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Chelsea wins UEFA Championship
“It was the best footballing of my life,” Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard said. Lampard, 33, took part in helping Chelsea conquer German giants Bayern Munich in the final leg of the UEFA Champions League. It was indeed a final to remember, as Chelsea’s luck was about to expire due to Thomas Muller netting a header […]
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An Open Invitation to Publish with The Tiger Times
June 21, 2012
by thetigertimes
Next year is coming quickly. There is a class, usually ninth period, with Mr. Houp that I think you should take. This class is journalism. Journalism is in the communications field, and it involves the act of reporting the news. Journalism is really cool because you can report on anything you want as long as […]
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Zombie Ant Fungus Haunts the Tropics
June 20, 2012
by thetigertimes4
When people think of the news, they think of topics such as sports or the community. Generally, they don’t think of the tropical populations of carpenter ants being wiped out by a fungal infection. The infection is caused by a fungus which releases spores that specifically targets ants. When the spores come in contact with […]
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Rivera Sorely Missed by Yankees
June 20, 2012
by thetigertimes
Since 1997, the New York Yankees have been blessed with an amazing closer in Mariano Rivera. But on 3 May, Rivera tore a ligament in his knee. He did so during batting practice. Rivera was catching fly balls during batting practice when he was running towards the warning track and suddenly his knee buckled. As […]
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Vans Warped Tour Coming to Scranton, Camden
June 19, 2012
by thetigertimes
For most teens, the coming of June represents the arrival of a summer long awaited. Many look forward to family vacations, good times with friends, or simply enjoying the stress-free environment that summer is known to bring. For others, however, the turning of the calendar to June signifies the drawing closer of a grand festival […]
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FAHS Students Have a Good Day at Twelfth Night
June 19, 2012
by thetigertimes
Hear ye, hear ye! On the 18 March, Mr. Marc Walter, a high school English teacher, took a collection of his students to see Twelfth Night, a show that was being performed at The Philadelphia Shakespeare Theatre. He took many of his classes, a mix of freshmen and seniors. There was enough room for 45 […]
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Aimee Helps BFFs to Not Mean “Bickering, Feuding Friends”
June 18, 2012
by thetigertimes
Dear Aimee, My best friend and I are fighting over the dumbest things, and now she won’t even talk to me. What should I do? Sincerely, Failing at Friendship Dear Failing at Friendship, Most best friends have the time period when their friendship is truly tested. This is a crucial time in a friendship. […]
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Diverse Summer Cinema Offerings Expected
June 18, 2012
by thetigertimes
Looking to see a good movie this summer? This upcoming season has a variety of different movies for all viewers. Everything from comedies to superhero movies will be represented in this much anticipated summer. “Ted” comes out on 29 June. “Ted” is a comedy with Mark Wahlberg, Mila Kunis, and Seth MacFarlane (as Ted). Wahlberg […]
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FAHS Course Selection Goes Digital
June 15, 2012
by thetigertimes
Course selection has always been a difficult task when starting a new year in high school. There’s the battle to try to get the best electives, making sure students have all the credits they need while deciding what level of classes they should take. That’s all about to change with the new policy enacted at […]
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Craig Owens Welcomed Back into Chiodos Fold
June 15, 2012
by thetigertimes
The end of April marked a momentous occasion for the Davison, Michigan, musical group, Chiodos. The original lead singer from the previously named The Chiodos Bros has since been reunited with the group after being kicked out in 2009. In 2009, after two successful albums, Bone Palace Ballet (2005) and All’s Well That Ends Well […]
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Vinyl-Digital Debate Continues into 21st Century
June 14, 2012
by thetigertimes
Ever since the first compact disc came out, the debate has existed: Vinyl or CD, which sounds better? Vinyl records originated in the late 1890’s, although they weren’t made for commercial sales of music until RCA Victor launched a long-playing vinyl music player. Vinyls reigned supreme up until the compact disc was developed in the […]
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Real-Life Crimes Signal Dawn of Zombie Apocalypse
June 14, 2012
by thetigertimes
Stock up on rations, ammunition, and guns; find a safe house too: The zombies are coming! On 29 May, A Florida man was fatally shot after he was found eating another living man’s face in the middle of the day while he was nude. Police shot the man, ordering him off the other man. The […]
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Used’s Vulnerable Is Impervious to Critique
June 13, 2012
by thetigertimes
After over 11 years and three albums, The Used has managed to maintain a core group of original members, only ever replacing a drummer once. After leaving Reprise Records, Quinn Allman (Guitar, Backing Vocals), Jeph Howard (Bass Guitar), Bert McCracken (Lead Vocals), and Dan Whitesides (Drums) formed Anger Music Group, their own label to record […]
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FASD Budget Plans Full of Compromise
June 13, 2012
by thetigertimes
Even though the new school year is months away, many plans are underway for the upcoming 2012- 2013 school year. Over the last couple of months, many meetings have been held concerning the budget for next school year. Each board meeting is different in its own way; sometimes many teachers, students, and parents talk about […]
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NFL Draft Picks Hold Some Surprises
June 12, 2012
by thetigertimes
The 2012 NFL Draft was 26-28 April. For those who do not know what the draft is, it is where NFL teams pick college football players to play for their football teams. “So, basically the NFL Draft is the second best thing to the actual NFL season because I get to see the new up-and-coming […]
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Tie-Dye Fruity Cupcakes are Fun
June 12, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Ingredients: 1 package (2-layer size) white cake mix ¼ cup dry JELL-O Orange Flavor Gelatin ¼ cup dry JELL-O Lime Flavor Gelatin ¼ cup dry JELL-O Strawberry Flavor Gelatin 1 container (16 oz.) ready-to-spread vanilla frosting Prep Time: 30 Minutes (plus refrigerating) Makes: 24 Servings Directions: 1. Prepare cake batter as directed on package. 2. […]
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Random Cheese: What Is Your Dream Summer Vacation Destination?
June 11, 2012
by thetigertimes4
Rocco Russo (’15): “Italy.” Alexander Merceron (’14): “The Bahamas.” Jared Adam (’15): “New Mexico, to hunt.” Matt Hook (’15): “Jamaica.” Mallory Christman (’12): “Maine. I don’t like warm weather.” Acacia Gerhard (’12): “Greece, so I can see all my family.” Caroline Morataya (’12): “Guatemala to see my family.” Kial Maynard (’12): “Ireland. It’s where the […]
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Dear Aimee Addresses College Concerns
June 11, 2012
by thetigertimes
Dear Aimee, I am unsure of where I want to go after high school, and it’s almost the end of the year. What do I do? Sincerely, Clueless in College Prep Dear Clueless in College Prep, There are several possibilities you have in this case. If you have been accepted to multiple colleges, then you […]
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Tentative FASD Budget Approved
June 8, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Word has been circulating around the immediate area about the new budget cuts that have been approved by the Fleetwood School Board. The budget, which was approved in early May, will be the tentative budget for the Fleetwood Area School District starting in the 2012-2013 school year. Unfortunately, the budget has had some drawbacks. One […]
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Preschoolers Make a Difference in Cancer Research
June 8, 2012
by thetigertimes
St. Paul’s UCC School hosted an arts and craft show to raise money for cancer research. All of the proceeds were donated to Alex’s Lemonade Stand. Students from the school tagged along and helped out at the event. The students who volunteered ranged from three to five years old. “The students were proud to do […]
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Random Profile: Kaily Alvarez
June 7, 2012
by thetigertimes4
When is your birthday? August 20th, 1994. Are you involved in any extracurricular activities? Yes, volleyball, basketball, and traveling girls volleyball club. What is your favorite… 1. Color: Blue. 2. Sport: Volleyball. 3. Movie: Madea Movies. 4. TV shows: SVU (Special victim unit), MTV, Keeping Up with the Kardashians. 5. Book: They Cage the Animals […]
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2011 Marks Traffic Fatality Low
June 7, 2012
by thetigertimes
The year of 2011 has set the record with traffic deaths at 32,310–the lowest since 1949, when the total was 30,246. The number of deaths for this year is exactly 445 fewer, and approximately 1.3% less than the traffic deaths of 2010. Pennsylvania also experienced a dip in the number of fatalities with 1291 deaths, […]
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Fleetwood Baseball Finds Success
June 6, 2012
by thetigertimes4
Fleetwood Area High School, historically known as one of the area’s strongest soccer powerhouses, has rarely gained much publicity for its sometimes mediocre baseball program. Recent years have been no exception; the Tigers managed only five wins last season, after totaling just three league wins in the previous two years combined. This year, however, the […]
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2012 Olympics Arriving in London This Summer
June 6, 2012
by thetigertimes1
Prepare yourselves, London, because the 2012 summer Olympics are coming to you! The summer Olympics consists of events such as diving, cycling, track and field events, skeet shooting, archery, badminton, basketball, among other sports. This will be the 48th summer games in documented history. The Olympics usually last over a span of 16 days, including […]
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June 21, 2012
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