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A house that uses solar power in everyday life. Photo courtesy: Reid Waldron, May 19, 2021.

Solar Panels Saving Energy

Are They Worth It?
Charlie Sampson and Oliver Ardrey | June 8, 2021

     Being in a house with the heat on, watching Netflix or the big game could be ideal to many people, but this habit uses loads of energy. This energy is mostly coming from fossil fuels, which ends up creating greenhouse gases. These gases are a major contributor to climate change.       The...

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In the game: Former Jai Alai player Zabala plays at the Milford Court.

Milford’s Short-Lived Jai Alai Obsession

James Allen | June 4, 2021

     In 1977, Milford opened its very own Jai Alai court and the sport quickly became an obsession in this small town. However, many people don’t know what Jai Alai is, let alone that it was a very popular sport in Milford, Connecticut of all places.      Jai Alai is known as the world's fastest...

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Diving to New Lengths: Pictured is AJ Farrell running out of the water after completing the swimming portion of the Race for Chase Triathlon.

Race for Chase 2021 Youth Triathlon

Inspiring Young Athletes and Keeping Chase’s Memory Alive
Haley Flynn | June 2, 2021

     As summer approaches, many parents scramble to find their children activities outside of the house where they can have fun and be active over the break. Milford offers many options for outdoor activities, with one of the best being the Race for Chase Youth Triathlon, run by the Woodruff Family...

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Milford Pharmacy and Home Care. Photo courtesy: Jimmy Azhari.

New Pharmacy Replaces Howes Drug Pharmacy

Melissa Santos | June 2, 2021

     Howes Drug and Medical has been in downtown Milford for over 100 years, but that has recently changed when Jimmy Azhari bought the space and turned it into a new pharmacy, Milford Pharmacy and Home Care.       Azhari says, “We are a family, independent pharmacy, we know our customers’...

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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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