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From left to right, seniors Ashley Maddocks, Maya Vishwanathan, Ruth Flacke, Anishka Trehan and Mario Purser place there arms around each other.
Class of 2026 celebrates its class with the annual Progressive Dinner
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
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
Senior Max Crowe shakes hands with head coach David Gavron. After shaking hands, Coach Gavron gives a bouquet of flowers to Crowe.
Boys soccer ties Cohasset on senior night
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
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
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Warrior Weekly: Final post

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By the numbers: Spring sports

By the numbers: Spring sports

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June 4, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Why do you play?

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June 4, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Spring check-in

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May 1, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Spring slump

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April 24, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Final season

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April 3, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Spring is in the air

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March 19, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Hockey wins, Madness begins

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March 12, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: State tournaments part II

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March 6, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: State tournaments

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February 27, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: BYHL

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February 15, 2012
For senior and hockey player Shane Brady, his disdain for Weston arose when he was in elementary school.

Examining the Wayland-Weston rivalry

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February 14, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Patriot problem

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February 8, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Wayland-Weston, a powerhouse?

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January 30, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: The importance of team

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January 18, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: How to be a fan

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January 9, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: The importance of fans

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January 4, 2012
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Warrior Weekly: Ends and beginnings

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December 20, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: IBL preview

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December 12, 2011
Students are interviewed about the new restaurant, "Giacomo's," at the Wayland town center. It replaced Bertucci's, which filed for bankruptcy in April 2018.

Captains comment on upcoming winter season

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December 9, 2011
Find out what each winter team has in store this winter. (Credit: Riley Starr/WSPN)

Team-by-team preview of the winter season

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December 9, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Something for everyone

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December 5, 2011
The class of 2012 powder-puff team. (Courtesy: Sophia Lesser)

Senior girls fall to Weston in powder-puff game

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November 28, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Off-season

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November 27, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Powder-puff

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November 22, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Tough way to end

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November 16, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: A league title and tournaments

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November 6, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Sunday Club

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October 24, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: The Dog House

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October 17, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: We ate the cup

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October 11, 2011
Wayland-Weston Crew competed at the Textile Regatta this weekend. (Courtesy: Cliff Kolovson)

Crew works to prepare for States

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October 7, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Is this how it ends?

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September 30, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Best Week Yet

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September 26, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Promising signs

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September 20, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Off to a rough start

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September 12, 2011
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Warrior Weekly: Welcome to my world

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September 7, 2011
The girls varsity lacrosse team celebrates their playoff win against 8th seed on Wednesday. (credit: The Barber Family)

In playoffs, girls lacrosse wins upset

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June 3, 2010
Spring sports season warms up (39 photos)

Spring sports season warms up (39 photos)

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April 4, 2010
Events like the k-9 drug search earlier this school year are often spoofed in the Senior Show. (Credit: David Ryan/WSPN)

Senior Show: a review

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March 18, 2010
Winter athletics wrap-up

Winter athletics wrap-up

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March 10, 2010
A giant panda takes a nap at the National Zoo. (Credit: Matthew Gutschenritter/WSPN)

D.C. direct: pandas, meerkats, and seals, oh my!

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November 12, 2009
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