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John Johnson

John Johnson, Staff Writer

Hi, my name is John Johnson, and I’m a junior at Foran High School. This is my 1st year taking journalism, and I am a staff writer. I picked journalism because I love writing and learning about the people and places around me. At Foran, I am involved in basketball and baseball. In my free time, I enjoy the beach, hanging out with friends, and fishing. Some other things about myself is that I want to major in business and play college baseball.

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Steeple: The tall steeple of the church stands high in the sky, May 5, 2026. Photo courtesy: John Johnson

First Church

New Connections, Gatherings, and Love
John Johnson, Staff Writer | May 19, 2026

The First Church of Christ is an important place in Milford. It has been around for a long time. The tall steeple can be seen from far away. People go there to learn, pray, and be together. When you look closely you can see many cool details. The church shows the true history and spirit of the town.

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Nick Toto Officiating: Boys basketball being officiated by Nick Toto, January 13, 2026. Photo courtesy: CIAC Athletics Instagram

Officiating Youth Sports

Behind the Scenes of Reffing
John Johnson and James McNulty | April 21, 2026

The crowd cheers, the coaches shout plays, and the players battle it out on the court. But behind every game, there are officials who often get no credit for keeping the game in order. Basketball refereeing is more than just blowing a whistle.  Connecticut referee Mr. Nick Toto states,“When I started...

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UConn Application: A student filling out a UConn application, January 27, 2026. Photo courtesy: John Johnson.

Is College Worth It Anymore?

John Johnson and James McNulty | March 6, 2026

According to the Bureau of Labor, nearly 63% of high school graduates enroll in college right after finishing school. Recent national data show that more students than ever are questioning whether that choice still benefits in the long run. As other career pathways grow, the decision to attend...

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Plow at Work in a Commercial Lot: A plow clearing snow from the Tractor Supply lot, January 2, 2026. Photo courtesy: Daniel DeSousa.

Winter Cash

Making Quick Cash from Snow Removal
James McNulty and John Johnson | February 18, 2026

Only halfway through winter, Milford has already seen over a foot of snow, and many residential homeowners struggle to keep up with the snow removal. Some teens choose to take on the task of pocketing some easy cash by clearing driveways, sidewalks, and walkways. Many students in Milford have taken...

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Milford Fire Department on Scene: Smoke coming from a house, November 7, 2025. Photo courtesy: Milford Fire Department (Facebook).

Putting Out Fires and Helping the Community

The Recruitment Process Behind Joining the Milford Fire Department
James McNulty and John Johnson | December 18, 2025

Many students leave high school with plans for college, and some attend trade schools, but very few look to join the Milford Fire Department. Firefighters in Milford are required to be trained as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and hold their certificate while at the department. Milford’s...

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“How You Doin”: A new sandwich at R&M Cutlets, October 2025 photo Courtesy Nittoly family

Dreams On A Plate

R&M Cutlets
James McNulty and John Johnson | November 11, 2025

Three friends with a strong passion for food and community are bringing their dreams to life with R&M Cutlets. Owners Matt Nittoly, Ryan Trevathan, and Mike Hazard come together to bring a new style of deli to Milford, CT. The deli is located at 575 New Haven Ave. and is opening soon. Many members...

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Playing in the Goal: Tino Scaranuzzo directing the team up the field after stopping a goal. September 2, 2025. Photo courtesy: Denise Larka

Defending More Than the Goal

John Johnson and Jack Laird | September 17, 2025

With only three years of experience, Foran soccer player Tino Scaranuzzo looks to push past his challenging schedule with a young new group of players. Scaranuzzo, the goalie, is considered one of the leaders on the team and will be doing everything in his power to guide his team to success this season.  The...

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