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Hispanic Heritage Club watches "The Book of Life" for their Día de los Muertos celebration.
Hispanic Heritage club and Art club collaborate to bring a unique Dia De Los Muertos experience for students
Members of the History Bowl team play a game created by one of the officers.
East’s History Bowl officers develop apps to teach history
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill explains the intentions of the bell-to-bell cell phone policy.
NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill visits East to discuss bell-to-bell cell phone ban
From left to right: Zoe Kukafka ('27), Addison Geisler ('27), Aidan Smeglin ('27), Isabella Boehm ('27), Isabella Laster ('27), Mr. Peter Gambino. Used with permission from Ms. Debbie Barr.
Homecoming dance brings students together
East students take initiative through the creation of personal businesses.
From passion to profit: East students take on entrepreneurship
At East, student athletes have received injuries. From left to right, up to down: Daniel Kramer ('27), Emmy Plevinsky ('29), Talia Armando ('27), and Ellie Harris ('27).
Playing through pain: East athletes share the lasting impact of sports injuries
Cherry Hill East boys soccer team prepares for match vs West.
Cougars’ boys soccer suffers 2-1 lost to West
Addy Weiss ('28) and Cian Sherlock ('27) smile for a picture after winning first place individually at the Olympic Conference Meet. Used with permission from Cian Sherlock.
Addy Weiss (’28) and Cian Sherlock (’27) win cross country olympic conference meet
Dillon Haddock ('27) commits to play baseball at Rowan. Used with permission from Dillon Haddock
Dillon Haddock (’27) announces commit to play baseball at Rowan University
Thomas Ladik ('27) committed to Holy Family for lacrosse. Used with permission from Thomas Ladik.
Thomas Ladik (’27) announces commitment to play lacrosse at Holy Family
A car trunk is decorated with a spooky theme at the Trunk-or-Treat event.
Fox Hollow Swim Club hosts its first-ever Trunk-or-Treat
A worker prepares a drink at Molly Tea.
Molly Tea opens new location in Cherry Hill
AsianFresh announces its grand opening with a "Now Open" sign.
AsianFresh grocery store opens in Cherry Hill
East's Voce choir group performs for United Methodist Communities. Used with permission from Sophia Park ('27).
A Little More Love supports elderly hospice community
Blondee Boutique opens in Maple Shade as a Y2K clothing store
Blondee Boutique opens in Maple Shade as a Y2K clothing store
East clubs should not be allowed to use AI for posters
East clubs should not be allowed to use AI for posters
East students should not take after-school jobs
East students should not take after-school jobs
The students who were chosen to represent East in New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill's roundtable only represented a small proportion of East students in reality.
The students chosen to discuss the bell-to-bell ban with NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill didn’t represent the student body
The growing importance of being outspoken
The growing importance of being outspoken
Hallway monitors should display more relevant images
Hallway monitors should display more relevant images
The main entrance to Cherry Hill High School East.
East parking lot needs increased safety reform
Eastside calls for increased transparency upon Lightspeed implementation
Eastside calls for increased transparency upon Lightspeed implementation
East students walk to the stadium following an evacuation order.
Eastside responds to Cherry Hill High School East and the Cherry Hill Police Department’s evacuation protocol
Eastside responds to East's implementation of the district's new phone policy
Eastside responds to East’s implementation of the district’s new phone policy
Eastside Opinions Editor, Manar Hadi ('25), expresses his ideas before the board.
Cherry Hill Public Schools wants to move the Alternative High School to East. Here is why Eastside disagrees
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Tate McRae’s “Housewife” tops the charts
RJ Mitte leaves a legacy of inclusivity
RJ Mitte leaves a legacy of inclusivity
Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026 finale, showcases rebrand of inclusion.
2026 Victoria Secret Fashion Show showcases inclusion rebrand
Tesla unveiled its long-awaited second generation of the Roadster. "Tesla" by Traders Union is licensed under CC BY-ND 4.0
Tesla unveils the Roadster to mixed reactions
The Dior A24 shirt exerts itself as another fashion trend
The Dior A24 shirt takes center stage
Senate candidate for Michigan Abdul El-Sayed gives a speech at a student meet and greet in August. Abdul El-Sayed meet-and-greet by Conlan Houston is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Michigan Senate race demonstrates problematic election approach
Trump's actions aim to erase certain media presence and, consequently, free press.
Silenced news outlets invoke constitutional worry
President Donald Trump signs a diesel tax relief executive order on stage in Grand Island, Nebraska. Oct. 5, 2026. (Photo / The White House)
Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel
A supporter of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) poses next to a message along a street after clashing with police during a protest in New Delhi, July 20, 2026 [Sajjad Hussain/AFP]
New Delhi on lockdown due to CJP protests
The Pentagon declared that Nidal Hasan would be publicly executed on Dec. 3. "The Pentagon" by Touch of Light is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Pentagon announces the public execution of Nidal Hasan
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill explains the intentions of the bell-to-bell cell phone policy.
NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill visits East to discuss bell-to-bell cell phone ban
East students take initiative through the creation of personal businesses.
From passion to profit: East students take on entrepreneurship
A construction vehicle is parked next to the sports fields behind East.
Ongoing construction impacts Cherry Hill East
An Eagles fan waits at Buckingham Palace for the changing of the guards.
A Philadelphia perspective across the pond: the Eagles migrate to London
Many athletes at East often fly under the radar without receiving recognition for their contributions to East athletics.
The unsung athletes of Cherry Hill East
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill explains the intentions of the bell-to-bell cell phone policy.
NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill visits East to discuss bell-to-bell cell phone ban
The Cougars rally before a set, closing out the huddle with their signature cheer.
East girls volleyball defeats Cherokee in hard-fought victory
Coach Mike Melograna talks to the team after a hard defeat.
East boys soccer falls to Eastern after strong first half
Trevor Levin (8) tracks the ball as it comes his way in the end zone for East’s only touchdown of the game.
PHOTOS: East vs. Eastern Football
From left to right: Loren Clayton ('27), John Pilet ('27), Ethan Cole ('27), Holden Mathiesen ('27), and Jessica Berkery ('27).
East seniors embrace their final year with Senior Sunrise
Eastside Broadcasting: Week of 11/2-11/4
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill explains the intentions of the bell-to-bell cell phone policy.
NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill visits East to discuss bell-to-bell cell phone ban
Eastside Broadcasting: Week of 10/19-10/23
Eastside Broadcasting: Week of 10/12-10/16
Eastside Broadcasting: Week of 10/5-10/9
The Watchlist Episode 5: reviewing Entertainment Weekly's Oscar nomination prediction list
The Watchlist Episode 5: reviewing Entertainment Weekly’s Oscar nomination prediction list
The Watchlist Episode 4: “Buddy” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 4: “Buddy” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 3: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 3: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 2: “The Odyssey” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 2: “The Odyssey” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 1: "Obsession" (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 1: “Obsession” (2026)
Eastside Crossword #3
Eastside Crossword #3
Eastside Connections #13
Eastside Connections #13
Eastside Connections #12
Eastside Connections #12
Eastside Connections #11
Eastside Connections #11
Eastside Connections #10
Eastside Connections #10
Comic: Summers End
Comic: Summers End
Comic: Split Decision
Comic: Split Decision
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COMIC: Summer’s reality
COMIC: The procrastinator
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Games
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Amelia Siegel, Eastside Online Editor-in-Chief • November 2, 2026
Eastside Connections #13
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News & Features
Hispanic Heritage Club watches "The Book of Life" for their Día de los Muertos celebration.
Hispanic Heritage club and Art club collaborate to bring a unique Dia De Los Muertos experience for students
Ellie Schuster, For Eastside • November 2, 2026

Cherry Hill East students celebrated Día de los Muertos through cultural traditions and colorful artwork...

Members of the History Bowl team play a game created by one of the officers.
East’s History Bowl officers develop apps to teach history
Livie Brill, Eastside News Editor • October 23, 2026

Sweat races on each contestant’s face. Their hands shake with anticipation. They’re ready to search...

From left to right: Zoe Kukafka ('27), Addison Geisler ('27), Aidan Smeglin ('27), Isabella Boehm ('27), Isabella Laster ('27), Mr. Peter Gambino. Used with permission from Ms. Debbie Barr.
Homecoming dance brings students together
Abigail Choe, For Eastside • October 21, 2026

East’s Homecoming dance was held on Oct. 10 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with all four grades gathered...

Julia Komolova ('28) and Claire Li ('28) pose for a photo with the rest of the Science Olympiad team on the bus ride back from a competition.
Gender disparities shape female students’ experiences in STEM
Grace Li, Eastside Features Editor • October 18, 2026

East students are served food donated by local restaurants and organizations.
Asian culture clubs host East’s first ever Mid-Autumn Festival
Zarish Hussain, Eastside Global Commentary Editor • October 16, 2026

Cherry Hill East held its first ever Mid-Autumn Festival on Wednesday, Oct. 14, bringing over 300...

Students and community members discuss the district's new technology policies in roundtable discussions.
The Board of Education holds community discussion on technology policies
Elias Kang, Online Editor-in-Chief • October 16, 2026

The Cherry Hill Board of Education (BOE) held a community discussion on the district’s technology policies...

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Community
A car trunk is decorated with a spooky theme at the Trunk-or-Treat event.
Fox Hollow Swim Club hosts its first-ever Trunk-or-Treat
Sofia Miscioscia, For Eastside • November 4, 2026

On Friday, Oct. 23, the Fox Hollow Swim Club hosted its first-ever Trunk-or-Treat, and it was an outstanding success. The event lasted from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and an estimated 150 people attended.  The...

A worker prepares a drink at Molly Tea.
Molly Tea opens new location in Cherry Hill
Rose Aynbinder, Eastside Editorial Assistant • October 21, 2026

Cherry Hill’s vast bubble tea scene has a new addition with the arrival of the chain Molly Tea, which brings its signature...

AsianFresh announces its grand opening with a "Now Open" sign.
AsianFresh grocery store opens in Cherry Hill
Faith Gibson, For Eastside • October 15, 2026

From viral TikTok snacks to familiar ingredients in AsianFresh, grocery shopping is more than what ends up in the cart; it...

East's Voce choir group performs for United Methodist Communities. Used with permission from Sophia Park ('27).
A Little More Love supports elderly hospice community
Johanna Kang, Eastside Community Editor • October 13, 2026

A Little More Love (LML) is a youth-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to relieve terminally ill patients...

Blondee Boutique opens in Maple Shade as a Y2K clothing store
Blondee Boutique opens in Maple Shade as a Y2K clothing store
Rose Aynbinder, Eastside Editorial Assistant • September 1, 2026

When you think of a store advertising early 2000s-style clothes, you might imagine the big brands: Von Dutch, Miss Me, Juicy...

Eastside Special
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill explains the intentions of the bell-to-bell cell phone policy.
NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill visits East to discuss bell-to-bell cell phone ban
Elias Kang, Amelia Siegel, and Melanie Pedersen • October 22, 2026

East students take initiative through the creation of personal businesses.
From passion to profit: East students take on entrepreneurship
Grace Li, Chloe Ren, Mariam Zaghloul, and Maya Morgan • October 20, 2026
A construction vehicle is parked next to the sports fields behind East.
Ongoing construction impacts Cherry Hill East
Livie Brill, Stella Kim, Johanna Kang, and Aliyah Gutman • October 15, 2026

Opinions
East clubs should not be allowed to use AI for posters
East clubs should not be allowed to use AI for posters
Royayi Zindagi Royesh, For Eatside • October 30, 2026

Scrolling through Instagram, it is painfully obvious that most East clubs use generative Artificial Intelligence for their posters and infographics: AI...

East students should not take after-school jobs
East students should not take after-school jobs
Aarnav Kapri, For Eastside • October 30, 2026

Many people have after-school jobs, but I have never felt like getting one was the right choice for me....

The students who were chosen to represent East in New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill's roundtable only represented a small proportion of East students in reality.
The students chosen to discuss the bell-to-bell ban with NJ Gov. Mikie Sherrill didn’t represent the student body
Melanie Pedersen, Eastside Managing Editor • October 25, 2026

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill recently visited Cherry Hill East and participated in a roundtable discussion...

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Sports
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At East, student athletes have received injuries. From left to right, up to down: Daniel Kramer ('27), Emmy Plevinsky ('29), Talia Armando ('27), and Ellie Harris ('27).
Playing through pain: East athletes share the lasting impact of sports injuries
Jessie Atlas, Eastside Social Media Director • November 2, 2026

When Daniel Kramer ('27) hurt his hip in eighth grade, his doctor said it was a hip flexor strain...

Cherry Hill East boys soccer team prepares for match vs West.
Cougars’ boys soccer suffers 2-1 lost to West
Oliver Lawler, Eastside Sports Editor • November 2, 2026

On Wednesday, Oct. 28, the Cherry Hill East boys varsity soccer team (10-7-1) fell 2-1 to crosstown rival...

Addy Weiss ('28) and Cian Sherlock ('27) smile for a picture after winning first place individually at the Olympic Conference Meet. Used with permission from Cian Sherlock.
Addy Weiss (’28) and Cian Sherlock (’27) win cross country olympic conference meet
Kyle Silver, For Eastside • November 2, 2026

On Oct. 21, the Cherry Hill East boys and girls cross country team fought hard at the regional Olympic...

Dillon Haddock ('27) commits to play baseball at Rowan. Used with permission from Dillon Haddock
Dillon Haddock (’27) announces commit to play baseball at Rowan University
Drew Ritigstein, For Eastside • October 27, 2026

Cherry Hill East student-athlete Dillon Haddock ('27) has announced his commitment to Rowan University...

Thomas Ladik ('27) committed to Holy Family for lacrosse. Used with permission from Thomas Ladik.
Thomas Ladik (’27) announces commitment to play lacrosse at Holy Family
Benjamin Rovner, For Eastside • October 27, 2026

From a freshman working to earn playing time to a college-bound athlete ready to compete at the next...

Joelle Mateo crosses defender to assist a goal for the Cougars.
Cougars’ girls soccer advances to second round of Coaches Cup tournament
Oliver Lawler, Eastside Sports Editor • October 26, 2026

On Saturday, Oct. 24, the Cherry Hill East girls varsity soccer team (11-6) defeated Haddonfield high...

Culture
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Tate McRae’s “Housewife” tops the charts
Faith Gibson, Eastside Staff • November 2, 2026

In a culture that often romanticizes traditional domestic roles, the phrase “I'll just marry rich” is common, but Tate McRae challenges that idea,...

RJ Mitte leaves a legacy of inclusivity
RJ Mitte leaves a legacy of inclusivity
Jason Le, For Eastside • October 29, 2026

RJ Mitte, “Breaking Bad” star and activist for disability rights, has died at the age of 34 from suicide inside his home located in Brownsville, Texas. Born...

Victoria Secret Fashion Show 2026 finale, showcases rebrand of inclusion.
2026 Victoria Secret Fashion Show showcases inclusion rebrand
Faith Gibson, Eastside Staff • October 23, 2026

The girls' Super Bowl returned to Los Angeles on Oct. 18. The Victoria Secret Fashion Show featured singers Megan Moroney, Tate McRae, KATSYE and Megan...

Global Commentary
Senate candidate for Michigan Abdul El-Sayed gives a speech at a student meet and greet in August. Abdul El-Sayed meet-and-greet by Conlan Houston is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0
Michigan Senate race demonstrates problematic election approach
Andrew Langman, Eastside Staff • November 3, 2026

The Senate race in Michigan has escalated beyond contrasting political ideas and into the personal slander of Abdul El-Sayed, the candidate of the Democratic...

Trump's actions aim to erase certain media presence and, consequently, free press.
Silenced news outlets invoke constitutional worry
Andrew Langman, For Eastside • October 20, 2026

President Donald Trump clearly wants those who oppose him silenced. In fact, the recent September “ban” that he put in place against news outlets CNN,...

President Donald Trump signs a diesel tax relief executive order on stage in Grand Island, Nebraska. Oct. 5, 2026. (Photo / The White House)
Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel
Andrew Langman, Staff Writer • October 17, 2026

On October 5th, 2026, President Trump signed Executive Order 14435, allowing the Treasury Secretary to begin federal tax relief on dyed diesel fuel purchased...

Podcasts
The Watchlist Episode 5: reviewing Entertainment Weekly's Oscar nomination prediction list
The Watchlist Episode 5: reviewing Entertainment Weekly’s Oscar nomination prediction list
Elias Kang and Amelia Siegel • October 29, 2026

Welcome to The Watchlist, where we review movies and tell you whether or not you should put them on your watchlist. In this episode of The Watchlist,...

The Watchlist Episode 4: “Buddy” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 4: “Buddy” (2026)
Elias Kang and Emma Thiel • September 19, 2026

Welcome to The Watchlist, where we review movies and tell you whether or not you should put them on your watchlist. In this episode of The Watchlist,...

The Watchlist Episode 3: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” (2026)
The Watchlist Episode 3: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” (2026)
Elias Kang and Amelia Siegel • August 28, 2026

Welcome to The Watchlist, where we review movies and tell you whether or not you should put them on your watchlist. In this episode of The Watchlist,...

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