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The Student News Site of Trinity High School

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Phipps Conservatory transports its guests to a magical forest filled with Christmas gnomes, fairy gardens and other enchanting elements! With its mix of beauty and interaction, it's an activity for the whole family.

Students search for winter extravaganzas

Leah Kubacka and Cameron Street December 19, 2024

December calls for bitterly cold weather, making people want to stay indoors. Looking for fun activities can be a struggle when the snow is piled high. To remedy this, Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas...

While riding in the passenger seat on a cold December morning, Maggie snapped this picture. Roads tend to be busy on commutes to work and school. Navigating traffic, especially on slippery roads, can be particularly difficult, especially for younger, inexperienced drivers. It’s important to stay focused and pay attention to the cars driving by.

Drivers share safe wintertime tips

Katherine Drezewski, Arts and Entertainment Editor December 19, 2024

As the seasons change from hot to cold and snow and ice begin to cover the streets, both parents and students get nervous about their commutes to school every day. Each year, approximately 156,000 car...

Pictured above is the Observer Reporter staff on November 21, 2024, the night of the Best Of The Best Gala. They believe seeing the people in the crowd cheering for each other and having a good time is magical and motivates them to put more effort into the ceremony every year.

Washington County votes for best businesses

Elena Fonner, Staff Writer December 19, 2024

This year marks the Observer-Reporter’s eighth time hosting the Best Of The Best gala. The Observer-Reporter brings enthusiasm, excitement and encouragement to the people of Washington by showing what...

Mr. Craig Uram, Trinity graduate, progresses in his career in the district this November as TASD’s new assistant superintendent.

Uram broadens horizons as new assistant superintendent

Caroline Miller, Staff Writer November 25, 2024

After over 13 years in the district, Mr. Craig Uram moves to Trinity’s central office and takes up the mantle of Assistant Superintendent this November after the retirement of Dr. Donald Snoke, long-time...

Hillers, remember to always be cautious when posting and interacting in online situations.

Students strive to be safe online

Leah Kubacka, Editor-in-Chief November 25, 2024

With the introduction of social media in the early 2000s, there’s no doubt that technology has consumed humanity. For better or for worse, the advancement of technology has infiltrated the lives of many,...

President-elect Donald J. Trump speaks at a news briefing during his previous term. In the following months, Trump will build his cabinet and, with the help of the Biden Administration, transfer to the White House.

Trump wins 2024 presidential election

Blake Stanley and Katherine Drezewski November 25, 2024

The 2024 presidential election has ended, and, as called by the Associated Press, former President Donald J. Trump won the election with 312 electoral votes, reigning over his Democratic opponent Kamala...

The city of Venice is one of the most popular destinations for tourists in Italy. Some of the many attractions include gondola rides, museum visits, historical sights and many other opportunities to experience Italian culture.

Venice, Italy sinks into history

Cadi Wright, Assistant Editor-in-Chief October 30, 2024

The allure of the mythical city of Atlantis spans across the globe. However, this lost kingdom may not be alone at the bottom of the ocean for much longer. Experts predict that the Italian city of Venice...

Dr. Donald Snoke, Trinity’s Assistant Superintendent, prepares for retirement this November as Mr. Craig Uram trains for the position.

Dr. Snoke to leave legacy at THS

Caroline Miller, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

  One of Trinity’s bell tower offices will be changing hands this November with the retirement of Dr. Donald Snoke, Assistant Superintendent and pillar of the Trinity community for over 27 years.  Snoke’s...

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump speak at their respective rallies. They are currently tied in most polls. This image was accessed via the Creative Commons License.

Students prepare to cast their vote

Blake Stanley, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

Every year it’s driven into everyone's heads that one vote in the Presidential Election could decide it all, but how true is this? There are over 300 cases of elections having been decided by one vote,...

Mr. Zebrasky is in his new position as Trinity High School building principal this 2024-25 school year after previous principal Mr. Uram’s reassignment to Assistant Superintendent.

Mr. Zebrasky rises to new building principal opportunity

Caroline Miller, Staff Writer September 26, 2024

As Trinity moves into its 100th year of education, Mr. Zack Zebrasky has taken up the mantle of principal this 2024-25 school year. Building on a century of tradition is a daunting task, but Zebrasky hopes...

Pictured is the district’s new Intermediate School located on the middle school’s campus. Standing three stories tall and filled with new technology, it’s a big accomplishment for Trinity.

District welcomes new Intermediate School

Katherine Drezewski, Arts and Entertainment Editor September 26, 2024

For nearly two years, construction workers, architects and Trinity’s staff members have been working day in and day out to develop and build a new Intermediate School in the district. Mrs. Benzenhoefer...

Climate change is speeding up and destroying the world around us. If immediate action isn’t taken, we may see the end of lush forests, bustling oceans, thriving ecosystems and so much more.

Climate Change: unstoppable force or manageable crisis?

Cadi Wright, Assistant Editor-in-Chief September 26, 2024

When facing a global issue, it is easy to feel small and unable to make a difference, but in reality, that couldn’t be further from the truth. Take climate change, for example. It feels like an unstoppable...

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