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Warrior Watch

The Student News Source of West Branch Area High School

Warrior Watch

The Student News Source of West Branch Area High School

Warrior Watch

SCI Rockview and Quehanna Boot Camp are among the facilities affected by recent closures, with many employees transferred to other institutions and a significant impact felt across the WB community.
Closure of SCI Rockview and Quehanna Boot Camp Impacts the WB Community
Tyler Chilcote, Editor • March 19, 2026

At the start of March 2026, SCI Rockview and Quehanna Boot Camp officially had zero inmates and zero employees. This affected many families in the community...

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Edwards smiles with pure joy after he punched his ticket to the State tournament.
Will Edwards Advances to the Sweetest Place in PA
Kyla Kephart, Staff Writer • March 4, 2026

William Edwards has shown himself to be one of the top wrestlers in the state. Edwards is a freshman wrestling at 114 pounds and is dominating in his first...

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The bocce ball team is also partnered with the Unified club, which is a newly formed inclusive club at West Branch. 
The Bocce Ball Team’s First Season Back Comes to an End
Isabella Koleno, Staff Writer • February 27, 2026

The West Branch Bocce Ball team returned to the competition this year, for the first time since 2020. The Warriors ended with a record of 6-10 in the regular...

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The West Branch auxiliary gym is full of school supplies and equipment.
The Old Gym Is Stacked
Brandon Brooks, Staff Writer • November 21, 2025

Since the start of the West Branch 2025 school year, the auxiliary gym, also known as the old gym, has been filled with school supplies and equipment due...

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Lindsey Bainey is a versatile player, being able to play almost every position on the field. 
Athlete of the Week: Lindsey Bainey 
Isabella Koleno, Staff Writer • April 15, 2026

Lindsey Bainey has been selected as the Warrior Watch Athlete of the Week for the week ending on 4/12/2026. Bainey returns this year as the Warriors’...

Skyler Hebel won the ICC championship last year for javelin.
Athlete of the Week: Skyler Hebel
Isabella Koleno, Staff Writer • April 15, 2026

Skyler Hebel has been selected as the Warrior Watch Athlete of the Week for the week ending on 4/12/2026.  As a senior, four-year player, Hebel...


Caleb Hudson takes the mound for the Warriors during a game against Williamsburg.
Athlete of the Week: Caleb Hudson 
Gracie Eyerly , Staff Writer • April 10, 2026

Caleb Hudson has been selected as Warrior Watch Athlete of the Week for the week ending on 4/5/2026. After an amazing sophomore season, Caleb...

Megan Eyerly prepares to pitch during a game at Williamsburg. 
Athlete of the Week: Megan Eyerly 
Gracie Eyerly April 10, 2026

Megan Eyerly has been selected as Warrior Watch Athlete of the Week for the week ending on 4/5/2026. Due to injuries, Megan Eyerly has been the...

Mr. Gabel works with the West Branch Concert Band in 2023.
A Tribute To Mr. Gabel
Addison Collar, Staff Writer • April 9, 2026

Mr. William Gabel, a dedicated and passionate music teacher at West Branch, left behind a remarkable legacy that will continue to resonate for generations....

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The weather in our area has been changing unpredictably for the last few weeks.
The Weather Vs Spring Sports
Brandon Brooks, Staff Writer • March 30, 2026

With the unpredictable weather last Tuesday, teams were forced inside due to the sudden snowstorm. The recent Flexible Instruction Day (FID) also canceled...

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Coach VanDevander was approved at the March 23, 2026 board meeting, making him the official head coach of Warrior football.
New Chief in Warrior Country
Hansen Lannen, Editor • March 23, 2026

After back-to-back winless seasons, West Branch has hired Kenn VanDevander as its new head coach in hopes of turning the program around. VanDevander...

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Elementary students listen to an inspirational book reading by high school senior Emma Petriskey.
Inspiring Book Readings for Read Across America
Kyla Kephart, Staff Writer • March 19, 2026

Read Across America was created in 1998 by the National Education Association (NEA). The reading event is held during the first week of March to celebrate...

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CSOs travel to the sweetest place on Earth to talk about the CSO program and their action plans. 
A Sweet Trip for the Chief Science Officers
Skyler Hebel, Staff Writer • March 5, 2026

The Chief Science Officers travelled to the sweetest place in PA. The CSOs attended the Pennsylvania Educational Technology Expo and Conference (PETE &...

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The students and state park educators take a deep look at the macroinvertebrates. 
Taking a Dive Into a Stream Study
Sarah Guglielmi, Staff Writer • May 19, 2025

On Tuesday, April 29th, the Aquatic Biology class traveled to Alder and Flat Run. They participated in a stream study with state park educators Suzann,...

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CSOs run STEAM booths at STEAM Night and teach kids about pipettes, bridges, and fingerpainting.
Full STEAM Ahead
Skyler Hebel, Staff Writer • February 28, 2025

Chief Science Officers (CSO) is a club whose members promote Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) within the school and community....

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Artificial intelligence is getting popular and is in most technology to help make our lives easier.
AI Use In Schools
Tyler Chilcote, Staff Writer • February 25, 2025

In schools and our daily lives, generative artificial intelligence has come into the picture in many ways. Generative AI is being used to create assignments,...

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Spring weather is finally here, which comes with new movie releases for 2026
Spring 2026’s Most Anticipated Movie Releases
Tyler Chilcote, Editor • March 30, 2026

As the winter season comes to an end, the spring weather is here, which means spring release movies are finally here. There are many releases from care-free...

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The group of seven Warrior musicans positioned in front of the PMEA sign during the district festival.
PMEA Music Festival Challenges and Inspires Student Musicians
Addison Collar, Staff Writer • March 18, 2026

This year, the band proudly sent seven students to the PMEA District Band Festival, exceeding the school's quota of five participants. Representing the...

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Joyce Manor releases their 7th studio album after a four-year hiatus.
Joyce Manor Album Review: I Used to Go to This Bar
Addison Collar, Staff Writer • March 5, 2026

After four years without a new album, Joyce Manor dropped an album titled “I Used to Go to This Bar” on January 30, 2026. Joyce Manor fits within...

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Megadeth captured performing at the O2 Arena, London, 26 2025

Image cred: Justice for the Beholder of the Harvester of Blackened Straw
Megadeth Album Review: Megadeth
Addison Collar, Staff Writer • February 10, 2026

It’s the end of an era. After more than four decades and 17 studio albums, Megadeth has come to the end of their career with this self-titled album featuring...

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Pictured on the cover of the memoir is author Mayci Neeley.
Book Review: Told You So
Isabella Koleno, Staff Writer • March 19, 2026

Since it is Women’s Appreciation Month, it is the perfect time to review a book about a woman’s experience. Mayci Neeley published her memoir in October of 2025. The book...

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Stranger Things season five finally concluded the nearly 10-year saga.
Stranger Things Season Five Review
Tyler Chilcote, Editor • February 12, 2026

After years of waiting for the final season, many fans were left disappointed. Viewers thought it was rushed, and there were too many plot holes. Season five carried the heavy...

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Tim Burton's follow-up "Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice is in theaters now.
Movie Review: “Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice”
Cheyenne Koppenhaver, Staff Writer • September 11, 2024

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”, directed by Tim Burton, hit theaters on September 6th. Released by Warner Bros. Pictures, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”, also known as Beetlejuice...

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Artists rendition of Billie Eilish from her album cover of Happier Than Ever.
Billie Eilish Gets Vulnerable on “Hit Me Hard and Soft”
Mazi Bender, Staff Writer • May 28, 2024

Billie Eilish is an American singer and songwriter who has been widely known since 2015 when she dropped her debut single "Ocean Eyes" which was written by her brother Finneas...

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About Warrior Watch
About Warrior Watch

Warrior Watch is the official student news site of West Branch Area Senior High School, established during the 2018-2019 academic year. With a strong commitment...

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Student created podcasts foster skills like creativity, collaboration, and global awareness.
Exploring Mental Health in Romeo and Juliet: A Student Analysis Podcast – 2026
March 31, 2026

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Spring weather is finally here, which comes with new movie releases for 2026
Spring 2026’s Most Anticipated Movie Releases
Tyler Chilcote, Editor • March 30, 2026

As the winter season comes to an end, the spring weather is here, which means spring release movies are finally here. There are many releases from care-free movies, such as The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, to action-packed movies...

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Looking to give a gift this holiday? Check out this list of popular, fun gifts for your friends and family.
2025 Christmas Gift Guide
Gracie Eyerly , Editor • December 12, 2025

As the holiday season approaches, it might be stressful trying to find the perfect gift for everyone. Let's dive into the perfect gift ideas that people are actually asking for this Christmas.  One of the biggest trends...

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Sign marking the entrance to Ralph’s Majestic Vista trail in Black Moshannon State Forest.
Fall Hiking in Moshannon State Forest
Keegan Reitz, Staff Writer • November 21, 2025

Ralph’s Majestic Vista is an entire 41.8-mile-long loop trail that is particularly beautiful in the fall, but don't be mistaken: in the winter, with the white glowing snow on the ground and in the trees, it's something...

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