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Taylor Swift Surprises World With Unexpected Release

Samantha Brennan, Digital Editor, Herald Writer September 21, 2021

Bigger than life, multi-talented singer and songwriter Taylor Swift released the re-recording of her hit song “Wildest Dreams” Friday morning. The term “Taylor’s Version” has also been added...

Red sign hanging at the glass door of a shop saying Closed due to coronavirus.

Western Massachusetts Businesses Closing due to the Pandemic

Patrick Sweeney, Chief Editor September 20, 2021

The coronavirus pandemic has led to many consequences in the United States. Over 600,000 individuals have lost their lives fighting the virus. Frontline healthcare workers have been pushed to the limit....

9/11 - Can We Forget One Day In America?

9/11 – Can We Forget One Day In America?

Alysha Izquierdo, Head Photographer September 20, 2021

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11th attacks that have caused the lives of many loved ones to be taken. On that very day, 19 militants apart of the Islamic radical group al Qaeda...

George W. Bushs 9/11 Commemoration Speech

George W. Bush’s 9/11 Commemoration Speech

Patrick Sweeney, Chief Editor of the Herald September 17, 2021

September 11, 2021 was a very somber day for Americans. This day marked the twentieth anniversary since the terrorist attacks in 2001. Terrorists, led by extremist Osama Bin Laden, hijacked four American...

Lady Day

Lady Day

Sage Sherburne, Herald Staff September 1, 2021

Eleanora Fagan was born on April 7th, 1915 in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. She was born to an African American unwed couple, Sarah Julia Fagan and Clarence Halliday. Professionally she went by Billie Holiday,...

Women’s Wrestling Opportunities In College

Women’s Wrestling Opportunities In College

Ishani Morales, Herald Staff June 22, 2021

Editor's Note: Ishani has been a wrestler at Holyoke High School for the past four years, and won the the Massachusetts State Championship in 2020.  She will wrestle for East Stroudsburg University in...

Holyoke Then And Now, What Has Changed?

Holyoke Then And Now, What Has Changed?

Nevaeh Lopez, Social Media Editor June 21, 2021

Between 2001 and 2020, Holyoke has drastically changed in many ways; however, there is still room for improvement. The difference between the two time periods is mainly focused on art within the community....

The Future of Youth Sports In Holyoke

The Future of Youth Sports In Holyoke

Samantha Antil, Digital Editor June 17, 2021

The coronavirus has devastated families, local businesses, and entire ways of life. Here at Holyoke High we can observe a new system of learning put in place to combat the risk of illness, lending itself...

New England Day Trips Part IV: Niantic, Connecticut

New England Day Trips Part IV: Niantic, Connecticut

Patrick Sweeney, News Editor May 19, 2021

This is the fourth in a series of articles highlighting one town in each New England state. You will find tips on how to enjoy yourself for the day without the fear of spreading the coronavirus. This article...

Two Catholic Communities Join Together in Holyoke

Two Catholic Communities Join Together in Holyoke

Willie Lopez Morales, Social Media Editor January 25, 2021

After almost three years of celebrating the Holy Mass in the Our Lady of Guadalupe gym building due to infrastructure damage in the main church, the parish of Saint Jerome opened their doors and the two...

Holyoke High School Dean Campus Culinary Arts program Thursday Thrills offering students experience, while providing meals in the community

Holyoke High School Dean Campus Culinary Arts program “Thursday Thrills” offering students experience, while providing meals in the community

Alexa Moran, Social Media Manager December 9, 2020

During the COVID-19 pandemic, it has caused a serious decline in people not having access to the best foods for their families. Holyoke High School Dean Campus has taken the initiative in using their skills...

Admin Interview: HHS North and Dean news, Dr. Mahoney to become Director of School Leadership for HPS, Mrs. McKenna and Mr. Gates to become Campus Principals

Admin Interview: HHS North and Dean news, Dr. Mahoney to become Director of School Leadership for HPS, Mrs. McKenna and Mr. Gates to become Campus Principals

Patrick Sweeney, News Editor December 1, 2020

This is an article launching this years' monthly interviews The Herald will be holding with Holyoke High School administration from both the North and Dean Campuses.  Last year Dr. Mahoney held interviews...

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