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Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
Arts Wayland brings together the community through jazz
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
The annual club fair spotlights school spirit
The annual club fair spotlights school spirit
On Wednesday, Oct. 1, Congress failed to pass the federal funding budget, shutting down the U.S. government until a deal is made between the Democratic and Republican parties.
BDBN: The U.S. has shutdown, cutting off millions of federal workers’ paychecks
Playing music for the celebration, from left to right, Vagabond seniors Ben Hammond, Ori Kohl, junior Brennan Smith and senior Atticus DeGrenier play music ranging from 90's to today's hits.
The Eliza J. Norton Foundation ‘Celebrates With Heart’ at their annual festival
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
In the Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, technology interfering with students' everyday lives is a theme that is discussed and analyzed.
How teachers and students are affected by the “Anxious Generation”
There are 11 WHS sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS fall game schedule: Week of 10/13
Sophomore Alex Pearlmen and senior captain Dylan Engelhardt celebrate after Pearlman scores his first of two touchdowns of the game. "I love seeing our underclassmen giving everything they got and proving themselves," Engelhardt said.
Wayland falls to Bedford during Domestic Violence Awareness Game
There are 13 WHS sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 10/6
The Wayland student section cheers and pops confetti poppers following Wayland's first goal of the game.
Boys soccer ties Westford Academy in the annual Kicks for Cancer game
There are 11 Wayland High School sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 9/29
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
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
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she interviews senior Rachel Lei.
Musician of the month: Rachel Lei
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she reviews the new Marylou's located in Framingham.
A new cup of coffee: Marylou’s
Join WSPN's Mack Young as she discusses singer and song writer Lorde's Ultrasound World Tour.
Lorde sets the tone with Ultrasound World Tour
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Weekly Breakdown Episode 121: WHS’s first benefit concert and upcoming “Final Four” games

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Weekly Breakdown Episode 120: Graduation week and round two of playoffs

Natalie Greenaway, Karis Tam, and Grace Zocco
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Weekly Breakdown Episode 118: Spring break festivities and the Boston Marathon

Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler, and Melina Barris
April 22, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 117: WayCam night at the movies and Easter celebrations

Jane Tardif, Carolina Sdoia, and Jessi Dretler
April 15, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 116: New library delivery service and math team advances

Jane Tardif, Melina Barris, and Jessi Dretler
April 8, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 115: Ending of third quarter and new student council members

Jane Tardif, Melina Antun, and Owen Harrington
April 1, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 114: MCAS testing and the first games of spring sports

Carolina Sdoia, Melina Barris, and Ravi Kapadia
March 25, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 113: Senior show performance and spring sports starting

Jane Tardif, Carolina Sdoia, and Jessi Dretler
March 18, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 112: Teacher recommendations and full moon walk

Jane Tardif, Melina Antun, and Owen Harrington
March 11, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 111: Course selections and events at the library

Jane Tardif, Jessi Dretler, and Ravi Kapadia
March 4, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 110: Preparation for the senior show and spring sports registration

Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler, and Owen Harrington
February 25, 2025

Weekly Breakdown Episode 109: Jazz concert and Valentines day events

Jane Tardif, Melina Antun, and Ravi Kapadia
February 11, 2025
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