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Premier League 2014 Kicks Off
It’s back, easily one of the best leagues in the world, the Premier League, watched by millions and a favorite of many more. The league is led by the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Tottenham. So far, Chelsea is sitting in first place without even losing a game yet! Diego […]
Misa’s Fugue Screens at Toronto Jewish Film Festival
June 23, 2014
Misa’s Fugue is a movie directed by Fleetwood media teacher Mr. Sean Gaston. It was created by Fleetwood Area High School students and staff. It also recently played at the Toronto Film Festival. The Toronto Jewish Film festival is the largest Jewish Film Festival in the world. It was held on 1-11 May. It is a […]
Draper’s Descent Headlines Mad Men Season Seven
June 6, 2014
Mad Men is an American television drama that debuted on AMC in 2007 and is now in its seventh and final season. The season was broken up in two halves, with the first half wrapping up last Sunday and the second half to air next year. AMC used this same model with Breaking Bad and […]
Family Remembers Stephanie Steiner
May 30, 2014
Back In December, I shared my heartbroken story about my stepmom, Stephanie Steiner, who was diagnosed with stage-four melanoma. Many of you have been supporting her and buying the green bracelets. I had planned to give my father, Jeffery Steiner, the bracelet money for his birthday on 26 May and surprise the both of them. My […]
Random Cheese: What Is Your Favorite Summertime Activity?
May 29, 2014
Hanna Schoener, 9th grade: “Hang out with my friends.” Katelyn Langford, 11th grade: “I like to go swimming, go on vacation, and hang out with my friends.” Angelika Guiguema, 11th grade: “I like to sleep.” Kale Sacks, 11th grade: “I like to sleep.” Caitlyn Murray, 12th grade: “Bonfires and night swimming.” Justin Hummel, 9th grade: […]
Noah Sinks Beneath Aranofsky’s Action-Oriented Melodrama
May 23, 2014
The biblical story of Noah and the ark has been passed down through history in cultures and countries all over the world, and the latest re-telling of the classic fable is Darren Aronofsky’s Noah, the first Hollywood production to tackle this particular tale. The film was met with a myriad of controversy from Christians who […]
Random Cheese: What Are Your Post-Prom Plans?
May 15, 2014
Sarah Ahearn, ’12: “Going home because I have no friends.” Emanuel Tavoc, ’12: “I plan on sleeping because I don’t know yet. Maybe midnight bowling.” Elaine Huang, ’12: “Going home to sleep.” Matthew Biniek, Chemistry Teacher: “I’m probably going out with the chaperons.” Michael Wamsher, ’11: “I might go midnight bowling.” Rachel Looker, ’12: “I’m […]
Finals Ahead: Are You Ready?
May 2, 2014
As the end of the year is fast approaching, and the test and grades are piling up, things might become kind of stressful. It doesn’t help that, perhaps the hardest tests of the year, the mid-term and final, are also on the plate and will require constant studying and diligence if one wishes to pass. […]
D-Jack out of Philly
April 11, 2014
Philadelphia Eagles recently released superstar wide receiver Desean Jackson. The wideout is one of the most fearsome receivers in the league, with deafening speed and great hands. There has been much controversy lately about Jackson’s future. Jackson was the deep threat in Chip Kelly’s up-tempo offense and made defenders fearful of big plays. The Eagles […]
Adreian Payne Creates Off-Court Legacy
April 10, 2014
Sometimes there are stories that emerge during March Madness that make you want to put your bracket down and realize something. One of those stories comes between Michigan State basketball star Adreian Payne and Lacey Holsworth. Lacy is an 8-year old child whom Payne met when the Michigan State basketball team went to a local […]
David Beckham and Lebron James to Start MLS team
April 9, 2014
After retiring in May 2013, David Beckham is going to start his very own Major League Soccer (MLS) team. Beckham’s team will be started in Miami, Florida. David is expected to organize his own team for the 2017 season as the twenty-second team in MLS. Everyone is ready for a Miami MLS team to start after 10 […]
Mackey’s Cinderella Run Is a Marvel Redeemed
April 7, 2014
Kevin Mackey’s 1986 Cleveland State Vikings basketball team was the first team in the NCAA Tournament to make a Cinderella run. Cleveland State would end their regular season with a record of 24-3 overall and 13-1 in the league. This gave them the chance to play in the AMCU-8 tournament. They would go on to […]
Burger King Baby Finds Birth Mother
April 4, 2014
Twenty-seven year-old Katheryn Deprill can also be now known as the Burger King Baby. Soon after she was born, Newborn Katheryn was left in a Burger King bathroom in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Although Katheryn is a successful woman with a husband and three children of her own, she was missing something in life. A part of […]
Accept, Interact Assist Animal League
April 3, 2014
On 13 March 2014, Fleetwood’s members of both the Accept and Interact club went to Berks Animal Rescue League to do community service. “While we were there, we got to see the dogs, cats, and other animals,” explained sophomore Marissa Faranda, who went on the trip. The Accept club became official about three years ago […]
April Fools: No Ransom Yet for Fleetwood Camel
April 1, 2014
On Sunday morning the 30 March, the famous Fleetwood camel residing next to Boyer’s Food Market was discovered missing from its enclosure. Local residents are distraught over the disappearance of their beloved camel. “We just want him to be returned safely,” senior Auston Clauss said. Surveillance videos from the Boyer’s parking lot show a large trailer […]
April Fools: Curling Comes to Fleetwood in 2014
April 1, 2014
Fleetwood Area High School has been looking to improve their school spirit and the sports program in recent years. There was a lot of thought put into a new sports program and other things of that nature, and, finally, a decision has been made. “Wow, I wasn’t aware that we were getting a curling team. […]
After-School Snacks Need Not Be Fatty
March 31, 2014
It’s after school, and you’re rummaging for a snack, but you’re getting sick of eating fatty foods. There are plenty of healthy after-school snacks to eat. Be creative in your choices. There are so many combinations and healthy ways to snack. It’s a well-known fact that eating small amounts of foods throughout the day will […]
Random Cheese: What Do You Want to Do Before You Die?
March 28, 2014
English teacher Sara Wilkinson: “Before I die, I want to travel to Germany.” Science teacher Erin Follweiler: “I want to rent a camper with my family and travel across the states.” Alex Merceron, 12th grade: “Travel to Spain.” Corey Campbell, 12th grade: “Before I die, I want to fly a plane.” Rocco Russo, 11th grade: […]
Tiger Times ’13-’14 T-Shirts Available for Purchase!
March 21, 2014
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Random Cheese: What Random Cheese Question Should We Ask?
March 17, 2014
Senior Antonio Goode: “I’d like to be asked what my favorite hobbies and interests are.” Senior Rachel Clarke: “What would you do with your life if money was a meaningless object?” Senior Patrick Coles: “Would you like to scratch my foot?” Senior Anthony Filippini: “Have you ever been to a Turkish prison?” History Teacher Mrs. […]
Random Cheese–Do you want another snow storm this school year, and why?
February 12, 2014
Mr. Matthew Biniek – Chemistry Teacher “No, that’s a horrible thing to ask because people die and 3000 people are still without power in Philly, you big meany.” Maddy Garcia – 10th grade “No, because I want my spring break as long as possible, and I don’t want to stay in school longer.” Erica Groncki […]
Jameis Winston Takes the Heisman
January 29, 2014
There’s no doubt that it is the most prestigious individual award in college football. The Heisman, which acknowledges the best player of the past season, began in 1935 and was named after John Heisman. “I think Jameis deserved the award. He had an amazing season, and he ended up winning the national championship,” sophomore Matt […]
PA Offers Myriad Spring Break Travel Choices
January 28, 2014
As the long cold winter starts to dissipate, the fresh air and warm sunshine of spring rolls right around the corner. Along with this fresh degree of happiness comes a much celebrated event in the school year, Spring Break. A time of laughter and fun, Spring break is a time of enjoyment before the final […]
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