Just in time for the holiday season, Block 59 in Downtown Naperville is transforming into a winter wonderland: a new outdoor ice-skating rink, called The […]
Pumpkin patches return with rising popularity
Close your eyes and imagine yourself walking through a corn maze with your family: you may be picking a variety…
“Practical Magic 2” is a Fall Must-See
“Practical Magic” originally entered the world of cinema in 1998, a story that combined elements of romance and fantasy, with…
Dolly Parton Takes Her Final Bow and Journey Home
Shocking news hit the world on Aug. 27 as news of Dolly Parton’s death started to spread. Dolly Parton was…
The History of Homecoming Themes
The History of Homecoming Theme As we head into Homecoming season, the options for week-of themes is a hot topic.…
Moonwalk through fame
The King of Pop, Michael Jackson, is back in the spotlight in a new biopic. Starring his nephew Jaafar Jackson,…
Grand Opening of Woodman’s Food Market
Woodman’s Food Market had their grand opening on Sept. 29, at 11751 S Route 59.…
Making the College Connections
Plainfield North High School has been hosting mini college rep visits during second or third…
Phone Pockets Here to Stay?
A new cellphone “ban” was signed into place by Governor JB Pritzker on July 28.…
Push for Goldstandard Health
New Executive Order 14420 reshapes the federal government’s approach to vaccinations as of Aug. 10.…
Plainfield North Golf Team Makes North History
Plainfield North’s boys and girls golf teams are closing off their season strong with new…
Plainfield North football Out With a Bang
The Plainfield North varsity football team kicks off the season strong with two back-to-back wins.…
Girls Swim Team Dives Into the New Season
Plainfield North’s swim and dive team has been without a diver for 4 seasons now.…
Plainfield North Baseball targets Conference title
North boy’s varsity baseball team opened its 2026 season with a strong 10-5 record, showing…
Pumpkin patches return with rising popularity
Close your eyes and imagine yourself walking through a corn maze with your family: you may be picking a variety of granny smith or honeycrisp […]
“Practical Magic 2” is a Fall Must-See
“Practical Magic” originally entered the world of cinema in 1998, a story that combined elements of romance and fantasy, with a witch-ful twist. Fans of […]
Dolly Parton Takes Her Final Bow and Journey Home
Shocking news hit the world on Aug. 27 as news of Dolly Parton’s death started to spread. Dolly Parton was a beloved country artist singing […]
The History of Homecoming Themes
The History of Homecoming Theme As we head into Homecoming season, the options for week-of themes is a hot topic. From wearing class colors to […]
Making an Impact; Inside of Red Cross Club
Do you ever want to help others or make an impact in your community? Red…
Homecoming Planning: Behind the Scenes
The annual Plainfield North High School Homecoming event is a hit among students and staff,…
New electives expand opportunities for students
The 2025-2026 school year marked the first school year with eight-period days, and because of…
Senior ‘sickness’ spreads
For many seniors, the final months of high school bring a strange shift in motivation.…
Taking Sides: Should there be a Homecoming theme?
Homecoming Themes: Yes By: Rose Carr Ugly or good, this is the question all students…
Taking Sides: Fidget Toys, Help or Hinderance?
Fidgets are more than fun By: Erin Young School can be hectic, life can be…
Taking Sides: Eleven’s fate in “Stranger Things”
Disclaimer: This article contains spoilers for the season finale of “Stranger Things.” Eleven is alive…
Taking Sides: Real or fake Christmas trees?
Genuine is greatest By: Esther Kabanda The fondest memory from childhood that you will always…
Why Hallmark works
Every winter, as school workloads spike before break and the Christmas spirit begins to fill the air, this ritual plays on billions of screens across […]
‘Zootopia’ outshines original
“Zootopia 2” hit theaters on Nov. 26, making this the sequel to the hit Disney movie “Zootopia.” This 1 hour 46 minutes movie brought fans […]
Zoolights transform a winter wonderland
Tis the season for Christmas lights as the Lincoln Park Zoo has transformed the zoo into a jolly bright winter wonderland. Each year Lincoln Park […]
Plainfield North boys win IHSA state title, finish 12th at Nike Cross Nationals
Plainfield North’s boys cross country team delivered the strongest season in program history, winning the IHSA Class 3A state championship before placing 12th at the […]
NBA Cup sparks playoff intensity and new strategies in early season
The NBA’s new in-season tournament, known as the NBA Cup, has injected playoff-like intensity into November games and changed how teams approach late-game situations. Now […]
Thanksgiving world-wide
Colorful tables filled with food, families gathering together, and traditions passed down for generations. While Thanksgiving in the United States usually means turkey, mashed potatoes, […]
‘Wicked’ defies gravity for good
With two clicks of Dorothy’s ruby red slippers, fans’ wishes were granted with the final part of “Wicked,” called “Wicked: For Good,” coming out […]
Holiday spirit at Aurora Christkindlmarket
A bustling crowd, the scent of hot chocolate and hot pretzels wafting through the air, and dozens of stalls selling authentic, hand-made goods: it sounds […]
Pop Culture Rewind: Enter the Spider-Verse and embrace holiday spirit
December: the Holiday season when a cold chill spreads. It’s the perfect time to curl up at home with a cup of cocoa in front […]