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The Port Press
The Port Press is a publication authorized by the Northport – East Northport Union Free School District. The articles and opinions stated in The Port Press are solely the opinions of the individual writer, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Northport – East Northport Union Free School District, Northport High School or any individual affiliated with such entities.

The Port Press
The Port Press is a publication authorized by the Northport – East Northport Union Free School District. The articles and opinions stated in The Port Press are solely the opinions of the individual writer, and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Northport – East Northport Union Free School District, Northport High School or any individual affiliated with such entities.

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Nick Crafa, Editor-in-Chief

Nick Crafa is a senior at Northport High School and a contributor for The Port Press. Nick is a current member of the Northport High School Badminton team, and loves to play soccer in his free time. Nick plays with the Northport Tiger Marching Band as a member of the Drumline. Nick belongs to Key Club and the National Honor Society. He works at the Northport Public Library. He is dedicated to his academics and loves to help others.

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For Northport High School’s Debate Club, the National High School Ethics Bowl is the primary focus each season. From September to February, the Debate Club prepares to compete with other teams from across Long Island, debating the ethics behind current and controversial events.

Northport High School’s Debate Club Finishes Third in the Ethics Bowl, A New School Best

Nick Crafa, Freelancer
March 4, 2022
This new and wildly infuriating foghorn of an alarm was simply not what this high school needed nor wanted.

Opinion: Ding Dong! Ditch This Bell!

Isabella Fournier and Nick Crafa
January 11, 2022
What likely at first seemed a typical community service project would soon grow into something larger than anyone ever predicted, amassing three storage closets worth of food, serving countless Northport-East Northport families, and raking in nearly $25,000 in donations.

An In-Depth Look Into Ramon’s Place, Northport High School’s Very Own Food Pantry

Harrison LeBow and Nick Crafa
November 28, 2021
What’s black and orange with school pride all over? Northport High School’s very own mascot, Tony the Tiger. If you’ve been to some of our school’s events, there’s no doubt you’ve seen Tony handing out high-fives and spreading Northport spirit. But have you ever wondered who’s behind that mask? What student has enough pride to take on the ambitious role of a school mascot?

Who’s Behind That Tiger Mask? An Interview With The Carefully Hidden Identity of Northport’s Tony The Tiger

Nick Crafa, Contributor
November 9, 2021
On March 2, Dr. Seuss Enterprises released a statement announcing the company's intention to cease publication of six of Dr. Seuss’s books that “portray people in ways that are hurtful and wrong”.

Reevaluation of Dr. Seuss Books Stirs Debate Around ‘Cancel Culture’

Nick Crafa, Contributor
March 9, 2021
Venus is the second planet in our solar system, and the closest in size to Earth.

Life on Venus: Fluke or Find?

Nick Crafa, Contributor
October 19, 2020
During a period of crisis and despair, Americans stepped up and displayed tremendous acts of kindness and compassion toward one another.

Acts of Kindness During COVID-19 Outbreak Serve as a Reminder That Humanity Celebrates Compassion, Love, and Unity

Griffin Crafa and Nick Crafa
October 6, 2020
Pictured (from left to right): Julie Barbier (Grade 11), Kate Nye (Grade 10), Julianna Curcio (Grade 11), Paulina Starosta (Grade 12), Isabella Anton (Grade 11), Alex Weber (Grade 11)

Youth Environmental Advocates – Club Profile and Open Mic

Nick Crafa, Contributor
February 28, 2020
Super Bowl LIV Was Awesome: Here's Why

Super Bowl LIV Was Awesome: Here’s Why

Nick Crafa, Contributor
February 5, 2020
Kobe Bryant Dies in Helicopter Crash at Age 41

Kobe Bryant Dies in Helicopter Crash at Age 41

Nick Crafa, Contributor
January 28, 2020
Vermont State Senator Proposes Cell Phone Ban to "Make a Point"

Vermont State Senator Proposes Cell Phone Ban to “Make a Point”

Nick Crafa, Contributor
January 15, 2020
The Top Headlines of the Past Decade

The Top Headlines of the Past Decade

Nick Crafa, Contributor
January 3, 2020
The Lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: An American tradition

The Lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: An American tradition

Nick Crafa, Contributor
December 15, 2019
France Bans Cellphones in School: Will Other Nations Do the Same?

France Bans Cellphones in School: Will Other Nations Do the Same?

Nick Crafa, Contributor
December 2, 2019
Felix the Cat, the first balloon to fly in a Macy's Parade / Credit: Macy's Thanksgiving Fandom

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Where did this holiday tradition originate?

Nick Crafa, Contributor
November 26, 2019
Photo Credit: The Washington Post

Devastating Wildfires Become the “Norm” in California

Nick Crafa, Freelancer
November 6, 2019
Photo Credit: NEA Today

Does Homework Help?

Nick Crafa, Freelancer
October 29, 2019
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