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DC plane crash takes 67 lives
Hailey Gress, Correspondent
On January 29th, a terrible event unfolded as a Black Hawk helicopter and a passenger jet collided in Washington DC taking 67 lives and left no survivors. The military helicopter was on a routine training mission and the American Airlines plane was going to land at Ronald Reagan Washington National...
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Features
Valentines Day: Local events and BASH’s perspective
John Loos, Co-Editor
It’s hard to believe that Valentine’s Day is this Friday! BASH will be closed to students due to a staff in service day! Whether you’re looking for something to do with your significant other, yourself, or your family, there’s no lack of things to do in celebration of love, friendship, and admiration. If...
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Black History Month
Recognizing the importance of Black superheroes in comics
Martin Herold and Ethan Millard
With Captain America: Brave New World coming out February 14th, superheroes are once again in the mind of the mainstream populace. In the newest movie Sam Wilson, a Black man formerly known as the superhero Falcon, will have to take on the role of the new Captain America and any challenges a Black man...
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District News
January 28th School Board Meeting
Martin Herold, Contributor
Board Recognition Month The Pennsylvania School Board Association annually marks January as Board Recognition Month. As a token of appreciation from the students and teachers the board members were presented with gift bags containing unique ceramic pieces. These were created by art students at BASH...
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District News
Prom 2025: What we Know so Far!
John Loos, Correspondent
On January 27th, BASH's admin sent out an email detailing information about senior prom, which will be held on May 2nd, 2025. Many students are currently shopping for their dress, or making plans with their friends. Whatever the case, it is important to be aware of some logistical things that are happening...
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OPINION: Linkin Park “From Zero” Album review

Carter Kenny, Correspondent • January 16, 2025

On November 15 2024 one of the most recognizable and influential bands of the 21st century released their first original body of work for the first time in 7 years. Linkin...

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Students should remember to ask their teachers for recommendations to join BCTC.

BCTC: Applications and Open House

Evelyn Lavanga, Contributor • January 27, 2025

BCTC, or Berks Career and Technology Center, is a career-oriented education center with a wide range of programs that experienced professionals teach. BASH students, as well...

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Make sure to check out pick of the week to keep up with who's winning and why it isn't the Junior team.

A deep dive into the 2025 NFL playoffs

Ryan Christiansen, Correspondent • January 9, 2025

NFC Starting off we take a look at the NFC teams. In first place we have the Detroit Lions, who will have the first round bye in the Wildcard Round. The Lions are a huge...

Swim team waiting as their team completes their parts.

BASH’s swim meet vs Methacton

Ethan Millard and Yeshaya Brewster • December 19, 2024

Starting out strongly BASH's varsity swim teams (both boys and girls) had their first swim meet of the season against Methacton High School. The competition had seats packed,...

BASH mascot supporting the team, while raising awareness for childhood cancer.

BASH takes a loss to Avon Grove

Hailey Gress, Correspondent • September 10, 2024

Last Friday, September 6th, BASH went up against Avon Grove and had an unfortunate loss. Even though the night didn't end in a win, the team still did their best and gave...

Student athletes working hard before school starts

Hailey Gress, Correspondent • August 20, 2024

BASH's football team has been working incredibly hard in the weeks leading up to school starting. Coaches are making the team run through plays many times until they have...

Girls softball during their game against PJP II, May 8th 2024.

BASH Decimates Pope John Paul II Softball In Impressive 11-1 Victory

Ethan Millard, Contributor • May 13, 2024

Boyertown's win puts them at a 13-5 record this season and counting! Last season marks the fourteenth straight home win. This win came on the back of Senior recognition night,...

Phillies first baseman, Bryce Harper, has been dealing with his back injury as he navigates Spring Training

Phillies star Bryce Harper gets alarming injury

Emma Webster, Correspondent • March 20, 2024

Philadelphia Phillies fans have a lot to get excited about heading into the 2024 season. After extending Aaron Nola and Zack Wheeler in the offseason, the Phillies are committed...

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Bill set to ban TikTok from U.S. Appstores expected to pass through senate.

Ethan Millard, Contributor • March 14, 2024

TikTok, the video creating and sharing social media app which saw international release in September 2017, has long been the topic of multiple controversies. Whether it was the mental health effects on young teens, fueling the spread of misinformation, or most importantly for the Bill, it's Chinese parent company ByteDance, the app has seen it's fair share of criticism over its rise within the last...

Berks Country Earth Day event will be held at Reading City Park.

Earth Day: A history & local events

John Loos, Correspondent • April 20, 2023

Earth Day is an annual international day meant to raise awareness for the Earth and environmental protection. People spend the day at events, cleaning up pollution, planting plants, and more! The Earth Day Network says that over one billion people have participated in Earth Day affairs. History of Earth Day The 1960’s was a prime example of what happens without environmental protection laws....

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