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Toilet paper shelves empty at a store. Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

Coronavirus Pandemic and The Effect on Toilet Paper

Renzo Silva and Daniel Abate | April 17, 2020

        Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, millions and millions of people in the US have been panicking for their lives. People have been preparing for the worst and their initial thought is to go buy toilet paper.                 It’s unusual at first to think that people have the...

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Pictured is the empty shelves at Dollar General located in Milford CT. Amidst this pandemic, local stores have been sold out of items such as toilet paper, as pictured. Many residents are concerned that they will run out of essentials like toilet paper so it has been one of the most common items to sell out in stores. Photo courtesy of Abby Woodward.

Changes Amidst COVID-19 Spread

Abby Woodward, Staff Writer | April 13, 2020

        Beginning Monday, March 16, 2020, Milford Connecticut students experienced one of the largest and most impactful changes regarding the spread of the COVID-19 virus, which was the indefinite closure of Milford Public Schools. Since then, more and more changes have occurred as the virus continues...

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 Phase 3 schedule. Photo courtesy of Mr. Berkowitz

The Switch to Online Schooling

Milford moves into 3-Phase Program
Maddie DeBiase and Sarah Casey | April 13, 2020

        Due to the pandemic caused by the COVID-19 virus, every public school across the country has been shut down. For this reason, schools have switched from traditional classroom learning to online schooling.         Milford Public Schools are currently closed until at least May 20, 2020,...

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Positive notes written down the sidewalks. Photo courtesy of Alicia Roma, March 22, 2020.

Milford Citizens “Chalk The Walk”

In attempt to raise hope and stay positive during these times, Milford residents write positive messages on the sidewalks
Amanda Queiroz, Staff Writer | March 25, 2020

       As of March 12, 2020, Milford Public Schools were closed due to COVID-19, more publicly known as the coronavirus. Little did Milford residents know, this was just a small step into what this pandemic had in store for not only the community, but worldwide. Citizens have been advised to stay...

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A man in Boston attempts to dig out his car amongst the aftermath of the 1978 blizzard. Photo courtesy of CTPost.

Blizzard Slams New England 42 Years Ago Today

Ethan Edmondson, Staff Writer | February 6, 2020

        Monday, February 6 of 1978 started as a normal day, but soon turned into a chaotic, windy blizzard that produced anywhere from two to four feet of snow all across New England. Connecticut and Massachusetts were among the worst states hit. Meteorologists had been announcing the storm for days,...

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Senior Internship written about in Dec. 2019 by Becca Palermo.

Foran’s Senior Internship Program Gives Students Hands- On Experience

Becca Palermo, Editor | February 5, 2020

    As graduation approaches in just six months, so do internship opportunities for seniors. Foran offers a senior internship program where seniors have the opportunity to participate in a three-week-long internship of their choice.     Business Teacher at Foran, Mrs. Melissa Cacioppo, is the...

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A Look Inside the Child Learning Center

A Look Inside the Child Learning Center

Samantha Lambert, Sarah Moustafa | February 3, 2020

    The Foran Child Learning Center is an interactive program where the students here at Foran get the opportunity to learn hands on with the children through the different classes that are available. This program is open to the public, and anyone can enroll their child.       Department director,...

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Foran’s Environmental club participating in a beach clean up. Photo courtesy of fhsenviclub on Instagram.

What’s Happening In The World

Annabelle Farrell, Staff Writer | January 6, 2020

        Towards the end of the year, there has been more news than ever, with the many topics concerning the president, environmental issues, and the upcoming election next year. With everything occurring at once, it is easy to miss. So, here are the three main topics.          Earlier this...

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Melanie Coleman impacted the lives of those around her school and community as a gymnast for Southern Connecticut State University. Photo courtesy of the Hartford Courant.

Flying High: Remembering Melanie Coleman

January 2, 2020

Jess Anderson Staff Writer           Heartbreak takes place in the Milford community as family and friends mourn 20-year-old Jonathan Law alumni and Southern Connecticut State University gymnast, Melanie Coleman. Melanie was not only a gifted athlete; she was a daughter, a sister, and a friend...

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