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Beauty of the Bleeding Hearts: The heart-shaped blossoms bring a touch of love to nature, May 2, 2026. Photo courtesy: Makayla Crespo.

Blooming Into Spring: A Season Painted by Flowers

Makayla Crespo, Staff Writer | May 19, 2026

As winter fades, the arrival of spring brings a sense of color and joy back into our community. Around Milford, beautiful flowers are beginning to bloom, brightening our streets, parks, and gardens after the cold, dark months. Not only do these blossoms symbolize the changing of the seasons, but they...

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Serve and smash: Jason Hockenberry returns a serve, May 3, 2026.  Photo Courtesy: Santino Scaranuzzo.

Local Players Rally On The Pickleball Courts

Tino Scaranuzzo, Staff Writer | May 15, 2026

Every day, people gather to play pickleball, and today was no different at the Foran High courts in Milford. These kids took advantage of the sunny day to get some exercise and hang out with friends. The fast-growing sport of pickleball combines elements of tennis and badminton as well as ping-pong,...

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Launching: Robbie Testo pitching, May, 1 2026. Photo Courtesy: Jack Laird.

Learning the Hard Way

Foran Finds Positives in Loss
Jack Laird, Staff Writer | May 14, 2026

The energy and excitement of freshman baseball came to life through moments both big and small. From the crack of the bat every detail shows how much the game means to the players. Games and practices in Milford highlights not just athletic ability, but growth, teamwork, and determination. The more...

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Flowering Crabapple: Milford is decorated with many of these pink flowering trees. May 3, 2026. Photo courtesy: Lisa Mohseni.

Spring Blooms in Milford

Local Flowers Signal the Return of Sunny Days
Lisa Mohseni, Staff Writer | May 13, 2026

Even something often perceived as minuscule, like flowers popping up in the neighborhood, can serve as yet another symbol that spring is here. During this time of year, the flowers in the front yards of many people’s homes begin to bloom once more as it gets warmer and the sun is out for longer each...

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Sunset Night: The sun sets behind Yankee Stadium, painting the skyline during a night game, August 16, 2019. Photo Courtesy: Noah Champagne

Where History Meets the Game: Inside Yankee Stadium

One East 161st Street, Bronx, New York
Noah Champagne, Staff Writer | May 13, 2026

Under the bright lights of the Bronx, Yankee Stadium comes alive with more than just the game on the field. Fans from all over the world pour into the stands, lifelong supporters alongside first-time visitors. Since its opening in 2009, the legacy of the Yankees has been displayed in every corner of...

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Pink Petals: Underneath the pink petals of the cherry blossom tree, May 5, 2026. Photo Courtesy: Ben Dunnigan

Nature Comes Alive

Ben Dunnigan, Staff Writer | May 13, 2026

The beautiful nature scenes, including landscapes, wildlife, and plants, are captured in stunning photographs in May of 2026 in the small city of Milford. The photos show all the small things in nature that we glance over during our everyday lives. Nature is a beautiful thing; wherever you are, nature...

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Preparing to Pitch: Tyler McTigue prepares to throw a pitch as fast as he can. May 2, 2026. Photo Courtesy: John Annucci.

JV Baseball Showdown: Foran Takes on Branford

John Annucci, Staff Writer | May 8, 2026

Bats cracking, pitchers throwing, and runners taking off around the bases; the JV baseball matchup between Foran High School and Branford High School on May 2, 2026, brought excitement from the first inning to the last. Players from both teams showed teamwork, effort, and determination throughout the...

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Springtime Scenes at Silverman’s Farm

Kyle Nelson, Staff Writer | May 8, 2026

Animals at Silverman’s Animal Farm in Easton, Connecticut, are photographed as they go about their daily routines and natural behaviors in May 2026. The images capture a variety of animals in their natural environments, highlighting typical spring activities.      

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Ken Walker Field: Foran’s baseball field, dedicated to former teacher and football coach, Ken Walker. Walker was a coach and teacher for 38 years with the Milford Public Schools. He coached football, baseball and basketball. April 15, 2026. Photo courtesy: Abby Babcock

Those Who Came Before Us

Abby Babcock, Staff Writer | May 8, 2026

In many aspects of everyday life, people are honored in different ways. Sometimes, it’s a memorial bench. Others, it's a building. There are many types of memorials to keep someone’s memory alive and to educate others on what they achieved during their life.  

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Rolling in Style

Rolling in Style

Joey Kerzner and Matt Stas | September 11, 2025

Shining Bright: The sun shining down on a BMW Z3 Roadster at Gulf Beach. May 10, 2025. Photo courtesy: Joey Kerzner.   Side of the Beast: side angle of a BMW Z3 parked at Gulf Beach. May 10, 2025. Photo courtesy: Joey Kerzner.   Stick and Clutch: Driver POV when driving...

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Snapshots of Life in Motion

Snapshots of Life in Motion

Audrey Nixon, Staff Writer | June 11, 2025

Some Days You Are the Cat, Sometimes the Bird: Cat and bird. May 14, 2025. Photo Courtesy: Audrey Nixon.   Beyond the Rubble: Tree behind the trash. May 15, 2025. Photo Courtesy: Audrey Nixon.   The Calm After the Storm: Raindrops on glass. May 17, 2025. Photo Courtesy:...

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Milford's Beaches, Where Tranquility Meets the Tide

Milford’s Beaches, Where Tranquility Meets the Tide

Emma Swaller, Staff Writer | June 11, 2025

Where Water Meets Land: Waves meet rocks at the shoreline. May 19, 2025. Photo Courtesy: Emma Swaller.   Shore in Sight: A distant stretch of land seen across the sea. May 19, 2025. Photo Courtesy Emma Swaller.   Blue Horizon: Endless ocean stretching under the sky. May...

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