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Eliana Stockwood

Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer

Hi, my name is Eliana Stockwood, and I’m a sophomore at Foran High School. This is my second year taking journalism, and I am a staff writer. I picked journalism because I love writing and like keeping people in the loop about what’s going on around them. At Foran, I am involved in Key Club. In my free time, I enjoy reading, hanging out with friends, and going out to places. Some other things about myself are that I’m always trying to go out and do more with others, and drawing.

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Mr. DeCarlo Working on Grading Students' Papers: Mr. DeCarlo Working on Student Assignments, April 22, 2026. Photo Courtesy: Eliana Stockwood

Opening A New Chapter in English

Introducing the New Face in Yellow Hall
Eliana Stockwood and Ryan Lawrence | May 15, 2026

Foran’s new teacher, Mr. Elan DeCarlo, has taken on the challenge of starting new in a school year that's already near its end. From TV to reality, DeCarlo has put the “New” in New Girl. Starting from just the sitcom New Girl, DeCarlo gained reason toward a path by seeing, as DeCarlo says, “How...

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Latest Coral Imports: The latest exotic coral up for purchase, February 2, 2026. Photo courtesy: Eliana Stockwood.

Taking A Dive Into the Community

Exotic Fish & Coral
Eliana Stockwood and Abby Babcock | April 13, 2026

If interested in adding a new touch of sea life at home, or just looking to improve the quality of life for one’s fish, Exotic Fish and Corals can fulfill all those needs and more. Located on New Haven Ave in Milford, Connecticut, they offer a wide array of marine life, including octopuses, axolotls,...

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Francesca’s Store In Post Mall: The front of Francesca’s in the Post Mall, having a sale, February 27, 2026. Photo courtesy: SkyHigh Adventures.

Boutiques in Milford

What To Get and Where To Go
Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer | March 13, 2026

Where are the places that offer the most? In this day and age, many trends have people spending on similar items as others may own, which results in copycats, ‘dupes’, and price inflation. Boutiques offer more limited and hand-picked options for their shoppers. Now the question is, which places?   Sophie...

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Avatar: Fire and Ash Cinemark: Avatar Fire and Ash movie poster at Cinemark theatres. January 9, 2026. Photo courtesy: Eliana Stockwood

A Year In Film

Biggest Movies That Took Over 2025
Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer | January 13, 2026

2025 was a big year for movies, as many fan favorites dropped in theatres, ranging in all genres. From lighthearted comedies to thrillers to romances, this year proved to be a box office success for studios.   Mufasa: The Lion King Rated as #18 by The Numbers, this story follows the unknown...

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The Establishment: The exterior of Milford’s Blind Rhino restaurant, November 16, 2025. Photo Courtesy: Angie Vargas.

The Blind Rhino Opens in Milford

Local Restaurant Chain Opens Its Third Location
Eliana Stockwood and Angie Vargas | December 3, 2025

The sound of trays clinking and the excited chatter of sports fans fill the air as various sports announcers announce final scores. The restaurant is filled with celebratory cheers and exasperated murmurs, all stemming from whichever teams won and lost for the night. From chicken wings to hamburgers,...

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Mystic River’s Bascule Bridge: The Bascule Bridge crossing Mystic River, Ghost Tours. July 3, 2024. Photo courtesy: seasideshadows.com.

Falling Into Some Fun

Fall Festivities and What They Offer
Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer | October 31, 2025

It’s finally the fall season, more leaves are falling, and more places are opening up to themed celebrations one by one. Searching for things to do during these months can be easy, but also a struggle when it comes to finding new things. Some places are offering new ways to celebrate the season and...

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Raising Canes Restaurant: Entrance to new Raising Canes opening. September 19, 2025 Photo courtesy: Eliana Stockwood

Raising Cane’s Officially Opens Doors

Matt Stas and Eliana Stockwood | October 8, 2025

Raising Cane’s opening is getting closer by the day, with the official opening scheduled for October 2. Raising Cane’s will be at 1455 Boston Post Road, the former Milford Bank site. There will be indoor and outdoor seating; it’s not just a quick drive-thru spot but also a nice dine-in. The hiring...

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Finishing the Formations: The marching band works together to perfect their formations before the first halftime performance. September 4, 2025. Photo courtesy: Laney Chan.

Marching Into the New Season

Although the school year has just begun, the Foran band has been practicing tirelessly since the end of summer. Between band camp and rehearsal, the band is prepared to play and perform at the first home football game of the year. Band camp started at the beginning of August, stretching from eight...

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Food Trucks: Food Truck Paradise, July 2024. Photo courtesy: Joseph Mattera.

Soaking Up the Sun

Best Ways to Enjoy Perfect Weather
Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer | May 6, 2025

It’s getting warmer and more opportunities are opening up for things to do. Whether you’re by yourself, with friends or family, the nice weather isn’t something you want to miss out on. Finding things to do can sometimes be hard, especially if there doesn’t seem to be much to do in the area,...

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Organized Calendar and Desk: An example of organization, February 20, 2023 Photo courtesy: Elizabeth Swistock

How To Enjoy Yourself Into the New Year

Eliana Stockwood | March 3, 2025

When entering the new year there are things that people like to improve themselves on, whether it’s changing their mindset, working on spending more time with friends, making more plans for their self-enjoyment, etc.  For improving mental health or mindset, people do this to have the “fresh start”...

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New Orleans Bourbon Street: Closed off view of Bourbon Street, January 6th, 2025. Photo courtesy: Chris Granger

Rising Up

New Orleans’ Community Response to Terrorism
Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer | January 28, 2025

Recap of the Event:  Down in the city of New Orleans on January 2nd, there was an accident involving a man driving a pickup truck. The morning of the event there were people crowding Bourbon Street down in the parts of Louisiana. Unaware of what would unfortunately happen later that night. There...

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Candy Cane Cookies: Candy cane cookies after being prepped and ready to eat with sparkling sugar, November 16, 2022. Photo courtesy: Ella Claire & Co

Bake Your Way Into The Holiday

Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer | December 17, 2024

The holiday season is always filled with warm memories and classic sweet treats. Baked goods are always present at a holiday get-together, so spice things up with a new treat this year.  The first treat is Chocolate cupcakes with Peppermint Frosting. These sweet tiny cakes are chocolatey and minty...

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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Turkey Float: Macy’s Parade yearly float, November 28, 2023. Photo courtesy: Eugene Gologursky/Getty Images for Macy’s Inc.

Celebrating the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Eliana Stockwood, Staff Writer | November 26, 2024

What’s to Come in 2024: The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is celebrating its 98th anniversary in 2024. For the past 98 years of the parade, people have supported and flown balloon floats across the streets of New York City. It’s an event people like to see on television or in person during...

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