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Investing has never been easier than now, and can be done right through the phone while going on a walk. Photo courtesy: Nate Wolfe.

The Rise of the Retail Investor

Nathan Wolfe | May 31, 2021

     Over the past few months, retail investors have seen large gains with “meme” stocks and cryptocurrencies like Gamestop and Dogecoin. A retail investor is an individual, non-professional investor who buys and sells securities. They are the everyday person investing through a brokerage or savings...

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Pictured is the pink super moon. Photo courtesy: Delsie Lopez, April 26, 2021.

Next Time to Look Up at The Stars

Jenna Supple and Victoria Koenig | May 21, 2021

     There have been many astronomical events that have occurred in the past couple of weeks. In fact, there are many more to come in the near future that anyone interested in astronomy would not want to miss. This includes supermoons, meteor showers, and eclipses.       Supermoons occur when...

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Micalizzi Italian Ice logo. Photo Courtesy: Alex Vazzano.

Micalizzi’s Italian Ice

Iconic Landmark Opens in Our Community
Sarah Moustafa and Maddie DeBiase | May 20, 2021

     A family owned business - Micalizzi´s Italian Ice - opened in downtown Milford on May 19. This addition to the center of our town is located at 1 River Street. Owner, Jay Piccirillo, is known as "The Ice Man" and is working with his partners, Alex Vazzano, John Vazzano, Rick Vazanno, and Vincent...

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G Mart: New Asian Market on 155 Cherry Street, Milford, CT. Photo Courtesy: Tori Matula, May 9, 2021.

New Asian Market: G-Mart Sweeps the Aisles

Tori Matula | May 20, 2021

     Former ShopRite building in Milford is now a new Asian market called G-Mart. It is located at the Milford Plaza at 155 Cherry Street. The manager of G-Mart, Jeff Gee opened the supermarket on February 20, 2020. Their business hours are from nine thirty to seven everyday. They provide customers...

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A vaccination card by the CDC showing a fully vaccinated person. Photo Courtesy: Yusuf Abdelsalam, May 4, 2021

Fully Vaccinated

Connecticut is Third in U.S. Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout
Yusuf Abdelsalam | May 19, 2021

     After a year of restrictions and isolation, perhaps an end is in sight for the changes since the pandemic. The U.S. vaccine rollout has been speeding up as all adults in the country have been eligible since April 19. Connecticut's distribution of the vaccine has also been higher than the national...

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The Flag of the NATO Alliance: Courtesy of NATO.

Tensions Boil Between NATO and Sino-Russian Alliance

Ronan Smith | May 18, 2021

     Ever since the rise of NATO and the Warsaw Pact in the midst of the Cold War, the US has fought economically, militarily and by proxy, with Russia and China. The first conflict, the often forgotten Korean War, between both sides started in 1950 and has been ongoing since then. However, it is...

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Trumpetist Kaya Vital: Representing her future college. Photo Credit: Kaya Vital.

Seniors in the Music Department Hit all the Right Notes

Sean Ayoub and Bella Mema | May 13, 2021

     Music is a connecting force, and few people know that better than seniors in the Foran Music Department. Made up of choir, orchestra, and band, the music department plays all the right notes to bring the joy of music to the Foran community. Music is truly their forte.       Directed by...

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The Official Senior Prom Flyer. Photo Courtesy: Mane Streer Mirror, March 9, 2021.

Riding Into Senior Prom

Seniors Set to Take Over Quassy
Lauren Ardolino | May 11, 2021

     Prom tends to be a night to look forward to for many high school students. However, school dances in the year of 2021 look a little different in comparison to previous years. Covid-19 has caused many proms around the nation to be canceled due to the precautions that needed to be taken, such as...

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Milford Memorializes: A photo of Foran’s new-and-improved softball field. Photo courtesy of Olivia Salai.

Honoring Danni Kemp

Excellent Student, Star Athlete, Exceptional Person
Olivia Salai and Jocelyn Gonzalez | May 10, 2021

     On the morning of April 10, 2021, members of the Milford community attended a dedication ceremony at the newly christened Danielle Kemp Memorial Softball Field. The refurbished field honors Danni Kemp, a former student at Foran and a talented athlete. School officials also revealed to attendees...

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Photo courtesy Mrs. Missy Kiminski, April 23, 2021

Teaching Individuals About Autism Acceptance Month

Alexandrea Velez, Staff Writer | April 23, 2021

     The month of April is known as Autism Acceptance month, specifically April 2. This educational month pushes individuals to have an inclusive society for all individuals on the Autism spectrum.       Autism Acceptance Month, previously known as Autism Awareness Month was federally changed....

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There is no such thing as being too kind, see what you can do to celebrate random acts of kindness day.
 
Whether complimenting the first three people you see, saying good morning to someone you see everyday or picking up litter there is no limit to what one could do to brighten others day. No matter how big or small the action, kindness will never go out of style.

Celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Day 2021

Nina Torgerson, Staff Writer | February 11, 2021

     It is no small feat to choose to be kind in one’s everyday life. But at specific times it is  more important to be kind than ever. One of these times is Random Acts of Kindness Day, taking place on February, 17 2021. With the hustle and bustle of everyday life it is easy to forget the struggles...

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Galentines Fun: A Valentine’s day decoration set up early for Galentine’s day. Photo Courtesy: Kaleigh Porcu, January 26, 2021

What is Galentine’s Day?

Kaleigh Porcu and Jocelyn Gonzalez | February 10, 2021

     For some, the prospect of celebrating Valentine’s Day on February fourteenth fills people with joy as they prepare to shower their significant other with declarations of love.      For others, different events take place: Galentine’s Day, which occurs annually on February 13. Galentine’s...

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