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An outside view of Connecticut Valley Brewing Company, home to Birdhouse Coffee Shop.

Birdhouse Coffee: A Cozy and Seasonal Restaurant in South Windsor

Olivia Liegl, Staff Writer January 6, 2023

The Birdhouse Coffee shop in South Windsor is a hidden gem within the town. From its warm vibes to its expansive menu of both bakery, café, and brewhouse options, the restaurant is far more than what it appears. Despite its humble exterior, its interior speaks volumes to its cozy appeal and reflects...

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Carl Leogrande sitting down for an interview with Katelyn Drenga

100 Years Old, An Incredible Life’s Story

Katelyn Drenga, News and Politics Editor January 3, 2023

Leogrande is a reminder to remember history. To never forget about the people who risked their lives, so that we could live in peace. 100 years of age, the WWII veteran Charles (Carl) Leogrande walked in strong, strolling over to a green chair where he then sat and told me his story. A good friend...

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Reindeer at Dzen Tree Farm in South Windsor

Dzen Christmas Tree Farm Fosters the Holiday Spirit

Emma Cherubini, Staff Writer December 23, 2022

The local Dzen Christmas Tree Farm on Barber Hill Road is not just about growing trees, but growing bonds and memories to last a lifetime.  Every year, the Dzen family puts together a winter wonderland for our families across town. From a sleigh to trees, and even reindeer, the farm stands out as...

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Substitute, Mr. DeCasperis (left) picture with Bobcat Prowl Editor, Ava Shasha (Right).

Gen Z, Soft or Superior?

Shamyla Milner, Staff Writer December 20, 2022

The biggest question of 2022: is Gen Z too soft? Millennials never fail to remind the younger generations that they were too strong for therapy. ¨Being offended¨ was seen as stupid and to just get over it. Now, therapy is a great resource for Gen Z because mental health is finally a topic many people...

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SWHS Students and Political Spam

SWHS Students and Political Spam

Katelyn Drenga, News and Politics Editor December 7, 2022

Recent Elections have ramped up political spam texts sent out by the campaigns of local politicians in South Windsor, CT as well as Nationwide. According to The New York Times, 1.29 billion texts from political candidates and their campaigns have circled Americans’ phones since  October. The...

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Rendering of the future Pleasant Valley Elementary School from Journal Inquirer

South Windsor Schools Face Enrollment Increase

Emma Cherubini, Staff Writer November 28, 2022

Since 2010, South Windsor’s population has increased 4.7 percent. That is a gain of 5,727 people in a span of 10 years with 6,201 of the 26,918 residents being children. Many more people are moving to South Windsor every year, due to the school system.  South Windsor Schools are ranked 1,613 nationwide ...

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Governor-Elect James Roesener

First Openly Trans Man Elected for State Legislature

Cat Martino, Staff Writer November 28, 2022

New Hampshire has elected their first openly trans state representative, claiming a victory for trans people everywhere. 26-year-old James Roesener will serve in the 22nd house district, ward 8 in Concord.  "I believe that it is imperative that all individuals have the ability to thrive in New Hampshire....

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Marek Kozikowski

United Community Party With State Rep Run

Katelyn Drenga, News and Politics Editor November 4, 2022

For the November 8th ballot, Marek Kozikowski, a politician from the new South Windsor party, UCP (United Community Party), is joining in the race for state rep.  The campaign is big for UCP as a whole. If  Kozikowski gets 1%+ of the total votes on the 8th, then the party will move into official...

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How Halloween First Began

How Halloween First Began

Anthony Sosa, Staff Writer November 4, 2022

Halloween has always been very popular in the U.S. All of the celebration surrounding the month of October has always been loved and celebrated by society in the U.S. The season, the trees, and all the leaves changing colors, along with the crisp weather is a favorite.  Everyone loves Halloween but...

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The Avery Street Church, adjacent to Beelzebub road, at dusk.

The Haunting of Beelzebub Road

Ava Nicole Shasha and Andrew Kronenwetter November 3, 2022

Beelzebub, by definition, is 1: the devil, or 2: a fallen angel in Milton's Paradise Lost ranking next to Satan. Beelzebub claims to cause destruction through tyrants, to cause demons to be worshiped among men, to excite priest to lust, to cause jealousises in cities and murders, and to bring war.  If...

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Animal silhouettes laid out as the American flag.

Meet the Third Parties Running Midterm Candidates

Max Schwartzman, Editor-in-Chief November 2, 2022

With the Midterms just around the corner, many Americans are making their final decisions on who to vote for. However, most Americans only think of the Republican and Democratic parties, not even realizing that there are many smaller parties that might better align with their personal preferences.  The...

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New Year, New Case: Voter Suppression the New Crime?

New Year, New Case: Voter Suppression the New Crime?

Anjani Anamthoji, Staff Writer September 29, 2022

The school bells are ringing, the lockers are being opened, the books are being dusted off; the new school year has started. For a lot of students, this is their last year of high school and for others, it is their first year of high school, but for the members of the Mock Trial Club, it's time for a...

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