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The 2025 summer was filled with new trends and events. Ranging from The Summer I Turned Pretty to the signing of the 'Big Beautiful' bill, these pivotal moments not only resulted in conversation, but shifted American culture.
What’s in the news during the summer of 2025
Class of 2026 storms into senior year
Class of 2026 storms into senior year
Over the summer WSPN traveled all over the world. Take a look to see where they visited.
Postcards from WSPN
With the 2025-2026 school year in full swing, here are seven changes to be on the lookout for.
Seven changes for the 2025-2026 school year
Juniors Atticus DeGrenier and Ben Hammond harmonize as Vagabond performs "Say It Ain't So" by Weezer. "I was just having a really fun time being able to enjoy it all," DeGrenier said.
Play It Forward: Benefit concert held for the Class of 2026
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”
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement, ANNA, has recently opened a center in Wayland. This center is dedicated to supporting children with autism aged 6 years old and under, along with supporting their families. The center hopes to bring awareness and support to children with autism, and reduce the large stigma surrounding all neurodevelopmental disorders.
Allied Network for Neurodevelopmental Advancement center strives to make positive change in Wayland
Local student-run businesses in Wayland -- especially those relying on imported goods -- are feeling the strain of President Trump’s new tariffs. As prices rise, young entrepreneurs are adapting by shifting to domestic products or changing their business models entirely.
The impact of tariffs on local student businesses
With summer around the corner, it's the ideal time for gardens to sprout around Wayland. Join WSPN's Katie Collett and Caroline Kiernan as they explore local gardens.
Local gardens blossom as spring comes to a close
The senior Class of 2025 reflects on this years game of Senior Assassin. Senior Assassin is a standing tradition at WHS and this year had a pool of 138 players and a remaining six winners
Targets acquired: The Class of 2025 takes on Senior Assassin
With a Holliston opponent at his side, junior Mikey Johansson looks to achieve a third down. Johansson is this year's starting quarterback.
Game recap: Football takes a loss against Holliston
Senior captain Max Walsh fights with a Dearborn opponent for the ball, taking possession and dribbling it up the field.
Game recap: Boys soccer tackles the win from Dearborn
On Friday, Sept. 5, the varsity field hockey team beat Arlington Catholic 5-0. This was their first game of the season, with the win setting the tone for their upcoming season.
Game recap: Field hockey scoops the win from Arlington Catholic
There are seven WHS sports games this week. Lets take a look at where and when they are.
WHS Fall Game Schedule: Week of 9/8
The boys and girls varsity cross country teams are facing a new challenge this year, losing many seniors from last year. The captains look to prepare themselves and the team to the best of their abilities to combat this trial.
Preseason Preview: Cross country
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
WSPN’s Melina Barris reflects on her time spent as a senior in high school.
The bittersweet feeling of senior year
Join WSPN's Natalie Greenaway and Annabel Orcutt as they talk about Sabrina Carpenters new album: "Man's Best Friend."
Sweet no more, Sabrina Carpenter bites back with Man’s Best Friend
The 2025 summer was filled with new trends and events. Ranging from The Summer I Turned Pretty to the signing of the 'Big Beautiful' bill, these pivotal moments not only resulted in conversation, but shifted American culture.
What’s in the news during the summer of 2025
On Tuesday, Aug. 26, Tate McRae came to TD Garden to perform one out of the three nights in the Boston leg of her Miss Possessive World Tour.
Concert Review: Miss Possessive Tour is a Tate McRae takeover
Join WSPN's Karis Tam as she rates the Bayao cafe located in Quincy, MA. Will this Hong Kong diner pass the test?
A taste of Hong Kong: Bayao Cafe
Juniors Atticus DeGrenier and Ben Hammond harmonize as Vagabond performs "Say It Ain't So" by Weezer. "I was just having a really fun time being able to enjoy it all," DeGrenier said.
Play It Forward: Benefit concert held for the Class of 2026
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Join sophomores Hallie Luo and Talia Macchi in their review of Taylor Swift's latest album, "Red (Taylor's Version)."

[Photo] Album Review: “Red (Taylor’s Version)”

Talia Macchi and Hallie Luo
November 29, 2021
Join broadcast editor, Deirdre Brown in a review of 5 Seconds of Summer's newest album, "5SOS5."

[Photo] Song Review: Taylor Swift’s “Mr. Perfectly Fine”

Isabella Ciasullo
April 30, 2021
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[Photo] Remember the Good News

Alyssa Dickstein
April 4, 2021
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[Photo] Album Review: Fiona Apple’s “Fetch the Bolt Cutters”

Isabella Ciasullo
March 9, 2021
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[Photo] Album Review: Miki Matsubara’s “Pocket Park”

Izzy Poole-Evans
March 3, 2021
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[Photo] Album Review: Taylor Swift’s “Evermore”

Isabella Ciasullo
February 11, 2021
In this installment of Chat with Cat, managing editor Caterina Tomassini discusses the recent riots spreading through the nation due to George Floyd’s death.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Not the right response

Caterina Tomassini
June 3, 2020
After an interview with college journalism professors, managing editor Caterina Tomassini explains why asking basic questions is essential to journalism

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Why admitting ignorance is the smartest thing you can do

Caterina Tomassini
June 10, 2020
In this installment of Chat with Cat, WSPN’s Caterina Tomassini reflects on the recent death of George Floyd, a black man from Minneapolis.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: An open letter to the officers who killed George Floyd

Caterina Tomassini
May 29, 2020
WSPN’s Alyssa Dickstein reviews songs written by artists while in quarantine. By writing and recording music from their homes these artists have been able to raise money to support COVID-19 recovery efforts such as Crew Nation and the First Responder Children's Foundation, and raise awareness for CNN’s Heroes campaign.

[Photo] Review: “Stuck With U” and “Level of Concern”

Alyssa Dickstein
May 20, 2020
With WHS approaching its eighth week of quarantine, students are beginning to feel more stressed, anxious and depressed. Reporters Taylor McGuire and Caterina Tomassini talk with fellow students to learn more about mental health and quarantine.

[Photo] Self-Isolation and Mental Health: COVID-19 furthers anxiety

Caterina Tomassini and Taylor McGuire
May 5, 2020

Teachers deliver ‘We Miss You’ video message

Julia Callini and Owen Smith
April 12, 2020
As the world goes on lockdown amidst COVID-19, a surprising trend has emerged: air pollution is decreasing. WSPN discusses the contributing factors in a new column about climate change.

[Photo] Air pollution decreases amid pandemic, saving lives

Joanna Barrow
April 7, 2020
Nine years after the first person was cured of HIV, the world finally has a second instance where a person was cured. Surprisingly, the treatment that ended up curing him was not meant to do so.

[Photo] News Brief: Second person cured of HIV in the world

Dante Coppola
April 12, 2020
In the latest installment of Chat with Cat, WSPN's Caterina Tomassini shines a light on Autism Awareness month.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Bring back cursive

Caterina Tomassini
April 6, 2020
In the latest installment of Staff Reviews, WSPN's Andrew Boyer provides an in-depth dive into the latest release by Philly-based rapper Lil Uzi Vert, the highly-anticipated "Eternal Atake."

[Photo] Review: Lil Uzi Vert’s “Eternal Atake”

Andrew Boyer
April 9, 2020
In the latest installment of "Staff Reviews," WSPN's Brasen Chi offers a review of "Sonic the Hedgehog."

[Photo] Movie Review: Sonic the Hedgehog

Brasen Chi
April 28, 2020
"My Turn," Atlanta rapper Lil Baby's sophomore album, dropped on Feb. 28. WSPN's Andrew Boyer offers an in-depth, song-by-song review of the project.

[Photo] Album Review: Lil Baby’s “My Turn”

Andrew Boyer
March 23, 2020
Reporter Alyssa Dickstein shines light on this week's most cheerful news: football, pizza and dogs

[Photo] The Good News: restaurants, blue whales and Dr. Suess

Alyssa Dickstein
March 25, 2020
In the latest installment of Staff Reviews, WSPN's Alyssa Dickstein provides a review of Harry Styles' latest album, "Fine Line."

[Photo] Review: Harry Styles’ “Fine Line”

Alyssa Dickstein
February 6, 2020
Half hour hook

[Photo] Half Hour Hook: Pilot

Sam White and Andrew Boyer
December 28, 2019
Coldplay's lead singer Chris Martin performs onstage with his bandmates. WSPN's Alyssa Dickstein offers a review on the band's latest album, "Everyday Life."

[Photo] Song Review: “Don’t Start Now” by Dua Lipa

Alyssa Dickstein
December 16, 2019
College

[Photo] College Sports Junkies Episode 1: College Football Conference Championships

Aiden Chitkara, CJ Brown, and Max Brande
December 9, 2019
In the latest installment of "Chat with Cat," editor Caterina Tomassini discusses a tragic occurrence and the importance of appreciating the unsung heroes of our society.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Thank You

Caterina Tomassini
November 18, 2019
In the latest installment of "Chat with Cat," editor Caterina Tomassini explores social deficiencies and their implications for current and upcoming generations.

[Photo] Chat with Cat: Silence

Caterina Tomassini
November 13, 2019
Max Brande gives his take on prospective Heisman Trophy winners.

[Photo] Warrior Weekly: Heisman Hopefuls

Max Brande
November 13, 2019
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