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The student news site of North Forsyth High School

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The festivities behind Saint Patricks Day. Photo by: Maria Bates

What are Some Common Traditions and what was the True Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration?

Maria Bates, Staff Writer March 17, 2023

The origin of St. Patrick’s Day begins in Ireland back in 1631. Saint Patrick escaped from being a slave and returned to Ireland. Upon his return, he was considered a symbol for bringing Christianity...

Standing at about two to three feet tall, the Irish leprechaun is a mysterious creature that people often do not know much about. They are a well-known figure to represent the holiday St. Patrick’s Day, and they are also devious and rude.

A Brief History of the St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun

Cynda Allen, Staff Writer March 15, 2019

When thinking of a leprechaun, most people will picture the tiny, smiling, green man on the front of a Lucky Charms cereal box. Leprechauns are actually not all smiles and rosy cheeks like Lucky Leprechaun,...

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