Students row at Midwest Regionals
Peter Hughes, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 31, 2018
Many students row with the Chicago Rowing Foundation and competed at Midwest Regionals this past weekend. Despite some controversial calls from event organizers and turbulent weather, the team performed well and is looking forward to Regionals next year, where they may qualify for nationals in...
Summer jobs for students
Peter Hughes, Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief, and Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief
May 16, 2018
Many students have already found summer jobs, but for those who have not found one, there are a few good money making options for this summer. Caddying is a well-paying job, but it's not for everyone. It's a hard job that can require carrying, at times, two bags for multiple hours. "I'm a caddy...
The Daily Scoop reopens for the summer
Peter Hughes, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 8, 2018
The Daily Scoop recently reopened in late March after being closed during their winter season, which spanned from November to late March. RDN students can often be found at The Daily Scoop as the weather warms up because it is a favorite ice cream spot in downtown Clarendon Hills that many students enjoy....
Easy Spring recipes for high school students
Peter Hughes, Kabir Sawlani, Editor-in-Chief, and Abby Stockmal, Editor-in-Chief
May 1, 2018
Springtime is a time for a change, even in the way many of us eat. Most people have favorite food options for different times of the year, while others are open to new dining options. “[In the Spring], I like to have lots of Chipotle,” said Tyler Cashman, junior. Chipotle makes sense; it has...
Thipi Thai travels to Clarendon HIlls
Peter Hughes, Samia Douedari, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 24, 2018
Thipi Thai recently opened a new location in Clarendon Hills. The restaurant originally started with nearby LaGrange and Glen Ellyn locations, so Clarendon Hills is an appropriate addition to the Thipi Thai franchise. The service was slow to begin with; everyone at my table commented on it. We were...
Altamura brings authentic Italian dishes to Hinsdale
Peter Hughes, Samia Douedari, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2018
Altamura is a family-owned authentic Italian market that recently opened in downtown Hinsdale. Its use of high quality ingredients - such as its crusts, which are hand tossed in Altamura, Italy and shipped to 9 W. First St., where they are prepared for pickup and can be baked at home - is Altamura's...
Shake it up for spring and summer
Peter Hughes, Samia Douedari, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2018
Milkshakes are a classic warm weather treat, and as we approach spring break and the warm weather that comes along with it, it is important to know where to get the best milkshakes around town. Oberweis milkshakes, as with their ice cream and other dairy products, have a more raw dairy taste. ...
Film Club recaps the 90th Academy Awards
Peter Hughes and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 20, 2018
After the 90th Academy Awards came to a close on Sunday, March 4, social media was abuzz with opinions. However, beyond these quick takes on the Internet, within room 246 the next day, students in Film Club could be found in deep discussion about the winners of each category. "The great thing abou...
Track and field competes at York High School
Peter Hughes, Ali Ardehali, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2018
On Saturday, March 10, the boys track and field team competed at York High School in Elmhurst for an invite. In addition to the York and Central's teams, athletes from Neuqua Valley, St. Charles North, and Fremd competed as well. This is the team's fifth meet of the season, and they have p...
Q-BBQ matches casual dining with good food
Peter Hughes, Samia Douedari, Section Editor, and Hannah Anderson, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2018
Q-BBQ in downtown La Grange is a great place for any high school student to get a quality meal at an affordable price. I went to the restaurant on a Saturday night; the place was packed, and I was not able to sit, a sure sign of good business. The wooden counter and tables make for a farmhouse look that...