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A Kind Gesture: Getting inspired by others’ kind acts at a Dunkin Donuts drive thru.

Unexpected Friendliness

How a Random Act of Kindness Can Make Somebody's Day
Maria Garbin and Jocelyn Gonzalez | November 24, 2021

     Imagine being at the Dunkin Donuts drive thru after a long day of work and having the car in front of you pay for your order. That is what happened to English teacher Mrs. Lauren O'Keefe. Being it an unexpected gift or help, random acts of kindness always seem to cheer people’s days.  ...

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Yellow-Out Themed Football Game: Student section hyping up the football team. Photo Courtesy: Mane Street Mirror, September 17, 2021.

Lion’s Den Brings the Spirit

Luci Cappello and Lauren Stroffolino | November 20, 2021

     During the 2021 fall season, Foran High School’s student sections for athletics have significantly grown in not only size, but school spirit as well. After almost two years of having no spectators at games due to Covid-19, students were eager to get back into the bleachers to maintain their...

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Cozy Fireplace: Christmas decorations on the fireplace and tree help spread the holiday spirit.

Home for the Holidays

Travel Plans this Holiday Season
Lauren Ardolino and Victoria Koenig | November 19, 2021

     As Halloween comes to an end, the Christmas and Thanksgiving frenzy begins. Stores begin stocking up on wrapping paper and frozen turkeys as customers race through the doors. All of this commotion brings up questions about travel plans this holiday season.      Many individuals are contemplating...

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Retro Bowl Redzone: End game in the red zone of Retro Bowl in the late fourth quarter.

Retro Bowl: Kicking Off Mobile Madness at Foran High

Tyler Vinhais and Chris Adkins | November 17, 2021

     Recently, the mobile game Retro Bowl has exploded in popularity at Foran High School. Students of all grades are playing the mobile game everywhere.      Junior Joe Gaetano states, “I started playing Retro Bowl a couple weeks ago because my friends were playing it. Majority of my friends...

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Classy Formal Fit: Self-taken picture by Matt Brown in a tuxedo.

A Look Into New CT Tiktoker “Uhmatty” On the Rise

Elizabeth Tran, Staff Writer | November 3, 2021

     Matt Brown, a Connecticut Tik Toker, became popular on the app during the summer of 2021 after his first video went viral. Many of his videos have gotten over 10,000 views, and two of his videos have over a million views. Brown makes transition edits on his account, but his niche is finding twists...

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The Players and the Red Suit Guard: A digital fanart of Squid Game showcasing the major characters of the show. Photo Courtesy: Pyrofennec, October 5, 2021.

Squid Game

A Child's Play for $38 Million
Julianne Yasona and Ivy Glidden | November 1, 2021

     A single father with a gambling habit drives himself to go deep into debt to serious people who run shady businesses. Now, he's playing Red Light, Green Light for a chance to pay off everything he owes.       On September 17, 2021, Netflix released an original Korean series called “Squid...

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iPhone: New Focus feature displayed on IOS 15.

Apple’s New Rollout: IOS 15 and iPhone 13

Yusuf Abdelsalam, Staff Writer | October 26, 2021

     Fall is here, so be on the lookout for the usual range of new devices and updates. IOS 15 was released on September 20 and the iPhone 13 was released on September 24.       IOS 15’s new features include an updated FaceTime more similar to Zoom or Google Meet with a grid view for multi-person...

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Halloween Masks, Milford Location: Masks to complete any Halloween costume.

BOO: Spirit Halloween Stores are in Season

Gavin Fanelli, Staff Writer | October 25, 2021

      It’s the month of October, which can only mean one thing: Halloween. It's time to get Halloween costumes ready and add a touch of spookiness to your decorating. Get ready and visit one of the most popular Halloween stores around every corner: Spirit Halloween.       Spirit Halloween...

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Jones' Pumpkins: The largest pumpkins on display next to the pig pen.

Jones’ Family Farms: Tradition of Long-Lasting Memories

Jessica Chamberlain and Layla Carlberg | October 20, 2021

     The changing leaves on the trees overlooking the pumpkin patch at Jones Family Farm is the place to go for the best fall activities.       “Jones Farm is a special experience for many families in the area. What’s not to love from picking your own pumpkins to the breads, cidars, and...

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Legends of Fear: Emma Fiorillo poses with her mom at the Legends of Fear sign. Photo Courtesy: Emma Fiorillo, October 9, 2021.

Spooky Spotlight

How Shelton's Legends of Fear Spooks the Connecticut Community
Lauren Ardolino and Victoria Koenig | October 14, 2021

         October is the time to scream. With Halloween just around the corner, many are searching for spooky activities. Fun for all ages, Legends of Fear in Shelton is one of the most popular haunted trails in Southern Connecticut.       Legends of Fear offers numerous events that all...

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A Unique View: People watch Van Gogh’s “The Sower” projected on the walls and floor of the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit in New York. Photo courtesy: Maria Garbin, July 31, 2021.

Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Extended From November 17 To January 2

Maria Garbin, Content Editor | October 6, 2021

     Summer might be coming to an end, but that is no reason to stop looking for new experiences to try. Feeling like visiting an interesting location or just doing something different? Consider visiting New York’s Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit in November 2021.      At 75,000 square feet and...

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Black Widow: Movie Review

Black Widow: Movie Review

Yusuf Abdelsalam, Staff Writer | September 30, 2021

     On July 9, was released simultaneously in theaters and for streaming on Premier Access from Disney Plus. ’s time frame is set between Captain America: Civil War and Avengers: Infinity War. The film has earned $183 million in domestic theaters so far. DIsney Plus reported that it earned $60...

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