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 Celebration: Rhonda Denet honors singer Aretha Franklin in celebration of Black History Month at the Milford Public Library, February 9, 2020.

Honoring the Struggles and the Triumphs

Examining the History and Celebration of Black History Month
Gavin Conte and David Maslar | February 16, 2023

          Black History Month is one of the most popular celebrations of people in the United States. It has been observed in the United States ever since President Gerald Ford officially recognized it in 1976.            Every president after Ford has continued to recognize the month of...

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Foran’s Favorite Rock: The class of 2023 follows a generational tradition of painting the large rock that sits outside of the bottom floor entrance, August 30, 2022.

50 Years of Lion Pride

Celebrating Foran’s 50th Anniversary
Gracie Brogan and Dabi Lee | February 14, 2023

          With the arrival of 2023, Foran celebrates its 50th year, as generations of high school students have walked through its halls. Since Foran opened its doors in 1973, each class for the past five decades has left its mark. Students often pass by the sign claiming its first year in operation,...

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Pretty in Pink: Shoprite showcases their seasonal section getting ready for Valentine’s Day, January 24, 2023.

The History of Valentine’s Day

The Story of How The Day of Romance Came to Be
Lorelai Christy and Alana Finlayson | February 14, 2023

          Every year on February 14, people celebrate Valentine’s Day and show their loved ones how they care for them. There are many different traditions that people have on Valentine’s Day to celebrate their love for one another. However, the origin of the beloved holiday wasn’t so rosy.   ...

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Downtown Milford: Enjoying the beautiful scenery on a date, September 5, 2022.

Valentine’s Day: CT Date Spots

Elizabeth Tran, Staff Writer | February 14, 2023

          Valentine’s Day is an important time for couples to do something special and spend quality time together, which leads to coming up with date ideas and planning dates. Whether you’re “official” or going on a first date, there are many activities to do in CT during Valentine’s...

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A Furry Friend:  Barney, the shelter’s six month resident dog out of his kennel, January 12, 2023.

A Pet’s Second Chance at Life

Maia Matula and Elle Philpott | February 12, 2023

          “There are five homeless animals on the street for every one homeless human,” according to DoSothing.org.            Animal Control centers around the country help to get these animals off the streets and supply them with food and warmth until they can find a permanent family....

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Students Skiing: Students Alana Finlayson, Olivia Salai, Erin Schmitt, and Cameron Lefebvre on ski lift during last year's trip, February 12, 2022.

Shredding on the Slopes

How the Ski and Snowboarding Club Gears Up for their Annual Trips
Haley Stroffolino and Gianna Weaver | February 9, 2023

          As winter approaches, over 100 members count down until the start of Foran’s Ski and Snowboarding Club for the much-anticipated trips to the mountains.            The Ski and Snowboarding Club started in 2000 by class of 2004 student James Malaney along with the club’s original...

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A Charity for the People: Keeping Milford Warm organization poses outside of City Hall with Mayor Ben Blake. November 21, 2023.

A Toasty Winter for Milford

Local Charity Provides Heating Families in Need
Chris Adkins and Joseph DeFreitas | February 8, 2023

          Keeping Milford Warm is a charity organization that aims to provide funding to low-income families in the city of Milford, Connecticut, to help them keep warm during the winter. The charity helps pay for heating in these families' homes to ensure that they are able to stay warm and safe...

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Helping Each Other Out: Freshman Jack Sullivan going over an assignment for English class with Cooper Fitzgerald, January 23, 2023.

Random Acts of Kindness Day

Mackenzie Posey and Kelsey Kiely | February 8, 2023

           Even the smallest act of kindness can make the biggest difference in someone’s day. Random Acts of Kindness Day is similar to, but not the same as World Kindness Day.             World Kindness day falls on November 13 and is a holiday that was formed in 1998 to promote kindness...

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Family Selfie: Mrs. Wunder and her family pose for a picture.

“For me, the job started and ended with the kids.”

Mrs. Wunder’s Retirement
Cynthia Pan and Fiani Lin | February 6, 2023

           For seven years, Mrs. Melissa Wunder has worked and significantly impacted the Foran community as the College and Career Advisor. On December 16, 2022, Wunder announced her retirement.            After raising her family for about 20 years, Wunder took action to pursue her dream...

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A Sustaining Snack: Sophomore students talk and enjoy their school-bought lunches. January 25, 2023.

Cafeteria Commotion

Milford Schools Return to ‘Meals for Purchase’
Olivia Salai and Connor Rizzo | February 6, 2023

          The opportunity for free breakfasts and lunches in the Milford Public Schools district expired on January 9, 2023, when students and staff were “expected to [begin to] pay for those meals,” according to the MPS Upcoming News & Events for January 6, 2023 and Beyond.       ...

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American Red Cross: Milford’s American Red Cross office located at 1 Plymouth Pl, Milford, CT, January 21, 2023.

National Blood Donor Month

The Importance of Donating Blood
Rumeysa Bayram, Staff Writer | February 3, 2023

          The most essential part of survival is blood; without it no organ would be able to receive the oxygen or the nutrients needed to survive. Blood helps keep people warm and cool,fight off infections, and get rid of waste produced in the body.           Hundreds of patients around...

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Looking to Score: Jimmy D’Angelo advances the ball down the court. January 21, 2022.

Milford Recreation Basketball

An Inside Look at the 2023 Recreational Basketball Season
Kasen Lanese and Eli Gomes | February 3, 2023

          Every year, the Milford Recreation Department hosts a winter basketball league.This is where people of all ages can participate, there is even a high school league. Recreational basketball proves to be a great way to stay in shape for upcoming sports and have fun with friends.   ...

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