a senior, and a Staff Writer of The Northern Star. In my free time, I enjoy playing hockey, track, and soccer, as well as spending time with my friends. A fun fact...

Georgeena Gonedes
Georgeena Gonedes
Marketing/ PR Editor

Hi! My name is Georgeena Gonedes, and I am a Senior. As the Marketing/PR Executive for the Northern Star, and since it is my last year writing for the paper, I hope to elevate the social media presence...

Ashley Morrison
Ashley Morrison
Features Editor

Hi, I’m Ashley. I’m a Junior at NVD and I’m so happy to be a new member of the journalism staff! I play varsity soccer, love reading, writing, and hanging out with my friends. I want to be an author...

Charli Goldstein
Staff Writer

Hi! My name is Charli and I am currently a Senior at NVD. I am excited to be a part of Journalism this school year. I am a Varsity Sprinter for the NVD Track and Field team and I have a passion for fashion....

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