The student news site of Portage Northern High School

The Northern Light

The student news site of Portage Northern High School

The Northern Light

The student news site of Portage Northern High School

The Northern Light

Is sleep really as important as everyone thinks? Feature editor Kylie Clifton thinks not.

Sleep is unnecessary

Kylie Clifton, Feature Editor March 21, 2020

In this prime era of our lives, time is everything. Apparently 6-8 hours of sleep is necessary every night according to any “doctor,” but many don’t realize what an absolute failure of productivity...

It is easy to feel like we are divided, but is that always the case?

We are all pieces of the same puzzle

The Staff March 19, 2020

­“Okay Boomer.” This phrase has been everywhere on social media in the last few months. It is a way of the ‘younger’ generations, like Millenials and Gen Z, dismissing the ideas and opinions of...

Color is not consent: how St. Patrick’s day can start an important discussion about touching people without permission

Color is not consent: how St. Patrick’s day can start an important discussion about touching people without permission

Brianna Neuhouser, Digital Media Manager March 17, 2020

A two sentence horror story: “You’re not wearing green!” A pinching hand reaches towards you, tapping their pointer and thumb together.  Every St. Patrick’s Day, thousands of people across...

As humans, we are so dedicated to kindness and manners, thinking it will make us better people, while in reality, they are simply a waste of time.

Kindness is a waste of time

Kylie Clifton, Feature Editor February 4, 2020

If you were born in a time with a basic level of civilization, perhaps no life threatening diseases, or even a reigning dictator, you’ve likely been burdened with being taught the “art” of kindness...

Congrats, youre broke again!

Congrats, you’re broke again!

Liam Fagan, Sports Editor February 4, 2020

Whether you have AirPods, AirPods 2, or no AirPods at all, I’m sure that you, like me, are feeling rather broke this holiday season. It’s not because of how much money we have, or because of our mental...

Hey, why not?

Hey, why not?

Liam Fagan, Sports Editor January 23, 2020

In this life, there is no shortage of opportunities. However, there is a shortage of people willing to take chances and accept those opportunities. People are controlled by inhibitions, fears, and doubts....

Destiny Is Mine

Destiny Is Mine

Melissah Morris-Adkins, Staff Writer January 8, 2020

Everybody is destined for something in their life, no matter who you are. Whoever you are, you can be destined for greatness, whether it be everything you wanted or less than what you wanted. If you feel...

I Love You

I Love You

Brianna Neuhouser, Web Editor January 8, 2020

It’s the third date with the person you’ve known your entire life. It’s going perfectly. Everything you ever wanted from the person you’ve always dreamt of. Your breath catches in your throat,...

I Dont Know

I Don’t Know

Natalie Grinder, Staff Writer January 8, 2020

Words have a big impact on people, especially the ones that leave a person hurt or unsure. Some of the most frequently used words can have the most meaning, including the phrase “I don’t know.” ...

Learn From Yesterday

Learn From Yesterday

Gavin Stevens, Staff Writer January 8, 2020

This short but powerful phrase--originally coined by Albert Einstein--can often be seen slapped on the walls of classrooms and offices or on the covers of journals and inspirational greeting cards, or...

Only One You

Only One You

Arushi Mithal, Opinion Editor January 8, 2020

One time, in middle school, my teacher kept confusing me with another girl in our class. I was puzzled because to me we looked nothing alike. My teacher would tell her to sit back down while calling my...

Go For It!

Go For It!

Katie Knight, Staff Writer January 8, 2020

Hesitation. Uncertainty. Doubt. These emotions form heavy shackles forged of despair that prevent even the most determined individual from reaching their aspirations. What could be stronger than the grip...

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