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Telling his Story: Veteran John Nelson stands in a Foran classroom after presenting to students, November 8, 2024. Photo courtesy: Jagger Rees.

“Just Believe in Yourself”

The Inspirational Story of John Nelson

   The story of Marine Corps veteran John Nelson is one of many inspiring messages and lessons. He was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut before moving to Milford when he was five. When he was young, he went to school solely for the purpose of playing sports.  After working at a factory with his father,...

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Veterans Day: Vazquez (left) and Obrien (right) standing with pride, Photo credit: Alexandra Montero, November 8, 2024

Standing Strong

Celebrating Service, Sacrifice, and Strength
Alexandra Montero, Madison Ballard, and Hailee Rabbit | November 11, 2024

     As we celebrate the resilience and commitment of our veterans, we’re reminded of their invaluable contributions and the freedoms they protect. Two of our finest soldiers visited Foran High School.  O'Brien was exposed to the life of a service member because adopted at a young age by a Navy...

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Standing strong and brave: Petty Officer David Hill-DeStefano standing next to the American Flag. November 8, 2024. Photo courtesy: Jack Kepshire

Life on the Seas

Petty Officer David Hill-DeStefano speaks about the Navy

    Petty Officer David Hill-DeStefano, has been serving in the United States Navy for seven and a half years.  Being a part of the Navy, he works tremendously hard as a boatswain mate. On the USS Chung-Hoon ship, he helps handle the ship, anchors, moves equipment, paints the ship, and replenishes...

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Honor and Bravery: Jaquez-Munroe’s mom in her military uniform, Photo Courtesy: Ava Jacquez-Munroe. (Photo One)

Close To Home

The Veterans Who Inspire the Foran Community
Gavin Conte and Matt Adkins | November 11, 2024

     Veteran’s Day is one of the most important holidays in the United States, but each area around the country celebrates differently. Veteran’s Day is celebrated every year on November 11, which falls on a Monday this year.      At Foran specifically, there are many students whose family...

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Mrs. Duncan: Mrs. Duncan posing for the camera in front of her class, October 11, 2024. Photo courtesy: Rodney Thomas

Bienvenue Madame Duncan

Rodney Thomas, Staff Writer | November 8, 2024

About 310 million people are capable of speaking the French language, making it one of the most spoken languages in the world. It is also one of three languages taught at Foran High School, and it is being taught by the one and only Mrs. Edmide Duncan. Duncan is a second-year teacher at Foran and...

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Locke’s Caribbean Kitchen: The outside of Locke’s Caribbean Kitchen located on 37 River St, Milford, CT. October 13, 2024. Photo courtesy: Angie Vargas

A Taste of the Locke Family Kitchen

Angie Vargas, Staff Writer | November 7, 2024

Back in early September, the community of Milford welcomed not only autumn but Locke’s Caribbean Kitchen; a small Jamaican restaurant that made its debut downtown. After only a month of business, only positive comments have come from customers simply raving about the food and its pair of owners, Sushane...

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Setting Aside: Cash and coins being set away saving for the future, October 22, 2024. Photo courtesy: Creative Commons

Mastering No Spend November

Find Purpose, Live Mindfully, Save More
Lila Rothbard and Sophia Martin | November 7, 2024

As the holiday season approaches, spending money on things that may not hold real significance is extremely easy. But instead of splurging and draining your bank account, what can you do to resist unnecessary purchases? No Spend November isn’t just a financial pause, it’s an opportunity to reset...

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Treat Time: Strawberry Matcha Milk Tea (Right) and Caramel Milk Tea (Left), October 12, 2024. Photo Courtesy: Ava McLaughlin

Bubble Tea and Best Buds

Violet Therriault and Ava McLaughlin | November 6, 2024

When Jessica Roman, co-owner of Boba Lounge, discovered bubble tea on a trip to California, she encouraged her high school friend Savon Bou to pursue her love of the drink. This past September, the duo, in hopes of creating a place where friends could gather over their shared love of bubble tea, opened...

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Back In Action: Members hit around a ball on Foran’s courts, October 21, 2024, Photo by Jasmine Phung

Foran’s New Pickleball Club

Alexandra Montero and Madeline Babcock | November 6, 2024

Students at Foran are rallying around the newly formed pickleball club, offering a fresh and exciting way to stay active and connect with peers.  Pickleball as a sport has grown in popularity, leading to Milford opening the doors to its very first pickleball facility this past year and people lining...

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The Corner: The restaurant with customers out the door for a Sunday brunch meal, September 29, 2024. Photo Courtesy: Alexis Lafferty

The Corner

Too Yummy to Resist
Calliope Barry and Alexis Lafferty | November 6, 2024

Since 1997, this family-owned restaurant has been a significant part of our downtown Milford community. Nestled between buildings on River Street, The Corner has been serving delicious breakfasts and lunches for 28 years. The Corner’s charm and uniqueness have given it a great reputation around Milford,...

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Deli Storefront: The outside of Bert’s Deli. Photo credit: Katie Vitaletti

Celebrating National Sandwich Day: A Look Into Local Favorites

Rosina Smith and Katie Vitaletti | November 2, 2024

Every year on November 3, sandwich lovers across the nation come together to celebrate National Sandwich Day, a holiday dedicated to the iconic creation that has become a staple in American cuisine. This year, three local sandwich shops are recognized for their exceptional offerings.  First is the...

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Photograph of the American Flag. October 20. Photo Courtesy: Alexandra Capozzi

The Nation’s Choice, Hear their Voice

Alex Capozzi and Sophie Sinisgalli | October 25, 2024

As the 2024 election approaches, political candidates are producing more and more campaign ads, hoping to sway people's vote.  Former President Donald Trump, who is representing the Republican party, and Vice President Kamala Harris, who is representing the Democratic party, are the presidential...

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