Thoughts fill her mind of possible success and the fear of failure. As the start time approaches, the nerves set in. “On your mark, set.” Boom! The starting gun blows, girls lunge forward, and the...

From picking up her first stick in kindergarten, to making the varsity team, freshman Julie Budney has always had a strong passion for lacrosse, but did not know it would take her this far. Since second...

Unified Club, on its surface, is exactly what it sounds like - an extracurricular activity that brings people together. But at its core, Unified is so much more than just a club. Every Thursday afternoon...

When it comes to Junior Kennedy Messinger, she has always loved baking. However, she takes it above and beyond when she makes a difference in the lives of many with a single cake. Since 2019, Messinger...

Congratulations, Dallastown Class of 2024! This Senior Issue was created by senior Beacon editors and members of the Journalism II: Digital Media class. Information and votes were compiled from a survey...

This is the second in a two-part series exploring the negative side of social media in society. Part one is linked below and examines the normalization of hate on social media.  There are many forms...

While food industries are trying new concoctions to keep customers interested and satisfied, you’re either going to love them or hate them. What seems to be all the rage are new spicy food and drink...

On May 4, 2024, Dallastown High School had their annual Prom dance. Although the weather wasn't ideal, students made the best of the rain and had a fantastic night at Wisehaven Events Center. From...

One of the most highly requested electives taken at high schools across the country is Family and Consumer Science. It is a lot more than baking brownies or taste-testing foods.  FCS is a course involving...

College is just about to begin for this year's graduating class of 2024 and next year's class is starting to plan their future.  One of the biggest college necessities is a laptop to complete student...