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The year of 2024 was one of political upheaval, natural disasters, foreign and domestic government strife and athletic greatness. Reflecting on 2024, here are some of the most memorable and newsworthy events from the past 12 months. Antisemitism On...
The No Place for Hate Committee held its second annual A Seat at the Table event for the WHS community on Dec. 5 in the library. The concept for the event originated back in 2022 through the NPFH Immigration and Allyship Subcommittee. The subcommittee...
During the winter months, when boredom is at its peak, the Westfield Rink at Gumbert Park provides Westfield residents with an exciting activity that embodies the winter spirit. Arena Reality Partners have been contracted by the town to operate the...
Academics, location, programs. WHS seniors are hitting submit on their early action applications and sharing the reasons why they hope to attend the universities they choose. For the college application cycle, outside of regular decision, students...
Science isn’t a philosophy. Science isn’t based on feelings, prejudices or unproven theories. Science isn’t red, and science isn’t blue. Science isn’t politics. Science is proven facts. But in recent years, science seems to have taken on...
The 2024 election wasn’t just a political defeat for me; it felt like a deeply personal betrayal. As an immigrant, politics have always been interwoven within my identity. I was born during the election of America’s first Black president, took my...
2024 has been a whirlwind of unforgettable moments, bold moves and cultural resets. From women dominating the world of sports to music comebacks that shook the charts, style trends that turned heads and stories that captivated us on screen, this year...
In the vast ocean of Disney remakes, live-action films and sequels, Moana 2 sinks to the bottom. With confusing plot points and low-quality music, does this cement a new dark age for Disney? Taking place three years after the first movie, the sequel...