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No Tricks, Just Treats

No Tricks, Just Treats

Emmaleigh Dorau, Editor October 30, 2024

As October has fallen over the city of Erie, many kids and teenagers are becoming excited to dress up with their friends and go trick or treating. Though various candy brands create limited edition treats...

The Reality of Sports Injuries

The Reality of Sports Injuries

June 3, 2024

In the world of competitive sports, the spotlight often shines on the physical skills of student athletes – their speed, agility and strength captivating audiences. Yet, behind the roar of the crowd...

Beyond the Puck

Beyond the Puck

March 3, 2024
Join Eric McMahon as he showcases what makes Varsity Trojans Hockey possible every gameday.
Fashion Bounces Back

Fashion Bounces Back

January 25, 2024
From 1960s bell bottoms to parachute pants of the ‘80s, it seems as though past fashion trends are always finding  their way back into our closets and it’s no different this season.
Dressing Down is Trending Up: Casual dress is becoming a more common code in the halls of McDowell

Dressing Down is Trending Up: Casual dress is becoming a more common code in the halls of McDowell

January 17, 2024
Teenagers love pajama day because it means they can just roll out of bed instead of changing into regular clothes, but over the last couple of years, it seems teens have started making “PJ Day” a daily routine. 
Senior Attacks Polo Scoring Record

Senior Attacks Polo Scoring Record

January 16, 2024
While making even one goal in water polo would be very difficult, one senior at McDowell High School has made 243 of them in her high school water polo career.
Boxes Full of Memories: Memory box provides simple spot for life's special moments

Boxes Full of Memories: Memory box provides simple spot for life’s special moments

January 16, 2024
Whether you want physical proof of your growth or just a collection of things for you to reminisce about in the future, doing this will no doubt be beneficial for you.
Volunteers Key to 'Hoppy' Rabbit Rescues

Volunteers Key to ‘Hoppy’ Rabbit Rescues

January 16, 2024
“It takes a tribe of volunteers to take care of everyone. Recusing, feeding, fostering, cleaning cages, transporting and caring for medical care. So many ways to help,” states Stephanie Bero, an E.A.R.S. volunteer. 
Seasonal Sips Showdown: Corporate vs. Local

Seasonal Sips Showdown: Corporate vs. Local

January 7, 2024
With seasonal drinks returning every year, it may be hard to find the perfect flavor or even harder to find the coffee shop that makes them the coffee delights perfectly. Of course there are big chain coffee shops that are prevalent everywhere you go, but what about the smaller coffee shops? 
Unhappy Holidays: Not everyone feels joy during this season of cheer

Unhappy Holidays: Not everyone feels joy during this season of cheer

January 4, 2024
With all of the holiday cheer around you, you would think it would be infectious. But, there’s an ominous, invisible weight bringing you down. Other’s eyes can’t see it, but everything inside you can feel it, and it is unable to shake.  If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. 
The Key to Being the Perfect Wrestling Fan

The Key to Being the Perfect Wrestling Fan

January 4, 2024
In the maze of arm drags, shrugs and snaps, wrestling is a sport of intricate narratives and athletic skillfulness. As confusion often obscures curiosity for many, this sideline guide will help you become a wrestling fan this season. To be a fan is to understand, and within the heart of the mat, lies a compelling world waiting to be decoded. 
Spotify Wrapped: Unwrapped

Spotify Wrapped: Unwrapped

January 4, 2024
While most people post their Spotify Wrapped on social media, the staff of The Trojan Voice thought it would be fun to share some of our Wrapped Lists with you.
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