Posts tagged: Oceana O’Boyle
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
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
Teamwork is Rewarding
By Oceana O’Boyle Teamwork is a lot like life. You have to be able to work with people, support others when they fail, and be a good sport whether you win or lose. In swimming, I have learned these lessons by being on a relay team.... Read More
Gino Capone’s Sports Legacy Continues
The 10th annual Gino Capone Wrestling Tournament was held at Mahanoy Area High School in February. Capone’s daughter, Monica, pictured above, attended with her family. For many years, Gino Capone, a 1943 graduate of what was then Mahanoy City High School, provided his services as a sports trainer at Mahanoy... Read More
Ankle Injury ‘Casts’ a Shadow
By Oceana O’Boyle On September 13th, I fractured my ankle playing in a seventh and eighth grade basketball game. This was my third game of the season. It was a home game, and I was super pumped. I was so upset when I couldn’t play. I... Read More
Anthrasights Autumn Memories
Fall was a busy and scenic season. Coal Cracker journalists were in the field photographing some of the people and places that made autumn memories in and around the Anthracite Region. Pictured above, courtesy of Kaylee Lindenmuth, the Washington Hook and Ladder Fire Company in Mahanoy City reopened in October... Read More
Take a Spin to Wheel
By Oceana O’Boyle and Emma Shaller POTTSVILLE–Wheel, a restaurant located at 201 West Market Street, is a grilled cheese lover’s dream. The menu consists of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, as well as mac-n-cheese, fries, desserts, and other tasty items. One original thing about this restaurant is... Read More
Drug Awareness Essay
By Oceana O’Boyle COAL REGION–Coal Cracker reporter Oceana O’Boyle wrote this essay on drug awareness for a contest sponsored by the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. This year’s theme was “Just Say No,” and was open to students in grades 6, 7 and 8. Oceana... Read More
Anthrasights: Snapshots from Around the Region
COAL REGION–Coal Cracker reporters were roving the region, and beyond, this spring, capturing special moments and events. Enjoy these glimpses of life in and around the Anthracite Region. Above, a photo by David Lindenmuth of an empty center court at the Schuylkill Mall, in Frackville, decorated for Easter, on April... Read More
Taking the OMG and SMH out of Social Media
By Oceana O’Boyle Kids these days have a lot of new technology. Our kids at Coal Cracker youth-led news decided to keep everyone updated on the social media of today. We mainly use phones or social media for contacting friends and family or playing games. Games... Read More