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'Coming Soon' sign unveiled for new renovation.
Lakewood Common to Replace The Pit
Members of the Women in Politics event pose for a group photo.
Women in Politics
Photo outside of Lakewood High School cafeteria, where the community meeting was held.
Lakewood Residents Speak Up at District Community Meeting
Student Council decorating the cafeteria before the dance.
Lakewood High School Celebrates Homecoming
Mrs. Atfield signs out Addison Ward at the front desk of the new FSO, while Nevaeh Keith converses with the two.
Franklin School of Opportunity Finds a New Home at Lakewood High
From left: Seniors Mooler Dar, Moo Blue Soe, Louis Van Der Kuil, Lawrence Moore, and Seth Hammersmith.
Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team Takes Home a 2-0 Win on Senior Day
Girls tennis seniors with head coach Lucy Finnegan (left) and JV coach Becky Mittler (right).
Girls’ Tennis Senior Night Ends in a Sweep
Senior setter Erin Boyer reached 900 career assists.
From the Sidelines
The boys' cross country team had an impressive outing as varsity took 3rd place overall in a tough lineup of 18 teams.
From the Sidelines
As people walk up to enter the bleachers, the sidewalk is decorated to honor Senior Night
Lakewood Girls Lacrosse Season and the Celebration of Senior Night
Ariana celebrates her broken record in the Normandy gym.
From the Sidelines
Connor gets the 5k team ready to race.
From the Sidelines
Lakewood's volleyball team celebrates their win infront of Rocky River's statue.
From the Sidelines
Tessa throws the ball in.
From the Sidelines
One last team picture for the 2025 season.
From the Sidelines
Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" (2025)
Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another”
Justin Tipping's "HIM" (2025).
Justin Tipping’s “HIM”
Benjamin Caron's "Night Always Comes" (2025)
“Night Always Comes”
Darren Aronofsky’s “Caught Stealing” (2025).
Darren Aronofsky’s “Caught Stealing”
James Gunn's Superman (2025)
Superman (2025): A Reimagined Hero for Modern Times—Hope, Humanity, and the Power of Compassion
Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" (2025)
Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another”
Justin Tipping's "HIM" (2025).
Justin Tipping’s “HIM”
Benjamin Caron's "Night Always Comes" (2025)
“Night Always Comes”
Darren Aronofsky’s “Caught Stealing” (2025).
Darren Aronofsky’s “Caught Stealing”
James Gunn's Superman (2025)
Superman (2025): A Reimagined Hero for Modern Times—Hope, Humanity, and the Power of Compassion
The exterior of KB Confections, which opened in 2012.
The Heart Of KB Confections
Sara Suraces' cup of iced coffee that was mobilely ordered and brought from lunch.
Cups, Class, and Caffeine
Symphony and Camerata orchestras performing "Fire Dance."
Connections Between Orchestras
Students line up after an evening full of playing with the kids (Right to Left: Nyle Donaldson, Graham McAlvey, Carter McAlvey, Caden Sandoval, Riley Swift, Lilly Boland, Ruby McEwen, Liam Dowell, Delaney Rodgers, Vashti Arrow, Lyla Parkison, Sophia Eccher)
SALT Childcare for Round Table Event
Welcoming entrance to the open studios, located right behind Madison Park.
More Than a Studio: The Heartbeat of Lakewood’s Art Scene
Franklin School of Opportunity
Franklin School: A Legacy of Education and Change
My Travel Bucket List written on paper. There are list of wishes written on papers and placed inside the bucket.
My Bucket List Travels!
Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour Review
Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship Review
The Roaming Report
A couple of the fall menu drinks on display
The Brew Crew: Roasted
The outside of The Blue Café on Madison Avenue.
The Blue Café: Brewing a Community
Boom’s Pizza Brings Fresh Flavor and Community Spirit to Lakewood
Boom’s Pizza Brings Fresh Flavor and Community Spirit to Lakewood
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Honoring Our Seniors: A Year of Dedication and Gratitude
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Lakewood Legends: Unpacking the Stories of the 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
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Unveiling Viktor: The Legacy of Lakewood’s Beloved ‘Johnny Appleseed’
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The L-Room
Riley's first outfit consists of a tan cardigan paired with a white undershirt and blue jeans. Riley's accessories include necklaces and white Nike shoes. Photo credit: Madison Twining
The Riley Style
Delia's first outfit features an olive green tank top paired with khaki colored shorts. Delia's accessories include her necklace stack that she always wears. Photo credit: Madison Twining
The Delia Style
Alex's first outfit features a burgundy handmade (by Alex) sweater and cargo khaki pants with grey/black tennis shoes. Photo credit: Madison Twining
The Alex Style
Ameera's first outfit: A white, black, and tan floral shirt paired with white linen pants and chunky bracelets.
The Ameera Style
Elizabeth's first outfit consists of a grey fleece overcoat with a navy blue shirt underneath, dark-wash jeans, and a slicked back bun. Photo credit: Madison Twining
The Elizabeth Style
Second floor cell block
Abandoned: Cuyahoga County Juvenile Justice Center
Downtown Lakewood at night, seen from the roof of Lakewood Center North.
Lakewood, OH: History, Development, and Rising Prices
The corpse of Willson Middle School.
Echoes of Education
Satellite view of the Midwest region and its borders. -Google Earth
What Exactly Makes the Midwest the Midwest?
Residential security map created by the HOLC for Cleveland.
Redlining and How It Manifests in Cleveland
My Travel Bucket List written on paper. There are list of wishes written on papers and placed inside the bucket.
My Bucket List Travels!
Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour Review
Disney Fantasy Cruise Ship Review
The Roaming Report
Lakewood's Rockin' Roller-Coast
Lakewood’s Rockin’ Roller-Coast
Chicken Jockeys and Popcorn Carnage
Chicken Jockeys and Popcorn Carnage
Intercepted Signal
Intercepted Signal
Behind The Point: A Small Look From Cedar Point's Winter Chill-Out
Behind The Point: A Small Look From Cedar Point’s Winter Chill-Out
The Transgender Erasure
The Transgender Erasure
The student news organization for Lakewood High School

The Lakewood Times
The student news organization for Lakewood High School

The Lakewood Times
Rocco Awad

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor/Writer ‘Rocco’s Reviews’

Rocco is a sophomore in his second year on staff. He plays trumpet in the Lakewood Marching Band. Eight of his articles from his section, “Rocco’s Reviews,” have been featured on Best of SNO. In his free time, he enjoys listening to and making music, as well as watching movies.

All content by Rocco Awad
Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another" (2025)

Paul Thomas Anderson’s “One Battle After Another”

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
October 7, 2025
Justin Tipping's "HIM" (2025).

Justin Tipping’s “HIM”

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
October 1, 2025
Benjamin Caron's "Night Always Comes" (2025)

“Night Always Comes”

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
September 18, 2025
Darren Aronofsky’s “Caught Stealing” (2025).

Darren Aronofsky’s “Caught Stealing”

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
September 15, 2025
James Gunn's Superman (2025)

Superman (2025): A Reimagined Hero for Modern Times—Hope, Humanity, and the Power of Compassion

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
July 20, 2025
The Phoenician Scheme

Wes Anderson’s The Phoenician Scheme: A Vibrant, Whimsical Tale of Power, Family, and Artistic Mastery

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
July 15, 2025
Final Destination: Bloodlines

Final Destination Bloodlines: Compelling Characters and Creative Kills

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
May 21, 2025
"Thunderbolts*"

“Thunderbolts*”: Redefining Heroism with Heart, Humor, and Humanity

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
May 7, 2025
"Sinners"

“Sinners”: Not the Average Horror Movie

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
April 28, 2025
"Hell Of A Summer"

“Hell Of A Summer”: Carnage, Camp Counselors, and Coming-of-Age Chaos

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
April 16, 2025
"A Minecraft Movie"

“A Minecraft Movie”: A Flawed Lover Letter to Minecraft Fans

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
April 7, 2025
"The Alto Knights"

“The Alto Knights”: A Stylish Blend of Mafia History and Cinematic Mastery

Rocco Awad, Editor A&E
April 2, 2025
"Snow White"

“Snow White”: A Whimsical Yet Flawed Live-Action Retelling

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
March 27, 2025
"The Electric State"

“The Electric State:” A Predictable Dystopian Tale of Robots and Family

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
March 20, 2025
"Novocaine"

“Novocaine”: A Pain-Free Adventure That Balances Action, Humor, and Heart

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
March 17, 2025
"Mickey 17"

Mickey 17: Exploring Humanity and Rebirth

Rocco Awad, staff
March 12, 2025
Evelyn Lardi plays a solo, keeping the audience entertained

[Photo] Lakewood Jazz Festival: Bringing Student Musicians Together

Julia Thomas, staff writer
March 6, 2025
"The Monkey"

The Monkey: Bringing Humor to Horror

Rocco Awad, Section Editor A&E
February 25, 2025
"Captain America: Brave New World"

The Highs and Lows of Captain America: Brave New World

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
February 18, 2025
"One of Them Days"! Sony Pictures 2025 film starring Keke Palmer and SZA

“One of Them Days”

Rocco Awad, A&E Editor
February 17, 2025
The Poster for "The Mouse Trap"

Monsters, Murderers, and Mickey: Blurring the Lines Between Disney and Horror

Rocco Awad, staff writer
January 27, 2025

Nosferatu: A Disturbing Retelling of a Horror Classic

Rocco Awad, staff writer
January 7, 2025
A McRib McDonalds Meal

The McRib: McDonald’s Menu Mystery

Rocco Awad, staff
December 12, 2024

Lights, Camera, Community: Lakewood High’s Film Club Unites Movie Lovers

Rocco Awad, staff
November 21, 2024
Boombox teaching the group about Audio Flowers

“How to Make Audio Flowers” Brings Dystopian Rebellion to Lakewood High

Rocco Awad, staff writer
November 12, 2024
John Grasso and Henry "Hank" Janko going door to door collecting donations and handing out pamphlets.

Feet to the Streets

Rocco Awad, staff writer
November 1, 2024
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