Category: Local News

The School Day, Even Longer

Several states will participate in a new federal program to lengthen the school day, according to a federal announcement last week. New York is one of the five states participating in this program along with: Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, and yes,

BHS Community Still Recovering from Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

By BranfordBuzz staff Students and families of the Branford High School community are struggling to recover from Hurricane Sandy, and time is running out as the next threatening storm approaches. Many homes and businesses lost power during the hurricane, including Big

Order in the AUD: Appellate Court visits BHS

By Samantha Bailey-Loomis Students at Branford High School recently got a taste of the Connecticut Appellate court. Three judges: F. Herbert Gruendel (former BHS principal), Robert E. Beach, and Richard A. Robinson heard two cases- one which was a civil

National Pro-Life Chalk Day

By Marisa Kaplita Editor-in-Chief Thursday night, a BHS student wrote several pro-life statements in chalk on the sidewalk entrance to the school. But when students arrived Friday morning, September 7, the sidewalks were clean. This act of expression was part

Tech Expo at WIS

Wednesday May 23, Walsh hosted a Tech Expo for everyone to share the importance of technology as a tool for teaching.  Technology changes everyday, and it is important for schools to keep up to date with all the newest technology

Froyo on the Home Front!!!

by Alexandra Augustak Listen up Froyo fans! No need to drive all the way to New Haven to satisfy your yogurt loving sweet tooth anymore- Froyo is coming to Branford! As of now, not a lot of information could be

Illuminaqua

by Alyssa Mason On October 9th, the AP art students and sculpture students showed off their incredible skills on the town green by making a giant wave out of recycled water bottles and other recyclable materials. Something unique about the

The Golden Mic Comedy Club

By Ryan Viglione               This past weekend, I attended the kick off show of the newly opened Golden Mic Comedy Club started by Branford High School’s very own Greg Nobile. Most of you have seen Greg’s talented acting in

Skate Culture 101

Kelsey Horrigan      The urban blend of art and function brings a whole new meaning to world style. There’s a huge style staple within every school and community and that’s Skate Culture. Conversations between the skaters range from the “nastiest”

Part of the Bigger Picture

By Shannon Thomas One of the biggest issues being discussed in the news today is the environment. There are many people in Connecticut that are concerned about the government’s involvement with saving resources and preserving the planet. Even though there