Author's note: This is my first story, (in the Harry Potter section, not my very first story,) so I'm going to give special thanks to anyone who reviews before the second chapter goes up, just FYI.
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Introducing Owlstone
Owlstone Academy of Magic Opens!
by Laurae Reets
Five years ago, wizard-kind wouldn't've ever thought it possible that there would be a safer place in the word than Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. But on September 1st this year, the official British wizarding school changes to Owlstone Academy of Magic. A representative from the Ministry's Department of Security said, "Owlstone is safer than anyplace else. Enchantments that were put on Hogwarts have been replaced with more powerful spells on Owlstone. I can assure you of that; I, myself, witnessed Harry Potter help with the charming of the school. Despite popular belief, Owlstone is more secure than Hogwarts. For example, the defensive charms on Hogwarts only work as long as the school is occupied by wizards for at least eight months of the year. Experts predict that the spells on Owlstone will last forever. Owlstone is Muggle-Repellent, where Hogwarts was simply disguised. At some point, a Muggle charity will come along and decide to do something about the falling-down shack disguise on Hogwarts. If a Muggle charity were to come near Owlstone, they would remember another project that needs to get done, and rush off. Owlstone is clearly superior. The Ministry wishes all students a productive first year at the new school.
Last Monday, this reporter enjoyed the privilege of touring the school for herself. I can tell students not only is their new school more secure, but it has the finest facilities of any school. Students will enjoy cushioned seats, graffiti-proof desks, a professional-standard Quidditch arena with crystal stands, as well as luxurious classes and dormitories. The library currently contains only the most up-to-date books in pristine condition.
Owlstone is expected to lower student costs. Students no longer have to purchase textbooks and cauldrons; the school has enough to provide each student with one for the years of their enrollment.
Even with the update from Hogwarts, some are not happy about the change. Rubeus Hagrid, part of the Hogwart's faculty for over twenty years, told reporters, "Hogwarts is me home." Although many will miss the old school, the majority of wizards trust that the Ministry's decision to replace Hogwarts is for the best.
Gently placing the article down, young Lily Potter sniffled. "I wanted to go to Hogwarts!" she remorsed.
Harry sat down beside his daughter. "It's okay, Lily. Tell you what, I can take you for a tour around Hogwarts. They're not really going to tear the place down; too much of wizarding history happened there. You'll still get as good of magical training at Owlstone. I know many of Hogwart's old professors have transferred there.
"Promise you'll take me to see Hogwarts?"
"Yeah, I promise."