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‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Broadway plays
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Broadway plays
Paraeducator Kathleen Brand-White takes a call in the health office at NC on Nov. 19
Paraeducator obtains Vita Plena Award
Richard's parents and close family friends the Bank's family (courtesy of Brian Richards)
Love Like Sean keeps mission flourishing
LION students pose with adviser at NSPA convention in Philadelphia (courtesy of Scales)
LION, Tabulae attend convention in Philadelphia
NHS food drive returns
Paraeducator Kathleen Brand-White takes a call in the health office at NC on Nov. 19
Paraeducator obtains Vita Plena Award
Richard's parents and close family friends the Bank's family (courtesy of Brian Richards)
Love Like Sean keeps mission flourishing
LION students pose with adviser at NSPA convention in Philadelphia (courtesy of Scales)
LION, Tabulae attend convention in Philadelphia
NHS food drive returns
Teacher wins $100,000 in contest
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Broadway plays
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Broadway plays
PCP: Post or pre winter break finals?
This generation’s ‘Car-guy’ dilemma
College sports over pro sports
Staff Editorial: Phone and tardy policy should be removed
Nora Ezike '25 prepares to shoot a free throw in game against Benet Academy on Nov. 19 (D'Antonio/LION)
Athlete of the Issue: Nora Ezike ’25
Forward Gavin Carolan ‘25 skies up for a rebound while doing drills during Dec. 3 practice (Schmidt/LION).
Boys basketball tips off season
Boys wrestling team begins practice with drills (photo courtesy of Brooke Stacks).
Wrestling looks forward to a successful season
(Left to Right) Brady Rusk ‘26 and Colin Dunneback ‘25 share an emotional embrace after losing quarterfinal game on Nov. 15 against Naperville Central
Football season ends in quarterfinal
Boys golf team is shown at the Fox Run Golf Course after winning the regional championship (photo courtesy John Grundke).
Boys golf team reflects on strong season
Movie poster for "wicked," now out in theaters.
Fans praise ‘Wicked’ adaptation
Croissant display at Bellbird Bakeshop in LaGrange (Walsh/LION).
New bakery opens in La Grange
Music is beneficial to student getting work done
How artists receive their ‘claim to fame’
Harris enters presidential race
Caroline Mortonson ‘25 and Nora Ezike ‘25 pose as Mortonson signs to Miami of Ohio soccer (Forebaugh/LION).
Signing Day Photo Gallery, Fall 2024
Winter Starbucks Review
Winter Starbucks Review
Valentine's Day desserts
Valentine’s Day desserts
LION Unsolved: The Backstory of LION Unsolved
LION Unsolved: The Backstory of LION Unsolved
LION Unsolved: The Familial Homicide of the Hendricks
LION Unsolved: The Familial Homicide of the Hendricks
Paraeducator Kathleen Brand-White takes a call in the health office at NC on Nov. 19
Paraeducator obtains Vita Plena Award
Movie poster for "wicked," now out in theaters.
Fans praise ‘Wicked’ adaptation
Croissant display at Bellbird Bakeshop in LaGrange (Walsh/LION).
New bakery opens in La Grange
Music is beneficial to student getting work done
How artists receive their ‘claim to fame’
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Broadway plays
‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’ Broadway plays
Alphen goes up in a layup to score
Special Olympics basketball is back
Chef students prepare to serve a Thanksgiving meal to senior citizens of the community on Nov. 22 at North Campus (photo courtesy of Randy Antlept).
Students host senior citizens for Thanksgiving
Winter Starbucks Review
Winter Starbucks Review
School hosts debate tournament
Film poster of "Carrie" (1976)
A Review of Carrie (1976)
Poster for 'Evil Dead Rise' (2023) (photo courtesy of IMDB).
A History and Review of Evil Dead Rise (2023)
Movie poster for '[Rec]" (2007).
Rec (2007)
Poster for 'Suspiria' (1977) (photo courtesy of IMDB).
A Review of Suspiria (1977)
A Background and Review of ‘Scream VI’ (2023)
Renovaciones previstas por 30 millones de dólares para modernizar los campus
Celebrando el Día del Bastón Blanco
Spanish language version: Administración implementa nuevas regulaciones escolares
The voice of Lyons Township students for more than 100 years

LION Newspaper
The voice of Lyons Township students for more than 100 years

LION Newspaper
Jeanne Mardegan

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Web Editor

My red flags: fan of “The Smiths,” Amy March apologist, Twilight enthusiast

All content by Jeanne Mardegan
Alyssa Iovinelli’s drawing titled ‘All Tuckered Out,’ as shown in the 2023 Spring Art Show at SC (photo courtesy of Alyssa Iovinelli).

Spring Art Show paints SC with color

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Website Editor
May 22, 2023

Amazon? More like Scamazon

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Web Editor
May 16, 2023
Maddox McDonald stands alongside the ‘Stood Up’ cast and crew at the Tivoli Theatre during the Student Silent Film Festival (photo courtesy of McDonald).

Junior ‘Stood Up’ for win

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Web Editor
March 22, 2023
Ingrid Berg '23 poses with "target," Phoebe Lettiere '23 after eliminating her from the game (photo courtesy of @lths.assassin2023).

Binkies, blasters, betrayal

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Website Editor
March 20, 2023
Stephen Sanchez dances on stage on Feb. 25 at a sold-out concert at Lincoln Hall (Mardegan/LION).

Stephen Sanchez: Live

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Web Editor
March 7, 2023
Steven Chen ‘25 prepares to score for the Blue team in the NC fieldhouse at the Pack the Place Game on Jan 20. (Mardegan/LION)

Special Olympics ‘Pack the Place’ returns

Jeanne Mardegan and Catherine Crousore
February 15, 2023

Schedule Changes: Why can’t I switch?

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Website Editor
February 14, 2023
LION Unsolved: The Backstory of LION Unsolved

LION Unsolved: The Backstory of LION Unsolved

Maddie Gee and Jeanne Mardegan
February 1, 2023
Noah Stanukinas '23 rests to journal at the top of the last mountain ridge climbed (photo courtesy of Stanukinas)

Senior explores Western mountain range for 30 days

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor
December 12, 2022
Vita Plena Award recipient Mary Alice Gamble poses outside of the NC office in room 110, the Curriculum and Instruction office (Mardegan/LION).

Administrative Assistant recognized

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Web Editor
November 10, 2022
A display of banned books as spotlighted in the NC library for students, featuring titles such as Anne Frank’s “The Diary of a Young Girl” and Mariko Tamaki’s “This One Summer.” (Mardegan/LION)

Book banning increases in Illinois

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor
November 7, 2022
LION Unsolved: The Familial Homicide of the Hendricks

LION Unsolved: The Familial Homicide of the Hendricks

Jeanne Mardegan and Maddie Gee
October 31, 2022
Conan Gray performing "Astronomy" at Sept. 28 show in Chicago (Mardegan/LION).

Conan Gray takes on Chicago

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Website Editor
October 6, 2022
Cody Dailey poses against the college flag wall in the College/Career Center, where he has taken over the position of the College Coordinator (Mardegan/LION).

LT hires new advisor for college, career

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Website Editor
September 20, 2022

Admin alters grading policy

Jeanne Mardegan, News Editor, Website Editor
September 20, 2022
PART 3: The Unknown Murder of Alan Fredian

PART 3: The Unknown Murder of Alan Fredian

Maddie Gee and Jeanne Mardegan
June 27, 2022
PSI members at SC sell Ukraine T-shirts for $20 each during lunch periods (photo courtesy of Penelope Cornell).

Service clubs organize donations, fundraisers to benefit Ukraine

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
May 17, 2022
PART 2: The Unknown Murder of Alan Fredian

PART 2: The Unknown Murder of Alan Fredian

Jeanne Mardegan and Maddie Gee
April 29, 2022
Logo for the new Boys II Men club (photo courtesy of Mathis).

Assistant Principal creates brotherhood at LT

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
March 24, 2022
Photo gallery set up by NC librarians in order to honor Black History Month (Morales/LION).

School honors, celebrates American Black History Month in February

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
February 17, 2022
Madison Kraus ‘22 outside of Orchestra Hall on Michigan Avenue in Chicago, where CYSO performs. (photo courtesy of Kraus)

Senior plays in Youth Symphony Orchestra

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
February 17, 2022
LION Unsolved: The Unknown Murder of LT's Alan Fredian

LION Unsolved: The Unknown Murder of LT’s Alan Fredian

Maddie Gee and Jeanne Mardegan
February 1, 2022
Emilija Risteska '22 models the June necklace, a design sold by Jaded Jewelry (photo courtesy of Malik).

Students create Jaded Jewelry

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
December 22, 2021
LION Unsolved: The Criminal Minds of Leopold and Loeb

LION Unsolved: The Criminal Minds of Leopold and Loeb

Maddie Gee and Jeanne Mardegan
December 6, 2021
Exterior of the La Grange Theatre (located on La grange Road) featuring various media items in mid-October of this year (Mardegan/LION).

La Grange Theatre takes part in deal with Classic Cinemas to remain open after closure

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
November 11, 2021
Coach Emilee Ledonne directs team (Mardegan/LION).

Ultimate Frisbee club retains popularity at LT

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
November 11, 2021
LION Unsolved: The Haunting of the Hull House

LION Unsolved: The Haunting of the Hull House

Maddie Gee and Jeanne Mardegan
November 2, 2021
Band members pose before their march at La Grange Pet Parade (Mahaney/LION).

Marching band returns to La Grange Pet Parade with popular Motown

Jeanne Mardegan, Reporter
October 7, 2021

LT prepares for annual Donna Mavros Festival

Jeanne Mardegan, Freelance writer
March 5, 2020
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