The audience is then brought into Arthur Kipps’ desperate attempt at being able to financially support his son, Joseph, after the tragic death of his wife. Being a realtor, Kipps is assigned to try and sell the ominous house in the marsh as his last chance to save his family from poverty. Since he is so desperate to make ends meet, he ignores the warnings that the locals give him about the house and the woman that lived there. Little does he know that this woman was full of vengeance and never really left.

Something has to be done about Star Wars in 3D. First off, it’s totally out of order. The original Star Wars, for those who don’t know (or read roman numerals, [really George Lucas, you made these movies in the 20th century]), was episode four. The title was A New Hope, signifying the hope promised by the Skywalkers in the fight against the Empire. But unfortunately, the new 3D version of The Phantom Menace promises to bring no such hope. In going out of George Lucas’-sanctioned order, the filmmakers have ruined the long established, confusing chronology. A true fan won’t give this film the time of day until episode four is released (again.)

The atmosphere leading up to Super Bowl XLVI was simply electric. The resurgent Giants were matched up against the perennial powerhouse Patriots. This was all too familiar, for the 2012 Super Bowl had the same feeling that the 2007 Super Bowl had, and the Patriots and Giants faithful were expecting another epic duel.

Since Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, it is only fit to have quotes about love. Or teenage love, because as teenagers, we love to love.

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This past summer, the Connecticut General Assembly passed An Act Concerning the Strengthening of School Bullying Laws, a law that expands on previous anti-bullying laws and, according the the state’s Commission on Children, “takes comprehensive steps to prevent bullying and ensure every child the right to learn in public school without fear of teasing, humiliation or assault.” As a result, Pomperaug, along with all other Connecticut public schools, is increasing its effort to stop bullying. . .

The state of Connecticut recently amended a piece of legislation that further helped to prevent bullying and other similar activities in schools. This law is designed to keep children and students in Connecticut safe from harassment. . .

A little known club at Pomperaug High School is Model United Nations. This club is available to juniors and seniors who have an interest in current events or politics. Every year in January the club attends a conference hosted by Harvard University. . .