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Scholastic Journalism Week 2023 Featured article of the day: Balanced reporting

Note: Scholastic Journalism Week is Feb. 20-24. Each day, we will re-post a story that reflects the daily theme. Today’s theme is balanced reporting. From the JEA website: “As the notion of objectivity continues to evolve in the ever-changing media landscape, being “balanced” in reporting no longer means giving equal weight and space to both sides of an issue. Instead, coverage should be proportional to … Continue reading Scholastic Journalism Week 2023 Featured article of the day: Balanced reporting

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Shaffer dunks at Youngsville

By Sierra McCartney, staff writer “Youngsville is known to have a more springy floor, it always seems like you can jump higher.” -Henry Shaffer Senior Henry Shaffer thrilled the Saegertown fans by completing the first successful slam dunk of the season in the January 13 game at Youngsville. It was the third quarter, and Saegertown was up 48-21. Shaffer attempted a dunk on a fast … Continue reading Shaffer dunks at Youngsville

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Eagles defeat Chiefs says 78% of Saegertown students

By Fayelynn McWright, Opinion Editor After three weeks of the 2023 NFL playoffs, it is finally time for the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles to face off at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, AZ for the Super Bowl LVII champion title. According to a poll of Saegertown students, 78% of the student body believes the Eagles will stand victorious after four quarters are … Continue reading Eagles defeat Chiefs says 78% of Saegertown students

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Bland sees success on Meadville swim team

By Camden Gjovik sports editor and Kaylee Reynolds staff writer Saegertown junior Skyler Bland loves to compete. She has been a member of the Meadville swim team since her freshman year, even though she is a PENNCREST student.  “I’ve been swimming for about nine to ten years,” Bland said “I do enjoy swimming for the Meadville swim team.” Bland is not the only PENNCREST swimmer. … Continue reading Bland sees success on Meadville swim team

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Panthers face Mustangs in Homecoming showdown tonight

By Logan Corner, sports editor The Saegertown Panthers football team squares off against the Mercer Mustangs in tonight’s Homecoming football game, and the fans are pumped and ready for a victory.  Currently, the Panthers are 0-3, but the losses have been close, and Coach Wolfgang and company feel confident that they’ll find the winning combination tonight. His goal is simple: “I hope our offense comes … Continue reading Panthers face Mustangs in Homecoming showdown tonight

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Panthers send five wrestlers to Hershey 

By Evin Barickman, sports editor Five wrestlers were honored this morning with a send-off as they head to PIAA Class 2A state championships this week. Senior Hunter Robison is returning to states, while seniors Landon Caldwell, Josh Perrine, and Owen Hershelmen, and freshman Carter Beck are making their debut at Hershey. Last weekend at regionals, Robison placed first, Beck and Perrine placed second, and Hershelmen … Continue reading Panthers send five wrestlers to Hershey 

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Flinchbaugh ready for state golf tournament

By Paisley Mangold and Camden Gjovik, editor in chief and staff writer Senior Dylan Flinchbaugh will take his shot at a golf state title next week. He was one of the top four competitors to advance on Oct. 2 from the District 10 championship, earning the D-10 gold with 18-hole scores of 74 and 71 over the course of two days.  This is Flinchbaugh’s first … Continue reading Flinchbaugh ready for state golf tournament

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