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Hollister Reign Waning?
Some people love to shop at Hollister, but so many people hate how the lights are always so dim and the scent of the perfume is so strong—so much so that people have joined a group on Facebook that adopts the motto “When you enter Hollister, you need to use a flashlight and gas mask.” […]
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‘Catfish’ Will Divide and Captivate
October 7, 2010
by thetigertimes
“Catfish” is the kind of movie that requires its reviewer, in full disclosure, to share his views on social networking. So here it goes: I am not, nor have I ever been, an avid Facebook user. Even “The Social Network” itself can seem a bit more accessible to me than some of the content of […]
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FBLA Regional Conference Finds 2010 Home in Reading
September 28, 2010
by thetigertimes
Fleetwood’s FBLA chapter is one of the best in Berks County, and on Thursday, October 14th, they will be attending the regional conference at Reading High School. Mrs. Ackerman, who is not here for the 1st making period because of maternity leave, is the advisor for all of Region 8 as well as the advisor for Fleetwood High […]
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Students Anticipating Homecoming Parade
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Every year the student body of Fleetwood High anticipates the energy associated with Homecoming week. This time of year is arguably the most spirited point on the school calendar. The centerpiece of this enthusiastic time is always the Homecoming Parade. The parade itself is a combination of floats created by the various clubs, groups, and […]
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Linkin Park Continues Down the Road to Irrelevance
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Remember back in the early 2000’s when Linkin Park actually made original music? –Back when they had catchy riffs, anthemic choruses, and lyrics to which any angst-filled kid could relate? Those were good times. Sadly, those days are long gone. 2007’s “Minutes to Midnight” saw the group go into an almost mainstream style of rock, but […]
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Ahearn Accepts Presidency
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Cale Ahearn, the newest president in the journalism club, originally moved to Fleetwood in second grade. In his third year with the paper, he wants to get more papers out than ever before. Cale also hopes to make this year’s paper more appealing to the population of Fleetwood High School. Cale had the following to say […]
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FHS Faculty, Students Make Holocaust Documentary
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Tv media students are helping Mr Gaston and Mrs. Goss in producing a holocaust documentary through the stories of Frank Grunwald, a holocaust survivor, whom Mr. Gaston met at a Holocaust convention over the summer. Since there are many hours of footage, and since Mr. Gaston and Mrs. Goss are partnered only by James Hollenbaugh (a […]
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Military Policy Interests Gaga
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Since 1993, about 13,000 military men and women have been discharged because of their sexual preference. The “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Policy (DADT) was created in 1993 by Bill Clinton to regulate homosexuals serving in the military. The Senate is now voting on whether this policy should be revised or maintained. A poll taken by Pew […]
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FAHS Artifact Succeeds through Visuals
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
The art department is one of the most widely known departments in the Fleetwood Area School District, so when they decided to make a literary magazine, it was obviously destined for success. In 2002, the now famous Artifact was born to The Fleetwood High school. The Fleetwood Art Department wanted to put an artsy spin […]
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Boys’ Soccer Looks for Repeat Season
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
In 2009, The Fleetwood High School boys’ soccer team was no stranger to title runs. After clinching the division title, Berks County title, and District 3 AA title, and after making a long journey into the PIAA Class AA tournament, the Tigers return this season to reclaim their crown. But It will not be all that […]
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Field Hockey Not Going Down without a Fight
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Compared to Fleetwood Field Hockey’s 2009 season, their 2010 season is quite the improvement. Last year, the Lady Tigers finished 9-2-1 in Berks and 13-5-2 in District, but it certainly wasn’t easy. They were knocked out of the first round in County and District playoffs and fell by one point to Conrad Weiser for the Division title […]
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Fleetwood Rapper Finds His Voice
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
When a person thinks of Fleetwood music, what often comes to mind is the award-winning band or chorus. However, as recently as last year, a new artist has stepped on the scene. Fred “BeEezy” Evans began his rap career last year, releasing a number of singles, and he is currently working on a mix tape. Citing […]
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Girls’ Tennis Starts Season Right
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
After a merely adequate season last year, the Fleetwood Tigers Girls’ tennis team is looking to improve this season. They have many great players, particularly Samantha Sanders, who has a lot to prove this year. The team also has a group of experienced seniors, such as Meghana Patil, Alyssa Sell, and Elyse Elliker. So far, the […]
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Photography Prominent at FAHS
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Photography is like any other elective. Students get graded on it, there maybe homework, and another project is always around the corner. Even though it is an elective, there is work that needs to be done in order to pass. This is one course that is not about worksheets. One project that is extremely fun […]
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Police Report: Samurai Sword, Video Game Cause Havoc
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Fiasco at Arby’s It was a typical night at a local fast food restaurant in Kileen, Texas, when a man entered a local Arby’s with plans for robbery. Instead of waving a gun or knife in hopes of scaring the customers and workers, the man was holding a samurai sword, demanding cash. He also “poked” […]
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“Field of Screams” Celebrates 18th Season
September 23, 2010
by thetigertimes
Halloween is quickly approaching, and everyone knows there’s nothing better than a good scare. The kind of thrill that anyone of any age or clique can enjoy is found at Field of Screams, which is celebrating its 18th season this year. In 2008, Field of Screams hosted a record for 70,000 guests in a single season. It […]
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Teenagers Find Pros, Cons in Divorce
September 22, 2010
by thetigertimes
Did you know that 50% of first marriages end in divorce? It’s true. Half of the people who get married in the United States get divorced at least once. Since most people have children in their first marriage, that leaves a lot of kids growing up without both a mom and dad in the same […]
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Mrs. London: A New Face?
September 22, 2010
by thetigertimes
She may not be a new face to all, but she is to those who were not in the middle school. She is none other than our very own Mrs. London! Although originally starting her career in the middle school, where she taught F.C.S. (Family and Consumer Sciences), Mrs. London transferred this year up to the […]
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Amazon’s Kindle Thrives on Simplicity
September 20, 2010
by thetigertimes
I finally broke down and bought a Kindle. After all, when you read as much as an English teacher—and I do—it had to pay off sooner or later. Until the Apple iPad finally reached the light of day last spring, Amazon seemed to have the market cornered on e-readers. Having spent a few weeks with […]
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The Tiger Times 
October 12, 2010
by thetigertimes
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