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Ramadan: A Month of Fasting, Worship, and Community

Ramadan: A Month of Fasting, Worship, and Community

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

Ramadan: A Sacred Month of Reflection and Community As the crescent moon marks the beginning of the ninth month in the Islamic lunar calendar, Muslims around the world embark on a deeply spiritual journey...

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A Season to Remember: Doherty Boys Basketball’s Historic Run Ends in State Quarterfinals

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

As the final buzzer echoed through the gym at Malden Catholic High on Friday, March 7th, the Doherty Memorial High School boys’ basketball team gathered one last time. Despite a heartbreaking 78-52 loss...

Ghana Independence Day: Doherty's Ghanian Students Show Pride in their country

Ghana Independence Day: Doherty’s Ghanian Students Show Pride in their country

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

On March 6th, the hallways of Doherty High School were filled with vibrant colors of red, gold, green, and black as Ghanaian students proudly celebrated their country’s Independence Day. Dressed in traditional...

Join the Movement: Youth Climate Summit 2025 Tackles Food Waste!

Join the Movement: Youth Climate Summit 2025 Tackles Food Waste!

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer March 12, 2025

Are you ready to take action and be part of the solution? The Youth Climate Leadership Program, organized by Mass Audubon, is bringing together young leaders from across Massachusetts for an exciting,...

Left: President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Right: President of the United States Donald J. Trump

Trump’s Foreign Policy Blunders Leave Ukraine in the Lurch

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

The re-election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States has been nothing short of contentious. From protests in the streets to political turmoil in Washington, Trump’s return to the...

Former Penn Swimmers File Lawsuit Over Transgender Athlete Participation, Claiming Title IX Violations

Former Penn Swimmers File Lawsuit Over Transgender Athlete Participation, Claiming Title IX Violations

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer March 5, 2025

In a landmark legal challenge, three former swimmers from the University of Pennsylvania (Penn) have filed a lawsuit against the university, Harvard University, the Ivy League, and the NCAA, accusing them...

Jamel Walker celebrating his 1,000 point win with his friends and family.

Jamel Walker Eyes Historic Milestone: 1,000 Points and Counting at Wachusett Game!

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

February 14, 2025 – In an exciting milestone for the Doherty Memorial Boys Basketball Team, Varsity captain Jamel Walker achieved an impressive feat, scoring his 1,000th career point in a thrilling game...

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Doherty’s 1st Annual Color Wars Pep Rally

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

On Friday, February 14th, Doherty High School hosted its first annual Color Wars Pep Rally, an action-packed event that brought the entire student body together for a fun-filled competition of spirit and...

Reviving the Drive: What the DTV Team's Comeback Means for the Future of the Highlanders

Reviving the Drive: What the DTV Team’s Comeback Means for the Future of the Highlanders

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

Excitement is buzzing through the halls of Doherty Memorial High School as the long-awaited return of Doherty TV (DTV) appears to be on the horizon. After a period of inactivity, the DTV crew was spotted...

The Worcester Wildcats on the ice

Wildcats’ Senior Night: A Night of Pride, Passion, and Unyielding Spirit

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

February 13, 2025 – Worcester, MA – The atmosphere at the rink was electric, filled with excitement and anticipation as the Worcester Wildcats faced off against the Blackstone Valley Tech Beavers on...

Male Students in Nontraditional Fields: Exploring the Arts and Humanities

Male Students in Nontraditional Fields: Exploring the Arts and Humanities

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

As the world continues to evolve, so too do the paths that young people take when considering their future careers. While traditionally male-dominated fields such as STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering,...

Remembering Harris Wolobah: Keeping a Legacy Alive Through the Unity of the Current Juniors

Remembering Harris Wolobah: Keeping a Legacy Alive Through the Unity of the Current Juniors

Jailene Matias, Staff Writer February 12, 2025

In a heartwarming and emotional event, the Highlanders came together to honor the memory of one of their own, Harris Wolobah. The gymnasium buzzed with energy as staff, students, athletes, and Harris's...

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