RTM rejects attempt to ban sale of recreational marijuana
Andreas Lolis ’21, Paper News Editor
October 6, 2019
The Westport Representative Town Meeting (RTM) voted down an ordinance that would ban the sale of recreational marijuana in Westport for two years if and when the state legalizes it. Jimmy Izzo, RTM Member and Chair of the Public Protection Committee, introduced the ordinance along with RTM Member Greg...
Hate symbols discovered in Staples
Dana Perelberg '20, Paper Managing Editor
September 15, 2019
Multiple hate symbols––including a carving of a swastika––were uncovered at Staples High School on the evening of Sept. 12. Upon the discovery of a swastika carved into a bathroom stall door, the administration called in the Westport Police Department to assist them in inspecting the sch...
BOE names Stafford Thomas Jr. principal of Staples
Andreas Lolis '21, Paper News Editor
June 25, 2019
The Board of Education unanimously approved Stafford Thomas Jr. as Principal of Staples High School on June 20. The Principal seat was vacated by James D’Amico, who earlier this year announced his resignation effective at the end of June. While Thomas doesn’t have any speci...
Matsu Sushi reopens
Mia Daignault ’20, Staff Writer
June 10, 2019
Matsu Sushi in downtown Westport has reopened as of June 4. It was temporarily closed in April due to renovations. They also were charged with labor abuse charges earlier in the year. Matsu will be opened 11 am to 3 am and 5pm to 9pm Tuesday through Sunday but will be closed Monday’s to continue...
Dr. David Abbey named interim superintendent of schools
Sophie Driscoll '19, Staff Writer
May 10, 2019
Dr. David Abbey began as interim superintendent of schools on May 8. The Board of Education (BOE) appointed him to the role with a unanimous vote on May 6. Abbey will hold the position until the BOE finds a permanent superintendent. “It is gratifying to find someone of Dr. Abbey’s caliber to lead our schools th...
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Paper Opinions Editor
Entering her first year in the Advanced Journalism class, Samantha Felner ’22 arrives with a confident attitude and strength in voicing her opinions through writing. Felner finds her interest in writing...