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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
Harris supporter Jillian Kohl and her mother come together for a photo while Trump supporters stand in the background.
Engaging the community: Political activity around Wayland
ICYMI: Oct. 28 - Student voting, social media's influence in politics and applying to college
ICYMI: Oct. 28 – Student voting, social media’s influence in politics and applying to college
The 2024 Presidential Election voting will occur on Nov. 5. Americans citizens will be able to vote for a president and for their local state legislators and laws.
Voting made easy: A guidebook for election day
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
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
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
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
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
Tri-M Music Honor Society to host trunk or treat
News Brief: Freshman election results
News Brief: Freshman election results
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
Zippity-Do-Dog is a hot dog stand that was founded in 2007. This food trolley is currently under the ownership of Roland Houle. It is located on Speen Street in Framingham, Massachusetts. “I took over the stand and have been running the stand since 2019,” Houle said. “I enjoy making hot dogs and providing a quick and easy meal for people on the go.” Houle, working through COVID, made an impact on the Framingham community with his outdoor trolley.
Zippity Do Dog: Beyond the bun
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
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
Zippity-Do-Dog is a hot dog stand that was founded in 2007. This food trolley is currently under the ownership of Roland Houle. It is located on Speen Street in Framingham, Massachusetts. “I took over the stand and have been running the stand since 2019,” Houle said. “I enjoy making hot dogs and providing a quick and easy meal for people on the go.” Houle, working through COVID, made an impact on the Framingham community with his outdoor trolley.
Zippity Do Dog: Beyond the bun
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
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
Wayland High School Class of 2019 alum Devin Wong is the new assistant coach of Harvard University Nordic Ski Team. "I’m excited to be a part of a new team and coaching staff am motivated to learn from [head coach] Cate Brams and grow as a coach and wax tech," Wong said.
WHS alum Devin Wong skis into coaching position at Harvard University
As the WHS field hockey team wraps up the 2024 season, WSPN recognizes the entirely new coaching staff.
A new era begins: Field hockey’s new coaching staff
“As the patriots always say, we’re going to know our job, and we’re going to do our job,” head coach Scott Parseghian said.
Game preview: Football vs Bedford face off
Keenan poses with the varsity football head coach, Scott Parseghian, after winning player of the game. The player of the game is awarded a gladiator helmet.
Athlete of the month: Michael Keenan
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
The rowers in the boys first varsity eight boat finish their last set of the workout before cooling down. In the fall, crew races are typically five kilometers long, while in the spring, races are two kilometers long.
Wayland-Weston crew team rows towards Head Of The Fish Regatta
Senior Peyton Moran glances upfield after catching the ball from senior captain Michael Keenan.
Football fights against domestic violence
Players on the boys varsity soccer team stand with their arms around each other prior to the kickoff of the second half, proceeding through the rest of the game as one group. "Our group of boys is very close this year, which makes us stronger on the field," sophomore Brady Babineau said. "We treat each other and protect each other like family, which makes us a tough opponent in all aspects."
Boys soccer drops close game to Lincoln Sudbury
Senior Bowen Morrison (left) and senior captain Owen Finnegan (right) defend a Lincoln-Sudbury player. The varsity football team currently holds a 4-1 record.
Football triumphs over Lincoln-Sudbury
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 Bella Schreiber discusses the financial strain of applying to college.
Opinion: The cost of college applications is too much
With the 2024 election coming up in November, the country is buzzing with political opinions. While social media can be a good outlet for these thoughts, it doesn’t come without consequences.
Digital democracy: Social media shaping politics
WSPN’s Melina Barris discusses unnoticed stress during her senior year.
Opinion: Senior fall is much more stressful than people realize
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
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."
Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season
While poet, book writer and musician Charles Coe reads a poem, he briefly looks up from his book to survey the crowd. Join Co-Multimedia Editor Sofia Ciciarelli as she covers the impact of Coe's poetry, the significance of Arts Wayland for the community and the response of the residents of Wayland after hearing Coe's poetry.
Charles Coe: Impacting Wayland through poetry
Crossword: Halloween
Crossword: Halloween
After bringing an audience member up to the stage and performing with them, the Blue Men and audience member raise their arms up in celebration.
The Blue Man Group: An explosion of color and meaning
The annual Masquerade concert is here. This concert brings costumes and music together to create one fun performance.
The annual Masquerade concert brings out a unique side to orchestra
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
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
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
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Quiz: Can you guess the handwriting?
Join WSPN’s Alex Evangelista as he reviews the first part of season four of "Outer Banks."
Treasure, mystery, friendship: A dive into the new “Outer Banks” season
Join WSPN’s Carolina Sdoia as she reviews the new series “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez story.”
Bloodlines and betrayal: The Menendez brothers in ‘Monsters’
"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
After exiting the haunted house the volunteers who are the "scarers" all gather to take a picture. "Keep coming to the Connect Program haunted houses, through the years, and support Connect," senior Nelahn Bonds said.
Connect Program hosts annual haunted house
Seniors prepare for their senior night on Nov. 1. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. under the WHS turf lights. The psych for the game will be “USA.”
Game preview: Football looks to defeat Newton South on senior night
Seniors gather in the courtyard during extended advisory to socialize, take pictures with each other and snack on candy that was set out on tables.
Class of 2025 celebrates Halloween
Russell's Garden Center is found on Route 20 in Wayland, and has various gardening supplies, which include annual flowers, gardening tools, and the fall favorite, pumpkins.
Fall is welcomed by Russell’s Garden Center
The rowers in the boys first varsity eight boat finish their last set of the workout before cooling down. In the fall, crew races are typically five kilometers long, while in the spring, races are two kilometers long.
Wayland-Weston crew team rows towards Head Of The Fish Regatta
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 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Patriots Talk: Episode 5
Patriots Talk: Episode 5
With the 2024 election coming up in November, the country is buzzing with political opinions. While social media can be a good outlet for these thoughts, it doesn’t come without consequences.
Digital democracy: Social media shaping politics
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Join Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler and Ben Jackson for this weeks updates.
Weekly Breakdown Episode 95: Picture day make up’s and voting registration
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 97: Sophomore semi and start of quarter two
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Weekly Breakdown Episode 96: Progressive dinner and football senior night
Join Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler and Ben Jackson for this weeks updates.
Weekly Breakdown Episode 95: Picture day make up’s and voting registration
Join Carolina Sdoia, Jessi Dretler and Ben Jackson for this weeks updates.
Weekly Breakdown Episode 94: New police dog and domestic violence awareness raffle
Weekly Breakdown Episode 93: Super Wednesday and Thursday night football
Weekly Breakdown Episode 93: Super Wednesday and Thursday night football
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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Sadie Alongi

Sadie Alongi, Staff Reporter

Sadie Alongi, Class of 2027, is a first year reporter for WSPN. She runs on the track team and plays girls basketball for Wayland High School. In her free time she enjoys seeing her friends, baking and going to the beach.

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Posing for the camera to mimic the upcoming "Wicked" musical's movie cover, senior Denedra Ma (left) whispers in Fiona Wang's (right) ear to show off their costumes inspired by the film.

[Photo] Class of 2025 celebrates Halloween

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October 31, 2024
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