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‘Sinners’ Movie Review
‘Sinners’ Movie Review
Brooke Walsh ‘25 poses with her coach as she signs to the University of Miami (photo courtesy of John Grundke).
NC hosts third signing day
Right-hand pitcher Tucker King ‘25 throws a changeup to get a strikeout against Brother Rice High School on April 10 (Simmons/ LION).
Photo gallery showing baseball team’s rising success
Photo caption: Band students perform on stage in the Reber Center during the Spring Concert on April 16
Bands perform in NC Reber Center
The author holds a Blue Morpho butterfly in the Veragua Rainforest butterfly garden on March 28, so its wings were not harmed (Nagale/LION).
Costa Rica: Student-driven research of leatherback sea turtles continues
Photo caption: Band students perform on stage in the Reber Center during the Spring Concert on April 16
Bands perform in NC Reber Center
The author holds a Blue Morpho butterfly in the Veragua Rainforest butterfly garden on March 28, so its wings were not harmed (Nagale/LION).
Costa Rica: Student-driven research of leatherback sea turtles continues
Full view of the Blarney Castle on March 29 (Flynn/LION).
Ireland travel journal
Rules for the ‘USC Speak Your MIND Ice Bucket Challenge' as posted by the USC MIND Club Instagram (photo courtesy of USC MIND Instagram).
Raising awareness for mental health, USC ‘Speak Your Mind Challenge’ makes its way to LT
LT received certificate from Community Relations Department regarding rating (photo credit of Tyrell).
Lyons earns ‘Exemplary’ statewide rating
Art by Will Bridges
Between You & Me
Disney’s remakes need to take a rest
History’s warning: silence breeds hate
PCP: Does Senioritis harm students?
Offer more summer courses
Brooke Walsh ‘25 poses with her coach as she signs to the University of Miami (photo courtesy of John Grundke).
NC hosts third signing day
Right-hand pitcher Tucker King ‘25 throws a changeup to get a strikeout against Brother Rice High School on April 10 (Simmons/ LION).
Photo gallery showing baseball team’s rising success
Kaelyn Roth ‘25 catches a pass while attempting to be blocked by a Conant athlete (Simmons/LION).
Girls lacrosse opens season with win vs. Conant
Jovan Mijailovic ‘27 begins the medley relay with backstroke during prelims on Feb. 28 at the FMC Natatorium (Forebaugh/LION).
Boys Swim, Dive IHSA State Meet Photo Gallery
Charlie Pelling ‘27 successfully jumps over the 5’4 bar, a personal record (Waliewski/LION).
Boys Track Photo Gallery
‘Sinners’ Movie Review
‘Sinners’ Movie Review
Interior of Wing Snob located on Roosevelt Road (Kowalski/LION).
Wing Snob spices up area menu offerings
State switches to mandatory ACT
Maya Goryl ‘26 speaks to a representative from Hofstra University at the College Fair on March 3 in the NC fieldhouse
School hosts College Fair
Wooden Paddle Buzzkill pizza
Tasting Wooden Paddle
Right-hand pitcher Tucker King ‘25 throws a changeup to get a strikeout against Brother Rice High School on April 10 (Simmons/ LION).
Photo gallery showing baseball team’s rising success
Kaelyn Roth ‘25 catches a pass while attempting to be blocked by a Conant athlete (Simmons/LION).
Girls lacrosse opens season with win vs. Conant
Jovan Mijailovic ‘27 begins the medley relay with backstroke during prelims on Feb. 28 at the FMC Natatorium (Forebaugh/LION).
Boys Swim, Dive IHSA State Meet Photo Gallery
Football team finishes dance performance by hoisting Luke Karrigan ‘25 in the air on Feb. 7 at the All School Assembly (Velez/LION).
All School Photo Gallery
Shane Harris ‘25 smiles with his family after his signing to Denison University football (Forebaugh/LION).
NC hosts second signing day
LT received certificate from Community Relations Department regarding rating (photo credit of Tyrell).
Lyons earns ‘Exemplary’ statewide rating
Disney’s remakes need to take a rest
History’s warning: silence breeds hate
ICE headquarters in Chicago (Klaczynski/LION).
Fighting for their future: LT’s struggle to shield immigrant students amid new threats
PCP: Does Senioritis harm students?
Brooke Walsh ‘25 poses with her coach as she signs to the University of Miami (photo courtesy of John Grundke).
NC hosts third signing day
Right-hand pitcher Tucker King ‘25 throws a changeup to get a strikeout against Brother Rice High School on April 10 (Simmons/ LION).
Photo gallery showing baseball team’s rising success
Photo caption: Band students perform on stage in the Reber Center during the Spring Concert on April 16
Bands perform in NC Reber Center
The author holds a Blue Morpho butterfly in the Veragua Rainforest butterfly garden on March 28, so its wings were not harmed (Nagale/LION).
Costa Rica: Student-driven research of leatherback sea turtles continues
Full view of the Blarney Castle on March 29 (Flynn/LION).
Ireland travel journal
Film poster of "Carrie" (1976)
A Review of Carrie (1976)
Poster for 'Evil Dead Rise' (2023) (photo courtesy of IMDB).
A History and Review of Evil Dead Rise (2023)
Movie poster for '[Rec]" (2007).
Rec (2007)
Poster for 'Suspiria' (1977) (photo courtesy of IMDB).
A Review of Suspiria (1977)
A Background and Review of ‘Scream VI’ (2023)
Artesana guatemalteca posa con sus pulseras elaboradas (foto cortesía de Proyecto Pulsera).
La recaudación de fondos del Proyecto Pulsera continúa por undécimo año
Renovaciones previstas por 30 millones de dólares para modernizar los campus
Celebrando el Día del Bastón Blanco
Spanish language version: Administración implementa nuevas regulaciones escolares
The voice of Lyons Township students for more than 100 years

LION Newspaper
The voice of Lyons Township students for more than 100 years

LION Newspaper
Molly James

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief

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All content by Molly James

Baking, Pastry offered at NC

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
March 24, 2025

Senioritis leads to increase in Senior Ditch Days

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
March 24, 2025
The past three published Menagerie issues from the last few years

Menagerie celebrates 50th anniversary

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2025

Scott Eggerding dedicates 33 years to district

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2025

PCP: Post or pre winter break finals?

Molly James and Abby Stahulak
December 12, 2024
Caroline Mhley’s Poms photo for the 2023-2024 season (photo courtesy of Gavin Mhley).

In Memoriam: Caroline Mhley ‘26

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
December 12, 2024
Train tracks located just north of NC that many students cross to commute to school (James/LION).

‘See Tracks? Think Train’ week

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2024

New courses added for 2025-2026 school year

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
October 29, 2024
Players celebrate after goal by Julian Avdiu ‘27 (Kowalski/LION).

Boys Soccer Photo Gallery

Rachel Kowalski and Molly James
October 4, 2024
Lisa Plichta and other trip attendees talk with Pulsera Project artisans outside (courtesy of Crane).

Spanish teacher connects with Guatemalan artisans

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2024
Ad displayed at the Auditorium Theater on Aug. 22 for the live taping of "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert" (James/LION).

Stephen Colbert: live from Chicago

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2024
LION staff 2024-2025

Welcome Back

Molly James, Editor-in-Chief
August 20, 2024

LiOnion Students struggle to find NC Testing Center

Molly James, Reporter
May 16, 2024
Merlay Rubio ‘24 receives the scholarship from Dr. Juan Andrade Jr. at the USHLI conference in February 2024 (photo courtesy of Rubio).

Senior receives national scholarship

Molly James, Reporter
May 16, 2024
Tea Time With Teachers - Mr. Wojcik

Tea Time With Teachers – Mr. Wojcik

Molly James and Lillian Davis
May 9, 2024
Students walk through the fieldhouse to visit various college tables during the 2023 fair (photo courtesy of Dailey).

Annual spring college fair returns

Molly James, Reporter
February 29, 2024
Podcast cover for “Crime Junkie.”

How hard can accomplishing a ‘hot girl walk’ actually be?

Molly James, Reporter
February 15, 2024
Principal Jennifer Tyrrell was featured on page 44 in the October 2023 issue of the Hillgrove Avenue magazine (James/LION).

Dr. Tyrrell selected as ‘community influencer’

Molly James, Reporter
December 14, 2023
Team huddles around coach as he gives a pep talk before the start of the game (James/LION).

Boys soccer places 2nd in State

Molly James, Reporter
November 16, 2023

Blood drive returns for students and community

Molly James, Reporter
November 10, 2023
Flyer, Averie Grigus ‘27 is successfully lifted in a stunt during practice on Oct. 2 (James/LION).

Competitive cheer works on routine for state

Molly James, Reporter
October 31, 2023
Evelyn Riordan ‘24 sells various shirts to customers exploring West End Art Festival from Sept. 9 to Sept. 10 near Stone Avenue train station. Community event showcases student artwork (James/LION).

West End Art Festival showcases student’s art

Molly James, Reporter
September 28, 2023

PSI makes holiday baskets

Molly James, Freelance writer
March 25, 2022
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