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The Beacon

The Student Newspaper of Dallastown Area High School in Dallastown, PA, since 1929.
The Student News Site of Dallastown Area High School

The Beacon

The Student News Site of Dallastown Area High School

The Beacon

Blake's drawing of three people taking shelter inside from a rainstorm, with one of them exhibiting a smile and a positive attitude, illustrating the significance of his saying, "when it rains, do not cry."

The Lessons We Leave With

Lily Medich, Editor-in-Chief March 13, 2026

As I near the end of my high school career, I've found myself looking back at how far I've come while also peering ahead at the uncertain future. So far, this year has been a whirlwind, and as a senior,...

Notes to My Younger Self

Notes to My Younger Self

Addysen Craumer, Editor-In-Chief December 1, 2025

The bell rings and you look up from your lead smeared paper, the numbers blurring together in a messy jumble. The time for taking this exam is over, so you hurriedly circle random answers for the questions...

Sora AI logo generated by Sora AI

A review of Sora AI

Bodie Bowman, Reporter November 20, 2025

AI is a never ending topic in our current day in age and can be quite overwhelming for many. One interesting topic is the development of a new and improved model Sora 2.  Many people know the general...

The Dallastown library has a ton of books in its catalog, but they have been being checked out less and less over the years.

Books are being left behind

Jack McMurray, Reporter November 15, 2025

“I haven’t read a book since I was a kid,” has become a far too common phrase among high schoolers, and it’s only getting more and more common.  More and more people are handed mobile devices...

Dave's Hot Chicken building.

Chicken That Will Blow Your Mind

Lillian Quidey, Reporter November 4, 2025

Dave’s Hot Chicken. Even saying the name makes my mouth water.  The name is exactly what it is. The restaurant has a Hollywood look on the inside and out. Graffiti walls, different colored lights,...

Dallastown's girls wrestling champions stand together with other district champs after a day of hard work and mental toughness, thanks to their coaches. (@dtowngirlswrestling)

Beyond the Sport

Layla Spera, Reporter October 10, 2025

Since a young age I have participated in many different sports. Gymnastics, roller derby, volleyball and wrestling-all providing different experiences which I've continued to carry with me though I’ve...

Sips Cafe. offers a variety of drinks both hot and cold at their Manchester location. (@sipscafes Instagram)

Hidden Havens – Sips Cafe

Larissa Swisher, Senior Columnist October 9, 2025

I have always wished that I had a cozy spot to study like Rory Gilmore in Luke’s Diner or Rachel and Monica in Central Perk.  Well, that dream has come true, because I found one in Downtown York,...

A graphic of all of the aspects and realities of dating online.

Love vs. Swiping Right

Abigayle Kusmierski, Reporter September 12, 2025

Right now teens are following people on social media they think are cute when their grandparents were writing heartfelt love letters and getting flowers for the one they had their eyes on. What...

On June 4, 2025, seniors Bryce Keller, Landon Carl and Avory Williams graduated DAHS. Following the ceremony, the trio got pictures with their fellow DHH team, who returned to see them graduate. (photo submitted)

“Signing” Off With Memories

Bryce Keller, Co-Editor-In-Chief June 5, 2025

The most prominent question that I’ve gotten in my life has been “Wait, you’re not from Dallastown?” Their wide eyed gaze stares back at me with their mouth agape; they would only get more...

A student walks a wooded path, symbolizing the uncertain but hopeful journey through high school and beyond.

The Next Right Thing

Lily Medich, Reporter June 5, 2025

For as long as I can remember, my mom has said the same thing whenever life starts to feel too heavy: "Just do the next right thing." It's a simple phrase, but it sticks with me.  When everything...

Photos that were taken from my childhood and recent years. One thing I loved especially about being on The Beacon was creating graphics for my stories and social media. (Graphic by Jade Bradenbaugh)

The Outfit Dilemma

Jade Bradenbaugh, Reporter June 2, 2025

The thought of writing this has been haunting me for the past few weeks since it was assigned. The assignment is to reflect on my high school journey. I’d imagine people writing about who and what...

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