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Cry of the Hawk

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The Harford Classic Band competition took place at Bel Air High School with both the band and color guard in attendance. The marching band will continue to perform throughout the school year.
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Marching band prevails over rivals;
Lily Corcoran, Copy Editor • October 17, 2024

The Harford Classic Marching Band competition took place at Bel Air High School on October 5 - a competition that included eleven schools from across the entire state. North Harford’s Marching Hawks took first among these schools with a score of 79.3,...

Gracie Abrams released second studio album; The Secret of Us Tour, deluxe album, fans reactions
Gracie Abrams released second studio album; The Secret of Us Tour, deluxe album, fans reactions
Lexi Gott, News Editor • October 24, 2024

After finishing off her opening set on The Eras Tour, singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams released her second studio album, The Secret of Us. The...

The newly added full-size airplane and part of the new entrance was added for Field of Screams.
Field of Screams has been open since 1993, with their first attraction being the Haunted Hayride.
Field of Screams adding, revamping;
Kendall Walter, Sports Editor • October 16, 2024

Field of Screams is starting its 2024 season with new updates to its attractions and surrounding area, welcoming a new 90-foot crashed airplane...

This was Welzant’s second concert of Charli XCX’s.  She hopes to go to another concert of hers in the future, according to the senior.
BRAT SUMMER is saying goodbye to clean girls
Kendall Walter, Sports Editor • October 16, 2024

 “BRAT SUMMER” is a phrase people cannot escape, even as fall has dawned upon us; many Charli XCX fans are continuing the album's mainstream...

Changes in face of tragedy; Bags get booted from hallways
Katie Vanarsdale, SSC Editor • October 24, 2024

 We’ve all heard of the tragedy at Joppatowne high school. We’ve all heard the changes that are being implemented in the wake of this tragedy....

From left to right: President Madyson Pullen-Staiger, vice president Lola Steele, and secretary Brianna Billings. To get updates about the Varsity Club, go follow their Instagram at @nhvarsityclub.
Varsity Club is back in action; Plans for becoming community oriented
Riley Herold, Entertainment Editor • October 24, 2024

     Seniors Madyson Pullen-Staiger, Lola Steele, and Brianna Billings have taken over the varsity club for the 2024-2025 school year. This...

Social Studies department gains new member;
Social Studies department gains new member;
Riley Herold, Entertainment Editor • October 24, 2024

North Harford’s social studies department welcomed a new teacher from Cecil County, Mr. Jackson Hart, to The Nest this year. This is Hart’s...

Freshmen Breaking out of shells
STELLA MANNS, Sports Editor • September 28, 2023

Secretaries try for Family Friendly School Award
KENDALL WALTER, Reporter • September 26, 2023

   The North Harford secretaries recently shared they collectively have a goal that they want to achieve, the Family Friendly School Award. (1)...

Dangers of fake tanning;
Adriana Ebberts, Reporter • October 16, 2024

Tanning, whether achieved through natural sunlight or artificial methods like tanning beds and sprays, has become a popular trend for those seeking...

Drug shortages reach new peak,
Isabel Kropkowski, Features Editor • May 21, 2024

    Drug shortage numbers have hit a record high in the first quarter of 2024. This year has had the highest shortages since drug availability...

The solar eclipse on April 8 was visible all over the United States. People all over watched the total solar eclipse throughout the day.
Solar eclipse passes over United States;
Isabel Kropkowski, Features Editor • April 23, 2024

 On April 8,  the United States was hit with a solar eclipse, caused by the moon covering up the sun.        It has been seven years...