Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press
Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press
Freedom Area High School's Student Newspaper

FHS Press
Matthew Levenson

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer

All content by Matthew Levenson
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announces the first pick in the 2020 draft from his basement at his home. The Cincinnati Bengals selected Quarterback Joe Burrow from LSU, with the pick.

NFL draft draws record viewership as first major sporting event since shutdown

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
June 9, 2020
Seasons canceled… for the year

Seasons canceled… for the year

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
April 30, 2020
Junior Baylee Roberts, senior Adam Hessler compete in the 4 x 400 events while freshman Finley Paxton runs the mile event at the TSTCA Indoor Track and Field Championship on February 22 at Edinboro University.

Running in stride

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
April 1, 2020
Mamba mentality

Mamba mentality

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020
Deca members stand inside Hershey Lodges lobby and pose for a photo.

[Photo] DECA students move on to state competition

Leah McNear, Co-Distribution Director
February 28, 2020
For better reference, this is the current appearance of the library. Notice how although during the school day, no students reside in the library.

[Photo] Wasted space

Madison Snavely, Editor-in-Chief (Web)/Asst. Features Editor/Social Media Director/PR/Marketing Director
February 28, 2020
‘Lunch Bunch’

‘Lunch Bunch’

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
January 31, 2020
The albums, “Cleopatra” by The Lumineers, “Aladdin Sane” by David Bowie and “Ceremonials” by Florence + the Machine are displayed behind Myah Hrinko’s Crosley turntable.

What’s old is new again

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
December 20, 2019
Seniors Kevin Lawrence and Dylan Goodrich hug after playing their last football game of their high school career, following their loss to Washington in the second round of playoffs.

Football team eliminated from playoffs, defeated in quarterfinals

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
December 1, 2019
Teammates hug and lift Garrett Paxton moments after he made the game-winning field goal to keep the team's undefeated season alive and defeat their rival New Brighton.

Bulldogs prepare to begin playoffs as the second seed after finishing their regular season

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
November 1, 2019
Mysterious lung disease from e-cigarettes leads to first vape-related death

Mysterious lung disease from e-cigarettes leads to first vape-related death

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
September 29, 2019
Cheerleaders strike a pose on the sidelines after the Bulldog’s victory at Riverside on Sept. 6.

[Photo] Sweat it for credit

Keith Pawlowski, Editorial Editor
September 29, 2019

Sports-in-Brief

Matthew Levenson, Asst. Sports Editor
June 1, 2019
Showcased at the Monaca Cinemark, a poster for the new live-action remake of Dumbo, a timely classic, is displayed for movie-goers to see.

Where dreams come true… on the big screen

Matthew Levenson, Asst. Sports Editor
April 30, 2019
The Primary Elections will take place on Tuesday, May 21, 2019.

[Photo] Four new candidates run to replace current school board members

Natalie Dubovi, Staff Writer
April 30, 2019
Duke freshman Zion Williamson grimaces in pain as he lies on the court, moments after his shoe split against North Carolina on Feb. 20.

Ripped shoe tears into debate on college athletes, damages Nike’s image

Matthew Levenson, Asst. Sports Editor
March 29, 2019
Pittsburgh Steeler’s Defensive Tackle “Mean” Joe Greene drinks a coca-cola in his famous “Hey Kid, Catch” commercial that debuted during Super Bowl XIV.

Super Bowl syndrome

Matthew Levenson, Asst. Sports Editor
February 28, 2019
During a rehearsal on Jan. 16, juniors Mason Hedge, Casey Collins, Alyson Horner and freshman Jay Hessler go over their lines in the back of the auditorium. Hedge plays "Gomez," while Collins, Horner and Hessler make up the members of the "Beineke Family."

‘When you’re an Addams’

Matthew Levenson, Asst. Sports Editor
February 1, 2019
Juniors Cole Skuse and Mason Hedge, sophomore Marissa Lammie and senior Mikayla Evans pose for photo prior to their concert at Honors Band on Dec. 1.

Representing with honor

Matthew Levenson, Asst. Sports Editor
December 21, 2018
Players and coaches gather for group photo after defeating Western Beaver to conclude regular season and become co-section champions with Mohawk. This was the first time the Freedom Football Team has won section since 1977.

Bulldogs face adversity through season, carry through to WPIAL semifinals

Matthew Levenson, Staff Writer
November 30, 2018
Hall of fame inductees Robert Taglieri, Dave Giordano, Nick Sabol and John Buerkle pose for photo before banquet dinner began.

Standing in the hall of fame

Matthew Levenson, Asst. Sports Editor
October 9, 2018
Senior Zach Rosa tosses the football to senior Jake Pail in attempt to get a first down. against Hopewell on August 24.

Bulldogs start their season with a bang

Jalynn Falk and Matthew Levenson
September 28, 2018
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