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The student news site of Patchogue-Medford High School

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Our high school marching band participated in the Newsday Marching Band competition this month along with many other local schools.
News
Update on the Marching Band
M Melvin, Staff Writer • October 31, 2023

We all know the Pat-Med matching band. They are known for celebrating the football players when players score a point with their fantastic performances...

The clipboards and paper passes are being eliminated this school year, and students will be instructed to use the new Smart Pass system.
Opinion
From Clipboard to Paper to Smart Pass
Sadie Wisniewski, Staff Writer • October 31, 2023

As many students and teachers have been made aware, our school has implemented electronic passes for the 2023-2024 school year. The high school has tried various kinds of pass systems throughout the years...

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Jack-o-Lanterns originally were carved gourds.
Feature
The Myths Related to Halloween
Catrina Ferrara, Staff Writer • October 31, 2023

As most people know, Halloween is that one time of the year where we dress up, get candy, and go pumpkin picking. Some also may just see it...

Using new photography techniques learned at the Five Town College Program.
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Five Town College Summer Scholars Program
Arellys Barrera-Martinez, Staff Writer • October 31, 2023

I stared at my computer screen a few minutes more, as I pondered the various questions in my mind. Particularly wondering if doing this summer...

Be safe this Halloween, Raiders. Check out some tips from our staff to make your Halloween both safe and fun.
Feature
The Darker Side of Halloween
Daniela Miranda, Staff Writer • October 18, 2023

You might be wondering; how dangerous could Halloween be? Since we were children, every 31st of October we would enjoy the experience of disguising...

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Whether youre staying in or headed to the theater for a fright, weve got you covered for the season of horror flicks!
Even More Horror Movie Suggestions
October 31, 2023
Whether youre staying in or headed to the theater for a fright, weve got you covered for the season of horror flicks!
Horror Movie Suggestions
October 13, 2023
Varsity Football players are starting a new tradition. They will present their alternate jerseys to faculty or staff member who they identify has had a positive influence on them. This week was the kickoff to this new tradition.
Photo of the Week
A New Tradition Begins

Raider TV - season 5, episode 2
Raider TV - season 5, episode 2
November 5, 2023
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Raider TV Season 5, Episode 1
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Raiders celebrated their 5-1 victory over Riverhead.
Sports
Senior Night and “Kicks for Cancer” Take on Raider Stadium
Carlo Costigliola, Staff Writer • October 5, 2023

Patchogue-Medford Soccer is known for its large community of players and families, and on Wednesday,...

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Pat-Med Varsity Cheerleading after a great performance at the Friday Night Lights, Support the Troops football game.
Sports
Pat-Med Cheerleading Ready for Game Day Comps!
Samantha Baldwin, Staff Writer • October 2, 2023

Competiton time! It is something teams work hard for to place high. For the first time ever Patchogue-Medford...

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Womens Sports in the Headlines
Sports
Women's Sports in the Headlines
Catrina Ferrara, Staff Writer • October 1, 2023

Nebraska College Volleyball Country Winning Game The Nebraska College Volleyball team (University...

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