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The businesses offering discounts are spread throughout downtown Westport, providing a diverse range of shopping, dining and entertainment options. In addition to those previously mentioned, other popular businesses includeVineyard Vines, the Westport Country Playhouse and the Original Pancake House.

Westport Youth Commission, Downtown Merchants Association launch Student-Staff Discount Program

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor February 14, 2025

The Westport Student-Staff discount program officially launched on Feb 1, marking the end of two years of investigative work and collaboration between the Downtown Merchant Association and the Westport...

Seniors use Zello to explore the 176 available internships, which span diverse opportunities such as a social media intern, Building Beyond Borders intern and consulting group intern. After reviewing their options, each senior ranks their top five choices and answers two corresponding questions.

A senior’s guide to the internship program

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor January 14, 2025

Being a senior comes with plenty of perks—senior skip days, prom, senior assassin—but one of the best is finishing school early and being able to work in an environment of your choice. Whether you’re...

Staples High School nurses are responsible for a wide range of jobs to keep our school running. These responsibilities can range from addressing mental health concerns to running vaccine campaigns to treating injuries. If you ever need help in any way, their office is located to the right of the main entrance.

Beyond band-aids and ice packs: Staples nurses keep school healthy

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor January 2, 2025

Staples High School relies on the dedication of countless staff members to keep the community running smoothly, yet many of their efforts often go unnoticed. From administrative assistants and bus drivers...

Regardless of the dish, Christmas food goes beyond the recipe, it’s a celebration of culture, connection, and gratitude.

From lobster risotto to chocolate pecan pie: Unique holiday dishes

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor December 17, 2024

Whether you celebrate Christmas with your family or friends, or simply look forward to a break from school, Christmas holds a special place in American culture. While the classic holiday image of Christmas...

The Westport Library Book Sale, started 25 years ago, raises money for the Westport Library. In the 2023-24 fiscal year they were able to raise $70,000. The Westport Book Shop, created five years ago, further supports the library’s mission by raising essential funds and providing employment opportunities for individuals with differing abilities.

More than just books: Westport Library Book Sale impacts community

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor November 13, 2024

Tables brimming with books stretch across the room, each stack begging to be explored. There’s a sense of contentment in the air as people browse, exchanging whispered recommendations. Yellowed classics...

The National Honors Society members elected Lucy Fischer ’25, Srish Popuri ’25, Megan Sargent ’25 and Kate Rodriguez ’25 as the Presidents of Social Outreach, Service, Meetings and Treasurer. They bring innovative ideas to strengthen NHS’s impact at Staples and throughout the community

National Honors Society elects four presidents

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor September 27, 2024

National Honors Society (NHS) members gathered in the auditorium on Sept. 18. The air thick with anticipation beneath the bright stage lights. Tension filled the room as 12 candidates took to the podium,...

Borowsky and Madigan’s campaign focuses on improving student wellbeing mainly through food and social aspects.

Calum Madigan and Will Borowsky elected 2025 Staples student council senior presidents

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor June 11, 2024

Calum Madigan and Will Borowsky were elected the senior class presidents for the 2024-25 school year. They campaigned on a platform of giving back to the community and making a significant impact within...

At a powerlifting competition in April, Abe Lobsenz ’25 broke three state records for his weight class. 102.5kg for bench, 155 kg for squat and 195kg for deadlift.

Powerlifters pursue national records, co-found club

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor May 16, 2024

While powerlifting, weightlifting and lifting have some similarities, powerlifting’s aim is different. At its base, powerlifting is the effort to maximize absolute strength in the three main lifts of...

The Westport Farmers’ Market has been holding the seed exchange every year since 2010.

Westport Farmers’ Market Annual Seed Exchange on March 7

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor March 10, 2024

The Westport Farmers’ Market will hold its 14th annual seed exchange to promote seed saving and learning about seeds on Thursday, March 7 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m..  The Westport Farmers’ Market...

Long Lots Elementary School was originally built in the 1950s as a middle school

Planning and Zoning Committee approve Long Lots construction proposal

February 28, 2024

Throughout the years, Long Lots has educated thousands of kids, leaving behind lifelong memories. Many high schoolers fondly remember playing soccer games in the lower fields, swinging on the swings in...

Wakeman Town Farm’s pond was built in the 1990’s to filter the runoff and pollutants from the building of Bedford Middle School’s fields.

Wakeman Town Farm’s Detention Pond completes first phase of restoration

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Features Editor December 1, 2023

Wakeman Town Farm recently finished the restoration of its detention pond with the help of a Patagonia grant in hopes of addressing the growth of invasive species over the years.  Doing so will allow...

The Wreckers get in position to defend a goal kick from the Hall.

Girls’ soccer beats Hall, moves on to state quarterfinals

Ayaan Olasewere ’25, Web Sports Editor November 14, 2023

In the second round of the State tournament, the Staples girls’ soccer dominated their opposition with a striking victory of six to one, and booked their spot in the quarterfinals.  While the team...

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