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Boston Marathon Bomber Gets Death Row
On 15 April 2013, two bombs went off near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, killing three spectators and wounding more than 260 other people. Four days later, after a big manhunt that shut down some of the Boston area, police captured one of the bombing suspects, nineteen-year-old Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. Investigators later found out […]
Fleetwood’s First Annual Mini Thon Goal $5,000
May 29, 2015 by thetigertimes7
Mini-Thon is an event that raises money for pediatric cancer. All of the proceeds go to children with cancer. A lot of places have their own version of Thon, Penn State being the largest. Penn State recently raised $13.34 million in their 46-hour long Thon. They had 700 students come out to support and raise […]
NFL Player Asks Girl to Prom
May 28, 2015 by thetigertimes6
Prom is in season, and “promposals” are the big thing right now. Every girl wants to be asked to prom in a cute way. One girl received an extra special promposal. Eighteen-year-old Khameyea Jennings is currently battling cancer. Carrying a big bouquet of red roses, Jacksonville Jaguar player Sen’Derrick Marks asked Jennings to her prom. “I […]
FBLA Recruits for Next School Year
May 28, 2015 by thetigertimes7
FBLA is recruiting new members for next school year. If you want to save $5.00 on your dues, you must sign up before 9 June. If you help recruit five new members, your dues are free. FBLA is a nonprofit educational association for students who are interested in learning more about the free enterprise system. […]
NFL Deflated Ball Scandal Pops
May 27, 2015 by thetigertimes6
In last year’s AFC Championship game against the Indianapolis Colts, the New England Patriots went on to win 45-7. After the game, there were many concerns from Colts players that the footballs were not fully inflated throughout the match-up. The game took place in New England, which means that it was the Patriots home field […]
Festivities Flourish as School Comes to a Close
May 27, 2015 by thetigertimes
The end of the school year is coming up fast! There are a lot of things that will be going on within the next month so that the 2014-2015 school year can come to an exciting and official end. “I’m so excited to graduate. It came too fast, but it’s exciting to actually be able […]
Boys and Girls Track Wrap Up Great Season
May 26, 2015 by thetigertimes
The Fleetwood Tigers boys and girls varsity track teams wrapped up a great season. The boys finished with an outstanding record of 7-0, and the girls finished with a record of 6-1. “It was an amazing last season, and it’s one I’ll remember for a long time. We made a ton of great memories,” senior […]
Fleetwood Students Vote on Favorite Summer Outfits
May 26, 2015 by thetigertimes6
Put your winter clothing away and start unpacking the shorts and t-shirts! With the warm weather finally arriving after a brutal winter season, people are starting to enjoy the sunshine on their skin. “I can’t wait until school’s out and I can wear my cute summer dresses and just sit outside all day and enjoy the […]
Florida is Favorite Vacation Spot for Fleetwood
May 22, 2015 by thetigertimes6
Summer is right around the corner, and families are starting to plan their vacations. A lot of families go to the same vacation spots every year as a family tradition. A survey went around Fleetwood Area High School. Students were asked where they go on vacation–or, if they don’t go on vacation, where they would […]
Memorial Day Revisited
May 21, 2015 by thetigertimes6
Memorial Day is an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May. It honors men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day. It originated in the years following of the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe […]
2015 NBA Playoffs Underway
May 21, 2015 by thetigertimes7
The 2015 NBA playoffs are well underway. “It’s the best time of the year, when the NBA playoffs are on,” senior basketball player Matt Hook said. It all started in the West division with the Golden State Warriors, the number one seed, who took on the New Orleans Pelicans. The Warriors, arguably the best team […]
Virgo Once Again Finds Herself in the Winner’s Circle
May 20, 2015 by thetigertimes6
Cyre Virgo, a senior here at Fleetwood, once again finds herself in the winner’s circle. Virgo just won her second Penn Relays girls high-jump title. When Virgo was a junior, she placed second. Just recently, Cyre jumped 5’ 10½” to reclaim her high jump title. Cyre had set her own record sophomore year when she […]
Bieber Roast Creates Buzz all Over the World
May 19, 2015 by thetigertimes6
On 14 March 2014, Comedy Central held the “Roast of Justin Bieber,” which created a buzz all over the world. The roast consisted of many stars, including Hannibal Buress, Jeff Ross, Martha Stewart, Snoop Dogg, Ludacris, Shaquille O’Neal, Chris D’Elia, Natasha Leggero, Pete Davidson, and Will Ferrell as Ron Burgundy, and, of course, the host […]
Tebow Soars Into Philadelphia
May 18, 2015 by thetigertimes6
Tim Tebow has not played a regular season game since 2012, when he played for the New York Jets. Tebow signed with the New England Patriots in 2013 but was ultimately released in training camp. “Tebow isn’t a bad player. He gets scrutinized for every mistake he makes, but there are some quarterbacks that are […]
Random Cheese: What’s Your Favorite Thing About Prom?
May 15, 2015 by thetigertimes7
“Getting dressed; I’ve never been to prom before,” junior Carly Decembrino said. “Getting to dance and have fun with all my friends,” junior Brooke Scheaffer said. “Hang out with friends,” junior Jake Feick said. “Getting dressed up, hanging out with my cool cats,” senior Thaddeus Cornick said. “Excited for the dancing,” senior Gary Gabriel said. […]
Journalism and Art Awards Presented
May 14, 2015 by thetigertimes7
On 22 April 2015, there was an awards ceremony honoring those who excel in Journalism and Art. Mrs. Diane Chisdak, Artifact Magazine Adviser, gave the Artifact Editor’s Award. The Artifact Editor’s Award is given to the student(s) each year who, with their hard work and dedication, have made a major contribution to the creation of […]
Fleetwood’s FBLA chapter is 8th best in PA
May 13, 2015 by thetigertimes6
“It was a really great learning experience, and it was also really fun,” junior Amanda Meck said. Twenty-five members of Fleetwood’s FBLA club attended the 2015 State Leadership Conference held in Hershey, Pennsylvania. “In order to compete in states, I had to place first in public speaking at regionals,” Meck said. At the conference, the […]
Students Compete in FCCLA States Competition
May 12, 2015 by thetigertimes6
From 18 to 20 March, five Fleetwood students competed in The Pennsylvania Association of Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) states competition. These students attend BCTC in Culinary Arts and Early Childhood Education. “I did a poster board on respect and presented to three classes and went to some classes. We were trying […]
FAHS Hosts 5K for AJ
May 11, 2015 by thetigertimes
Fleetwood Area High School is hosting the “5k for A.J.” Participants run three miles and then walk one mile to cool off. This fundraiser is for Aidan Sandor. “I think it’s awesome that we are able to raise money for Aidan and help him be able to afford everything he needs,” sophomore Charlie Wildermuth said. […]
Beloved M.S. Phys. Ed Teacher to Retire
May 7, 2015 by thetigertimes6
The enthusiastic middle school gym teacher that students have all come to know, Mrs. Debra Phillips, has decided to retire after the 2014/2015 school year. This was a very difficult decision for her to make, and she has been considering it for two long years. Phillips believes that it is too soon to leave her teaching […]
The Tiger Times 
May 29, 2015 by thetigertimes6
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