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Posted on December 4, 2013December 4, 2013 by: Bryan Acosta

From Black Friday to Grey Thursday

It’s that time of the year again to cut the turkey, mash the potatoes, steam the corn, simmer the gravy, bake those sweet bread rolls and give thanks for it all. However, many employees will be missing out on precious family time now that franchises are opening stores for door-buster deals as early as the day before Black Friday.

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Posted on December 4, 2013December 4, 2013 by: Bryan Acosta

More than just a gaming console

After a good eight-year run the Xbox 360 is stepping down from the throne as Microsoft’s top gaming console to make way for the all-new Xbox One. The Xbox One has been released and is now taking over living rooms worldwide.

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Posted on December 4, 2013January 22, 2014 by: Bryan Acosta

New track coach brings years of experience

Pasadena City College has named Cedric Hill as the new men’s and women’s track and field coach.

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Posted on December 4, 2013 by: Daron Grandberry

Lancers’ goalie recognized

This season Perez set the Lancer record as the all-time leader in saves (183) and shutouts (10).

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Posted on December 4, 2013January 22, 2014 by: Aubrey Quezada

Aspiring Aerospace Scholar fights to beat the odds

Nestled in a comfortable corner of Pasadena, a small city on a big planet that’s part of a vast, ever-changing universe, is Sarkis Tashjian, who may have the chance to take part in space exploration through NASA’s National Community College Aerospace Scholars Program.

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Posted on December 4, 2013December 5, 2013 by: Daron Grandberry

Tough defeat for Lancers’ volleyball

The Lancers’ volleyball team looked poised for a deep run in this year’s SoCal Regional Playoffs.

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Posted on December 4, 2013January 22, 2014 by: Samantha Molina

“Family Circles” challenges student actors

“What would my life be if I had married someone else?” This is the question posed by Alan Ayckbourn’s play “Family Circles” which opened on Nov. 22.

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Posted on December 4, 2013December 4, 2013 by: Paul Ochoa

Student Health Services promotes smoke free campus

Student Health Services coordinated the event with the emphasis on promoting the campus going smoke free next year and also informing students and staff on the dangers of smoking and encouraging them to quit.

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Posted on December 4, 2013December 5, 2013 by: Philip McCormick

Men’s soccer gets eliminated in first round playoffs

After making two spectacular leaping saves, goalie Gaetano Perez, who made seven saves in all during the game, couldn’t turn away the goal that ended the Lancers’ season.

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Posted on December 4, 2013January 22, 2014 by: Philip McCormick

English teacher allegedly found innocent

English instructor Mark McQueen received a letter from the college stating that he has been found innocent of all accusations that he attacked a student, according to a union official.

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In a clash pivotal to conference standings, PCC fe In a clash pivotal to conference standings, PCC fell short of a comeback against Cerritos following a failed trick play on 1st and goal from the 1. Despite the loss, the Lancers showed spark on offense and special teams as they look forward to their matchup against Fullerton this week. 

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✍️ Written By: Alyssa Ellington & Aaron Serrano
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This morning, the college sent out an email inform This morning, the college sent out an email informing faculty and students of the resignation of now former PCC Chief of Police Steven Matchan who is currently at the center of a lawsuit along with the college and other officials based on allegations of sexual harassment by six current and former female Campus Police employees.

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✍️ Written By: Maryam Tall & Taylor Fitzgerald 
📸 Photo By: Daniel Nerio 

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During the week of September 28th, there were repo During the week of September 28th, there were reports made by someone reporting that they were being stalked on campus. Other incidents reported during the week stated that an individual was arrested, cited, and released by campus police for public intoxication.

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✍️ Written By: Rorey Sotela
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On what was a cloudy and drizzly afternoon, Mt. Wi On what was a cloudy and drizzly afternoon, Mt. Wilson’s Observatory hosted their last “Matinees on the Mountain” screening of the season. The Observatory has held these screenings of older films since October of last year, aiming to get more people interested in going up to the mountain and learn more of its history. The event is set to return in May of 2027.

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✍️ Written By: Biankah Anderson
📸 Photo By: Biankah Anderson

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PCC football made their way to Golden West College PCC football made their way to Golden West College in what was sure to be a competitive matchup as both teams carried a winning streak heading into the game. The Lancers strong first quarter wrote the script for the remainder of the game as they never gave Golden West the opportunity to catch their breath. Staff writer Henry Horn breaks down all the pivotal moments that occurred in the game while highlighting what led the Lancers to victory. 

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✍️ Written By: Henry Horn
📸 Photo By: Henry Horn

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James Gunn’s ‘Lanterns’ hit the mark on many areas James Gunn’s ‘Lanterns’ hit the mark on many areas that fans of the Green Lantern IP have come to expect, yet the show’s production ultimately held back the full potential that could’ve been explored. Staff writer Guy Roots-Stevens breaks down the show’s up’s and down’s, elaborating on what made it an excellent adaptation while still having plenty of room for improvement. 

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✍️ Written By: Guy Roots-Stevens
🖼️ Illustration By: Maryam Tall

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