Posts tagged: Coal Region
Conspiracy Theories
By Kassidy Ravina Have you heard of conspiracy theories? They’ve become popular in our culture recently. The definition is, according to Wikipedia, “an explanation of an event or situation that invokes an unwarranted conspiracy, generally one involving an illegal or harmful act carried out by government... Read More
The History of Halloween
By Sara Dimmick Halloween is celebrated October 31, and is well-known all over the world. While people may do it in different ways, many, no matter their age, celebrate this holiday. When you hear “Halloween,” what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? I know... Read More
The Power of Drumming
By Kassidy Ravina Joe Ciarvella, a Mahanoy City native, is in the business of teaching people to connect, heal, learn, and celebrate by drumming. I got an overly fantastic opportunity to ask him about some of his work. Ciarvella currently lives in Pottsville but spends his... Read More
Across the Generations
By Oceana O’Boyle Interview in Honor of 90 Years My grandma Irene Capone was born on August 9, 1928. She turned 90 this year and we held a surprise birthday party for her. She was so shocked. She has lived in town her whole life, and... Read More
Terrifying Top 10
By Joei Shaller Happy Halloween ghouls and goblins! The best time of the year is rolling around and there is nothing better than a good scary movie on such spooky nights. If you’re a horror movie lover as much as I am you’ll enjoy this list... Read More
College on the Horizon
By Meredith Rhoades Big Dreams, Big Decisions “So, what are your plans after high school?” “Are you planning to get a job?” “Are you going to school?” These seem to be the only things people want to ask kids my age lately. It seems fitting, though,... Read More
New Borough Manager in Mahanoy City
By Myla Wall I interviewed the new Mahanoy City Borough Manager, Cindy Soley, about her job. She said she thinks it’s great that young people are learning and experiencing careers in journalism through Coal Cracker, especially during a time when journalists seem to be getting attacked... Read More
Flying with Mark Bullet Wartman
By Joei Shaller “Where words fail, music speaks,” wrote Hans Christian Andersen. Music and songwriting are outlets. Some of us dream about being famous musicians, but believe it’ll never happen. But what if it really is possible? Mark “Bullet” Wartman had the same dream and is now fulfilling it. He... Read More
Ice Cream! Top 5 Summer Stops
By Kassidy Ravina Looking for a great place to sit and enjoy some ice cream in the heat of summer with friends or family? Try these Top 5 Stops! 1. Heisler’s – Tamaqua, PA A fantastic place to sit and relax after a nice game of mini golf, with... Read More
Summer Fashion Trends
By Myla Wall Hey girls! Do you want to look “on fleek” this summer? Here are some fashion trends that you can rock in the warmer months. Crop Tops (appropriate length of course!) Floral dresses or shirts Cold shoulder tops Get yourself a pair of Crocs Ripped jeans Share... Read More