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Andrew Yang’s call for Asian Americans to demonstrate patriotism falls short

Andrew Yang’s call for Asian Americans to demonstrate patriotism falls short

Serena Ye '20, Web A&E Editor April 30, 2020

Today was the day. After several days locked in quarantine in the shelter of my home, I was finally going to step outside and enjoy the fresh air. But as I strolled through the familiar streets, suddenly...

The We The People team discovered they had won their division over a Zoom call with teacher Suzanne Kammerman.

We The People breaks records in unprecedented times

Serena Ye '20, Web A&E Editor April 30, 2020

The We The People class placed fifth at the 2020 National Finals Challenge held from Saturday, April 25 to Sunday, April 26.  In addition to finishing the highest Staples High School has ever placed,...

One of the many plays available to watch online is 42nd Street, which was a great production set during the Depression.

Activities to stimulate your mind during quarantine

Madison Andrews '20, Staff Writer April 30, 2020

During this difficult time of living during a pandemic, staying at home may drive some crazy from boredom. After being home from school for four weeks already, I have much more free time on my hands. It...

On May 15, Longshore Golf Courses and Compo Beach parking lots will be reopening for the public with restrictions.

Longshore Golf Course and Compo Beach parking lots plan to reopen May 15

Lucy Arrow '21, Web Sports Editor April 30, 2020

As of May 15, Longshore Golf Course and Compo Beach parking lots will be reopening after their closure since March 14 in an attempt to slow the spread of COVID-19. Although these locations are reopening,...

Students will have three options to choose from as their “Reimagined Senior Internship.”

College and Career Center revises plan to keep senior internships

Emily Stone '20, Business Director April 29, 2020

The College and Career Center announced April 28 that senior internships for the 2020 school year will take place as scheduled.  According to an email sent out to the senior class, students will be...

How to manage stress during quarantine

How to manage stress during quarantine

Abby Fleming '20 and Mia Daignault '20 April 28, 2020

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Prisoners packed in tight spaces make it difficult to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and steps must be taken to slow the spread throughout jails.

Prisons must adjust to coronavirus spreading through packed cells

Karina Murray '22, Staff Writer April 27, 2020

Prisons are packed. The coronavirus is contagious and deadly. These two facts do not blend well. This mixture has served as a recipe for disaster in prisons all around the world, where coronavirus has...

One positive thing that has come out of this quarantine is that I am now able to have dinner with my family every night. It is a nice way to end the day and catch up.

Social distancing accepted into everyday routine

Abbie Goldstein '22, Opinions Editor April 27, 2020

Talking to one of my friends face-to-face feels like it hasn’t happened in an eternity. As someone who generally sees herself as extroverted and social, coronavirus was a sudden slap in the face. The...

Westport Front Porch is a popular facebook group that is frequently used by local adults.

Reminder: be kind during unsettling times

Grace Livecchi '21, Staff Writer April 27, 2020

A few weeks ago, my friends and I were sitting in the trunks of our cars at Sherwood–six feet apart as permitted–to celebrate one of our birthdays. All within minutes, a Mercedes pulled up, and without...

The girls’ lacrosse team gathered on Zoom on April 2 to catch up and share what they’ve been doing during this unprecedented time. The team meeting was led by the three captains: Kyle Kirby ’20, Kathleen Cozzi ’20 and Jane Lukens ’20.

Unification fills the air as sports teams come together during COVID-19

Maya Reiner ’21, Web sports editor April 24, 2020

As the flowers blossom and Westporters come out of hibernation, spring sports teams start and highschoolers get a rush of excitement to embark on their sports. But for the student-athletes this year, this...

Starbucks, one of the most popular places to go to in Westport, now requires all staff and customers to wear masks.

Westport stores update shopping protocols in compliance with COVID-19 regulations

Finnegan Courtney '22 April 22, 2020

Multiple Westport storefronts have announced new regulations in compliance with social distancing guidelines in an attempt to stop the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak. “I think it’s what we need to...

Westport utilizes pandemic drone to test for COVID-19 symptoms

Westport utilizes pandemic drone to test for COVID-19 symptoms

Lia Chen '20, Paper A&E Editor April 22, 2020

Westport will be the first town in Connecticut to use drones to fight the COVID-19 pandemic as part of their “Flatten the Curve Pilot Program” announced on Tuesday. The drones will be able to detect...

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