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In addition to a sparkling new track, Nonnewaug as a host site offers generous seating, accessible restrooms, and ample parking.

[Photo] Bellagamba: Nonnewaug Should Host the BL Track Championships

February 16, 2023
Senior Charlotte D’Alexander getting hit in the face during an out of league matchups.

[Photo] Gengenbach: Out of This League More Than Just a Challenge

February 14, 2023
Nonnewaug will welcome back members of the 1970-71 and 1972-73 boys basketball teams when the Chiefs host Shepaug on Feb. 10.

[Photo] Nonnewaug’s ‘Golden Era’ Team Returns

February 10, 2023
Newports historic mansions are dressed up annually for the holidays, which students got to see on the Nov. 21 field trip.

[Photo] Students and Staff Soak in History of Newport

January 19, 2023
Nonnewaug music teacher Jason Bouchard, right, poses with the Tri-M Music Honor Society last year.

[Photo] Bouchard, Nonnewaug’s Musical Savant, Blends Passion with Profession

January 19, 2023
A young Danni Syrotiak poses with one of her baby goats.

[Photo] Syrotiak Breaks from Herd with Unrivaled Passion

January 17, 2023
Maddie Orosz, center, poses for a photo next to social studies teacher Kyle Brannan, left, and athletic director Declan Curtin as she signs to play softball for SUNY Cobleskill next season.

[Photo] 7 Nonnewaug Seniors Officially Join the NCAA Level

January 17, 2023
The Genders and Sexualities Club meets in the CCRC every Monday after school.

[Photo] GSA Promotes Action and Acceptance

January 17, 2023
Five of the six members of Nonnewaug gymnastics, from left, Caroline Martinetto, Leah Murphy, Veronika Nicholas, Kylie Sherwill, and Emily Crawford.

[Photo] Small in Numbers, Big in Heart: Nonnewaug Gymnastics Overcomes Obstacles to Compete

January 12, 2023
Kayci Hungerfords love for agriculture stems from her relationship with her sister, a relationship that was strengthened while her sister taught on campus.

[Photo] Kayci Hungerford’s Walk from the Shadows and into the Spotlight

January 9, 2023
Nonnewaug senior Zoe Inglis, left, is a lacrosse goalie who will play next year at Merrimack College.

[Photo] Inglis’ Lacrosse Dreams Started at Age 5

January 5, 2023
Pieger sets up for a pitch while catching. His leadership behind the plate is a strong characteristic of his.

[Photo] A True Slice of Pie: Mason Pieger

December 20, 2022
Ethan Ray in his Marines uniform with his girlfriend. Ethan has been a role model for Emmet throughout the years.

[Photo] A Familial Legacy Of Service: Emmet Ray

December 20, 2022
Anna Solicito uses her skills from Nonnewaugs veterinary science class in the workplace.

[Photo] Solicito Equal Parts Mysterious and Personable

January 9, 2023
John Paul Cuccia runs in for his fourth touchdown vs. Platt Tech.

[Photo] Captain Cuccia Balances Leadership and Responsibility

December 16, 2022
Azem Frangu stands on Nonnewaug turf field before a game with Matthew Canonico to his left. These good friends have enjoyed spending time on the field together.

[Photo] The Man Behind the Hair: Azem Frangu

December 16, 2022
Sarandrea is helpful in her agriculture production class in many ways including being one of the main alpaca tamers.

[Photo] Sarandrea Sets Eyes on FFA Chapter Office

December 14, 2022
Michaela Pellino and Emily Lungarini have taken multiple trips to Walt Disney World, most recently in April of 2022. They enjoyed attending the 50th anniversary celebration at Magic Kingdom Park as well as experiencing all the limited time 50th anniversary events and activities.

[Photo] Musical Mastermind Lungarini Turns Passion into a Lifestyle

December 8, 2022
Eight seniors will graduate from the Nonnewaug field hockey team, leaving a gap in the roster that the Chiefs will have to fill next fall.

[Photo] Tiny But Mighty: Field Hockey Team Anticipates Low Numbers for Next Season

November 28, 2022
Members of the NHS choir and orchestra performed their own arrangements of classic movie songs. Their finale was a medley of songs from La La Land.

[Photo] ‘An Afternoon at the Movies’ with the NHS Music Department

November 22, 2022
Rico Brogna plays during Watertowns Thanksgiving football game in 1986 against Torrington.

[Photo] Brogna’s Back: Former MLB Player Returns to NWU Sideline

November 10, 2022
Nonnewaug students, along with math teacher Jamie Lisevick, pose in pink during the Oct. 28 pink-out at Nonnewaug. Proceeds benefited the Cancer Couch Foundation.

[Photo] Pink-Out Raises Nearly $2,000 for the Cancer Couch Foundation

November 10, 2022
Many Nonnewaug clubs set up for Trick or Treat Street on Oct. 29.

[Photo] NHS News: Fall Spirit Week Edition

November 1, 2022
Pictured, last years FFA Chapter Officer Team that competed in Indianapolis. This years group features 38 FFA members whose trip will coincide with homecoming.

[Photo] FFA Convention Teams to Celebrate Homecoming in Their Own Way

October 24, 2022
Sarah and members of the Meat Judging team take notes and learn from an employee at Labonnes before the 2021 state competition. Sarah is grateful for industry experts helping her deepen her passion for food science.

[Photo] Walsh Sisters to Take on National FFA Convention

October 18, 2022
The floriculture class didnt make just centerpieces or bouquets. They made different arrangements like this one, hanging off the chair during the ceremony.

[Photo] Floriculture Students Decorate Cremeans’ Wedding

October 7, 2022
Last year’s Unified basketball team poses group photo after their annual faculty basketball game.

[Photo] Nonnewaug Unified Earns Second National Champion Banner

October 5, 2022
Adam Brutting, right, greets players during a game last season. Brutting stepped down from coaching the Chiefs after 10 seasons with the program.

[Photo] Brutting Steps Down from Coaching Girls Basketball Team

October 3, 2022
Sophmore Block, Chapter Officers, and FFA advisors pose after completing the first FFA meeting of the year Sept. 21. These monthly meetings are a staple of the agriscience program, but those not involved in the program may be confused on what these are.

[Photo] Behind the Doors: What Happens at an FFA Meeting?

October 2, 2022
The Woodbury FFA Timber Team is one of Nonnewaugs newest clubs.

[Photo] Club Fair Highlights Activities for Underclassmen

September 29, 2022
The instrumental musicians thrived off the attention and praise from members of the community as they marched for the first time this past spring. Their confidence gained from the community support has allowed them to push their friends to join as well and build up the program.

[Photo] NHS Music Evolves with Combined Orchestra

September 29, 2022
Jocelyn Jacques from Wamogo was amungst the group of high school students that competed in the adult timber sports competition at the Bethlehem fair. She is grateful for the opporuntiy to test her skills against the pros and is excited for the rest of her season.

[Photo] Students Take on Timber Sports Professionals at Bethlehem Fair

September 26, 2022
Abigail Risi and Jill Fitzgerald from the Woodbury FFA Timber Team compete in the log roll event, under instruction of Andrew Zielinski, who has his back to the camera. It is crucial to keep the log from falling off the rails to be successful in this competition.

[Photo] Timber Team Recap: Battle at Bethlehem

September 23, 2022
Leah Quijano and Jacob Wells soak in the morning glow.

[Photo] Class of 2023 Rises with Sun for Senior Sunrise

September 15, 2022
Chloe Weaver poses with some of the goats in her herd. Chloes herd lives in her backyard where she cares for them and works with them to get them show ready every year.

[Photo] Weaver, ‘Rooted in Agriculture,’ Elected FFA Sophomore Block President

June 14, 2022
Dylan Chung, who had three hits and four RBI, and Ben Conti, who allowed four hits in a complete-game effort, shared the teams player of the game honors.

[Photo] Sweet Revenge: Nonnewaug Baseball Starts with a Bang

April 11, 2022
Nonnewaug junior Danni Syrotiak is one of the students who likes the 7:25 a.m. start rather than the idea of starting later in the morning.

[Photo] Should the School Day Start Earlier?

April 11, 2022
Friends say that Ryan Smith doesnt talk much about himself; he says its because he prefers to listen.

[Photo] Mysterious Smith Enjoys Strong Friendships

February 9, 2022
Karen Sandor almost went into history instead, but her love of European culture while growing up drew her into teaching Spanish at Nonnewaug.

[Photo] Growing Up in Europe Led Sandor to Spanish Career

February 7, 2022
Clearing snow from Nonnewaugs sidewalks is one of many behind-the-scenes jobs that the schools custodians perform.

[Photo] Behind the Scenes, Custodians Keep NHS in Top Shape

February 4, 2022
Nonnewaug digital design teacher and yearbook advisor Genna Riggi is well traveled, including multiple experiences in Italy.

[Photo] Riggi Lives Art, In and Out of School

January 27, 2022
Pillis pulls back on a bow during archery practice at Boy Scout Camp. This is one of the many activities that make Pillis so versatile.

[Photo] ‘Well Rounded’ Pillis Makes a Splash In and Out of the Pool

January 25, 2022
Braeden Purser-Eber trains for this upcoming season with his summer baseball team, the Clubhouse, which is the No. 2 ranked team in New England.

[Photo] Road to Commitment and the Ambitious Process to Reclassifying

January 25, 2022
The Nonnewaug boys soccer teams six seniors have clinched four Berkshire League titles in their four years playing high school soccer. This years seniors were, from left, Christo Jamo, Chris Culkin, Aiden Colby, Owen Hale, Brendan Burke, and Collin Bootsma. Coach Toby Denman is pictured at right.

[Photo] Final Goodbyes: Junior Fall Athletes Bid Farewell to Senior Teammates

December 3, 2021
The 1985 murder of former Middletown resident Lisa Berry remains unsolved. Information about her case is included in Connecticuts cold case playing cards, which are distributed to state inmates.

[Photo] MINI-DOC: Family Struggles with 35-Year-Old Cold Case

May 26, 2021
Nonnewaug principal Pam Sordi

[Photo] Principal Just One of Sordi’s Many Hats

March 9, 2021
Nonnewaug students, from left, Meghan and Hannah Kostka are spearheading a spirit week to raise money and awareness for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

[Photo] Spirit Week to Benefit Kostkas’ Charity Campaign

February 5, 2021
Sophomores on Jan. 23 toured Aqua Turf, one of the venues theyre considering for their 2023 senior prom.

[Photo] Sophomores Touring Venues for 2023 Prom

February 4, 2021
Jack Cronin, a 2020 Nonnewaug graduate, prepares his weapon for shooting qualifications last year at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Cronin is a combat engineer who enlisted for four years of active duty with the U.S. Marines.

[Photo] Students Considering Military Can Prep for March ASVAB

January 20, 2021
Franco Pannofino, a Nonnewaug senior and owner of Fino’s Landscaping, plows snow during a storm earlier this winter. Snowfall totals have fallen over the years, meaning plowing business can be less profitable.

[Photo] Less Snow Means Less Plowing, Income for Landscapers

January 14, 2021
Victoria Canonico scored five goals to earn All-State Second Team honors this past season.

[Photo] Total Package Earns Canonico All-State Field Hockey Honors

January 7, 2021
From left, Isabella Calvano, Amanda Taddeo, Victoria Canonico, and Lindiana Frangu purchased dresses for Nonnewaugs 2020 prom before it was cancelled. Upperclassmen are hoping their dresses wont go to waste again this spring.

[Photo] Dresses Hang in Balance with Uncertain Prom Status

January 5, 2021
Nonnewaug sophomores, from left, Dylan Chung, Zack Hellwinkle, Braeden Purser-Eber, Andrew Greene, and Ben Shea enjoyed a nighttime trip to Ski Sundown last year.

[Photo] Skiers Excited to Hit Slopes Amid Pandemic

January 5, 2021
Nonnewaug senior field hockey players Victoria Canonico, Stephanie DiSarro, Lola Taylor, and Isabella Calvano pose on senior night Nov. 2.

[Photo] Field Hockey Ends Season on Winning Note

November 25, 2020
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