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Can’t look away. A school assembly catches the attention of students, while relaying an anti-bullying message. Students were encouraged to “Stand up, stand out.”

Stand up, stand out

Kathryn Murchison, Staff Writer
December 3, 2023
Kason Bua ’26 knocks down a three on Saturday, November 25 against the Fort Kent Warriors. The Wildcats went 1-2 in the tip off tournament, their only win to Fort Kent and two losses to Brewer and NYA. “Getting my first minutes gave me a good idea of how the competition will be over the next few years,” Bua said.

20 years of the Tip-Off

Lane Carmichael, Co-Editor in Chief
November 29, 2023
My sketch recreation of a still from “Priscilla” with the film ticket from AMC.

Still, Wife to The King; “Priscilla” Film Review

Xavier Peng, Co-Editor-In-Chief
November 20, 2023
Xavier Peng 24 gives a preview of just a few available items in the Wildcat Thrift Shop.

OOTW Wildcat Thrift Shop Edition

Xavier Peng, Co-Editor-In-Chief
November 20, 2023
Astra Laughton ‘26 and Mrs. Whitten-Smith put ornaments on the tree in the lobby during period 7.

Holiday season is happening

Xavier Peng, Co-Editor-In-Chief
November 18, 2023
Pose for the picture. Mia Arcott ’26 was full of smiles as she traveled the halls during the November 15 dress up day. “I had to take my grandpas flannel because I don’t even have one,” Arcott said.

Flannels forever

Melodi Craig, Staff writer
November 17, 2023
A “capitol” experience. The PIHS Youth in Government delegation has a moment to enjoy being in the presence of the Maine State House. This was the 80th annual Youth in Government weekend in Augusta. “It wasn’t all what I expected,” Emerson Miller ’26 said. “It wasn’t as serious as I assumed, because there were some funny bills that made it a good time.”

Youth in Government 2023

Lane Carmichael, Co-Editor in Chief
November 17, 2023
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Ever seen a plaid Wildcat?

Kathryn Murchison, Staff Writer
November 16, 2023
Jingle bells ring early. PlHS students are split between decorating for Christmas early or late. Do you think it’s best to decorate for holidays as they come, or jump ahead to another?

Is there such a thing as “too early”

Kathryn Murchison, Staff Writer
November 16, 2023
Students decorated a bulletin board in sophomore hallway with athletes from the varsity girls soccer team for earning the title of Athlete of the Week. Jayden Harvell, Reese McPherson, Cassidy Carlisle, Lucy Cheney, Marion Young and Jorja Maynard get special recognition for their commitment to the defense on their team.

Varsity Club aims to give back to the community

Maddy Brazier, Staff writer
November 13, 2023
Neve O’Donnell ‘27 enjoying the paper Peep she made in honor of her favorite Peeps, Party Cake.

Top 5 Peeps Flavors

Sophia Archer, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023
FFA in the fields. FFA members from Mars Hill and Presque Isle pose in a corn field in Indiana at the National FFA convention. This was the 96th national FFA convention and expo.

Outstanding in their field

Lane Carmichael, Co-Editor in Chief
November 8, 2023
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