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After a season filled with hard work, discipline and arguably the most successful class to walk the hallways, Plainfield North’s marching band officially closed out […]
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The long 32-year wait is over for the Toronto Blue Jays as they advance to their first World Series since 1993 after battling a long […]
Powderpuff ending sparks controversy
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The senior girls’ powderpuff team has won once again in this annual flag football game between the juniors and seniors, continuing their winning streak. However, […]
Deadbeat: fabulous or flop?
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Tame Impala released his fifth studio album “Deadbeat” on Oct. 17. The album consists of 12 songs with an overall duration of 56 minutes. Fans […]
Galactic glow: Homecoming 2025
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North roared with spirit last week as students celebrated the 2025 Homecoming, themed “Glo-Co.” With themed dress-up days, senior sunrise, a powderpuff game, a packed […]
