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ICYMI: Sept. 30 - Homecoming, The Heart Community Festival and Kicks for Cancer
ICYMI: Sept. 30 – Homecoming, The Heart Community Festival and Kicks for Cancer
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
On Sunday, Oct. 6, the Eliza J. Norton Foundation will be hosting the Celebrate with Heart Community Festival from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m at Cochituate Ball Field.
News Brief: Eliza J. Norton Celebrate with Heart Community Festival
To start off the school year, Wayland High School held its very first homecoming dance at the fieldhouse which was orchestrated by the student body council.
Wayland’s first homecoming dance
ICYMI: Sept. 23 - Kicks for Cancer moved, Nikocado Avocado controversy and mens fall fashion trends
ICYMI: Sept. 23 – Kicks for Cancer moved, Nikocado Avocado controversy and mens fall fashion trends
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
Breaking Down Breaking News: EEE makes a comeback
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Commuter rail accident in Natick
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein's conviction overturned
BDBN: Producer Harvey Weinstein’s conviction overturned
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: College campuses face protests
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
BDBN: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse
The Kicks for Cancer game has been moved back to Concord-Carlisle High School. "For me, its been super important because I get to play with my grandma’s name on my back," senior Alex Crawford said. "All the other boys get to play with someone who is related to them, who has experience cancer."
Breaking news: Annual Kicks for Cancer game moved back to Concord after reduced risk of EEE
The boys varsity soccer team's Kicks for Cancer game against Westford Academy at Concord-Carlisle High School was rescheduled due to a high risk of EEE.
Breaking News: Kicks for Cancer rescheduled due to a high risk of EEE
A car accident occurred this evening near Charena Road. Local authorities responded to the incident.
Breaking News: Car crash on Old Connecticut Path
Breaking news: Inactive World War II grenade found on Loker grounds
Breaking news: Inactive World War II grenade found on Loker grounds
News Brief: Monday's solar eclipse may cause sports cancellations
News Brief: Monday’s solar eclipse may cause sports cancellations
On Sunday, Oct. 6, the Eliza J. Norton Foundation will be hosting the Celebrate with Heart Community Festival from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m at Cochituate Ball Field.
News Brief: Eliza J. Norton Celebrate with Heart Community Festival
The Kicks for Cancer game has been moved back to Concord-Carlisle High School. "For me, its been super important because I get to play with my grandma’s name on my back," senior Alex Crawford said. "All the other boys get to play with someone who is related to them, who has experience cancer."
Breaking news: Annual Kicks for Cancer game moved back to Concord after reduced risk of EEE
The Class of 2024's graduation is set to take place Friday, June 7, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m..
News Brief: Class of 2024 graduation
The class officers were announced today, May 23.
Breaking news: Student executive board officer results and upcoming run-off election
News Brief: 2024 junior prom
News Brief: 2024 junior prom
Dr. Erin Civetti poses near the front desk of New England Family Eye. Civetti is an optometrist for a local optometry practice in the Wayland Town Center.
Eye spy New England Family Eye
Meet the new teachers of WHS
Meet the new teachers of WHS
Elizabeth Lee, a boutique that specializes in women's clothing, is located on Route 20 in Wayland, Massachusetts.
Elizabeth Lee brings a unique look to fashion
Senior captain Jackie Rainville dribbles the ball upfield. Rainville has been on varsity since her freshman year and is now committed to Williams College.
Jackie Rainville shoots her way to Williams College
Wayland is surrounded by conservation land and green space that plays an important role in the wellbeing of the town, but it experiences threats everyday. “Protecting these spaces is incredibly important,” Conservation Department Assistant Emily Cueller said. In this deep dive into the conservation land, readers will learn how we, as a community, can impact the wildlife and ecosystem in Wayland for better or for worse.
A trek through Wayland’s Conservation Land
In the 14th edition of WSPN goes clubbing, WSPN’s Annika Martins and Jenny Shine interview senior Badminton Club leader Annabelle Zhang.
WSPN goes Clubbing: Badminton Club
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Red Cross Cub Leaders Manahil Faisal and Lilian Amer.
WSPN goes clubbing: Red Cross Club
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins as she interviews Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) leader Anshuman Parulekar.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Future Business Leaders of America
Join Staff Reporter Annika Martins and WSPN's Jenny Shine as they interview Water Warriors co-leader Zach Rainville.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Water Warriors
Join Guest Writer Joey Fay as he interviews Student Advocacy Committee leader Zack Goldstein.
WSPN Goes Clubbing: Student Advocacy Committee
Dr. Erin Civetti poses near the front desk of New England Family Eye. Civetti is an optometrist for a local optometry practice in the Wayland Town Center.
Eye spy New England Family Eye
Elizabeth Lee, a boutique that specializes in women's clothing, is located on Route 20 in Wayland, Massachusetts.
Elizabeth Lee brings a unique look to fashion
Senior captain Jackie Rainville dribbles the ball upfield. Rainville has been on varsity since her freshman year and is now committed to Williams College.
Jackie Rainville shoots her way to Williams College
Co-founders of the Eliza J. Norton Foundation (EJNF ) Julie and Mark Norton celebrate at Gillette Stadium for being recognized as Myra Kraft Community MVP award winners.
Eliza J. Norton Foundation: Bringing a community together
The Wayland residents who volunteer to coach baseball try to make the environment fun and uplifting for players. “[I try] to build the kids up,” Co-Commissioner and coach for a Minors team Alex Ahmed said. “If someone strikes out, you encourage them, [and] say that [they] get another chance, [or they] could try again next time.”
Wayland Little League: Hitting it out of the park
On Thursday Oct. 10, football will face rival Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, aiming to improve their record to 4-1. “[LSRHS] has gotten the best of us over the last couple of years,” Parseghian said. “I feel that this team is willing to correct the last couple of years and, and get a [win]. I want to win a football game.”
Game preview: Football takes on rival Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School
A Wayland football player carries the football down the field. “We've cruised through the first three games,” head coach Scott Parseghian said. “[It’s a] combination of us being a good team and also the competition may not be as great as I had hoped.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Shawsheen Valley Technical High School
Junior Avery Umina runs after the ball, beating her opponent. Umina plays for FC Stars Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) Regional Blue Team.
Athlete of the month: Avery Umina
Senior captain Jackie Rainville dribbles the ball upfield. Rainville has been on varsity since her freshman year and is now committed to Williams College.
Jackie Rainville shoots her way to Williams College
New England Patriots players warm up before the beginning of their game against the Chicago Bears in 2023.
New England Patriots: A look into their 2024 season campaign
Senior Caio Bonato slide tackles a Westford Academy player. On the other turf field, Concord-Carlisle (CC) played Lincoln-Sudbury (LS). LS beat CC, 3-0.
Boys soccer takes a loss to Westford Academy at Kicks for Cancer
During a time out, the players huddle up and wrap their arms around each other, signifying unison. "It's a great team, everyone is really fun to play with," senior Katelyn Chirayath said.
Girls volleyball sets up a win against Westford Academy
A Westford Academy player battles sophomore Melina Antun as she dribbles the ball.
Girls field hockey battles for Eliza Norton during their first home game
Junior Max Walsh rises and kicks the ball.
Boys soccer misses the net against Weston
After junior Michael Caulfield takes the ball several yards down the field, senior Jaden Kaufman celebrates with his teammates. Every year, the football team choses a motto to go by during the season. This year's theme is "Brotherhood."
Friday night lights: Wayland triumphs over Hopkinton
WSPN's Reva Datar shares a personal reflection detailing her experience on the wrestling team.
Opinion: A reflection on wrestling with myself
Staff Reporter Ben Jackson discusses his thoughts on the Boston Celtics's ongoing season.
Opinion: The Celtics will win the 2024 NBA Finals
WSPN's Bella Schreiber and Jenny Shine discuss opinions on Bill Belichick's future in the National Football League (NFL).
Opinion: It’s time for Bill Belichick to retire from the NFL
WSPN's Jayden Taylor & Ravi Kapadia discuss who is the better athlete between Lebron James and Michael Jordan.
Opinion: Lebron or Jordan for the matchup of greatness?
WSPN's Chloe Zilembo gives her opinion on Erin Matson's impact on both field hockey and women's sports.
Erin Matson: Bringing field hockey and women’s sports to center stage
WSPN's Olivia Green discusses the verdict of the FDA v. AHM case regarding medical abortion.
Opinion: Medical abortion needs to be protected
WSPN’s Jeffery Zhang discusses his thoughts on why Jannik Sinner should be suspended.
Opinion: Jannik Sinner should not have been allowed to play the US Open
WSPN's Ryan Chase reflects on whether or not Karen Read should be convicted.
Opinion: Karen Read, Beyond Reasonable Doubt?
WSPN's Jeffery Zhang reflects on why young people don't vote.
Opinion: Partisan journalism is the reason we don’t vote
WSPN’s Elyssa Grillo and Emma Zocco reflect on the recent trend of high ticket prices and the trials faced by fans attempting to buy tickets for a concert.
Ticket turmoil: The battle for concert seats
Crossword: Fall
Crossword: Fall
Old Money is an aesthetic that has always been popular, however it has really taken over the internet these past few years.
Old Money: An old style resurfaced
Here are some costume ideas to make your Halloween fun, chic and unique.
Halloween costume ideas
"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" continues the story of the classic halloween movie, "Beetlejuice" in which the main character, Lydia Deetz, is all grown up, but the same ghost is around to haunt and pester her decades later. This sequel not only adds to the spooky tale, but has exhilarated in its bizarre characters, plot points and special effects.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: Double the madness
A guide to new trends and traditional fashion for men this fall.
Top mens fall fashion trends
Old Money is an aesthetic that has always been popular, however it has really taken over the internet these past few years.
Old Money: An old style resurfaced
Here are some costume ideas to make your Halloween fun, chic and unique.
Halloween costume ideas
A guide to new trends and traditional fashion for men this fall.
Top mens fall fashion trends
Join WSPN reporter Melina Barris as she discusses store options to find the perfect dress for Homecoming
Trying to find the perfect dress for Homecoming? Look no further
Fashionista of the Month: March
Fashionista of the Month: March
Crossword: Fall
Crossword: Fall
Back to school crossword
Back to school crossword
Celebrate April with WSPN's Talia and Makenzie Macchi's crossword.
Crossword: April
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Join Staff Reporters Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they share a quiz on new words that were recently added to the dictionary.
Quiz: Can you guess which words were newly added to the dictionary?
"Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" continues the story of the classic halloween movie, "Beetlejuice" in which the main character, Lydia Deetz, is all grown up, but the same ghost is around to haunt and pester her decades later. This sequel not only adds to the spooky tale, but has exhilarated in its bizarre characters, plot points and special effects.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: Double the madness
Join WSPN reporter Jillian Mele as she reviews Tate McRae's latest new single, "It's ok I'm ok."
Tate McRae drops another hit: “It’s ok I’m ok”
Join WSPN A&E editor Mischa Lee as she reviews Sabrina Carpenter's new album, "Short n' Sweet."
Sabrina Carpenter’s sensational “Short n’ Sweet” steals the show
Join WSPN reporter Natalie Greenaway as she compares and contrasts the It Ends With Us book and movie.
A tale told twice: It Ends With Us book vs. movie review
Join WSPN reporter Torryn Carlson as she discusses Billie Eilish's new album “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT."
Album review: “HIT ME HARD AND SOFT”
Senior Caio Bonato slide tackles a Westford Academy player. On the other turf field, Concord-Carlisle (CC) played Lincoln-Sudbury (LS). LS beat CC, 3-0.
Boys soccer takes a loss to Westford Academy at Kicks for Cancer
Students form a dance circle.
WHS hits the dance floor at Wayland’s first homecoming
During a time out, the players huddle up and wrap their arms around each other, signifying unison. "It's a great team, everyone is really fun to play with," senior Katelyn Chirayath said.
Girls volleyball sets up a win against Westford Academy
A Westford Academy player battles sophomore Melina Antun as she dribbles the ball.
Girls field hockey battles for Eliza Norton during their first home game
Sophomore Cooper McFarlane watches his ball after hitting his tee shot on the seventh hole. This is McFarlane's first year on the golf team.
Boys golf trounces Waltham in runaway match
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
The Wayland Cultural Council through the utility box project
Join Melina Barris and Makenzie Macchi as they learn more about the Connect Program and innovation courses with special education teacher Jeff Blue and innovation teacher teacher Hayes.
Eye-catching classes: The Connect Program and innovation courses
Join WSPN's Tina Su, Kally Proctor and Emma Zocco as they spotlight the WHS Genius Bar.
The works of the WHS Genius Bar
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
Saxonville Burrito Company: Preserving authenticity through food
WPS's annual Band Fest
WPS’s annual Band Fest
Patriots Talk: Episode 3
Patriots Talk: Episode 3
Weekly Breakdown Episode 93: Super Wednesday and Thursday night football
Weekly Breakdown Episode 93: Super Wednesday and Thursday night football
Patriots Talk episode 2
Patriots Talk episode 2
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
Weekly Breakdown Episode 92: Fall sports and Rosh Hashanah
Weekly Breakdown Episode 92: Fall sports and Rosh Hashanah
Weekly Breakdown Episode 93: Super Wednesday and Thursday night football
Weekly Breakdown Episode 93: Super Wednesday and Thursday night football
Weekly Breakdown Episode 92: Fall sports and Rosh Hashanah
Weekly Breakdown Episode 92: Fall sports and Rosh Hashanah
Weekly Breakdown Episode 91: Homecoming and annual Kicks For Cancer game
Weekly Breakdown Episode 91: Homecoming and annual Kicks For Cancer game
Weekly Breakdown Episode 90: Picture day, fall sports in full swing and yearbook sales
Weekly Breakdown Episode 90: Picture day, fall sports in full swing and yearbook sales
Weekly Breakdown Episode 89: Back to school night and fall sports
Weekly Breakdown Episode 89: Back to school night and fall sports
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
Picky Eaters Pick: Cava
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Heirloom
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
The Picky Eater Picks: Dairy Joy
The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza
The Picky Eater Picks: Oath Pizza
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 20: Playa Bowls
The Picky Eater Picks Episode 20: Playa Bowls
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Liberty’s Pizza owners Sam (middle) and Shery (right) Maksimous are pictured behind their shop’s front desk with a customer. On Oct. 3, the auto body shop in the Cochituate Plaza caught on fire, causing significant smoke damage to Liberty’s. “We lost our lives,” owner Shery Maksimous said. “The business is like our home [since] we’re not from here. My husband and I have fought to get a good life for us and our four kids. When [the fire] started, it [hurt us because] our whole family’s [sacrifices] were in the store. My kids grew up there.”

[Photo] Liberty’s Pizza: Wayland community supports owners as they rebuild lives after fire

Selena Liu and Tina Su
November 15, 2023
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