Science teacher Eva Acton with Sam O’Farrell, from Drumcree, on left, and on right, Connor Cassidy, whose project is the cleverly-titled ‘Gaitkeeper’.

A new graphic novel both celebrates and demystifies the colorful frontier icon, while also correcting some of her taller tales. By Michael Wallis Lola Lafon’s book “When You Listen to This Song” is a ...

We asked you to vote on the best films of the year. The results ranged from big box office hits to small art-house indies. By Stephanie Goodman Many of the year’s best series seemed to be in ...

This is what the Defector staff read and enjoyed in 2025. The Trials of Gabriel Ward Murder Mystery Series, by Sally Smith ...