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The Student News Site of Hopewell Valley Central High School

The Bulldog Reporter

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“Aftersun” and the Beauty of Letting Go

“Aftersun” and the Beauty of Letting Go

Sophia Acerenza, Guest Writer June 3, 2025

“Aftersun” (2022), a heart-wrenching coming-of-age drama written by the fantastic Scottish director, Charlotte Wells, has captured the heart of the internet. Wells explored a difficult theme in her...

A Deep Dive into CD Projekt Red’s Dystopian Masterpiece: “Cyberpunk 2077”

A Deep Dive into CD Projekt Red’s Dystopian Masterpiece: “Cyberpunk 2077”

Dhananjay Nair, Guest Writer June 3, 2025

Published in 2020 by Polish Studio CD Projekt Red, the cyberpunk, open-world RPG “Cyberpunk 2077” is a testament to how far the gaming industry has evolved. Based on the 1988 tabletop RPG Cyberpunk...

UGM members. Top row (L to R): Liam O'Leary, Matthew Golian, Daniel Webster, Jack Ferino, Luca Bario, Jonathen Xec, Saylor Schoen, Sampson Keenan, Nathan Borgos. Bottom row (L to R): Randall Garvey, Andrew King

HVCHS: A Community of Voices

Rhys Rosko, Guest Writer June 2, 2025

Singing is human nature; it has existed ever since we have. The act of singing has always been a way to encourage social cohesion, whether it be through rallying troops for conflict or preparing a community...

Val Ackerman

From the Valley to the Big East:

Nandana Kamath, Staff Writer June 2, 2025

Becoming the founding president of the WNBA, being inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame, and becoming the first female president of USA Basketball are only some of Hopewell Valley alumni Val Ackerman’s...

Nuclear Energy: Its History and Impact

Nuclear Energy: Its History and Impact

Ansh Zalani, Staff Writer June 2, 2025

What is Nuclear Energy and How is it Used? In buildings such as schools, businesses, and hospitals, how do people obtain electricity that enables daily functions to be carried out? The answer is quite...

“Carry-On” Review: Fear in Flight

“Carry-On” Review: Fear in Flight

Gabrielle Vick, Staff Writer March 3, 2025

“Carry-On” is a 2024 thriller/action film released on December 13th 2024, featured on Netflix. It was written by T.J. Fixman and directed by Jaume Collet-Serra. The movie stars Taron Egerton as the...

SmartPass: Unlocking Convenience or Trouble?

SmartPass: Unlocking Convenience or Trouble?

Yaseen Mansour and Kevin Zhou February 28, 2025

As we move into 2025, there have been some modifications in school policy. One major change is the introduction of the new digital pass, SmartPass.  This new pass system was implemented because...

Gloves Up: The Effects and Benefits of Boxing

Gloves Up: The Effects and Benefits of Boxing

Dylan Hernandez Olivares, Guest Writer February 19, 2025

Boxing was introduced to America in the early 1800’s. It’s become a great form of exercise, defense, and mental help, making it one of the world's most popular sports. Boxing helps people rid themselves...

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Hopewell Valley Bulldogs Tip Off

Yaseen Mansour and Kevin Zhou January 15, 2025

As Hopewell gears up for the 2024-2025 basketball season, excitement is in the air. Following last year’s remarkable 17-4 regular-season record and trip to the Mercer County Tournament finals, expectations...

Nine Sols: The game of the year contender you probably haven’t played

Nine Sols: The game of the year contender you probably haven’t played

Sam Finnegan, Guest Writer January 3, 2025

Nine Sols is a brutally challenging hand-drawn Action Platformer developed by the Taiwan based studio Red Candle Games. The game focuses primarily on combat, exploration and a story that blends east Asian...

AI in the Classroom: A Blessing or a Curse?

AI in the Classroom: A Blessing or a Curse?

Rohan Mishra and Cooper Wiley December 16, 2024

With the emergence of AI as an easily accessible tool, the topic of AI tools in the classroom  has become one of the most dynamic and discussed subjects across the world. In particular, applications like...

Draymond Green: the NBA’s Opinionated Lightning Rod

Jon Chin June 13, 2023

When we think of contentious basketball players, one name stands out: Draymond Green. His feisty toughness, unconventional defensive techniques, and lively spirit all fuel the current animosity towards...

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