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Colt Chronicle

Nick Canariato dribbles the ball in win against Hanover Park.

Colts Win in Dramatic Fashion

Scott Sanczyk, Editor February 9, 2024

KINNELON, NJ.- The Kinnelon Colts were led by a three-man attack on Feb. 8 in their 75-73 overtime win over the Hanover Park Hornets. Junior Ryan Geng along with seniors Dylan Charles and Nick Canariato combined for 65 of the...

Senior Matt Kispert spots senior Dylan Charles as he benches.

Exploring Gym Culture at KHS

The Colt Chronicle Editorial Team February 8, 2024

Adviser’s Note: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this opinion article belong solely to the author and do not reflect the view of The Colt Chronicle Staff, Kinnelon High School, or its students and staff members.    When...

Offensive lineman and players crowd around Kinnelon Coach Jake Grande in the last 1:37 of Kinnelon vs. Pequannock.

A Competition Beyond The Field

Nicholas Maksimov, Local/World News Editor February 3, 2024

High school rivalries have to be some of the most exciting parts of secondary schooling: two teams, town communities, and identities clash before a crowd, showcasing their awesome talent. However, no rivalries hit as close to...

Anthony Colebella wrestling a college opponent.

How the Student Became The Teacher

Izza Raza, Staff Reporter February 2, 2024

As you enter the gym, the unmistakable scent of wrestling mats and the tang of sweat fills the air. The bleachers are packed with spirited students and supportive families, their cheers echoing off the gymnasium walls. The mats,...

Album cover for MGMT's new album "Loss of Life"

MGMT Upcoming Album Release

Julia Mieczkowski, Staff Reporter February 2, 2024

MGMT’s new album release “Loss of Life” comes out on all platforms (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.) on February 23, 2024, as a follow-up to their most famous single “Little Dark Age.” Fans' favorite duo Andrew VanWyngarden...

A wide-shot look of Mountain Creek during a snowy Winter.

After-School Slopes

Madison Bsales, Editor January 31, 2024

Kinnelon High School has opened up a weekly after-school activity/ opportunity for students in middle school and high school interested in skiing and snowboarding during the winter season. Last winter, teacher and staff member...

Colin Hertzberg takes a 3-point shot on a Saturday morning KRec Basketball game in the PRM gym.

The Community Created from “The Kave”

Jake Piccola, Staff Reporter January 31, 2024

  3…2…1…NYLON! Kinnelon Recreational Basketball(KRec) has taken Kinnelon by storm as it has become one of the more popular recreational sports among all grade levels in Kinnelon. KRec includes students from grades...

This image shows the kids in the Rwandan Genocide

Unraveling Rwanda and Congo Conflict: 1994 to 2023

Shreyasi Sharma, Staff Reporter January 31, 2024

The conflict in the eastern DRC dates way back to 1994, resulting in the deaths of more than six million people. The drastically increasing tension resulted in another war that started in October 2023. The following are a few...

Piccolo’s drum set at home.

Percussionists With A Passion

Kristina Haviland, Editor-in-Chief January 31, 2024

As students make the transition from middle school to high school, they must decide whether to continue with certain electives such as choir or band, while juggling the balance of required academic courses.  For freshmen Luca...

Freshman Wrestler Polina Shardakova-Scorzafava competes in a wrestling match

Stepping Onto the Mat

Sabrina Lopez and Sam Galarosa January 28, 2024

Breathe in, breathe out. This is no time for excuses. She envisions the match, running through her best moves and combinations in her mind. The sound of her footsteps resounds against the floor as she makes her way to the center...

Students can be deeply affected by lower amounts of sun like depression and tiredness.

The Effects of Running off Nine Hours of Daylight

Peyton Triano, Staff Reporter January 27, 2024

The weather has gotten colder, meaning it is now winter. What sometimes feels like the three longest months of the year have arrived. This brings the sun rising around 7 a.m. and setting at around 4:30 p.m. This is only nine hours...

 Left to right: Ryan Geng, Zach Grande, Nick Canariato, Jace Marone, Dylan Charles, and Coach Dave Kessinger after Canariatos 1000th point game

A ‘Grand’ Moment

Riley Darlington, A & E Editor January 26, 2024

With a lot of hard work and dedication, senior Nick Canariato scored his 1000th point of his Kinnelon High School basketball career on Jan. 17 at Pequannock High School. Canariato joined the KHS “1k Club,” where he was cheered...

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