In the United States, cancer rates are increasing, especially among young people. This steady incline has resulted in the majority of Americans...
On Nov. 26, the annual Turkey Bowl took place. Eleven teams, consisting of juniors and seniors, played to win. Each team consisted of a minimum...
Sophomore Georgia Zlupko entered the Pennsylvania Scholastic Press Association (PSPA) Design Contest during the 2023-2024 school year for teacher...
On Oct. 8, the National Art Honor Society held their induction ceremony for the 2024-2025 school year....
The Fine Arts Department hosted the student talent show on Nov. 15, 2024 at 7 p.m. There were 12 groups...
On Nov. 7-8, the drama club presented their fall play, “Trap.” The show had twists and turns,...
The story begins in 1637. Thomas Morton has just written “The New English Canaan.” The Puritan government...
The holiday season begins with a cherished tradition: the Winterfest Parade. Taking place the Sunday...
The Season Greetings podcast is all about the seasons. We talk about the activities, fashion, music, recipes that match that season and so much more.
Thanksgiving Edition
Join us on the To Be Frank podcast where host, Lincoln Frank, and co-host, Cider Ayala, discuss the ins and outs of the Altoona Area High School. We will talk about issues we see inside the school and how different solutions could apply to the situation.
Lincoln and some other members of the Mountain Echo detail how they feel getting back into the year as well as have some fun with the podcasting equipment.
New podcast weblog
TheFatesUnraveled is a humorous and engaging podcast that takes listeners on a journey through the magical world of musical theater.
After years of limited participation, Altoona welcomed girls to join the wrestling team. “There were 22 girls that showed up for a meeting in the spring to show interest,”...
On Oct. 29 the girls' varsity volleyball team traveled to State College to compete in playoffs. The team went into the game with their heads...
Starbucks released their holiday menu on Nov. 7, and as you may or may not have noticed, not much has changed. The only new addition in terms of drinks is their Cran-Merry...
On Nov. 22, Universal Studios released the film adaptation of the Broadway musical, “Wicked,” prequel to the 1939 film, “The Wizard of Oz.” The film stars Ariana Grande...
Tyler, The Creator’s latest album, “Chromakopia”, is nothing short of a masterpiece, and is a must-listen for fans of experimental hip-hop and amazing storytelling....
“Black Sheep” is author Rachel Harrison’s fifth book release, following her debut novel “The Return” and fan favorites “Such Sharp Teeth” and “Cackle”. Since...
Out of their eight periods, most teachers teach students for six periods of the day, have a preparation period and have a principal’s assignment....
