Review: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
July 26, 2007 • Andrew Polonsky ('08)/ Eastside Editor-in-Chief
Despite the surrounding hype of the latest Harry Potter movie, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, the fifth in the seven-part saga, the movie fails to meet the high expectations fans have come to expect from the book-to-movie series. The film is, however, good – director David Yates does have... Read more »
Abstract Art
July 23, 2007 • Craig Malamut ('08)/ Eastside Art Director
JCC undergoes extreme makeover
July 19, 2007 • Shannon O’Reilly ('08)/ Eastside Community Editor
Fully immersed in summer, there is no better time to work on summer tans and personal fitness. Many East students depend on the Jewish Community Center, commonly called the JCC, year round for its gym facilities. Yet, with the abundance of members, the JCC experienced issues involving size and space. Fortunately,... Read more »
Class ranking paints a misleading picture
July 19, 2007 • Karly Bader ('08)/ Eastside Opinions Editor
This year I will join my fellow seniors in the frantic and nerve-racking task of applying to the colleges and universities of my choice. When I send in my formal application, the admissions officers will consider many factors in deciding whether or not to grant me entrance into their school: SAT I and... Read more »
Spellcheck
July 19, 2007 • Nicolle Rochino ('10)/ Eastside Assistant Comics Editor
George Dubya’s Civil War Exam
July 19, 2007 • Craig Malamut ('08)/ Eastside Art Director
Summer camps provide welcome escape
July 19, 2007 • Mandy Frantz (‘10)/ Eastside Community Editor
School’s out for the summer. Throughout the year, those five words become every student’s dream. They will constantly think about what activities they will participate in or just the fun times they are going to have during the summer, when they should really be concentrating on their seemingly never-ending... Read more »
Doctors suspected in Scotland bombings
July 19, 2007 • Scott Kessler ('09)/ Eastside World Issues Editor
Another explosion was nearly witnessed in Scotland only a day after London found itself in the same ordeal. A Jeep Cherokee was driven through panes of glass at a Scottish airport, nearly hitting those checking in for their flights. One of the men who were in the vehicle is reported to have lit himself... Read more »
School mandates backpacks to fight scoliosis
July 19, 2007 • Kim Kline ('09)/ Eastside Humor Editor
Starting this September, East will be implementing a new policy requiring all students to carry backpacks. Due to the increased usage of tote bags and messenger bags, there has been a dramatic increase in scoliosis cases among students, which has aroused concern among parents and faculty members who... Read more »
Television sizzles with new summer shows
July 19, 2007 • Jon Baeckstrom ('08)/ Eastside Entertainment Editor
Even though the biggest shows in the reality competition genre, such as “American Idol” and “Dancing with the Stars,” air during the prime months of the year, the normally slow television months of the summer are quickly filling up with plenty of similar programs. After a number... Read more »
Small bug, huge threat
July 17, 2007 • Brooke Weiss ('10)/ Eastside News/Features Editor
Image courtesy of Michigannature.org During the summer when the trees are covered in leaves, it seems that only the following season will endanger the trees. However, this is not the case. During late spring and early summer, starting around mid-May, gypsy moths hatch from their eggs and devour millions... Read more »
“Dancing with the Czars” in the works
July 8, 2007 • Rob Incollingo ('10)/ Eastside Humor Editor
The ABC network has recently unveiled plans for a new show, “Dancing with the Czars,” to be aired in October. The show is to be a spin-off of the network’s earlier success, “Dancing with the Stars.” “With the popularity of ‘Dancing with the Stars,’” said... Read more »
Two Cents Plain perfect for cooling down
July 7, 2007 • Sharon Shapiro ('09)/ Eastside Managing Editor
With an abundance of free time during the summer, many East students tend to spend time down the shore. Located on Ventnor Avenue in Margate, New Jersey, Two Cents Plain Ice Cream Parlor offers a variety of ice cream flavors perfect for cooling off after a long day under the sun. Two Cents Plain has... Read more »
Mikado offers sensational dining experience
July 7, 2007 • Sharon Shapiro ('09)/ Eastside Managing Editor
Whether down on the shore for the summer or home in Cherry Hill, Mikado Japanese Cuisine will offer a delicious and fun-filled evening. With three easily accessible locations in New Jersey at Margate on Ventnor Avenue, Moorestown on Lenola Road and Cherry Hill on Route 70, one can not afford to miss... Read more »
Our Language
July 6, 2007 • Nicolle Rochino ('10)/ Eastside Assistant Comics Editor
