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ICYMI: Jan. 13 - The TikTok ban, snowfall predictions and holiday gift drives
ICYMI: Jan. 13 – The TikTok ban, snowfall predictions and holiday gift drives
The Supreme Court has stated that the social media app TikTok ban will officially go into effect on Jan. 19. "My favorite part of tiktok was the organic algorithm that gave everyone a chance to succeed, along with the community it brang, other apps haven’t been able to replicate it for a reason," social media influencer and junior Zoey Garcia said. "It’s different and super special to not just creators but so many users.”
TikTok is on the clock
ICYMI: Jan. 6 - Aviation issues, the annual Post Road Cup Game and the Eras Tour
ICYMI: Jan. 6 – Aviation issues, the annual Post Road Cup Game and the Eras Tour
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
The Wayland Police Department have issued a warning on the rise of scammers during the holiday season. “Hang up [the phone]. if you get a text and you do not know who it's from, just delete it. Don't click on any links, nothing,” Wayland police chief Edward Burman said. “Every single one of them is a scam.”
Police department issues warnings about holiday scams
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
BDBN: Recent aviation issues
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
BDBN: The CEO of UnitedHealthcare was fatally shot in New York
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
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
Anticipation heightens as Nov. 5 draws closer. The tension-filled race between Vice-President Kamala Harris and Former President Donald Trump comes to a close with the final day for U.S. citizens to vote. Check back for live updates.
LIVE UPDATES: Presidential election of 2024
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
A Wayland resident's home was reported with smoke at approximately 12:25 p.m., today, Oct. 30.
Breaking News: House on fire behind the middle school
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
A Christmas tree was displayed during the Holiday Open House. The tree was donated by Russell's Garden Center and decorated by the Wayland Girl Scouts.
Wayland Historical Society and Museum host the annual Holiday Open House
Wayland High School will be hosting its second annual Wayland Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Fair on Sunday, Dec. 8 in the high school commons. Co-organizers and seniors Arya Samaratunga and Eunjee Kang worked together to plan an event where anyone can come and embrace the intricacy of the STEM program and community.
Robotics Club hosts the annual STEM Fair to inspire young minds
Seniors participating in the powderpuff game gather around in a huddle during a powderpuff practice. "My favorite part about Powderpuff has definitely been how lots of different people have gotten to come together and create memories together while we enjoy the competition," Weston High School senior Anika Groff said.
Powderpuff to take place at high school but not as school-sanctioned game
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
Breaking News: Wayland Middle School cancels school on Nov. 22 due to power surge
The Wayland School Committee appoints Interim Superintendent David Fleishman as the permanent superintendent of Wayland Public Schools.
Breaking News: Wayland School Committee appoints David Fleishman as permanent superintendent
"My favorite part of being an Innovation teacher is getting to explore ideas with my students", Patrie said. When my students have an Idea they should take things further, and better realize things".
Nicholas Patrie: A new way to innovate
This holiday season, Wayland has hosted many different drives around the community such as the Senior Connect Toy Drive, Project 351 Food Drive and multiple different drives at Loker Elementary School.
Wayland drives through the holidays
WSPN's Molly Bergeron and Annabelle Hage investigate the past of Waylands snowfall and discuss various Wayland residents predictions for future snowfall.
How much snow will Wayland get this year?
WHS junior Ella Neuman prepares for a fencing match at a tournament. “In a tournament, there's pools first, which is about five to six other people and you fence all of them to five touches,” Neuman said.
En garde: Ella Neuman’s fencing journey
Senior Luke Chisum rounds a corner during his race. Chisum has been on the cross country team since his freshman year and is now committed to Elon University.
Crossing the finish line: Luke Chisum commits to Elon University
"My favorite part of being an Innovation teacher is getting to explore ideas with my students", Patrie said. When my students have an Idea they should take things further, and better realize things".
Nicholas Patrie: A new way to innovate
WHS junior Ella Neuman prepares for a fencing match at a tournament. “In a tournament, there's pools first, which is about five to six other people and you fence all of them to five touches,” Neuman said.
En garde: Ella Neuman’s fencing journey
Senior Luke Chisum rounds a corner during his race. Chisum has been on the cross country team since his freshman year and is now committed to Elon University.
Crossing the finish line: Luke Chisum commits to Elon University
Senior Sofia Simmons poses on the left along with volunteers for a bottle drive to raise awareness for climate change. Simmons advocates for the climate through Green Team, National Honors Society and National Arts Honors Society.
Sofia Simmons leads the charge of Climate Change awareness
WSPN's Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista shine light on sophomore Colin Moleux's car detailing company.
How Colin Moleux went from classroom to car detailing
New girls varsity basketball coach Stephen Marks stands with his son after being a referee for a Wayland alumni players versus current players game.
New girls basketball coach shoots for success
The Wayland Boys Basketball team heads to Weston on Wednesday night to face the 4-1 Wildcats. Wayland lost the previous meeting with Weston 62-59 and enter this game with a 2-3 record.
Game preview: Boys basketball takes on Weston for the second time this season
The new year is a time to make resolutions, plan for the year ahead,and even wish for things to come true. In this article, staff reporter Joey Fay highlights five things that Boston sports fans should wish for this coming year.
Boston sports fan new years wish list
The boys varsity basketball team is set to take on their rivals, the Weston Wildcats, Friday, Dec. 20 at the Wayland High School (WHS) Field House. This game marks the first home game of the season.
Game preview: Boys basketball takes on Weston in home opener
WSPN’s athlete of the month is freshman Mia Rent for her top placements in cross country meets.
Athlete of the month: Mia Rent
Skating towards the Hopkinton net, sophomore Lexi Roman cuts to the outside area of the ice to take advantage of a mistimed Hopkinton line change.
Girls hockey drops close game to Hopkinton
As a Westford player defends, freshman Campbell Powers looks for a way to dodge them. The girls varsity basketball head coach Steven Marks runs an Instagram account "waylandgbball," where he announces the upcoming games, final scores and player of the game. The "player of the game" against Westford was sophomore Patara Tezduyar.
Girls basketball misses the shot against Westford Academy
Charging up-ice with the puck, a Watertown senior captain Brendan Cummings cuts around a defender on his way into the offensive zone.
Boys hockey completes late comeback against Weston/Dover-Sherborn in annual Post Road Cup
Some Wayland players on the bench stand side by side during the last moments of the game.
Boys basketball falls short to Weston during its first home game of the season
After a close match, a team of seniors stack together at the center of the basketball court to hold up the "Dodgeball Winners 2024" sign and take a picture.
SADD and Student Council initiate the fun during Spirit Week
WSPN's reporters Ravi Kapadia and Owen Harrington express their views on if the MLB should implement a salary cap.
Opinion: Major League Baseball should implement a salary cap
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 Editorial Board shares their thoughts on Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's recent announcement stating that Meta will no longer employ the services of fact-checkers.
Editorial: Truth hurts, and that’s a fact
WSPN's reporters Ravi Kapadia and Owen Harrington express their views on if the MLB should implement a salary cap.
Opinion: Major League Baseball should implement a salary cap
WSPN's Kyle Zhang reflects on the usage of AI in an educational setting
Opinion: Artificial intelligence should not be used in schools
WSPN's Olivia Green reflects on the negative effects of pop culture figures in politics.
Opinion: Bringing in pop culture figures to political rallies is problematic
Join WSPN’s Jane Tardif and Jillian Mele as they talk about the importance of having strong youth sports programs.
Opinion: Youth sports programs benefit high school teams
Join WSPN reporters Emma Zocco, Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista as they discuss the trends of this year's winter season.
Mens Winter Fashion 2025
Unlike any vampire film before it, Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu” haunts the audience along with the characters through dark tension and sickening torture.
Nosferatu: An eerie, barbaric twist on Dracula
Join WSPN reporters Melina Barris and Caroline Kiernan as they share some of their favorite and least favorite looks of the 2025 Golden Globes.
2025 Golden Globes looks and opinions
WSPN's Reva Datar reviews the second season of the Netflix blockbuster show "Squid Game."
“Squid Game 2” is gravely misunderstood
Join WSPN’s Olivia Green as she discusses “brain rot,” the Oxford English Dictionary’s word of the year.
“Brain rot”: Oxford English Dictionary’s unique word of the year
Join WSPN reporters Emma Zocco, Edge Wheeler and Alex Evangelista as they discuss the trends of this year's winter season.
Mens Winter Fashion 2025
Join WSPN reporters Melina Barris and Caroline Kiernan as they share some of their favorite and least favorite looks of the 2025 Golden Globes.
2025 Golden Globes looks and opinions
Join WSPN's Elyssa Grillo and Mischa Lee in an analysis of the new and recurring fall trends for 2024, and the best way to wear these items.
Top fashion trends for fall 2024
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
Crossword: Winter
Crossword: Winter
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
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
Unlike any vampire film before it, Robert Eggers’ “Nosferatu” haunts the audience along with the characters through dark tension and sickening torture.
Nosferatu: An eerie, barbaric twist on Dracula
WSPN's Reva Datar reviews the second season of the Netflix blockbuster show "Squid Game."
“Squid Game 2” is gravely misunderstood
Join WSPN’s Jessi Dretler and Elyssa Grillo as they review the new movie adaptation of the famous Broadway Musical: Wicked.
From Broadway to Hollywood: Wicked makes its magic on the big screen
WSPN's Alex Evangelista and Edge Wheeler rank the songs and discuss the community impact on Lil Uzi Vert's new album "Eternal Atake 2"
“Eternal Atake 2”: Eternally disappointing
Tyler, The Creator released his new album “CHROMAKOPIA,” which is based off of Chroma the Great from the novel “The Phantom Tollbooth” written by Norton Juster.
“Chromakopia”: A chronicle of self-discovery
Skating towards the Hopkinton net, sophomore Lexi Roman cuts to the outside area of the ice to take advantage of a mistimed Hopkinton line change.
Girls hockey drops close game to Hopkinton
Sophomore Josh Grossman brings the ball up the court after getting a defensive rebound for the Warriors. This is Grossman's first year on varsity.
Boys basketball falls to Bedford
As a Westford player defends, freshman Campbell Powers looks for a way to dodge them. The girls varsity basketball head coach Steven Marks runs an Instagram account "waylandgbball," where he announces the upcoming games, final scores and player of the game. The "player of the game" against Westford was sophomore Patara Tezduyar.
Girls basketball misses the shot against Westford Academy
Charging up-ice with the puck, a Watertown senior captain Brendan Cummings cuts around a defender on his way into the offensive zone.
Boys hockey completes late comeback against Weston/Dover-Sherborn in annual Post Road Cup
Some Wayland players on the bench stand side by side during the last moments of the game.
Boys basketball falls short to Weston during its first home game of the season
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
Weekly Breakdown Episode 106: Martin Luther King day and midterm exams
Weekly Breakdown Episode 106: Martin Luther King day and midterm exams
Weekly Breakdown Episode 105: Midterm dates and winter sports In full swing
Weekly Breakdown Episode 105: Midterm dates and winter sports In full swing
Weekly Breakdown Episode 104: Super Wednesday and Wayland town library closed
Weekly Breakdown Episode 104: Super Wednesday and Wayland town library closed
Starbucks holiday menu review
Starbucks holiday menu review
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 106: Martin Luther King day and midterm exams
Weekly Breakdown Episode 106: Martin Luther King day and midterm exams
Weekly Breakdown Episode 105: Midterm dates and winter sports In full swing
Weekly Breakdown Episode 105: Midterm dates and winter sports In full swing
Weekly Breakdown Episode 104: Super Wednesday and Wayland town library closed
Weekly Breakdown Episode 104: Super Wednesday and Wayland town library closed
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 103: Christmas tree fundraiser and final classes before December break
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Weekly Breakdown Episode 102: Holiday market and first games of the winter sport season
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo's Wayland
Picky Eater Picks: Giacomo’s Wayland
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
The Picky Eater Picks: Wayland Variety and Deli
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
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WHS alumnus Nico Pascual-Leone currently plays professional soccer in Spain. “Playing professionally was always a dream of mine, and I'm lucky to be pursuing it,” Pascual-Leone said.

[Photo] Wayland soccer alumnus Nico Pascual-Leone fulfills lifelong dream

Andrew D'Amico
March 15, 2018

News Brief: Community to celebrate “Porrell Day”

Jake Adelman
May 6, 2013

Examining the use of social media in journalism

Jake Adelman
April 26, 2013
Lauren Cline, a sponsor of the NSPA and JEA spring convention, peeks at her iPhone while on a break. “Between Facebook, Instagram, Twitter everybody’s blogging and tweeting about their experiences here and posting all their pictures on Facebook so everybody can see what they’re up to and what they’re missing if they weren’t able to make it," Cline said.

Social media’s role in the field of journalism

Jake Adelman
April 26, 2013
Live Conversation: Student-journalists tweet convention happenings

Live Conversation: Student-journalists tweet convention happenings

Jake Adelman
April 26, 2013
Convention members and journalists discuss social media

Convention members and journalists discuss social media

Jake Adelman
April 26, 2013
Athletes compete in spring season games (49 photos)

Athletes compete in spring season games (49 photos)

Jake Adelman
April 26, 2013
This past Tuesday, the Mock Trial team won its Elite Eight Tournament trial, marking the first time in over six years that the team has made it out of preliminary trials. "I was just really happy that we made it this far after all these years," senior Caroline Kreidberg said."

Mock trial team qualifies for “Elite Eight” round in championship bracket

Jake Adelman
March 12, 2013
Breaking News: All after-school activities canceled on March 8

Breaking News: All after-school activities canceled on March 8

Jake Adelman
March 8, 2013
Above, Spooner speaks on the mainstage during Winter Week. Spooner is the only

WW ’13: Spooner shares life lessons on being unique

Jake Adelman
February 12, 2013
BREAKING NEWS: All Wayland schools closed on Friday, February 8

BREAKING NEWS: All Wayland schools closed on Friday, February 8

Jake Adelman
February 7, 2013

Taking away the dangers of gun use

Jake Adelman
December 23, 2012
Jake recommends this special recipe for sugar cookies. Make sure to catch up on the rest of our posts for our 25 Days of Christmas.

25 Days of Cookies: Sugar Cookies

Jake Adelman
December 4, 2012
Athletes debate turf usage

Athletes debate turf usage

Jake Adelman
November 5, 2012
BREAKING NEWS: Wayland Public Schools closed on Tuesday, October 30

BREAKING NEWS: Wayland Public Schools closed on Tuesday, October 30

Jake Adelman
October 28, 2012
W-W crew competes in Head of the Charles Regatta (27 photos)

W-W crew competes in Head of the Charles Regatta (27 photos)

Jake Adelman
October 24, 2012
In this week's edition of Scrambled, Ellen starts off the 25 days of cookies series.

Scrambled: Pumpkin bread

Jake Adelman
October 21, 2012
In this week's edition of Scrambled, Ellen starts off the 25 days of cookies series.

Scrambled: Margarita pizza

Jake Adelman
September 26, 2012
Warriors defeat South Boston knights (32 photos)

Warriors defeat South Boston knights (32 photos)

Jake Adelman
September 23, 2012
This summer, Daisy Lin went on a volunteer expedition to Haiti where she helped out at a Mission E4 orphanage. Above, Lin smiles with her sponsor child, Jerry, during her trip.

Daisy Lin: What you get in return is payment in itself

Jake Adelman
September 18, 2012
The diagram above shows the changes in parking for teachers and seniors. (Click diagram for a larger image.)

Administration announces new parking plan

Jake Adelman
May 18, 2012
Athletes compete in first week of season (19 photos)

Athletes compete in first week of season (19 photos)

Jake Adelman
April 8, 2012
The ski team dressed up for the final nordic race of the season.

Ski team dresses up for sprints (24 photos)

Jake Adelman
February 9, 2012
(Credit: Matthew Gutschenritter/WSPN)

WW ’12: Chitchat with Doug and Matt live

Jake Adelman
February 4, 2012
WW '12: A Cappella highlights

WW ’12: A Cappella highlights

Jake Adelman
February 4, 2012
WW '12: Solo and chamber concert (Audio Slideshow)

WW ’12: Solo and chamber concert (Audio Slideshow)

Jake Adelman
February 2, 2012

WW ’12: Walnut Hill Performance (Audio Slideshow)

Jake Adelman
February 2, 2012
Members of the New England Conservatory clean up after the first practice without conductor Benjamin Zander. (Credit:Jake Adelman/WSPN)

NEC students discuss Zander’s release

Jake Adelman
January 15, 2012
(Credit: Elizabeth Karpacz/WSPN)

Wrestling loses to Waltham, 45-25

Jake Adelman
January 14, 2012
Athletes discuss winter season goals and expectations

Athletes discuss winter season goals and expectations

Jake Adelman
December 9, 2011
Winter teams train for season (21 photos)

Winter teams train for season (21 photos)

Jake Adelman
December 8, 2011
Behind the scenes of the College A Cappella Concert

Behind the scenes of the College A Cappella Concert

Jake Adelman
December 5, 2011
Seniors respond to college interview questions

Seniors respond to college interview questions

Jake Adelman
November 30, 2011
A cappella concert honors Astley (17 photos)

A cappella concert honors Astley (17 photos)

Jake Adelman
November 29, 2011
2011 Dodgeball Tournament (59 photos)

2011 Dodgeball Tournament (59 photos)

Jake Adelman
November 23, 2011
Occupy protests take streets of Boston (Audio Slideshow)

Occupy protests take streets of Boston (Audio Slideshow)

Jake Adelman
November 17, 2011
Cheerleaders compete in North Sectionals (17 photos)

Cheerleaders compete in North Sectionals (17 photos)

Jake Adelman
November 14, 2011
(Credit: Jake Adelman/WSPN)

Kristin Wheeler: You have to shut everything else in and the world out

Jake Adelman
November 14, 2011
Warriors defeat Bedford on Senior Night (63 photos)

Warriors defeat Bedford on Senior Night (63 photos)

Jake Adelman
October 27, 2011
Warriors shut out Boston Latin (49 photos)

Warriors shut out Boston Latin (49 photos)

Jake Adelman
October 16, 2011
Wayland loses water-logged game to Lincoln-Sudbury (55 photos)

Wayland loses water-logged game to Lincoln-Sudbury (55 photos)

Jake Adelman
October 16, 2011
Moynihan sisters lead Warriors to victory over Lynnfield (41 photos)

Moynihan sisters lead Warriors to victory over Lynnfield (41 photos)

Jake Adelman
October 3, 2011
Wayland drops battle of the Warriors (68 Photos)

Wayland drops battle of the Warriors (68 Photos)

Jake Adelman
September 18, 2011
The bench outside the library on the patio is dedicated in honor of Jane Louise Simpkin, a Wayland High School alumna who was killed in the 9/11 attacks.

[Photo] Ten Years Later: Remembering Jane Louise Simpkin

ebarber (Editor Account)
September 11, 2011
Spring Band Concert (9 photos)

Spring Band Concert (9 photos)

Jake Adelman
April 29, 2011
Warriors fall to King Phillip in first game of season (53 Photos)

Warriors fall to King Phillip in first game of season (53 Photos)

Jake Adelman
September 12, 2010
Town Pool project begins, sections of old building torn down (38 Photos)

Town Pool project begins, sections of old building torn down (38 Photos)

Jake Adelman
June 4, 2010
A device like this one would be used if the electronic voting article passes. (Credit: Jake Adelman / WSPN)

Proposal would bring electronic voting to Town Meeting

Jake Adelman
May 10, 2010
Winter Week: 10 Minute Play Festival (10 Photos)

Winter Week: 10 Minute Play Festival (10 Photos)

Jake Adelman
February 9, 2010
Winter Week: Helper Monkeys (10 Photos)

Winter Week: Helper Monkeys (10 Photos)

Jake Adelman
February 5, 2010
Fall Campus Colors (23 Photos)

Fall Campus Colors (23 Photos)

Jake Adelman
November 6, 2009
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