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The Red & Black
The student news site of Patchogue-Medford High School

The Red & Black
The student news site of Patchogue-Medford High School

The Red & Black
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[Photo] Abstract Party Ideas for Sweet 16 and More

Sadie Wisniewski, Staff Writer
December 13, 2022
Girls Inc. is a club offered here at PMHS that promotes opportunities of girls ages 13-18.

[Photo] Find Out About the Girls Inc. Club in the High School

Sadie Wisniewski, Staff Writer
May 24, 2022
What are you thankful for this holiday season?

[Photo] What to be Thankful for this Holiday Season

Emma McCarthy, Staff Writer
November 22, 2021
The cover of Punisher, the latest album from Phoebe Bridgers.

[Photo] Music Review – Punisher by Phoebe Bridger

Letizia Franzese, Staff Writer
March 19, 2021
RosalindFranklin

[Photo] March is Women’s History Month

Spencer Schlitz, Staff Writer
March 9, 2021
ellenochoa

[Photo] March is Women’s History Month

Spencer Schlitz, Staff Writer
March 9, 2021
malala

[Photo] March is Women’s History Month

Daissy Pereira, Staff Writer
March 9, 2021
Audrey Hepburn (1929-1993)

[Photo] March is Women’s History Month

Gail Comiskey, Co-Editor
March 8, 2021
Working in a hybrid model presents so many challenges for students. If you're struggling, try some of these helpful tips for success.

[Photo] How to Survive High School (Part I)

Yetunde Olagbegi, Staff Writer
September 25, 2020
Younger generations are moving away from traditional cable tv and toward streaming services that offer a wide selection of television and movies on demand.

[Photo] Why Cable TV is Dying

Yetunde Olagbegi, Staff Writer
September 21, 2020
Dancing with the Stars is back for season 29. Who are you betting on?

[Photo] Early Bets for Dancing with the Stars Season 29

Giovanni Verdi, Staff Writer
September 21, 2020
This photo, from the Florida Institute of Technology represents precisely the balance that people seek when spending time at home. Mental and physical health work synergistically to establish a positive sense of self.

[Photo] Make the Most of Your Time at Home

Giovanni Verdi, Staff Writer
September 21, 2020
Naya Rivera performing at Glee Live! In Concert! .The Glee star passed away on July 8th, 2020 after a boating trip gone awry. She was a hero for fans across the world and continues to inspire people today.

[Photo] Thank You, Naya.

Olivia Thorgersen, Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
The best four shows to binge in between classes: The Umbrella Academy, Lucifer, How I Met Your Mother, and Cobra Kai.

[Photo] Best Shows to Stream Between Hybrid Learning

Olivia Thorgersen, Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
There are so many things to do this Fall (from a distance) that embraces one of the best seasons of the year.

[Photo] Fall Fun is here!

Isabella Wilkens, Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
Caption for image: The picture on the right shown the clouds of phosphine forming in the atmosphere of Venus, while the picture of the left is without the clouds.  

[Photo] Signs of Life on Venus? What We Know So Far

Gail Comiskey, Staff Writer
September 16, 2020
The future of traditional driver's ed. hangs in the balance during the pandemic as students eagerly await their turn to get behind the wheel.

[Photo] Easing Off the Breaks With Drivers’ Ed.

Giovanni Verdi, Staff Writer
September 13, 2020
Much of the panic surrounding this new virus is a lack of knowledge. Stay informed and healthy by keeping up with news and CDC updates regarding any outbreak in your area.

[Photo] The Coronavirus Creates Confusion and Panic

Gail Comiskey, Staff Writer
February 13, 2020
By limiting your purchases of clothing that is considered "fast fashion" you can actually move to improve our environment.

[Photo] Why is “Fast Fashion” So Harmful?

Delaney Reh, Editor in Chief
February 7, 2020
NBA legend, Kobe Bryant, and his 13-year-old daughter were among several victims of a helicopter crash in California on Sunday, January 26, 2020.

[Photo] Mamba Lives On

Michael Adams, Staff Writer
January 27, 2020
The Field Hockey team celebrated senior night this week.

[Photo] Varsity Field Hockey Senior Night

Gail Comiskey, Co-Editor
October 18, 2019
How beneficial is interplanetary colonization? It has been a dream of many with advanced technology to accomplish the task.

[Photo] Should humans colonize other planets?

Sarah Varghese, Assistant Editor
October 8, 2019
In light of the incident involving the UMaine field hockey team, it begs the question: How would you feel if your sport was overshadowed by another?

[Photo] Fireworks Over Field Hockey

Isabella Scuteri, Editor in chief
October 4, 2019
The mysterious Area 51 has been the stuff of legend and its most recent popularity stems from a cult-like movement to "raid" the property in search of alien life.

[Photo] Did They Actually “See Them Aliens”?

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
September 25, 2019
Asteroid OK 2019 was a little too close to Earth this summer giving scientists a scare.

[Photo] The Scare of the Summer

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
September 10, 2019
Winter wonderland, but not quite.

Thank a nurse today!

[Photo] National Nurses’ Day

Andres Rendon, Staff Writer
March 19, 2019
Viral particles assembling around an infected immune cell.

[Photo] A Cure for HIV?

Anson Zhou, Co-Editor
March 6, 2019
Most of us spent our childhood leaving cookies out for Santa as part of our christmas traditions. What do the students of Pat-Med do now to celebrate?

[Photo] PMHS Students Share Their Favorite Holiday Traditions

Pelin Bozok, Staff Writer
December 19, 2018
From top clockwise: Michael Jordan, LeBron James, Muhammed Ali, and Tom Brady.

[Photo] The Mt. Rushmore of Sports

Tony Salamah, Sports Editor
December 19, 2018
Is Black Friday really necessary anymore? Does it display the best humanity has to offer?

[Photo] Black Friday

Jay Ahir, Staff Writer
November 19, 2018
ye album cover art (2018).

[Photo] Kanye West – ye (Album Review)

Nick Lyons, Contributor
June 10, 2018
Deadpool 2 is currently playing in theaters nationwide.

[Photo] Deadpool 2 Review

Quinton Rumpf, Staff Reporter
May 28, 2018
BTS

[Photo] Top of the Charts

Jade Belli, Staff Reporter
May 28, 2018
Luck of the Irish?

[Photo] The Luck of the Irish

Michael Alduino, Editor in chief
May 15, 2018
What don't we know about e-cigarettes?

[Photo] The Rise of the Juul

Nicole Niemiec, Senior Staff Writer
May 2, 2018
NBA playoffs first round is over and they're moving on to round two. Find stats and predictions on the Red & Black!

[Photo] First Round Recap of the NBA Playoffs

Justin Valverde, Staff Reporter & Co-Anchor
May 2, 2018
A Quiet Place was a surprise sleeper hit for movie goers this Spring. Written and directed by John Krasinski, it's been hailed by critics and viewers as a tremendous success.

[Photo] Silence is Survival: A Quiet Place Review

Nicolette Savattere, Staff Reporter
April 20, 2018
Coachella is a music and arts festival.

[Photo] If You’re Reading This Chances Are You Didn’t Go to Coachella

Jade Belli, Staff Reporter
April 20, 2018
Isle of Dogs was released in the US on March 23rd.

[Photo] Isle Of Dogs: The Perfect Movie For Dog Lovers Everywhere

P.J. Osheske, Staff Writer
April 22, 2018
Arming teachers in the classroom has been the topic of a lot of political discussion. Here's one reporter's take on the issue.

[Photo] Should Schools Arm Teachers With Weapons?

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
April 22, 2018
Is there any benefit to cramming for a big test?

[Photo] Cramming: Smart move? or asking for trouble?

Phoebe Lawson, Staff Reporter
April 12, 2018
Who will be named NBA's Rookie of the Year?

[Photo] The 2017-18 NBA Rookie of The Year Is….

Justin Valverde, Staff Reporter & Co-Anchor
April 13, 2018
A representative from the Ethical Choices Program met with Mr. Buccinna's AP Human Geography classes to discuss some of the unethical practices still used in the meat packing industry.

[Photo] An Informative Perspective on the Meat Industry

Danny Gordon, Staff Reporter
April 13, 2018
"Father Knows Best" aired in 1954.

[Photo] Let’s Get Over Ourselves

Taylor Moran, Contributor
March 20, 2018
Miguel & Mama Coco from Disney Pixar's Coco (2017)

[Photo] Alzheimer’s: Heading Towards a Cure

Justin Zhou, Staff Writer
March 20, 2018
Studies have proven time and time again that teens are not getting enough sleep. What causes this common issue for so many of us?

[Photo] Raise Your Hand If You Can’t Sleep

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
March 20, 2018
It's that time of year...let the games begin!

[Photo] Let the Madness Ensue

Tony Salamah, Staff Writer
March 20, 2018
Should the voting age be lowered to 16? Take the poll!

[Photo] Voting: Should the Age be Lowered?

Jade Belli, Staff Writer
March 20, 2018
#OTD: National Panda Day

[Photo] ON THIS DAY: National Panda Day

Julia Keiffert, Staff Reporter
March 15, 2018
Secretary of Education, Betsy Devos, has come under fire yet again after her interview on "60 Minutes" this past Sunday.

[Photo] Why Do People Hate Betsy DeVos?

Justin Zhou, Staff Reporter
March 14, 2018
Murder in the world of haute couture is not common. FX premiere of The Assassination of Gianni Versace takes a dark look into this high profile crime.

[Photo] Studying The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story

Nicole Niemiec, Senior Staff Writer
March 14, 2018
PA voters headed to the booths to cast their votes.

[Photo] BREAKING NEWS (Finally): Lamb vs. Saccone — Election results in PA are in!!

Nicole Niemiec, Senior Staff Writer
March 13, 2018
The Cape Town govt. released this image to help citizen prepare for day zero.

[Photo] Day Zero is Approaching

Delaney Reh, Staff Writer/Field Reporter
March 12, 2018
Can obesity in America be fixed?

[Photo] Is Obesity an Easy Fix?

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
March 5, 2018
Should PMHS have a volleyball team for boys?

[Photo] Should PMHS Add a Male Volleyball Team?

Alex Hamarich, Contributor
March 7, 2018
It's Foreign Language Week!

[Photo] National Foreign Language Week

Nicole Niemiec, Senior Staff Writer
March 7, 2018
“The Greek Freak” Giannis Antetokounmpo, January 15, 2018.

[Photo] And the MVP goes to….

Tony Salamah, Contributor
March 6, 2018
YouTube came under fire recently for its reaction to the controversial content on a popular YouTube's personality page, Logan Paul.

[Photo] Logan Paul and His Path to Failure

Justin Zhou, Staff Writer
March 5, 2018
The Big Bang Theory is just one of many popular sitcoms that still uses a laugh track.

[Photo] Canned Laughter Conspiracy

Quinton Rumpf, Staff Reporter
March 4, 2018
In addition to the letter "N", Animal Farm and 1984 by George Orwell, and images of Winnie the Pooh have recently been censored in China.

[Photo] Chi*a Ba*s the Letter *

Samantha Visco, Business Manager/Public Relations
March 1, 2018
For most of February, America tuned in to see the US compete in the Winter Olympics.

[Photo] The PyeongChang 2018 Olympics

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
March 1, 2018
The great debate: print vs. online publications in high school.

[Photo] Out with the Old and In with the New

Nicole Niemiec, Senior Staff Writer
March 1, 2018
Better school security at the click of a button?

[Photo] Tackling School Dangers, One App At A Time

Justin Zhou, Staff Reporter
February 25, 2018
Candy is one of the top selling products during this time of year.

[Photo] Valentine’s Day: Necessity or Tradition?

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
February 9, 2018
journalism

[Photo] What Direction Will the Future of Journalism Take?

Michael Alduino, Editor in Chief
February 4, 2018
Lady Gaga was just one example of the many female artists snubbed at this year's Grammy Awards.

[Photo] Grammys Recap: The Grammys Have a Gender Issue

Samantha Visco, Business Manager
January 31, 2018
m-theshapeofwater

[Photo] The Shape of Water

Daniel Roeder, Movie Critic
January 18, 2018
Grammy Awards recognize the best in the music industry from the last year.

[Photo] A Preview of the Grammys

Samantha Visco, Business Manager
January 18, 2018
Lorde, performing live in concert.

[Photo] Reviewing 2017: Album of the Year

Samantha Visco, Business Manager/Public Relations
December 29, 2017
Riverdale is on Netflix streaming platform.

[Photo] Reviewing 2017: Television of the Year

Delaney Reh, Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
Are teens experiencing an abnormally high level of stress in today's world?

[Photo] How Much Stress Are We Really Experiencing?

Chloe Lesson, Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
The city of Jerusalem, now recognized as the capital of Israel by the United States.

[Photo] The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Justin Zhou, Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
Although it will take several months before it's in effect, Net Neutrality was repealed by the FCC in a 3-2 vote.

[Photo] Decision: Net Neutrality

Quinton Rumpf, Staff Reporter
December 15, 2017
Labeled for reuse courtesy of ABC

[Photo] Don’t let Diabetes Dia-beat you:

Michael Alduino, Editor in Chief
December 13, 2017
Pixar's newest feature, Coco, premiered this past holiday weekend.

Belmont Race Park grandstands.

[Photo] A Move Back Home?

Travis Visco, Contributor
October 9, 2017
Reboot of Blade Runner welcomes back stars from the original like Harrison Ford (2017).

[Photo] Review: Blade Runner 2049

Daniel Roeder, Movie Critic
October 9, 2017
A monument of the Christopher Columbus, in a section of NYC named for the name, Columbus Circle.

[Photo] Columbus Day: A Day for Celebration or One to Forget?

Amanda Coccia, Staff Writer
October 9, 2017
A flag is unfurled on an NFL field before start of play.

[Photo] #TakeaKnee or #TakeaStand

Michael Alduino, Editor in Chief
September 26, 2017
The Anxiety Toolkit by Alice Boyes.

[Photo] “The Anxiety Toolkit” and You

Michael Alduino, Editor in Chief
September 20, 2017
Finding the time, place, and perfect way to study is difficult for students. Read more to find out what you can do to avoid "burning out."

[Photo] How to Avoid October Burnout: Tips on Studying

September 2, 2017
Lee Circle, New Orleans was at the center of criticism after removing the monument to Confederate General Robert E. Lee.

[Photo] The Removal of Confederate Monuments: A National Argument

Nicole Niemiec, Contributor
June 1, 2017
Portrait of President Donald J. Trump, 45th President of the United States.

[Photo] Will President Trump Be Impeached?

Justin Zhou, Contributor
June 1, 2017
Album cover for Gorillaz "Plastic Beach"

[Photo] “Plastic Beach” Shines in 2010

Christian Silva, Staff Writer
May 23, 2017
Kayne West, 2010

[Photo] No Contest: Kayne West Regins Supreme in 2010

Samantha Visco, Staff Writer
May 23, 2017
NYC Pride Parade

[Photo] What is the Future of LGBTQ+ Rights?

Brianna Coccia, Contributor
May 22, 2017
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