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FROM LONDON TO HARVEY: MR. FERRARA BRINGS CULTURE TO SPANISH CLASS New Spanish teacher Pasquale Ferrara has already made an impact on the Harvey community. Moving from London to America just this year, Mr. Ferrara has begun teaching Spanish classes at Harvey, but he is not new to the teaching world. Being an avid world traveler, Mr. Ferrara has lived and taught in three different countries: England, Costa Rica, and now the United States. Before coming to Harvey, Mr. Ferrara taught and lived in North London, where he held the position of Chair of Languages. Ferrara's language skills are not limited to Spanish; he shared that he has also taken an interest in many other languages, such as Portuguese, after living in Brazil for a year, and French, which he taught for one year in London. Mr. Ferrara’s interest in foreign languages is grounded in his love for travel. He shared that he has never been too keen on the grammar aspects of languages but really enjoys being able to immerse himself in the cultural aspects. Mr. Ferrara said that his favorite part about learning languages is being able to travel to other countries and absorb their culture. He truly takes his passion beyond the classroom. Growing up with his Spanish-speaking mother and Italian-speaking father, Mr. Ferrara has always been immersed in language. Living in a household in which multiple languages were spoken sparked his interest in the cultural abundance that comes with learning languages. When he took Spanish in school, Mr. Ferrara picked it up easily, as he had heard it his entire life.
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Mr. Ferrara at the Spanish Quarter in Naples, Italy. Photo taken by Mr. Ferrara’s wife.
As someone who has always had a love for language and culture, Mr. Ferrara has focused his teaching career on fostering such interests in his students. As one of Mr. Ferrara’s students, I can say that each class we have is engaging and unique. Mr. Ferrara brings in fun ways to learn about topics, and he focuses on the reason language is taught: it is learning about cultures different from our own and broadening our horizons. Mr. Ferrara’s favorite part of Harvey is the motivation of the students he teaches. He says students at Harvey want to learn, and they want to do well. Remarking on Harvey students’ abilities to seek help and ask engaging questions, Mr. Ferrara said he enjoys teaching when students are interested in the topic.
With his mother working in his elementary school, and his sister becoming a teacher, he said the teaching career is sort of a “family thing.” Studying languages in university just outside of London, Mr. Ferrara decided to combine his love for language and teaching. Now, Mr. Ferrara enjoys a career that allows him to share all the amazing cultural and engaging aspects of languages.
Mr. Ferrara said that traveling and living in many different places throughout his life has given him the ability to adapt to new settings and experience a multitude of different cultures. He says that “no matter where you go, people want to learn.” Outside of his travels and work in the classroom, Mr. Ferrara enjoys playing soccer once every week, and he is the middle school soccer coach, as well. He is also training for a half-marathon.
Mr. Ferrara said that he has noticed some aspects of teaching in the United States . that differs from what he had experienced in London. He remarked on the smaller class sizes, which allow him to have a better working relationship with each student, giving him the opportunity to help each individual student thrive.
In just a few months, Mr. Ferrara has already made a positive mark on students. He provides an engaging and inspiring environment to learn, not just a foreign language but also learn about the culture. Mr. Ferrara’s classroom is full of fun and thoughtful study.
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OP-ED: THE CRUELTIES OF CLONING Dear Harvey Community, The question of animal cloning has been debated for many years, but what exactly is it? Britannica states that cloning is “the process of generating a genetically identical copy of a cell or an organism.” Recently, there have been many headlines about popular celebrities or retired football players making clones of their beloved pets, unaware of the negative effects it can cause on hundreds of animals. I consider animal cloning to be unethical because, while there are some benefits to cloning different animals, the downsides are much larger. There are two different ways that animals can be replicated, the first being to simply split the embryo, and the second one is known as somatic cell nuclear transfer. According to National Geographic, somatic cell nuclear transfer is when “scientists transfer the DNA from an animal’s somatic cell into an egg cell that has had its nucleus and DNA removed. The egg develops into an embryo that contains the same genes as the cell donor. Then, the embryo is implanted into an adult female’s uterus to grow.” There are some benefits that come with animal cloning, one of the main ones being the production of medicine. According to the Genetic Science Learning Center, a gene that helps produce either a type of medication or type of vaccine could be implanted into the DNA of a cell that came from a cow that produces a plentiful amount of milk. Then one of these modified cells could have its nucleus inserted into a cow egg, resulting in a cow that makes either the drug or vaccine used in the milk.
This would be advantageous for people, as it would make the creation of different vaccines and medications much easier than before. Another upside is that after a cow with this gene has offspring, the calves would also have this special DNA, allowing for more of these drug-producing cows to exist without having to do the entire cloning process again. Recently, it has been revealed that Tom Brady cloned his dog, Lua, with a blood sample that was collected before she died in 2023. The new dog’s name is Junie, and according to People magazine, the company that created her is known as Colossal Biosciences, and Tom Brady is one of its investors. There have been many instances of people cloning their pets so that they can still have a version of them even after they die.. While physically they are mostly the same, the experiences that the cloned animal will have will be different, which changes its behavior and personality from the original pet, meaning it will never be the same.
As reported by the International Society of Bioethics: “After birth... offspring of great size (large offspring syndrome, LOS), or with hyperkalemia and immature lungs;...died shortly after birth, with the spleen atrophied, premature aging (progeria), cancer, immune disorders and repair or acid-base metabolism, etc.” Another issue with animal cloning is the strain it puts on the animals that give birth to these clones. Compassion In World Farming says: “The cloning of farm animals can involve great suffering. A cloned embryo has to be implanted into a surrogate mother who carries it to birth. Cloned embryos tend to be large and can result in painful births that are often carried out by cesarean section.” Animal cloning, while potentially scientifically beneficial, is ethically wrong, as it causes pain for both the cloned and natural animal. Sincerely, Aiden Tarpey
While success rates vary with species, usually being around 2 to 3% for most, cattle have the highest success rate, which is 5 to 20%. The UC Berkeley Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership states that “Ninety-five to ninetyseven percent of animal cloning attempts still end in failure, and the scientists who cloned Dolly failed 276 times before they succeeded in producing a single live-born clone of an adult sheep.” The main reason for these low success rates is due to the abnormalities that the cloned animals face when being produced. These problems cause the newly made animals to die shortly after their creation. The animals that are cloned almost always have some form of cancer, organ problem, or shortened life span.
Dolly, the first ever cloned mammal, taxidermied. Credits to Mike McBey.
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TUNE IN TO HARVEY RADIO By Jordan Collins The Harvey Radio Station’s first set of announcements began Thursday, Oct. 16, during House. When asked his thoughts after the first set of announcements, Mr. Nate Alexander said, “I thought they went really well. Peyton and Summer did a great job and brought an amazing energy and excitement to reading the announcements.” Harvey Radio logo.
According to media arts teacher Nate Alexander, Harvey Radio is a new offering for students that is an online radio station where students can share music, stories, and announcements. Its goal is to teach students the skills that are required to host a radio show while having fun. In it, students curate music, write scripts, and practice their public speaking skills. The Harvey Radio Station was inspired by Dean Jones and Jake Karamehmedovic’s Podcasting Club. They are a part of Harvey Radio, along with the students in the Podcasting/Radio/Broadcasting class. So far, the morning announcements are presented by Peyton Forde and Summer Jarbath. When asked about their involvement, goals, and roles in Harvey Radio, Dean and Jake replied: “We both got involved in Harvey Radio this year when we heard it would be incorporated with the club we created last year, Harvey Podcast Club. Before we both graduate, we hope to pick new leaders for our club and Harvey Radio to ensure that it is an ongoing endeavor. Finally, our role is to make sure everything goes smoothly and to create an enjoyable radio station for the Harvey community to listen to.” Harvey Radio plans to make announcements once a week, every Friday. Harvey Radio’s announcements are specifically directed for events and happenings around the Harvey Campus, as well as sports updates or other Harvey News.
The second set of announcements began during House on the morning of Halloween, Oct. 31, with Peyton and Summer starting by wishing everyone a Happy Halloween. A thank-you and list of upcoming sports games followed shortly after. Then, they discussed the costume contest being held later in the day. To close the second set of announcements, Peyton and Summer encouraged listeners to tune in to hear Halloween music that would be playing all day, along with spooky stories being told by students. The Harvey Radio Station has an email (harveyradio@harveyschool.org) for any students or teachers to submit an announcement request. When asked what type of submissions they are looking for, the Harvey Radio Station responded, “Any announcements that a faculty member or student has that they wanted shared with the school. Things like upcoming events, important games, deadlines, or even stories. Anything that they want shared with the school community.” Not only does Harvey Radio on-air staff make announcements, but they also play music live 24/7 for anyone to listen to. According to Mr. Alexander, the radio station is guided by the students. They plan on playing music chosen by their class. He stated, “Our music library is currently small, but as new students join the course, we plan to play a wide selection of music from all genres.” Any time there is a holiday, Harvey Radio plays that specific holiday’s themed music.
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JEWISH CULTURE CLUB TAKES ON HARD QUESTIONS AMID TURBULENT TIMES In the past two years, Harvey’s Jewish Culture Club has organized for a Holocaust survivor to speak on campus, raised money for Jewish charities through several holiday-themed bake sales, and arranged group excursions to discuss current events without the constraints of the rigid club time slot. The club held its first meeting of this school year Oct. 22, engaging in tough conversations around the first phase of the ceasefire to the Israel-Hamas war. On Oct. 8, Hamas accepted the terms of a ceasefire in which 20 living hostages and 15 of the 28 deceased would be released Oct. 13. On the same day, Israel returned “nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and detainees,” NPR reports. As outlined in the first phase of the ceasefire agreement, Israel has withdrawn 47% of Gaza to the ‘yellow’ ceasefire line, The New York Times reports. However, it is unlikely Israel will withdraw anymore until a second phase, which will not happen until the remaining hostage bodies are returned.
By Tory Janush and Logan Kreisberg To kick off the school year, members of the club responded to unsolvable questions, giving them both hypothetical power and a place to think about how to become involved as high school leaders. First, club members gave insight into their initial thoughts and reactions to the ceasefire deal. “Justice isn’t dealt until every story is told and every side is known,” senior Heather Schutzer said. “While you can say the war ended, it is not fully over until there is peace for both parties.” Echoing a similar sentiment about the amount of work ahead in the Middle East, senior Talya Langer shared her thoughts: “There is so much political and societal hate surrounding this whole issue. Even if there is a ceasefire, there is still not only resentment between the two places, but also the political climate has shifted with outer hate,” Talya said. She also suggested that there will continue to be generational hate and resentment in our lifetimes.
As the presidents of the Jewish Culture Club, seniors Tory Janush and Logan Kreisberg, the writers of this article, have strived to make Mr. Morgan’s classroom a welcoming environment every Day 5 for mature discourse, while leaving room for celebration.
Junior Jordan Cherry expressed that families need to receive the bodies of the deceased in order to close the chapter after a long two years. Next, students in the club discussed potential self-determination in Gaza, and how they would suggest Palestinians run their government. Junior Eden Nhaissi said she recommends the Palestinians “get rid of the terrorist group” in Gaza and “start fresh.” Heather added to Eden’s works, saying that Palestinians should gradually revolt against Hamas and incorporate “bits and pieces” of democracy into their systems of government. The Jewish students then shared their input on consuming information and maintaining empathy in response to these developments in Middle Eastern politics. “The best thing you can do is read and learn from both sides,” Heather said. “There’s never one person who’s solely at fault in a war.” Agreeing with Heather, Talya said she looks at the situation “neutrally,” acknowledging there are “always two sides and then the truth.” She said that she plans to keep an “open mind” amid polarization and is “willing to listen” to different perspectives.
Jewish Culture Club members in discussion. Photo Taken by Mr. Morgan.
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AN INTRO TO THE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE By Aiden Tarpey
Normally, when a student is asked about college, it's mainly about the application process. But what about the actual experience? There are many parts of independent life to question when considering colleges, and it can be very confusing. Two Harvey 2025 graduates were asked 12 questions to provide some insight on college life. The first question was, “How is college going generally?” Daniela Rynott, former Pulse writer and 2025 valedictorian, said, “College is great. I love the independence of life, as well as the tight community that comes as a result of studying abroad.” Next, the students were asked their major, if they decided one. Daniela responded, “I am a combined journalism and political science major. I actually always thought I'd be an English major, but Ms. Holmes' Newspaper elective helped me discover my passion for journalism.” According to former Pulse writer and 2025 student council president, Ted Clement, “The hardest part of college is staying on top of every due date. Most assignments won’t be discussed in class, so you need to monitor the syllabus to make sure you don’t start a project too late.” Conversely, Daniela stated, “My favorite part about college has been the people. Since I have returned to my home country, Ireland, I've been able to reunite with many of my childhood family friends; my best friend from preschool also attends University College Dublin (UCD), so we get to see each other all the time! Within my cohort, I've found people who have become like family. My roommates and I are very lucky because we get along great. Every night, we eat dinner together and watch a movie on our newly purchased projector.”
2025 Graduates wearing their college shirts. Credits to Harvey Communications.
As for the dorm situation, Ted stated, “Trinity College is over 200 years old, and the architecture reflects that. I am in a quad, meaning I have my own room and then a shared common room with my three roommates. I’m great friends with my roommates, and our common room allows us to host people. The dorms aren’t the nicest, by any means, but they aren’t terrible, and it's been a very positive experience for me.” When asked about the community, Daniela said, “The community here is tight. There are 168 Northeastern students studying abroad at UCD, so most of us are acquainted with each other. I know the people closest to my apartment building best because we all go out together. My network is large, but I have a set group of about 30 kids who I always venture around Dublin with.” She continued, “However, I do not solely talk to them. Everyone is in the same boat, looking for new people to talk to, especially when we're all in a different country, so no one will shut you down. People are extremely friendly. I made so many lasting friendships on the first day during my flight from New York to Ireland.”
One of the most important aspects of college life when deciding is the food quality. Daniela stated, “The food situation in Ireland differs greatly from the United States because we do not have a meal plan, which means students are responsible for buying and cooking their own food. Before I left for college, I began cooking a lot, which was so helpful. Also, because of my Senior Bridge project in which I crafted a cookbook, I have all of my mom's recipes saved.” She went on, “My roommates haven't had the same experience, so I cook every night, which I love. However, we have had many mishaps in my roommates' trials and errors with cooking. You don't realize just how much can go wrong in the kitchen until you have your own, so I would definitely advise high school students to sharpen their cooking skills before leaving home. Even if you do have a meal plan, cooking is an essential life skill.” Another important part of colleges is the amount of work professors assign to their students. Ted responded, “Workload is extremely dependent on the major. My friends who are engineering majors, for example, definitely do much more homework than I do. My daily work largely consists of 100 pages of reading and one or two essays a week. Since I chose a major that I find interesting, I don’t dread the work and find it pretty manageable.”
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THE 2025 U.S. GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN By Tory Janush
On Oct. 1, the U.S. federal government went into the country’s longest recorded shutdown, resulting in several consequences. However, after 43 days, on Nov. 12, the government reopened after multiple other pushes. The shutdown occurred due to numerous disagreements between both chambers of Congress with regard to the spending plan. Currently, Republicans “control both the House of Representatives and the Senate, but at the end of September, they were seven short of the 60 votes needed to pass an earlier spending bill in the Senate,” as reported by BBC. Due to these circumstances, the Democrats had room for negotiations, including a desire to lower health insurance for millions of Americans. The Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as “Obamacare,” is facing turmoil amid higher expenses. USA TODAY explains that if these credits are not extended, they will expire in December 2025. They also state, “If Congress approves the bipartisan deal, the insurance tax credits will revert to the original levels of the ACA. Under President Barack Obama's signature 2010 health care law, cost-saving tax credits were limited to those who earn up to four times the federal poverty level.”
Unlike the saying, like mother, like daughter, Jeanne Shaheen’s daughter, Stefany Shaheen, is currently running for Congress in New Hampshire, where she makes known that she opposes her mother’s views on the deal. Reported by ABC News, Stefany Shaheen said, “And if [a deal on health care] is not successful, then shame on the Republican Party and shame on Donald Trump. But the American people will see who stands with them on health care and who does not, and that will be the platform of the next stage of the fight.” As a result of the shutdown, hundreds of thousands of federal workers missed paychecks. According to PBS, “[A]t least 670,000 federal employees were furloughed, while about 730,000 others were working without pay, according to the Bipartisan Policy Center.” Air traffic controllers and TSA workers took the brunt of this ordeal. They faced a difficult dilemma as to whether they would work without pay, or stay home and resort to other ways of income, rather than receiving a zero-dollar check for their labor. Aside from air-control problems, many hard-working Americans experienced food scarcity with no Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits arriving for over a month. USA Today reported a story about a woman with diabetes who had “two bad brushes” with COVID and two severe heart attacks. After not receiving SNAP, she had to rely on a food bank, which did harm to her body due to the canned foods she had to eat. She said, “We’re the most sacrificable piece and the least important on the board.”
PBS News published comments from a furloughed IRS employee, Elizabeth McPeak, who said, “This has been the worst time in my 20 years to be a federal employee.” She shared that her colleagues resorted to having to “beg their landlords to hold off on collecting rent payments and relied on food banks during the shutdown.” Over eight weeks later, on Nov. 12, the shutdown came to an end after a breakthrough in the Senate. CBS News states, “In a 222 to 209 vote, six Democrats voted with almost all Republicans to send the bill to President Trump's desk. Two Republicans voted against its passage.” Funding will last for most of the agencies until the end of January, while other parts of government funding will expire in September of next year. Now that the government has reopened, Americans still face the residual effects, but they hope for a brighter and calmer future ahead.
Image of U.S. Capitol with caution tape. Taken from InCharge Debt Solutions
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A NEW ERA FOR NYC: MAYOR ZOHRAN MAMDANI By Jordan Collins
Mamdani adressing his campagin rally in Brooklyn on May 4. Taken from USA Today.
Zohran Mamdani is a democratic socialist, starting his political career in 2020 at the New York State Assembly, representing District 36 in Queens. This year, he ran for mayor of New York City and won the general election Nov. 4. He will take office Jan. 1, 2026. According to Britannica, Mamdani was born Oct. 18, 1991, in Kampala, Uganda. He grew up in Cape Town, South Africa, and he moved to New York City when he was 7-years-old. Throughout his childhood, he lived with his father, Mahmood Mamdani, who is a professor at Columbia University and an anthropologist, along with his mother, Mira Nair, who is an award-winning filmmaker. When Mamdani was younger, he attended Bronx High School of Science in New York City. He later attended Bowdoin College in Maine, graduating in 2014 with a bachelor's degree in Africana Studies. After college, Mamdani worked as a foreclosure-prevention counselor in Queens, and he was involved in organizing and grassroots campaigns.
Mamdani’s mayoral campaign was centered around affordability and progressive policy proposals. In his campaign, he emphasized the high cost of living in New York City, stating that many residents “... Can’t afford their rent. They can’t afford their child care. They can’t afford transit. They can’t afford their groceries,” as reported by Britannica. His proposals were presented as solutions to problems experienced by a large portion of New York City’s population. His proposals, according to Business Standard, Britannica and The Times of India are: fare-free public buses to improve transit access, a freeze on rent for rent-stabilized housing units, increasing affordable housing supply, cityowned grocery stores to combat food costs, universal child care for all children aged 6 weeks to 5 years, increasing taxes on the wealthy and corporations, and raising the minimum wage. He aims for $30 an hour minimum wage by the year 2030. In addition to his proposals, according to NBC New York, his campaign had made significant use of grassroots organizing, social media, and volunteer mobilization. Mamdani’s legacy in New York will be one to go down in the history books. From reports by Egypt Today, as someone who embodies multiple “firsts,” first Muslim, first Indian‐origin, first African-born (Ugandan) mayor of NYC, his election is a demographic milestone. As stated in NBC New York, his victory represents a shift in NYC politics toward younger, more progressive leadership and away from the traditional establishment.
One quotation from Mamdani’s victory speech was, “Whether you are an immigrant, a member of the trans community, one of the many black women that Donald Trump has fired from a federal job, a single mom still waiting for the cost of groceries to go down, or anyone else with their back against the wall, your struggle is ours too.” In short, his speech brought attention to his peopledriven motives. Even after a small dispute between Mamdani and Trump, from reports by The Guardian, Trump said, “He would like to come to Washington and meet, and we’ll work something out.” In response to Trump, on the morning of Nov. 20, Mamdani stated, "I will be heading to Washington, D.C. tomorrow to meet with President Trump at the White House. It is customary for the mayor of this city to meet with the White House, given their mutual reliance." President Trump and Mandani met on Friday, Nov. 21. Even though they exchanged insults previously, according to NBC News, Mamdani found their meeting “productive,” with Trump telling reporters he’ll be “cheering” for Mamdani. According to Time, Mamdani is backed up by many Democratic politicians. When Time reporters asked Kamala Harris if she supported Mamdani, she responded with: “Look, as far as I’m concerned, he’s the Democratic nominee, and he should be supported.” He was also granted the backing of “notable progressive lawmakers like Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York.” Zohran Mamdani's victory as New York City's mayor marks the beginning of a new era in city politics, driven by progressive policies and a commitment to addressing affordability and inequality. His leadership promises a bold shift toward a more inclusive and equitable future for New York City residents.
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WOGIES RAISES THE “STEAKS” FOR KATONAH SANDWICHES Wogies Bar and Grill has expanded its reach, bringing Philadelphia-style cheesesteaks to the heart of Katonah. The restaurant officially opened June 16, becoming the third location in the Wogies franchise. According to the eatery’s official website, owner Aaron Hoffman named the establishment in honor of his late father, affectionately known as “Wogie.” The menu mirrors those of Wogies’ West Village and FiDi locations in New York City. It features a lineup of classic hoagies, wings, and salads. From spicy and decadent to simple and comforting, there’s a dish for every palate. When it comes to appetizers, Wogies isn’t afraid to experiment. The menu features creative starters like buffalo chicken spring rolls and fried pickles. Their signature garbage bread, available in four flavors, is a fan favorite and often disappears moments after being brought out. But the real stars of the Wogies experience are undeniably the sandwiches. With so many mouthwatering choices on the menu, deciding what to order can be a challenge. To alleviate this stress, The Pulse recommends two standouts: The Pookie, a sub loaded with buffalo chicken tenders and topped with melted provolone, and the Cheesesteak Hoagie, a classic Philly staple done right. Wogies salads pack the same bold flavors as their famous sandwiches, but without the extra calories from the bread. The Buffalo Chicken Salad, for instance, is a perfect alternative to The Pookie, featuring the same spicy chicken atop a fresh mix of chopped vegetables and greens.
By Logan Kreisberg Another appeal to the Wogies menu is its flexibility. Customers can easily customize any sandwich or salad to their liking. Despite their plentiful offering of signature dishes, the restaurant will make accommodations based on personal preferences. With a wide selection of sauces and toppings available (sometimes for a small upcharge), every order can be tailored to personal taste. One thing to note about dining at Wogies, much like many other restaurants in Katonah, is that meals can be on the pricier side. With sandwiches averaging around $18, and sides like fries sold separately at the price of around $8, it’s not the most budget-friendly option. Still, the generous portions and high-quality ingredients make it a worthwhile splurge. Similar to the Weil House and Alumni Barn complex on the Harvey campus, Wogies operates within a revamped piece of Katonah history. Housed in the Old Firehouse Building, the restaurant highlights its past through restored wooden paneling and architectural details that honor the original structure.
A Wogies' Pizza Cheesesteak Hoagie, pictured moments before its first bite, held by Pulse reviewer Logan Kreisberg. Photo taken by Andrew Kreisberg
While the relaxed atmosphere and background mix of 1970s soft rock certainly adds to the experience, the restaurant’s food can stand on its own. Harvey Senior Associate Director of College Counseling Alexandra Carrozza shared her experience ordering takeout from Wogies, crediting the foil which maintained the temperature of her meal. “The sandwich was extremely hot,” Ms. Carrozza said, referring to the Cheesesteak Hoagie. “I took it home, and it tasted like it was just given to me.” Beyond the food itself, Wogies Katonah aims to serve as a community gathering spot. The restaurant hosts weekly trivia nights every Tuesday at 7 p.m., drawing neighbors together over friendly competition. It also features multiple screens throughout the space to show sporting events, especially Philadelphia Eagles games, because Wogies is an official bar for the team. Even with its higher prices, Wogies’s proximity to the Harvey campus, and its undeniably delicious food, makes it an optimal spot to dine alongside school gatherings. Apart from reservations for special events, they generally operate on a first-come, first-why served basis, but securing a table is usually low-stress and easy. Whether families are grabbing a bite before a production in the Lasdon Theater, celebrating a Cavaliers victory, or taking advantage of senior off-campus privileges, Wogies is the perfect place to fuel up and enjoy good company.
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THE SUMMER BELLY FOUND HERSELF The third and final season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” premiered July 16 on Prime Video with new episodes coming out weekly on Wednesdays. The show, based on a book series written by Jenny Han, stars Lola Tung as Isabel (Belly) Conklin, Christopher Briney as Conrad Fisher, and Gavin Casalengo as Jeremiah Fisher. As Kaylee Schwander of Grand Valley Lanthorn describes, the series, specifically this last season, is a coming-of-age story entangled with relationships, love, and family. With the whole family, especially Belly, mourning the loss of the Fisher family’s mother, Susannah Fisher, emotions are high. Toward the beginning of the season, Jeremiah proposes to Belly with a large profession of love after cheating on her. Jeremiah and Belly later announce their engagement, which sparks controversy among the family, especially with Conrad, who is still in love with Belly. Spoiler alert! After Conrad confesses his love for Belly, her emotions become complicated, and she eventually calls off her wedding and runs off to Paris for her study abroad program. Paris will later become a place where Belly truly feels at home and is able to gather her thoughts and realize what she really wants. In a shocking surprise (and another spoiler!), her first love, Conrad, finds her in Paris for her birthday in an attempt to rekindle their love. In their time together, Belly realizes she has never truly moved on from Conrad, and they decide to give their love another try. While in Paris, Belly goes on a self-finding journey, and she discovers her true self in this confusing place. She decides on staying for longer than expected and begins to form a new life for herself there.
By Ana Failla Through their adventures in Paris, Belly and Conrad rekindle their childhood love and realize that they want to give their romance a fighting chance. Even though Conrad’s brother Jeremiah will be hurt by this relationship, both Belly and Conrad are not ready to let go of their love for each other. According to Rotten Tomatoes, reviews were divided in their reactions to the new season. Some enjoyed the plot, acting, and overall experience; others were disappointed with the quality of the acting, and the storyline, in general. Some fans say this season was their favorite so far, complimenting the acting and quality of the plot. Reviewers who liked the last season often remark that they thought Belly chose the right brother. They believe Jeremiah was immature and Conrad was the correct choice for both of them. Others say this season was the worst so far, being a “downgrade” from the last season. Arguments have been made saying the new season normalizes cheating on one's partner and toxic relationships. I was somewhere in between with my rating of the last season. I was happy with the ending and the choices made by Belly regarding her love life and individual experiences. I was also pleased that Belly took the time in Paris to truly find herself and realize what she really wanted out of life and a relationship. Regarding the acting and overall production, I was less pleased. They could have been better and more genuine, considering the depth of some of the topics being discussed. Overall, I was content with the last season and was happy with the final ending, in particular.
“The Summer I Turned Pretty” Season 3 cover. Taken from IMDb
Even though this is the last season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” it is not over yet. According to ABC News, Prime Video has announced it will be producing a film to continue the love story. The movie will be directed by Jenny Han, who will co-write the script with Sarah Kucserka. Fans, whether this season was their favorite or not, were excited to tune into every Wednesday's episodes and were equally thrilled to see the production of the new movie. Even though the third and last season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” received mixed reviews, the overall consensus was that it was an engaging and fun season to watch. Viewers are excited for what the future film has in store. Will there be more drama and love triangles? Watchers can’t wait to find out.
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When asked about what the students did with any time off, Daniela said, “During my free time, I explore a lot. In early November, my roommates and I are going to Brussels. We want to travel more in December after finals, too. Our travel list includes Vienna, Switzerland, and Amsterdam. Individually, my roommates have also traveled to Lisbon, London, Paris, and Croatia so far. Other countries are so accessible once you're in Ireland, especially via Ryanair.” She also stated that, “Outside of trips, I try to maintain my hobbies, from reading, playing piano, and going to the gym. It's helped me stay grounded in myself during these busy months."
Additionally, Eden said she believes that Israeli and Palestinian leaders need to sit down with a mediator to discuss future steps for bridging the gap, because war, she said, “ is never the answer to any problem.”
When asked about one thing they could change about college, Ted replied, “I do wish I had gone somewhere a little warmer, as it's already getting pretty cold on campus.” Something everyone going into college wants to know is what the current graduates wish they knew beforehand. Ted answered with, “There are a lot of things that we take for granted when we live with our parents. For example, I did not properly stock up on things like Band-Aids, Pepto Bismol, and Advil.”
For the school year, the club will set out to raise money through bake sales to fund group field trips and guest speakers. The presidents say they hope to preserve these traditions and pass the legacy on to underclassmen. Mr. Austin Morgan, a performing arts teacher and the club’s advisor, said he believes the club is involved in important work. “We aim to share Jewish culture on campus and remind students that there is a place to learn about the Judaic heritage,” Mr. Morgan said. Despite only meeting for 30 minutes in the eight-day cycle, the Jewish Culture Club has and will continue to make an impact on the Harvey campus, ensuring Jewish voices are heard.
Finally, the recent Harvey graduates were asked if they felt well-prepared academically for their classes. Daniela wrote that, “Yes, I feel very academically prepared for my classes. Most of my assignments are essaybased, which I felt comfortable with due to my former English classes.” The transition from high school to college can be intimidating, but learning from people who have already been through the experience can be incredibly helpful. The Pulse thanks Ted Clement and Daniela Rynott for their time and opinions.
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