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Cryptocurrency- will it make or break our government

Cryptocurrency- will it make or break our government

January 10, 2019

Isabel Messore Staff Writer Cryptocurrencies have become a global phenomenon known by most people. The virtual currency has sparked controversy for a national debate. Should there be limitations? How would it be regulated? Could cryptocurrencies take over the use of physical money? These are questions...

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Cultural Genocide How China is hiding the cleansing of Uyghur Muslims

January 4, 2019

Sofia Nazeer Uighur Muslims protesting in the street (source: The Independent) Staff Writer In the past year and a half, Chinese authorities  have arrested at least 800,000 and possibly more than two million Uighurs. The Uyghur Muslims are a minority ethnic group living in Central...

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Students at Foran HS enjoy the new hot chocolate machine. Photo courtesy of Ciara DeMott. December 2018.

Hot! Hot! Hot! Foran HS Introduces Hot Chocolate

January 3, 2019

Ciara DeMott Staff Writer Joseph A. Foran High School welcomes the introduction of Hot Chocolate Milk to their breakfast menu. Currently offered as a free addition to a combo breakfast meal, the Food Services Staff states that it has been a big hit. The new hot chocolate...

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The teachers and paraprofessionals at Foran who helped bring the party together pose in the middle of the fun for a group photo. Photo courtesy of Anna Jani.

Celebrating Ugly Sweaters: A Party for All

December 21, 2018

Anna Jani Editor To celebrate the end of 2018 and various holidays approaching at the end of December, the special education department at Foran planned and threw an ugly sweater holiday party where anyone who wanted to participate was welcome to join. The party took place during Common...

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 The 2018 State of the Union address, from left to right, Vice President Mike Pence, President Donald Trump and former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan.

Save the Date for the State

December 20, 2018

Trump Addresses Congress during the Annual State of the Union Address Ciara DeMott Staff Writer Every year the president of the United States addresses Congress, the Supreme Court, and other important officials during the State of the Union address. This year it will be held on January 30,...

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The Superhero Who Created Superheroes: Marvels Very Own Hero Passes Away At 95

The Superhero Who Created Superheroes: Marvels Very Own Hero Passes Away At 95

December 20, 2018

Annabelle Farrell Staff Writer Staying after those extra 20 minutes at the end of a movie to see a five-second preview was just the routine for Marvel fans. Yet those same fans suffered a loss on November 12th, 2018, creator of the Marvel universe Stan Lee passed away at the age of 95; due to...

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Freshmen Key Club Members raise money for the Salvation Army. Photo courtesy of Corina Massey.

Key Club Provides Hope: Raising Money for the Salvation Army

December 18, 2018

Isabella McPadden Staff Writer The Salvation Army’s motto remains compassionate, as it states, “Salvation Army; Doing the most good.” Many don’t understand how much work goes into raising money for this great organization. This year, Key Clubs from all across the nation participate to...

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What to look forward to on Black Friday

December 13, 2018

Isabel Messore Staff Writer          Black Friday is an American shopping tradition ending Thanksgiving festivities and beginning the winter holidays. Although it may be tempting to start Christmas shopping, waiting until Black Friday could save a lot of money.  ...

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Outside view of Dave and Buster’s located in the Connecticut Post Mall. Photo taken by Malcolm Chavez on November 25, 2018.

And The Game Begins…

December 10, 2018

Malcolm Chavez Staff Writer           People who search for an escape and entertaining activities to do in Milford, now have a potential new favorite hang out spot. Dave and Buster’s opened on November 5, 2018 in the Connecticut Post Mall in Milford, Connecticut. It...

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Journalism Field Trip Impacts Foran Students

December 5, 2018

Zoe Pringle Staff Writer In the beginning of November, Foran students of the Journalism Department took a field trip to Southern Connecticut State University for a Journalism workshop. This article is a follow-up to a previous story I wrote detailing the feelings of students anticipating the field...

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The Political Canvas has Changed: Congress turns divided after the heated midterm elections

December 4, 2018

Dylan Fernandez Staff Writer The recent midterms have proved to be one of the most popular in recent history.  Never before has interest from the public been so high in a midterm election. With the New York Times estimating around 114 million voters, the 2018 midterms election was a sizeable step...

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Photo courtesy of Supreme Court official website. Brett Kavanaugh taking the Judicial Oath in the Justices’ Conference Room.

A New Supreme Court Justice? Brett Kavanaugh Has Been Sworn In

November 28, 2018

Annabelle Farrell Staff Writer On Monday October 8, 2018, Brett Kavanaugh got sworn in to be a Supreme Court Justice. He has been very controversial lately, and many people have opinions about him. Brett Kavanaugh is currently a Republican Supreme Court Justice. Before this, he was a sitting judge...

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