by Faith Speece Philadelphia is attempting to open the United States’ first Safe Injection Facilities (SIFs) in an effort to combat America’s current opioid epidemic. In 2016 alone, Philadelphia had 907 deaths due to drug overdoses. The center would offer sterile needles, overdose reversing dru … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2018
Michigan State experiences backlash
February 9, 2018 by
by Abbey Probert Michigan State University is facing serious backlash over a criminal case involving one of their own. In December of 2017, former doctor of Michigan State, Larry Nassar, pleaded guilty to child pornography charges in which he received a 60 year sentence. Nassar, is also the … [Read more...]
Women (and men) march for equality
February 8, 2018 by
by Madeline Abel On January 20, thousands of men and women rallied to support women's rights in hundreds of cities around the country. Last year's protest was the first of its kind after the inauguration of president Donald Trump, and the tradition continued this year due to the comments that … [Read more...]
Together they stand: the Green Club
February 6, 2018 by
by Katie Garcia-Alcala The Green Club and its members use materials such as straws, to plastic bottles and the bottle caps, to paper towel tubes. Members of the green club also have the chance to enter a competition which will give them the opportunity to win win money and express themselves. … [Read more...]
Volunteer opportunities in York
February 5, 2018 by
by Cecilia Lantz Although many students lead busy lives between after-school jobs and sports practices, finding ways to give back to the community can be challenging. There are a variety of opportunities for students to get involved in York such as making donations or volunteering. While a … [Read more...]
Italian Cosmetics Company Faces Backlash over Racist Product Name
February 5, 2018 by
by Imani Carroll An Italian cosmetics company is in deep trouble for the racist name of their nail polish called “Thick as a N*gga”. Consumers are outraged and call for an apology and a removal of the polish. According to “This Nail Polish Brand Is Under Fire for Its Racist Shade Name” by Dani … [Read more...]
Is Our Society Becoming Too Sensitive?
February 5, 2018 by
by Will McGowan As a part of “Generation Z,” it is understandable why our generation has been labeled as the most sensitive towards disagreements. However, it’s not fair to label one specific generation as sensitive; our entire society now fits these negative descriptions. In fact, it’s fair to … [Read more...]
YS Welcomes the Theater Honor Society
February 5, 2018 by
by Vienna Zerbe The YS theater program is getting a facelift this year. The program will now take a transition from club to honor society. The theater inductions will be happening this month. Theatre program director Shannon Metzler is preparing the induction. As this is the first year. … [Read more...]