by Jack Palazzi | Mar 28, 2019 | Laker Spotlight
In this edition of Laker in the Spotlight, we had the pleasure of interviewing Mountain Lakes High School alumnus Jeff Shirk (‘96). Since the inception of the lacrosse program in Mountain Lakes, there has always been an extensive group of talented athletes to grace...
by Jack Palazzi | Jan 23, 2019 | Laker Spotlight
Throughout the years, countless Mountain Lakes High School Alumni have achieved success in a variety of fields. While many of these individuals developed their careers in traditional industries, some forged new and creative paths. Among the latter is television host...
by Jack Palazzi | Dec 10, 2018 | Laker Spotlight
Mountain Lakes High School is renowned for its top-notch athletic programs. While the number of sports represented has grown over the years, there is one athletic discipline that still does not have a presence: gymnastics. While this may present a roadblock for some,...
by Jack Palazzi | Jun 11, 2018 | Laker Spotlight
It was our pleasure to interview Michele (’78) and Owen (’78) Rankin for our Laker in the Spotlight Series. Michele and Owen live in Boonton Township and have three adult children; Kevin (’09), Mark (’11) and Zoe (’13). We interviewed...
by Jack Palazzi | May 25, 2018 | Laker Spotlight
In Mountain Lakes, there has always been an abundance of multi-talented individuals, but there is perhaps no more quintessential renaissance man than alumnus Larry Blake (MLHS ‘65). After moving to town in 1957 at age 10, Larry entered the fifth grade at Lake Drive...
by Jack Palazzi | May 10, 2018 | Laker Spotlight
It was our pleasure to interview author John Leland for this edition of Laker in the Spotlight. As an accomplished New York Times author, Leland’s career in writing is rivaled by few. His recently published book, “Happiness Is a Choice You Make: Lessons from a Year...
