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The Next Street Car: An example of a behind the wheel car provided for the student driver. Photo Courtesy: The Next Street

Preparing to Drive in 2020

Layla Carlberg and Jessica Chamberlain | December 2, 2020

     High school students in 2020 are still preparing to drive, despite the Covid-19 pandemic, with a few changes, including remote classes.      There are many steps that need to be taken to get a license. Many students choose to participate in a driver's education course to make getting their...

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Holiday Traditions: How will Covid-19 Affect the Upcoming Season: Holiday decorations for this season. Photo courtesy: Carly Zieman.

Holiday Traditions: How will Covid-19 Affect the Upcoming Season?

Covid-19 and its effects on the upcoming holiday season
Nina Torgerson and Carly Zieman | December 1, 2020

     As the holiday season moves upon us quickly, the changes to our beloved traditions have to be accepted and realized. With times being so vastly different from what we’ve previously experienced, it is important now more than ever, to cherish the time that we have with our loved ones. Especially...

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Due to COVID many activities are canceled this semester. This has left them to find things outdoors. For Corina Massey, Horsebarn Hill has been a covid safe place to watch the sunset. Taken November 2020.
Photo Courtesy of Brian Massey.

Covid-19 Affects the Freshmen College Experience

Brian Massey and Cal Wrigley | November 25, 2020

     The transition from high school to college is an important experience for a student.Those going to college can learn independence on top of new material. As students leave home, some may be filled with a sense of nervousness on the journey ahead.       However, with the constant increase...

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Photo of the downtown milford and off the outside of Milford Static Era Records. Photo Courtesy of Melissa Santos and Jay Reason.

Downtown Milford Welcomes New Business

Milford Static Records Owned By Jay Reason
Melissa Santos, Staff Writer | November 20, 2020

     Starting a business is hard, but starting one during a pandemic is harder. How will they get people to come to their store? Are they selling something beneficial? Will they be a good change for our community?       Jay Reason opened Milford Static Era and Records in downtown Milford in...

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The Canadian Embassy and Capitol Building, Washington D.C. Taken November 2019.
Photo Courtesy of Ronan Smith.

Brothers and Borders: How the Shutdown Has Affected Both Sides of North America

Ronan Smith, Staff Writer | November 17, 2020

     In February and March it came. A virus from the city of Wuhan in China had crossed the mighty Pacific Ocean. Touching down in both Canada and the United States, it quickly consumed the minds of people, and captured many of them with illness. This novel Coronavirus, or Covid-19, caused one of...

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De Stress by Reading: Love, by Jerry Spinelli. Photo courtesy: Kaleigh Porcu, November 11, 2020.

Living A Low Stress Life

Kaleigh Porcu and Jocelyn Gonzalez | November 15, 2020

     Stress can have a big impact on the way people act. There are many people that need to know ways to cope with stress. Living a healthy lifestyle is important.      Stress is an ongoing problem that happens in everyone’s lives. It is a simple term used by many people; most of the time...

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Local Milford Residents supporting President Elect Biden with a yard sign. Photo Courtesy: Alex Velez. November 10, 2020

2020 Election

The Results are in
Alexandrea Velez, Staff Writer | November 12, 2020

     "I represent all of you, whether you voted for me or against me,” President-elect Joseph Biden said in his acceptance speech Nov. 7. “And I'm going to make sure you're represented.”      Biden won the 2020 presidential election, the final push being the blue win in Pennsylvania, which...

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Foran High School senior, Maci Pastir with her mom during quarantine. Photo Courtesy: Maci Pastir. March 28, 2020.

The Coronavirus Effect on Foran High School Students

Students experiences during the 2020 pandemic
Kensye Cocchia, Editor | November 11, 2020

     In Connecticut and across most of the globe, societies went from open one day and completely shut down the next. Something our generations are not used to living in: a pandemic.       On March 13, 2020 every student in Connecticut was ordered to stay home for two weeks, not knowing it...

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Caption: In Honor of Veterans : Veterans are remembered in Milford. Downtown there is a World War II monument at the Milford Green. Photo courtesy: Daniel Abate, November 9, 2020.

Veterans Day: A Tribute to Honor our War Heroes

Daniel Abate and Renzo Silva | November 10, 2020

Daniel Abate  Renzo Silva Staff Writers        Veterans Day is a federal holiday in the United States that honors military veterans, people who served in the Air Force, and those who have fought and sacrificed themselves for our country. This holiday is recognized on November 11...

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Virtual Meets: Students of the Gay-Straight Alliance meet virtually every Thursday at 1:00 via Google Meets.
Photo Courtesy: Isabel Blanco

Participating Virtually

Students have been giving the opportunity to continue some of the clubs they enjoy via Google Meets.
Katherine Parker, Editor | November 9, 2020

     Social distancing, masks, and everything involved; three reasons why many activities have been canceled or have turned into a virtual experience. Members of clubs have been allowed to switch to an online platform and continue to enjoy the activities they are used to participating in.   ...

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Preparing for the upcoming election by fact checking information.

Fact Checking: How to Uncover the Truth

Mary Grace Weissauer and Emily Jankura | November 6, 2020

     In today’s society it is more important than ever to cite your source. Whatever you may be looking up, the internet has a lot of information, bias, and misinformation.       During a presentation from CCSU ( Central Connecticut State University) in , Politifact representative and editor,...

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Poster outlining tips about mental health from teenmentalhealth.org Photo Courtesy: Joel Acevedo

Teen Mental Health Concerns Spike during Covid

Joel Acevedo, Staff Writer | November 5, 2020

     The uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic can put stress on anyone, but teens are one of the many that are having troubles during these times. COVID-19 has created stress and fear causing a serious impact on teens and their mental health. The coronavirus pandemic has completely altered...

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