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Empty Lifeguard Chair: An empty lifeguard chair at Gulf Beach. Photo Courtesy: Melissa Santos, September 17, 2021.

Summer Jobs: Students Balance School and Work

Melissa Santos, Staff Writer | September 21, 2021

     Summer jobs can be a significant part of high school students' lives. Even though some can argue about the downside of summer jobs, there are many benefits as to why every student should have one.      Mrs. Giustino, school counselor at Foran, says, “Summer jobs teach students a sense...

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The Big Red Apple: The apple statue at the Bishop’s Orchards Farm Market and Winery in Guilford, CT. Photo courtesy: Christine Nieman, September 12, 2021.

Fall in CT: Affordable and Enjoyable Activities

Connor Nieman and Azam Hostetler | September 21, 2021

     Fall in Connecticut is when families get together and take part in seasonal activities to celebrate the changing of the seasons. With the transition from summer to fall, many events begin to gain popularity due to their association with autumn.      When the seasons change, Halloween becomes...

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Game Day Ready: NFL football fan Joseph DeFreitas poses with his Alvin Kamara jersey in hopes for a Week One win.

The Kickoff: NFL Week One Recap

Brian Massey and Cal Wrigley | September 18, 2021

     The 2021 NFL season has officially kicked off to the delight of many. As several Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, this year brings back the excitement and energy of being at a football game, including full capacity stadiums for fans to enjoy. For this reason, fans are anxious and hopeful...

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New Members of the Pride: Foran welcomes eight new teachers to its faculty in the 2021-2022 school year. Photo Courtesy: Mrs. Lisa Farrell, August 30, 2021.

Fresh Faces at Foran High

Several Teachers Begin a New Step in Their Career
Sean Ayoub and Bella Mema | September 17, 2021

     Each year, Foran welcomes new teachers, representing a wide variety of subjects and grade levels. This year, the school welcomed eight new teachers.       One of several changes this year includes founder of the Foran orchestra program, Mr. Steven Juhasz, who will now be teaching at all...

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Touchdown: Foran football wins 43 to 18 against Lyman Hall last Friday.

Touchdown: Foran Football is Back in Action

Anthony Giordano, Business Manager and Editor | September 15, 2021

     The Foran football team exhausted the Lyman Hall Trojans 43 to 18 during their first game of the season on Friday night.       Captain Kyle Zarnoch states, “We had a great game. Looking forward to bringing this energy back home this Friday.”      In the early minutes of the game,...

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In Need of Some TLC: Foran’s media center prior to renovation. Photo courtesy: Olivia Salai, August 23, 2021.

Foran Provides TLC To Newly Coined “Teaching and Learning Commons”

Olivia Salai, Content Editor | September 14, 2021

     Throughout the 2020-2021 school year, the Foran media center operated on a digital basis to prioritize student safety. With the reversal of some Covid-19 protocols, online checkouts have been abandoned as most media centers revert back to the standard system.       While the likely return...

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Joseph A. Foran on the last day of school for 2020-21. Photo Courtesy: Connor Nieman, June 15, 2021.

What Will Next School Year Look Like?

Ava Candido and Dean Ross | June 15, 2021

     Obviously, this school year has been very different from the past. Will things go back to normal next school year? A lot of Foran students have contrasting thoughts about what school is going to be like for the upcoming 2021-2022 school year.       Freshman Maia Matula states, “I think...

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Foran getting the ball during the game against Amity. Photo Courtesy: Maria Crocco, May 8.

Wrapping Up Girls’ Lacrosse

Cameron Lefebvre | June 14, 2021

     Foran girls' lacrosse has been a relatively new program at Foran high school, being a part of Foran’s spring sports options for 7 years. This year, the girls lacrosse team had the ability to play a full season, which was not the case last year when COVID-19 shut down schools and sports. The...

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Enjoy the summer by going to the beach. Photo courtesy: Olivia Connelly, June 5.

Enjoying Summer Activities

Olivia Connelly and Carly Zieman | June 14, 2021

     There are many fun activities to do this summer, despite the Covid-19 pandemic. Some summer activities include going to the beach with friends, getting ice cream, going to a carnival, having a picnic, or even going on vacation.       Going to the beach is always fun, especially in Milford....

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The Front of Foran High School. Photo Courtesy: Jacob Papazoglou, May 23, 2021.

Alumni Sendoffs

Former Lions Give Advice
Jacob Papazoglou | June 11, 2021

     As the class of 2021 gets ready to graduate, many are nervous about what to do in their first year of college or the workforce.  Advice from people who have already completed their college years is vital. Numerous Foran graduates, ranging from the class of 2020 all the way back to the class...

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A place where all of your dreams can come true: Organic Hair By Ashley Interior. Photo Courtesy: Haylee Little, June 10, 2021.

Milford Small Business: Organic Hair by Ashley

Nina Torgerson | June 10, 2021

     Having trouble finding a salon that has high standards for both hair and morals? Well, look no further than the Devon area of Milford, where Organic Hair by Ashley, a salon focused on sustainable, organic practices is located. A short drive from the frequented Walnut Beach, Ashley and Haylee...

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Asian market located at 804 Boston Post Road.

Keeping Up With the Old M&M Farms

Luca Ubaldi and Anthony Giordano | June 10, 2021

     M&M Farms was a local market that sold produce and other groceries at 804 Boston Post Road Milford. After 20 years of business, they closed their doors in 2011 as it became too expensive to run. After five years of sitting vacant, the company iFresh saw an opportunity for this building. iFresh...

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