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Matt Adkins

Matt Adkins, Staff Writer

Hi, my name is Matt Adkins and I am a junior at Foran and a staff writer for the Mane Street Mirror. I play hockey, lacrosse, and I am a part of natural helpers. I work at the ice hockey rink. I spend my free time going to the gym and hanging out with my friends. 

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Cookies Galore: A tin of chocolate chip cookies bought from the store is shown, November 17, 2024. Photo Courtesy: Creative Commons

America’s Favorite Dessert

Celebration of National Cookie Day
Gavin Conte and Matt Adkins | December 12, 2024

Cookies. One of the United States’ favorite desserts is being celebrated this year on December 4 through National Cookie Day. This holiday may seem pointless, however, according to Statista, people across the United States purchase over two billion cookies per year, and around 95% of households eat...

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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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Ready To Go: New teachers Mr. John Liscio and Ms. Megan Hosking pose together for a picture, September 25, 2024. Photo By: John Liscio

Entering the Lion’s Den

An Introduction to Foran’s New Teachers
Gavin Conte and Matt Adkins | October 15, 2024

Each year, some Foran teachers depart and say goodbye, while others start a new chapter in their teaching careers by taking their place. This school year, two new teachers are joining the Foran staff, and they hope to make their mark on the school community. The new teachers are Mr. John Liscio and...

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Foran’s First: Captain and senior Kelly Aspras with her coaches Thomas Rashaad (Left) and David Esposito (Right), January 2023.

No Pain, No Gain

Foran’s Wrestling Team is Back on The Mat
Gavin Fanelli and Matt Adkins | January 5, 2024

          The Foran High School wrestling team is back at it. With almost 50 kids suiting up this year, they are ready to take on the competition.            Head wrestling coach Dave Esposito states, “We have been working hard. We have many returning players, state place wins and young...

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Photos with Santa: Santa’s Polar Express at the Milford CT Post Mall, November 2022.

Winter Events In & Around Milford

When, Where, and What You Need to Know
Gavin Fanelli and Matt Adkins | December 13, 2023

          As the cold air sets in, that can only mean one thing, the holiday season is near. In and around Milford there are many fun things to do during the holiday season with family and friends.           First things first, Santa makes his debut at the Connecticut Post Mall starting...

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Foran’s Veterans: Mr. Thomas Dillon and Mr. Paul Grillo standing next to an American flag. October 16, 2023.

We Thank You Veterans of Foran

Gavin Fanelli and Matt Adkins | November 10, 2023

          Veterans Day is a celebration to honor those who served in the armed forces for their patriotism and those killed in the country’s wars.           Veterans Day is celebrated each year on November 11, regardless of what day of the week it falls on. However, if it occurs on a Sunday...

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