By Matthew Saari The Whitehall High School parking lot was jammed with cars and the auditorium was crammed with people last Saturday – but then again that’s to be expected for Whitehall’s annual Distinguished Young Women competition. This year’s competition was a lively nail-biter, and when Mistress of Ceremonies Peggy Sparano announced that Olivia Dudley […]
Whitehall’s finest take stage Saturday

By Matthew Saari Seven distinguished young women from Whitehall will take the stage this Saturday to showcase their talents, smarts, dedication and commitment in front of an adoring crowd. This year’s Distinguished Young Women competition consists of seven girls, all juniors at Whitehall High School, who not only excel in and out of the classroom […]
Whitehall’s Brooks wins state DYW crown

By Dan King Whitehall’s own Lexy Brooks is the most Distinguished Young Woman in New York State. Brooks, who won Whitehall’s Distinguished Young Women program in April, took the state crown last Saturday at Cohoes High School. “It really means a lot, honestly,” Brooks said. “I just wanted to do the best I could and […]