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Enjoying the Outdoors: Mr. Phelan poses in front of the mountains at Yosemite Park after a successful hike participating in another one of his many hobbies. Photo Courtesy: Zachary Phelan.

Teacher Spotlight: Former Alumni Mr. Zach Phelan

Continues to Impact Students Through Teaching and Coaching
Haley Flynn and Eliot Poffenberger | November 16, 2020

     Mr. Zachary Phelan is one of Foran’s new teachers this year but is definitely not new to the community or Milford. Phelan is an alumni of the class of 2010 and grew up right down the road. He teaches three courses in the history department; including Model UN, World History, and U.S History....

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A Brilliant Ball Handler: Senior Lauren Heenan dribbles the ball down the court for Foran on offense. Photo courtesy: Lauren Heenan, Nov. 11, 2020

How Covid-19 is Affecting the WNBA

Connor Nieman, Staff Writer | November 16, 2020

     The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) has been providing people in the United States and around the world with sports entertainment for years, but this year things are a little different due to the global Covid-19 pandemic.      The WNBA was approved by the NBA Board of Governors...

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The wrestling team poses after placing second this past year at the Class M state Championship.
February 22, 2020, Foran Wrestling Team at Guilford High School being runner up in the Class M State Championship. Photo Courtesy: Coach David Esposito.

Wrestling Team Taking On A Challenging Season

Luca Marinelli and Nathan Wolfe | November 16, 2020

     With many unanswered questions about the wrestling season, the team is putting in countless hours of hard work to get a season and to make the best out of it.        They are looking to have another winning season returning as Class M State Champions, led by Head Coach David Esposito,...

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De Stress by Reading: Love, by Jerry Spinelli. Photo courtesy: Kaleigh Porcu, November 11, 2020.

Living A Low Stress Life

Kaleigh Porcu and Jocelyn Gonzalez | November 15, 2020

     Stress can have a big impact on the way people act. There are many people that need to know ways to cope with stress. Living a healthy lifestyle is important.      Stress is an ongoing problem that happens in everyone’s lives. It is a simple term used by many people; most of the time...

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Students can visit schools in person or online as they get ready for their admissions decisions. Photo courtesy Devyn Weed. Taken Sept. 28, 2019.

Gearing Up For College Acceptances

Devyn Weed, Staff Writer | November 13, 2020

     As winter rolls in, college acceptances are quickly approaching for the class of 2021. Many Foran seniors are preparing for another chapter of their lives by applying to college.       Soon, seniors are going to find out about which schools they got into. This can be a very uncertain time,...

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Vito DeVito field: Foran High School football field. Photo courtesy: Lauren Ardolino, November 6, 2020.

Covid-19 Affects Freshmen Fall Sports Season

A recap on how freshmen had to adjust to the protocols due to the virus during their fall season
Tori Matula and Lauren Ardolino | November 13, 2020

     Covid-19 is an ongoing pandemic that has affected many students, especially freshmen during their fall sports season. These freshmen had a different experience compared to upperclassmen due to the virus. They had to adjust to many safety regulations, producing an abnormal season.      Being...

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The Boys and Girls Club wooden pumpkin design for this year's pumpkins on the go fundraiser. Photo courtesy of Megan Altomare, October 30, 2020.

A Look Back: Milford’s Annual Pumpkins on the Pier Temporarily Turns to Pumpkins on the Go

Samantha Lambert, Staff Writer | November 13, 2020

     Milford’s traditional Pumpkins on the Pier event had to be modified to Pumpkins on the Go this year, due to Covid-19. Pumpkins on the Pier was a fundraiser held by The Boys and Girls Club of Milford. In past years families and friends gathered together to participate in activities, food trucks,...

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Giving Back at a Young Age: A young volunteer helps fill food bags. 
Photo courtesy of: Food 2 Kids Website

Community Spotlight: Food 2 Kids

Olivia Salai, Staff Writer | November 13, 2020

     Food insecurity is a worldwide problem, and Milford isn’t exempt from this issue. Organizations like Food 2 Kids recruit volunteers from within the community to battle this widespread concern.       Volunteers at Food 2 Kids pack bags to send home with students who are dependent on school...

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Local Milford Residents supporting President Elect Biden with a yard sign. Photo Courtesy: Alex Velez. November 10, 2020

2020 Election

The Results are in
Alexandrea Velez, Staff Writer | November 12, 2020

     "I represent all of you, whether you voted for me or against me,” President-elect Joseph Biden said in his acceptance speech Nov. 7. “And I'm going to make sure you're represented.”      Biden won the 2020 presidential election, the final push being the blue win in Pennsylvania, which...

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Mrs. Bethany Gilman: Posed outside the Student Life office, where she now spends most of her time. Photo courtesy: Sean Ayoub. November 5, 2020.

Faculty Spotlight: Mrs. Gilman

Bella Mema and Sean Ayoub | November 12, 2020

     Mrs. Bethany Gilman, who has 18 years of experience in education, has recently taken on a new role within the Foran community as assistant principal. Students will no longer find her teaching social studies, but rather making strides as the newest administrator.       Teaching is a major...

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Come Stop By: Pictured is the outside of the Good Morning Cupcake bakery at their Milford location. Photo courtesy: Morgan Viesselman, October 29, 2020.

A Sweet Introduction: A New Bakery in Milford, Good Morning Cupcake

Morgan Viesselman, Staff Writer | November 12, 2020

     Milford, Connecticut is home to many small bakeries and treat shops. A new member has been added to this family this year on May 30. Good Morning Cupcake is a small bakery located on 252 Melba Street owned by Adrianna Robles.      After earning her bachelor's degree in Baking and Pastry...

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Senior Captains Isabel Morales(left) and Anna Byers(right) poses for a picture after a practice. Photo courtesy: Ella Morales, September 19, 2020.

A Look into 2020’s Kicker Captains

Kailey Howell, Staff Writer | November 11, 2020

     Girls and boys soccer captains this year have kicked off the season to a great start. The captains are needed to spread positivity and be the best leaders they can be for the 2020 season.       This year boys and girls soccer captains, senior Isabel Morales, Anna Byers, Luca Marinelli,...

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