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Drive-ins Decline Across the US

October 16, 2011  

By Allie Griffith In the 50s and 60s, a drive-in the- ater was a popular venue to watch a movie on the big screen, grab a burger or enjoy a date night. With over 4,000 drive-in theaters dotting the na- tion,    these    enter tainment    enterprises became an American classic. In recent years,... 

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Homecoming transforms the castle into an inferno overnight

Homecoming transforms the castle into an inferno overnight

March 21, 2011 • Ben Edwards, Photo Editor  

Once upon a time, knights swore oaths of chivalry. At Hoban, we pride ourselves on upholding similar values of conduct and behavior. We have shown a great deal of class during this fall sports season, and I am incredibly proud to be a part of a school community that conducts itself in such a positive... 

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Troubadours prepare for murder mystery comedy and fall play

Troubadours prepare for murder mystery comedy and fall play

October 12, 2010 • Lindsay Huth, Features Editor  

Was it the Troubadours in the Holy Cross Room with the murder mystery comedy? On October 2, the answer will be yes. Starting with dinner at 6:30 P.M., the 7:00 P.M. performance of Polter-heist, written by Tony Schwartz and Marylou Ambrose, will entertain an audience of parents, teachers and friends. The... 

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Les Misérables proves to be anything but miserable

Les Misérables proves to be anything but miserable

May 17, 2010 • Marie Hofer  

“Master of the house, doling out the charm ready with a handshake and an open palm.” A line from Master of the House, a song which captivated Les Mis’ audiences while charming them with the wit and passionate talent of the cast and crew. Every year in the spring the theater department puts... 

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iPad, iTunes, iFail

April 23, 2010 • Carmine Sberna  

According to many new iPad users, the newest addition to Apple’s line has fallen short due to problems with internet connectivity. The Apple iPad is the latest in tablet technology. The 9.7 inch diagonally measured screen weighs about 1.5 pounds and does everything an iPod does and more. With the... 

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Spring Fever

April 22, 2010  

It’s spring break – time to break out the board shorts, sweet shades and flippy floppies from the closet and put away the winter wardrobes. This mere week off of school is held to the highest degree of school recess by students of all ages due to the magnificent weather, which is a refreshing... 

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The Last Song falls short but stills tugs at viewer’s heartstrings

The Last Song falls short but stills tugs at viewer’s heartstrings

April 22, 2010 • Danielle Hale and Marie Hofer  

Life, he realized, was much like a song. In the beginning there is mystery, in the end there is confirmation but it’s in the middle where all the emotion resides to make the whole thing worthwhile.” It is nothing new to hear “the movie was not as good as the book”. When a book becomes a movie,... 

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Xbox 360 and PS3 battle for title of teens’ favorite gaming console

Xbox 360 and PS3 battle for title of teens’ favorite gaming console

March 29, 2010 • Peter DelMedico and Ben Edwards  

It’s 3:47 P.M., and students are just getting home from school, and want nothing more than to escape the everyday and enter a land where anything is possible. If you’re male and attend Hoban, chances are you have a video game console. You may still be playing your older brother’s Sega... 

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Five enjoyable local activities unveiled in balmy spring climate

March 29, 2010 • Jules Libertin  

After months of cold and bitter weather the snow has finally melted away and the sun has come out— spring is here at last. With the weather warming we find ourselves anxious and eager to get outside and enjoy the spring season. Here are the top five spring activities: Little Italy in Cleveland Only... 

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Cleveland’s Rock and Roll Hall inducts ABBA, Genesis and more

Cleveland’s Rock and Roll Hall inducts ABBA, Genesis and more

March 29, 2010 • Johanna Breiding  

Cleveland are you ready to rock? Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s newest inductees: Jimmy Cliff, ABBA, Genesis, The Hollies and the Stooges took their place next to rock legends Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, Buddy Holly and many more iconic faces of modern music. Since 1986, potential inductees have been decided... 

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