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Senior Pancake Breakfast a Success
On Saturday, 27 October, the senior class hosted its final pancake breakfast in the high school cafeteria. The purpose of this breakfast was to raise money to help this year’s senior class pay for graduation. Overall, the breakfast was a success. A majority of the people who may not have been able to come in previous […]
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Fleetwood Hall of Fame Ceremony to be Unforgettable
November 27, 2012
by thetigertimes5
This December, the Fleetwood Hall of Fame Ceremony will be held. The event will be honoring past Fleetwood students for their athletic accomplishments. “The ceremony is taking place on Thursday December 27,2012, in conjunction with the 2012 Boys’ Basketball 49th Annual Tiger Classic Tournament,” Fleetwood athletic director Matt Diehl said. “The ceremony will take place […]
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Sandor and Song Remain Upbeat Despite DMD
November 27, 2012
by thetigertimes5
You may not know his face, but you have probably heard his name. Seventh grader Aidan Sandor is a student at Fleetwood Area Middle School currently battling Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), an inherited disorder that involves muscle weakness that worsens over time and which is most commonly diagnosed in adolescent boys. Sandor was diagnosed in […]
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Tekken Tag Tournament 2 Worth the Money
November 21, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Tekken Tag Tournament 2 marks the eighth game in the long-standing Tekken fighting game series. This is the sequel to Tekken Tag Tournament, and one would not expect disappointment from the widely loved and generally well-regarded series. Unlike the other Tekken games, save Tekken Tag Tournament, this game offers something different to Tekken’s fighting formula […]
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Sandy Brings Devastation on Northbound Journey
November 21, 2012
by thetigertimes4
On 29 October, 2012, Hurricane Sandy, the largest Atlantic hurricane on record, devastated parts of the east coast. Sandy is estimated to have caused around $20 billion in damage. The storm prevented people from leaving their homes and forced some to find other ways of entertaining themselves. “To prepare for the hurricane, we bought a […]
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Chevy, Ford Rivalry an Arbitrary Debate
November 20, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Many know that the Chevy v. Ford feud is a long-standing tradition, but when people are questioned why they like each vehicle, a straight answer is rarely given. Some say whichever vehicle their parents drove. There are no real fact as to which manufacturer is better, but the opinions are beyond hilarious. “I grew up […]
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Washington Soars in Flight
November 20, 2012
by thetigertimes5
A hung over, naked man wakes up in a trashy motel outside an airport in Florida. A beautiful woman wakes up beside him. She reminds him they have a nine o’clock flight. She is the flight attendant; he is the pilot. After taking a swig of vodka and snorting a line of coke, he’s ready […]
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Oriental Cole Slaw Great for Thanksgiving
November 19, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Ingredients: 1 pack (chicken) Ramen Noodles with seasoning packet 1 pound bag cole slaw ½ cup sliced almonds 3 tablespoons sesame seeds 2 tablespoons butter 4 teaspoons sugar ½ cup canola oil 1 teaspoon pepper ½ teaspoon salt 2 teaspoons rice vinegar Directions: 1. Crush noodles. 2. Melt butter. 3. Add almonds, noodles, and sesame […]
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FAHS Re-Elects Obama Too
November 19, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Tuesday, 6 November, 2012, was an important day for all Americans, and FAHS students weren’t left out. Everyone age eighteen or older could participate in picking the next leader of America. Unfortunately, most students at Fleetwood Area High School could not participate because they were not of age; however, FAHS held its own mock election […]
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Hockey Hiatus Infuriates Fans
November 16, 2012
by thetigertimes5
The National Hockey League (NHL) lockout began on 15 September, 2012. It is a dispute between the players in the NHL and the coaches. The owners locked out the players because they could not come to an agreement before the season started, and their collective bargaining agreement expired less than a month before the season. […]
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Maynard Joins the Arts
November 16, 2012
by thetigertimes4
FAHS senior Lyndsay Maynard never took any art electives before experiencing her first endeavor in the arts by participating in Senior Art. She is a self-proclaimed realism artist whose mediums include various forms of paints, acrylic and water-color; as well as colored pencil, charcoal, ink, and pencil. The inspiration for Maynard’s work is whatever comes […]
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New Laws Hope to Engender Safer Driving
November 15, 2012
by thetigertimes4
In early November, several states enacted laws banning teen drivers from using cell phones behind the wheel. The law will ban any use of cell phones, including texting and calling, by teens who are driving. In some states, a $150 fine will be issued to those caught in the act of texting while driving. Currently, […]
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Philosophy Club Thinks Itself into Being
November 15, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Students looking for something to do after school may be in luck. This year, Fleetwood Area High School has a brand-new Philosophy Club. Dissatisfied with the focuses and options offered to them by other after school clubs, seniors Cody Millard and Leif Greiss came up with the idea for a club dedicated to the discussion […]
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Felix Baumgartner Falls into History
November 14, 2012
by thetigertimes4
On 14 October, 2012, “Fearless” Felix Baumgartner made history with the first “Supersonic Dive”. He described his free fall as “swimming without touching water.” Twenty- Four miles above the New Mexico Desert was where the jump took place. Felix is the only human being to break the speed of sound without the help of a supersonic […]
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Random Cheese: What do you like most about winter?
November 14, 2012
by thetigertimes4
What do you like most about winter? Joe Kinek (10th): “I hate winter.” Kayla Daniels (10th): “Hot chocolate.” Teacher Matt Kellet: “Basketball.” Nick Carroll (9th)- “I don’t like winter.” Austin Young (10th): “Christmas.” Justin Dantas (12th): “NBA Season.” Ryan Andre (11th): “Hot chocolate.” Kae Huang (10th): “Spending time with my family on winter break.” Brandon […]
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Garrett Cares for Candles and Kids
November 8, 2012
by thetigertimes5
She’s there in the center desk, but you might not have discovered her name yet. The new FAHS secretary April Garrett, a Fleetwood graduate who was excited when she was offered the job as a high school main office secretary. “I have always had a love for children but was unable to complete my teaching degree due to […]
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Argo a Realistic Thriller
November 7, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Argo begins with a powerful scene depicting chaos and confusion in a foreign land. The U.S. embassy is raided by an angry mob in Iran in 1979. Six American ambassadors escape and take shelter at the Canadian ambassador’s house. They stay hunkered down for several months while, back in America, yellow ribbons are tied around […]
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Mazenko Joins FAHS English Cast
November 6, 2012
by thetigertimes
Born in Levittown but raised in Langhorne, PA, Sarah Mazenko has traveled about two hours to attend Kutztown University, where she is attending school. At KU, she is studying as an undergraduate in Secondary Education and English in hopes of becoming an English teacher. The only other grade she has taught thus far is twelfth […]
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Misa’s Fugue Set for Success
November 5, 2012
by thetigertimes4
Misa’s Fugue, a documentary about Holocaust survivor Frank “Misa” Grunwald was produced with the help of over 200 Fleetwood Area High Students. The idea, and later the pre-production, for Misa’s Fugue began on June 25, 2010, the date media teacher Sean Gaston met Grunwald at a Holocaust education conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. Gaston always wanted to find […]
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Don’t Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
November 5, 2012
by thetigertimes4
Sleeping Dogs, originally to be released as True Crime: Hong Kong is a video game that follows a third person open-world crime drama format and follows the story of Wei Shen, a cop in Hong Kong who is set undercover to infiltrate and dismantle the Triad gang known as the Sun On Yee. The story […]
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Beardvember a Glorious Time for Guys
November 1, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Beardvember is a time of glorious facial hair bonding amongst men. One can ask any male friend, and someone will most likely know or have participated in Beardvember. Also known as “No Shave November,” this activity is fun for all who embrace it. The idea behind this occasion is pretty simple. Guys get to enjoy a […]
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New Coach Martinez to Lead Team to Greatness
October 31, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Coach James Martinez is the new head coach of the FAHS football team. Martinez came to Fleetwood in the spring 2012, a tough time to jump into a football program, but Martinez assumed control of the program quickly. Martinez immediately started players on lifting programs. On top of that, he set up a speed and […]
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Business and Pleasure Abounds for FBLA
October 31, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Future Business Leaders of America, or FBLA, is a non-profit organization that benefits the youth of today. All high school students have the opportunity to sign up and participate in FBLA. FBLA does a lot of things to educate students on the world of business and how important occupations in marketing and management are. If […]
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FAHS Band Maintains Good Reputation
October 26, 2012
by thetigertimes5
Throughout Fleetwood history, one of the most talented and dedicated groups has been the high school band. Conducted by music teacher Charles Ebersole, the band attends all home football games, most local parades, and hosts a few concerts over the school year. Each year, Fleetwood Area Music Association (FAMA) travels somewhere to show off its […]
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The Tiger Times 
December 4, 2012
by thetigertimes5
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