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LEDYARD HIGH SCHOOL / LEDYARD, CT

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A Warm Cup of Controversy

One of America’s most beloved coffee chains, Starbucks, kicks off the coldest season of the year with a unique winter design featured on their hot drink cups. Designs on previous cups have included snowflakes, Christmas trees and even a few reindeer all covering a signature shade of red. In October, Starbucks put an end to… Read More A Warm Cup of Controversy

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Observing the Holidays Across the World

Today is the age of globalization. Christmas and New Year’s Day have become rather secular holidays, marking the end of the old year, the coming of the new, and the beginning of winter. Even amongst the endless hours of holidays tunes and new items in stores ready to be gifted, each country, each individual has… Read More Observing the Holidays Across the World

December 19, 2014February 11, 2015 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Merry Christmas vs Happy Holidays

Pro “Merry Christmas” With Christianity being the most popular religion in the world, (more than two billion Christians worldwide)  you can be sure to hear an abundance of the phrase “Merry Christmas” during the holidays. However, Christmas has turned into more than a holiday for those who have a religious faith. In today’s age, atheists… Read More Merry Christmas vs Happy Holidays

December 19, 2014February 12, 2015 The Colonel News1 Comment

Dec. 19

A’s To the driving simulation. The combination of terribly random text messages, sensitive steering wheels and brakes, and strange sceneries truly proved how much we Colonels stink at driving. To all of you who spend much of your holidays volunteering. For those of you who don’t volunteer, watch and take notes. To the holiday choral… Read More Dec. 19

December 19, 2014February 11, 2015 The Colonel NewsLeave a comment

Dec. 5

A’s To the start of winter sports. At least someone is out there working off those Christmas cookies. To the NHS food drive. Y’all put the giving in thanksgiving. To The Crucible. Our school is officially the future Hollywood. F’s  To freezing cold football games. We go out to support the team and half of… Read More Dec. 5

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