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All State Cheerleader: Jonna Lord poses at her All-State banquet.

How to be a Well-Rounded Student

Seniors that Shine at Foran
Julia Deicicchi and Colleen Ardolino | March 14, 2023

          Many support the theory that no one should be defined by one thing. Athletes can be great at their sports, students can be academically successful, a worker can excel at their job, yet while they may thrive in a specific area, there is always more to an individual. Students at Foran recognize...

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Harvard University: A picture of Hollis Hall at Harvard’s main campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. March 31, 2007.

The Best Colleges for Specific Studies

Evan Kerzner and Austin Lermayer | March 14, 2023

          College. One of the biggest steps a high schooler takes to reach the next chapter in their life. It can be a rigorous and stressful process, for choosing a college that best fits a person, and one that most guarantees their success and graduation can be difficult. Either or, students are...

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Need More Hairspray: Sharon Palisi and her friends at their Senior Cotillion, 1989.

“Back In My Day”

High School Now Versus the 80's
Haley Stroffolino and Isabella Palisi | March 13, 2023

             High School now versus the 80s, how has it changed? When talking about school to parents, does the response, “well back in my day” ever come up? This response may be laughable, however, there really was a strong difference between now and back then.               One...

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Perfect Predictions: A template of the 2023 March Madness Bracket, watchers can fill in the template with their predictions.

March Madness for Dummies

A Simple Guide to the College Basketball Tournament of the Year
Ginger Schmidt, Editor | March 13, 2023

          As the idea of my going away to college is becoming more and more of a reality, my mother is coming to terms with becoming an empty nester. Having declared she will need something to fill the void, she decided the next best thing to a house full of children is college basketball. For a...

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A Look in the Lions Den | Episode 2

Kylee Payne and Luci Cappello | March 13, 2023

After two weeks off, hosts Luci Cappello and Kylee Payne are back for a second episode! In this episode, the hosts talk 'This or That', fencing club, and upcoming Foran events with a special guest appearance!

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Planting Seeds of Controversy: Nixon touring facilities during his trip to Vietnam, at the of the war, January 7, 1956.

From Break Ins to Breakthroughs

Watergate’s Impact on Government and Press, 50 Years Later
Annabel Wardman, Online Editor | March 13, 2023

          51 years ago, five burglars broke into the offices of National Democratic Committees headquarters at the Watergate Hotel. 50 years ago, the Washington Post revealed government involvement in the break in, as well President Nixon’s involvement in the scandal’s coverup. 49 years ago,...

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Helping Out: Mayor Ben Blake lending a helping hand to the community after a storm passed through the city, August 4, 2020.

“I get to see all of those compilations of the great things that happen in the city”

A Behind the Scenes Look at the Job of Mayor Ben Blake
Rumeysa Bayram and Jocelyn Gonzalez | March 10, 2023

          Within the small town of Milford is a mayor with a big heart and love for the city. This is           Benjamin (Ben) G. Blake, who has served as mayor of Milford for the past 12 years.            Mayor Ben Blake grew up in Milford with his parents and grandparents. He...

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Stamidis Family: Family photo of Patricia, Dean, and Lisa, August, 27, 2019.

The Passion Behind Piera’s Pilgrimage

Stamidis Journey Through Self Publishing a Book
Ellie Pasaceta and Gianna Weaver | March 10, 2023

          This year Foran welcomed Ms. Lisa Stamidis as a new English teacher. While everyone may pass by her room, not many know she has self-published her very own book.            Growing up, Stamidis was raised by a single mother without a lot of money. When Stamidis was five, her mother...

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Taking to the Streets: Protestors peacefully gather around the center of an American city, holding signs showing their support for the Black Lives Matter movement. Date unknown from Pexels.

The Death of Tyre Nichols

A Story of the Impact Tragedy Can Have on a Community
Connor Nieman and Cal Wrigley | March 8, 2023

          On January 7, 2023, five police officers of the Memphis Police Department pulled over a 29-year-old black man named Tyre Nichols for reckless driving. However, when the police restrained him, they took turns punching and kicking him, beating him severely.             Twenty-five...

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Ms. Ceilne Sandor: Ms. Sandor’s staff photo. June 2021-2022.

Remembering Ms. Sandor

Gavin Fanelli, Staff Writer | March 7, 2023

          Elementary teacher Ms. Celine Sandor was one of a kind. Ms. Sandor was a teacher in the Milford Public School system who passed away on January 23, 2023. She was originally from Greenwich, CT but called Milford her home.            Ms. Sandor made her mark as she educated young...

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Manager Marchesseault on senior night: Gavin Marchesseault taking a picture with Coach Drew on football senior night, November 10, 2022.

Manager Marchesseault: The Face Behind Foran Athletics

Cian Carroll and James D'Angelo | March 6, 2023

          Gavin Marchesseault is an integral part of the Foran community. For the past few years, he has worked as a team manager for a variety of teams such as baseball, basketball, and football. As a high school team manager, he is responsible for giving support to the players, hyping them up,...

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CT Lifting’s Wrestling Experience: Craig Mager tries to get his opponent in a pin during a match against Berlin, December 22, 2022.

Behind The Scenes of CT Lifting

Luke Cruz and Luke Thomas | March 3, 2023

          A controversial topic among people is whether or not lifting can be safe and healthy for young people. Advocates for the argument that lifting is healthy are Craig Mager and Antonio Madero. Mager and Madero are the creators of a social media page known as CT Lifting. They emphasize the...

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