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Pelham Examiner

Pelham Examiner

Pelham Examiner

JJ Hetzer, Staff Reporter

Hi! I’m JJ. I’ve been working with Mr. Z since elementary school, and I joined the Examiner the summer before senior year! I am currently a certified first responder and I will be an EMT in June! I am interested in studying sociology, interdisciplinary studies and English in college. I have two cats, and I love reading, writing and hanging out with my friends!

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New York State’s proposed school cell phone ban: Threat to teens’ mental health and safety

By JJ Hetzer
March 8, 2025

Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent proposal to ban cell phones in all New York public and charter schools has sparked debate among students, parents and educators alike. This extreme plan, which the state...

With loooong two-week school break approaching, here are five great festive outings

With loooong two-week school break approaching, here are five great festive outings

By JJ Hetzer, Staff Reporter
December 16, 2024

As the holidays approach with a long two-week school break, here are five fun festive activities for Pelham families. 1. Westchester Winter Wonderland Right next to the Kensico Dam in Valhalla, the...

Pelham Children’s Center's Annual Pumpkin Festival is smashing success

Pelham Children’s Center’s Annual Pumpkin Festival is smashing success

By JJ Hetzer, Staff Reporter
October 29, 2024

The Pelham Children’s Center hosted its Annual Pumpkin Festival on Oct. 19, bringing families together on Fifth Avenue in Gazebo Park for a day filled with music and community spirit. Attendees participated...

‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ is fitting homage to classic film

By JJ Hetzer, Staff Reporter
September 18, 2024

Currently screening at the Pelham Picture House is the long-awaited sequel, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. The film was released on September 6 and is a horror and comedy that follows up on the beloved classic...

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