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Protesters gather at Boston Post Road in Wayland for the No Kings protest. The protest took place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m..
Protesters gather in Wayland as a part of the worldwide No Kings protest
On Wednesday, Oct. 15, WMS implemented a new policy for phone usage in school: "Yondr" pouches.
WMS implements new “Yondr” pouches to limit phone usage
On Oct. 8, the school committee meeting took place at the town building, covering Parent Square and PowerSchool, along with Superintendent David Fleishman's goals.
Three Quick Hits: School Committee meeting Oct. 8
The Class of 2029 elects its officers for the 2025-2026 school year.
Breaking News: Freshman election results
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Built in 1904, the Vokes Theater is a space occupied by local volunteer performers, who spearhead their own performances four times a year. Founded by famous actress, Beatrice Herford, the theater is rich in fame and even more so in a love for the arts.
The hidden stage: A theater run on passion, not paychecks
Radha Biswas has played the piano for Carnegie Hall numerous times. In addition to the piano, she plays the oboe, percussion and the organ.
Radha Biswas: Playing a path to Carnegie
A group of volunteers perform the Dragon Dance, a ceremony usually performed during the Mid-Autumn Festival or Lunar New Year. They were one of the main attractions of the parade.
Wayland Festival harbors a new era of community in Wayland
From ceramics to forensics, Wayland High School hosts a wide variety of courses for students, allowing for student to grow their distinct interests. In this first issue of Interesting Electives, WSPN's Fiona Peltonen explores the senior Astronomy class, diving deep into its creation, purpose and activities.
Unique electives: A universal interest
"The Compatriots" hometown premiere was followed by a Q & A with the audience. From left to right, the Q & A included Producer Alberto Sayan, Director Spencer Cohen and lead actor Rafael Silvia.
His childhood friend faced deportation, so he made a movie about it
Warming up for the game, the team practices their stick skills in front of a rainbow. This field hockey season, the team has won four games, tying twice and losing 12 games.
Field hockey takes a win against Framingham on senior night
Seniors hold gift basket provided by juniors on the team. The baskets contained small gifts to congratulate the players on their senior night.
Girls volleyball wins on senior night over Concord-Carlisle
There are four WHS sports games this week, with more to come after the release of the MIAA Playoff Tournament Brackets.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 10/27
Wayland-Weston Crew races in the 60th Head of the Charles Regatta
Wayland-Weston Crew races in the 60th Head of the Charles Regatta
Junior captain Brajae Walton led Wayland on the ground with 11 rushes for 60 yards and one touchdown.
Strong passing attack leads football past Waltham
According to a survey conducted by the National Library of Medicine, almost 30% of people use AI as a friend or therapist, begging the question: is AI use comforting or concerning?
Opinion: Artificial connection cannot replace human friendship
Throughout history, rat poison has been a common method of pest control, often being placed by pest companies or bought online for personal use. Times have changed though, and with a plethora of alternative options, the outdated use of this product is shooting us in the foot. Rodenticides have the power to wipe out an entire wildlife ecosystem and yet they are still commercially used in the state, which is why it’s imperative that it ends now. “I feel better in my soul, knowing that I'm taking an action to try to protect the environment," Co-founder of Save Concord Wildlife Gwendolyn Shipley said. “I would encourage anyone who is feeling a little bit overwhelmed, this could be a small step to take to help save the world.”
Opinion: Poisoning the well, the threat of rat poison
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she navigates the controversial "one size fits all" system utilized by Brandy Melville, a popular clothing brand.
One size fits few: The controversy of Brandy Melville
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she discusses how harmful grade comparison can be to teens.
The hidden dangers of grade comparison
Join WSPN's Mack Young as she discusses the stressful nature of certain Snapchat features.
The snapping point: How Snapchat’s features harm teens
The Oct. 22 Hamilton play at the Boston Citizen's Opera was the cast's 31st showing. Hamilton will be performed in Boston until Nov. 2.
Musical review: Hamilton tours Boston
In Wayland, there are several events for residents during the month of November. Join WSPN’s Karis Tam as she lists out the activities.
November events guide: What’s happening in Wayland
Join WSPN's Molly Bergeron as she discusses with WHS senior Ava Knourenko about her art.
Artist of the month: Ava Knourenko
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews singer and songwriter Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl."
Album review: The ‘Life of a Showgirl,’ Taylor Swift’s parallel universe
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
The student news site of Wayland High School

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Kruti Vora
April 17, 2013
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At the Wayland Student Press Network, our hearts are with everyone who was affected by the Boston Marathon bombings.

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Joe Rancatore (left), founder of Rancatore’s Ice Cream and Yogurt, hands out samples of some of his ice cream flavors at the reopening of Russell’s Winter Farmers Market. “Every other week we will be here and we'll be here on fiber day,” Rancatore said.
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