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Cell Phones Older Than You’d Think
One thing that almost everyone has in common is the ownership of a cell phone. Because of their ability to call and instantly message somebody from anywhere as well as their ease and accessibility, cell phones have become one of the most commonly used electronic devices in the world. This has to make one wonder, How did […]
Miller-Keystone Blood Drive Honors Jim Fry
April 30, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Every spring and fall, FAHS hosts a generous means of demonstrating kindness and community. The Miller-Keystone Blood Clinic comes to FAHS for an entire day so that people can donate blood to those in need. Miller-Keystone will be setting up a donation center at the school on 2 May 2013. Every blood drive is important to all […]
Exciting Season for the NBA Coming up
April 29, 2013 by thetigertimes5
With the likes of LeBron James and the Miami Heat, as well as Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder, the NBA playoffs will be offer an intense playoff run from all teams. Last season, the Heat and the Thunder were fighting for the NBA championship, which the Heat took in astonishing fashion, winning the […]
Head Coach of Rutgers Fired for Abusing Players
April 29, 2013 by thetigertimes5
On 3 April, disturbing video clips were released to the public showing Rutgers basketball coach Mike Rice physically and verbally abusing his players during practice. ESPN aired the video clips, which depicted Mike Rice throwing basketballs at his players and also yelling at them and pushing them. Also on the video, viewers could also see Jimmy […]
Boston Marathon Bombings Break Hearts Nationwide
April 26, 2013 by thetigertimes
Every year, thousands of dedicated runners take the trip to Massachusetts to run the Boston Marathon on Patriot’s day. In fact, it’s the oldest annual city marathon in the world. Many spectators moved about frantically to find a spot to watch loved ones and friends cross the finish line, but none of them were prepared […]
Happy 50th Birthday to Chisdak and Rankin!
April 26, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Two teachers at Fleetwood Diane Chisdak and Sherri Rankin recently celebrated their fiftieth birthdays, and looking fabulous as ever. On her birthday, Rankin went out with good friends to Melt, a restaurant in Lehigh valley, and had dinner. “There were good food, good friends, and good dessert. You can’t ask for better than that,” Rankin […]
Random Cheese: What Is Your Biggest Fear?
April 25, 2013 by thetigertimes
“Elevators, hands down.” – Rachael Knarr, 12th “Whales.”- Joseph Roman, 12th “Literally everything.” –Abbey Porambo, 12th “Drowning and dying.”- Desirae Lesher, 12th “Snakes.”- Kelly Zuber, 11th “Thunderstorms.”- Stephanie Walker, 9th “Bugs.”- Ashley Wellman, 9th “Snakes.”- Olivia Leenhouts, 9th “Not being able to think of a fear or phobia.”- Adam Shapiro, 9th “Waking up tomorrow with […]
Apple/Android Feud Continues
April 25, 2013 by thetigertimes4
Team Edward or Team Jacob? Ketchup or Mustard? Republican or Democrat? What about Apple or Android? In modern times , “Apple or Android?” seems to be one of the most popular and strongly debated questions. Some say that iPhones are just nicer, and some say that Android is just cooler, but the truth is, do […]
Breaking Tradition, Pope Benedict XVI Resigns
April 24, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Monday, 11 February 2013, marked an emotional day for the 1.2 billion world-wide Catholics as Pope Benedict XVI, formally Joseph Ratzinger, informed the Roman Catholic population—as well as the rest of the world–that he would be resigning from his position on the 28th of that month. Ratzinger stated that he was “well aware of the seriousness […]
FAHS Ski Club is Chill
April 24, 2013 by thetigertimes4
Ski club here at Fleetwood Area School District goes on its trips to Bear Creek. Bear Creek Ski and Snowboard resort is a local ski resort only twenty-five minutes outside Fleetwood. Bear Creek has between 25 and 30 trails to explore. Bear Creek is the most successful ski resort near Fleetwood, and many people in the […]
Pope Francis: First Pope from the New World
April 23, 2013 by thetigertimes5
The Catholic Church was shocked when Pope Benedict XVI formally resigned on 28 February 2013. For a short period of time, the world was Popeless. This chaotic stretch of time generated a lot of suspense as cardinals voted on whom to elect as the new Pope. After several days of waiting anxiously, white smoke rose from […]
Rumors of New iPhone has Apple Users Going Bananas
April 22, 2013 by thetigertimes4
Rumors on the iPhone 6 have been flying. Apple leaked information leading many to ponder what features this new device will have. The computer company is currently deciding whether to call this phone the iPhone 5S or the iPhone 6. This new phone has many people making theories on what it may look like. One theory is that […]
My Chemical Romance Calls it Quits
April 19, 2013 by thetigertimes5
After twelve years, the Jersey-based band My Chemical Romance announced that, on the 22 March, it has “come to an end.” The band was originally formed by front-man Gerard Way and former drummer Matt Pelissier approximately one week after the 9/11 attacks. In a previous interview, Way stated that witnessing the planes crash into the […]
World Baseball Classic Begins
April 18, 2013 by thetigertimes5
The World Baseball Classic is an international baseball tournament that started in 2006. It includes 16 countries from all parts of the world. The World Baseball Classic is the first international baseball tournament to include MLB players. It is played every 4 years, and Japan is the two-time defending champion. There are four pools of […]
Fleetwood Students Compete in Economics Challenge
April 17, 2013 by thetigertimes5
On 27 February 2013, seniors of the Fleetwood student body attended an Economic Challenge competition. The Economic Challenge was hosted by Millersville University, where seniors were placed on different teams to compete. Fleetwood student teams were a David Ricardo Team and an Adam Smith team. Many Fleetwood seniors competed in the economic challenge. Not all were […]
German Students Participate in Essay Contest
April 16, 2013 by thetigertimes5
At Fleetwood Area High School, there are several different contests and competitions that allow students to excel in academics and in life. For German classes, they can excel to places beyond Fleetwood’s borders. Frau Christine Moll, a German teacher working at Fleetwood Area High School, and her students will be competing in an unforgettable contest. […]
42 Expected to Thrill the Crowd
April 16, 2013 by thetigertimes4
On 12 April, the movie 42 hit the theaters. 42 is a biographical movie about Hall of Fame baseball player Jackie Robinson’s life and how he broke the color barrier in baseball. 42 was directed by Brian Helgeland, and it stars actors Chadwick Boseman and Harrison Ford. “I plan on going to see the movie 42 […]
Boys’ Volleyball Prizes Teamwork, Motivation, Success
April 15, 2013 by thetigertimes5
The Fleetwood High School boys’ volleyball team has begun its season and is hoping for a successful record. The boys lost some key senior varsity starters, but upcoming players are expected to step up and fill the spots. “I just started playing volleyball this year, but so far, I see that we need to buckle […]
2013 FAHS Honor Society Inductees Honored
April 12, 2013 by thetigertimes
On 28 February, 2013, the FAHS chapter of National Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony. At this ceremony, senior members of NHS inducted the new junior and senior members. To be inducted into NHS, one must first apply. The application includes two essays and a list of one’s activities and community service. The tenants […]
2013 Pasta and Presto Concert Offers Variety
April 11, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Each year, the Fleetwood Area Music Association holds the Pasta and Presto Concert. On 16 March, 2013, in the high school gym, students performed in their musical groups at a 4:00 p.m. concert and a 7:30 p.m. concert. Pasta and Presto includes musical entertainment by students and a pasta dinner all throughout the day. At […]
Fleetwood Boys’ Baseball Hopeful for Success this Season
April 10, 2013 by thetigertimes5
The former county champions are back in action. The Fleetwood boys’ baseball team has started to practice again, and they are looking to have another successful season. The boys are hard at work to make sure they reach the same goals they achieved the year prior. “I’m hoping that we have a really good year, […]
Random Cheese: Gun Laws
April 9, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Should the government federal gun laws? Should Semi-Automatic weapons be banned? How do you feel about the government changing history by trying to change these laws? “No, we already have them. They should be allowed.” –Kylie Stoeckel, senior. “No, there are enough laws. No, [Semi-Automatic weapons] aren’t any worse than any other gun. It makes […]
The Wood Criterion Collection: Vol. V
April 8, 2013 by thetigertimes5
In this edition of The Wood, the pieces vary from sketchbook assignments, to an award-winning piece, to poetry. I is an Untitled Blurb piece by Anonymous that reads, “All I want is to be mad, at you, at what happened. All I want is one reason, one excuse, one justification. Just once I want to […]
North Korea Threatens Nuclear Warfare
April 5, 2013 by thetigertimes5
On Thursday, 7 March, North Korean leaders threatened the United States with a preemptive nuclear strike. This raised alarms throughout the nation and caused many to wonder if these threats wer serious. The threats came during a time when the U.N. Security Council was approving new sanctions against North Korea. Many believe these sanctions, including […]
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April 30, 2013 by thetigertimes4
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