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German Students Visit PA German Cultural Heritage Center
On 19 April, German students went on a field trip to the Pennsylvania German Cultural Heritage Center in Kutztown. Students left the school at 9:30 a.m. and returned shortly after 1:00 p.m. The German Cultural Heritage Center is a museum and cultural center that strives to preserve and promote the Pennsylvania German Culture. While there, students […]
Random Profile: Jasmine Ohlinger
May 14, 2013 by thetigertimes4
Jasmine Skye Marie Ohlinger is a Fleetwood Area High School senior born in Reading, PA. She enjoys playing tennis, playing video games, and playing with cats. Most describe her as a caring and understanding person. With such a great personality, her creativity comes out in her artwork. She is an amazing artist and enjoys taking the […]
Weather Woes in the Forecast
May 13, 2013 by thetigertimes5
It has been really hot, then freezing cold, then extremely dry, and then too humid that we could hear our hair frizz up before we even were outside. Pennsylvanians agree it has been a weird time for weather this year as well as the end of the 2012. One of the most trending questions now is what are […]
May Horoscopes
May 10, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Aries [March 21st- April 19th] One major illusion comes as well as one absolutely correct insight into your life. The illusion centers on money, friendship, and hopes for the future. Someone might play on your social instincts to hide something from you. The correct insight comes in the areas of investments, lifestyle changes, and travel. […]
Suarez Banned Again
May 9, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has been in a couple of controversial incidents in his career, and recently, he has added another to the list. He has been banned for ten games for biting Chelsea defender Banislav Ivanovic. The Uruguayan international will miss the rest of the season, which doesn’t look too promising for Liverpool. “I think it […]
Memorable Band Trip Ends with a Sputter
May 8, 2013 by thetigertimes4
From Thursday, 11 April, to Monday, 15 April, the 2013 annual music department trip took place. For some kids, it was their last—and one which they will be sure to never forget. Every year, the music department trip takes place at one of many locations. This year, the department went to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. “I […]
FAHS Music Returns from South Carolina
May 7, 2013 by thetigertimes5
Every year, the Fleetwood Area Music Department invites students to attend a trip to compete in a music competition. This year students who attended the trip had the chance to visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The trip to Myrtle Beach cost $510.00, which may seem like a lot, but participants could fundraise enough money to […]
Dominican Republic Dominates WBC
May 6, 2013 by thetigertimes4
The World Baseball Classic (WBC) is a world-wide baseball tournament that is held in the spring every year. Each country in the world has the opportunity to compete if they want to. As a substitute to spring training, some Major League Baseball athletes compete with their home country’s team. The MLB still keeps track of […]
FAHS German Students Participate in KU Competition
May 2, 2013 by thetigertimes5
On Wednesday, 10 April, Kutztown University hosted the inaugural World Languages Meet. Fleetwood German students competed in several events, taking home the second place prize in the events Virtual Amazing Language Race and Taboorades. They were the only team that participated in the Cultural Presentation. The festivities began at 8:30 a.m. and lasted until 4:30 p.m. […]
High Praise for The Story So Far
May 1, 2013 by thetigertimes4
Hailing from Walnut Creek, California, The Story so Far is a pop punk band that recently released its second studio album, What You Don’t See. The album’s release was met with a positive response, receiving praise from music critics and fans alike and going as high as #46 on the Billboard 200 Chart. Following the […]
Cell Phones Older Than You’d Think
April 30, 2013 by thetigertimes4
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 […]
The Tiger Times 
May 16, 2013 by thetigertimes5
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