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Due to a policy change from the CT Department of Public Health, starting on Oct. 20, vaccinated high school and middle school teachers will have the option to remove their masks during class.
Mask restrictions lifted for vaccinated teachers
With blood supply dangerously low across the country, Westport’s VFW recently held a blood drive.
Local blood drive hopes to alleviate dangerously low blood levels
The Westport Library hosted a First Selectman debate on Oct. 12. The event lasted from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Candidates responded to questions relating to Westport issues from moderator, Matthew Mandell.
Westport Library hosts First Selectman Debate
On Oct. 5, former student, Anaya Maignan-Thompson filed a lawsuit against Staples, accusing her teachers of verbal harassment.
Former Staples student seeks compensation for harassment claims
Seven Staples High School seniors were named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists. In February, the finalists will be announced.
National Merit Scholarship semifinalists announced among the senior class
Anonymous collective, Westport Parents 06880 criticises the town for teaching critical race theory in schools.
Ignorant, Westport Parents 06880, brings CRT debate to Westport
Fall activities are widely adored by Westport residents of all ages, but the cost of such activities may impose restrictions in terms of who may participate in such events.
Fairfield County activities overpriced, DIY activities more suitable for students
Despite Nestlé’s documented history of slavery, child endangerment and water theft, Staples continues to sell Nestlé Pure Life water bottles in the cafeteria. It is time for Staples to stand up against the injustices that Nestlé has committed and stop selling their products.
Staples must stop stocking the cafeteria with Nestlé products
Bitcoin proves an essential lesson to be taught in schools
Bitcoin proves an essential lesson to be taught in schools
Assembly Bill 245 was passed in California on Oct. 6, 2021 by Governor Gavin Newsom to prohibit public universities from misidentifying students on their diplomas and school reports.
New Assembly Bill 245 should inspire Staples High School to create a more inclusive community
Staples students share their personal collections and the meanings behind them. Collections can be found in anyone’s home—except for you minimalists out there.
Staples students share their unique collections
The Homecoming Dance for the class of 2022 will take place in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic on Saturday, Oct. 23.
Seniors remain excited for Homecoming dance despite COVID-19 limitations
Funny Pretty Nice is a small, women-owned second-hand store that offers vintage clothing as well as an eccentric shopping experience.
Funny Pretty Nice elevates thrifting experience
With a music video coming out soon, Sean Pitaro ’22 continues pursuing his passion through music production on Spotify, Apple Music and Youtube.
Sean Pitaro continues music journey
Sophie Spheeris ’23 and Finley Cohen ’23 take a mask break during their math period, second to last period on Friday.
Vaccinated students become more relaxed with mask wearing
The Korean Netflix show “Squid Game” has become an international sensation, officially becoming Netflix’s most-watched series ever with over 111 million views. The show has topped Netflix charts in more than 80 countries.
Squid Game becomes most watched Netflix series
Feeling peckish? Instead of going to Shake Shack, try eating some of the many wild fruits and plants growing all around your neighborhood.
Westport’s bounty serves as a fall foraging feast
From Oct. 8 - Oct. 11, the Westport Library organized another one of its book sales, featuring an immense collection of various books and other items.
Westport Library book sale fosters academia, community
Club Rush introduces new extracurriculars
The players from the third season of Netflix’s entertaining and mindless reality show, ‘The Circle’
‘The Circle’ season three breaks new ground, entertains
This crowd-pleasing traditional Jewish dessert is a sweet and savory dish that everyone can enjoy.
Sweet, savory Jewish dessert promises to please
This classic pumpkin cake is perfect for ringing in the season and adds a unique twist on a popular fall flavor.
Maple pumpkin cake, great way to ring in the fall
About seven years ago, my grandfather and I made a S’mores layer cake together, so, after not seeing him for nearly 500 days, I wanted to surprise him by baking him that same cake for Father’s Day.
S’mores layer cake honours early Father’s Day gift
These easy to make muffins make the perfect light and sweet treat.
Blueberry muffins are great for a light snack
Following this simple recipe makes a delectable snack to enjoy this summer or anytime.
Homemade guacamole pairs deliciously with homemade tortilla chips
Feeling peckish? Instead of going to Shake Shack, try eating some of the many wild fruits and plants growing all around your neighborhood.
Westport’s bounty serves as a fall foraging feast
From Oct. 8 - Oct. 11, the Westport Library organized another one of its book sales, featuring an immense collection of various books and other items.
Westport Library book sale fosters academia, community
Club Rush introduces new extracurriculars
In order to abide by social distancing regulations, the Sherwood Diner has started to build an outside seating area for customers.
Restaurants open socially distanced seating areas for Westporters
Up-cycling helps beautify old clothes, pass time during quarantine
Up-cycling helps beautify old clothes, pass time during quarantine
Last Thursday, BLAME IT ON BABY appeared on spotify, apple music, and other music websites.
Second album this year further drives young rapper DaBaby’s music career
The new release show “Outer Banks” enhances a mysterious, adventurous teen drama show to allow viewers to binge watch during this time of being stuck inside.
‘Outer Banks’ creates a binge-worthy T.V series
Phoebe Waller-Bridge dominates airwaves with fantastic new releases
Phoebe Waller-Bridge dominates airwaves with fantastic new releases
The Strokes released “The New Abnormal” on April 10.
The Strokes new album makes great comeback
With two episodes each Sunday for the next five weeks, sports fans have something to look forward to in the short-term.
‘The Last Dance’ provides reprieve for sports fans worldwide
Sofia Fidalgo-Schioppa ’25, left, steals the ball from a Greenwich player.
Sofia Fidalgo-Schioppa brings sportsmanship, devotion to field hockey team
Emma Nahon ’23 has committed to University of Pennsylvania for field hockey. Nahon currently plays for the Staples girls’ varsity field hockey team.
Committed Staples athletes show excitement, dedication
On senior day, seniors dress up and get shirts made by their team as a celebration of their last year as part of the Staples girls’ soccer program.
Staples dominates Central High School during senior day game
Many dancers at Staples go to studios in or near Westport to pursue their passions for dance, as they are not able to at Staples.
Staples dance team is necessary to create community for dancers
Many student-athletes have athletic early dismissals to get to their game/meet in time, causing them to miss hours of school. Pictured above, the Staples girls’ swim & dive team is on their way to an away meet, where they were dismissed from school around 1 p.m.
Later school dismissal time increases athlete stress levels
Staples students share their personal collections and the meanings behind them. Collections can be found in anyone’s home—except for you minimalists out there.
Staples students share their unique collections
Staples students must take precautions regarding food allergies in order to ensure their safety.
Food allergies present as prevalent issue within Staples
Funny Pretty Nice is a small, women-owned second-hand store that offers vintage clothing as well as an eccentric shopping experience.
Funny Pretty Nice elevates thrifting experience
With a music video coming out soon, Sean Pitaro ’22 continues pursuing his passion through music production on Spotify, Apple Music and Youtube.
Sean Pitaro continues music journey
Students typically take pictures with their close friends before the Red & Whites dance. This year, however, the dance was canceled on Oct. 5.
Seniors react to announcement of Red and Whites dance cancellation
Governor Ned Lamont plans to implement the most ambitious reopening plan in the tristate area since the pandemic started last year. Throughout March and April, all capacity limits for most businesses and personal retail stores are being lifted.
Connecticut’s transition to 100% capacity, eased restriction concerns among students
Increased flooding downtown threatens shops through costs and water damage
Increased flooding downtown threatens shops through costs and water damage
A COVID-19 vaccine is currently being developed.
Potential COVID-19 vaccine brings controversy
Two competing houses on Maple St. express opposing political viewpoints of the upcoming presidential election through banners, signs and flags. The WPD’s press release stated that signs placed on private property may not extend beyond the property line. In addition, it is recommended that residents remove their respective signs within two days after the election, or other specified event.
Removal of political signage around Westport prompts WPD response
Longshore golf course opens with COVID-19 restrictions
Longshore golf course opens with COVID-19 restrictions
COVID-19 couldn’t stop these stunning movie stars from rocking the Oscars red carpet Sunday night.
The Oscars lookbook: glitz, glam, and gorgeous gowns
The new Dunkin’ Donuts spring menu displays new and exciting food and drink options that are sure to brighten up this spring season.
Dunkin’ Doughnuts Review
Those who identify as “super straight” have already adopted their own version of a pride flag, a rectangle divided between black and orange. Critics of the label have seen it as exclusionary and take issue with the attempts of “super straight” people to insert themselves into the LGBT community.
‘Super Straight’ trend provokes ire, discussions about transphobia 
Some vaccinated families were able to celebrate Passover traditionally, while others held their seder’s over zoom.
Staples students celebrate passover amid COVID-19
Hasbro announces new Potato Head toys that dropped the pronouns Mr. and Ms. due to recent controversy. However, the iconic Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head are still available for sale.
Newest Controversy: The gender of a potato
Staples gets set to tip off at home against Fairfield Warde on March 28.
Staples Basketball Recap
Staples warming up before tip off against Brian McMahon with no fans in the gym.
The success of Staples basketball
The Staples Varsity softball team high-fives last year before COVID-19 began. This year, social distancing and mask wearing will be enforced so on field play will be very different.
Spring sports season brings mixed feelings to players
Last rec season, swapping jerseys with a member of the opposing team after the game was the ultimate sign of respect and gratitude players could share. Angelo Casabianca ’21 and Haydn Siroka ’21 share a moment together after a close game between the two.
Seniors reflect on rec basketball cancelled
Staples girls basketball celebrates after upsetting Norwalk on the road.
Students discuss status of winter sports
While the pasta options range in caloric density, all are easy to make and delicious in their own way.
Trader Joe’s offers variety of gnocchi to satisfy pasta cravings
Bachelor Matt James and winner of this season Rachal Kirkconnel had clear tension between them at the after the final rose ceremony. Rachel shed many tears, as Matt was so heartbroken he could barely speak.
Bachelor finale shocks Bachelor Nation
These are all of the materials needed to cuff any pair of pants and sew exciting stitches to the linings of clothing articles. This will revamp garments in addition to providing pops of color.
Crafting clothes proves fun quarantine activity
A hand showing female empowerment, which is similar to drawings that were shown in the movie.
Moxie inspires high schoolers to make a change
Emma Losonczy ’23 uses music as a way of focusing while studying in the library. The music helps Losonczy keep her mind awake while she writes an essay for English class.
Reviewing La Di Die
Photo by Shira Zeiberg “Operation Varsity Blues” is a documentary investigating the mastermind behind the scheme to get kids of rich families into top colleges.
Netflix film ‘Operation Varsity Blues’ sheds light on college admissions scandal
Staples students are cautious to travel due to the looming threat of COVID-19.
Students traveling for vacation raises COVID concerns
Each year, students must receive recommendations from teachers to enroll in specific level classes. Though these recommendations are helpful, they also can restrain students from taking classes they know they can handle.
Teacher recommendations do more harm than good
After making our way through the towns best diners and delis, we found that the classic Sherwood Diner breakfast sandwich was our favorite.
Students search for Westport’s best egg sandwich
First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
First Lady Biden brings education to forefront of American politics
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Closed ecosystem terrariums are miniature ecosystems of moss kept indefinitely within glass containers.

Closed ecosystem terrariums bring spring inside

Kristina Chaney ’23, Staff Writer • May 26, 2021

Inside a jar, a tiny world of moss flourishes. The water from the moss evaporates, condenses on the glass sides, and "rains" back down into the moss. The tiny world supports itself forever. Closed ecosystem...

Spring sports now allow fans into games. Some players say it has had a positive impact on their performances.

Staples’ games positively affected by return of fans

Finnegan Courtney , Paper News Editor • May 13, 2021

Fans will always be a major part of sports, regardless if it is professional sports, college or high school sports and even sports intended for younger children. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, fans have...

Warmer weather welcomes the spring season to Westport

Margot Stack ’22 Business Manager, Brooke Dembin ’22 Business Manager • May 11, 2021

Blue flower cupcakes serve as ideal spring dessert

Blue flower cupcakes serve as ideal spring dessert

Gabriella Gerig ’23, Paper Sports Editor • May 7, 2021

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Pasta salad caters to different tastes as different ingredients can be swapped out for those of your choice. For example, adding beans or chickpeas can make this a high-protein dish. You can also play around with using different vegetables, cheeses and dressings.

Pasta salad serves as refreshing start to spring

Mishael Gill '23, Staff Writer • April 5, 2021

Closed ecosystem terrariums are miniature ecosystems of moss kept indefinitely within glass containers.

Closed ecosystem terrariums bring spring inside

Kristina Chaney ’23, Staff Writer • April 5, 2021

Dunkin’ Doughnuts Review

Maddy Tansley '23 • April 5, 2021

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With spring around the corner, what better time is there to bake an iced lemon pound cake?

Zesty lemon pound cake perfect to welcome springtime

Charlotte Gurley '23, Staff Writer • March 30, 2021

This southern caramel cake is the perfect sweet treat for anyone’s household.

Southern caramel cake: perfect to serve for start of spring

Lily Klau '23, Staff Writer • March 26, 2021

Pound cake with berries and whipped cream is the perfect dessert to share with friends and family on a beautiful spring day.

Pound cake with berries provides perfect spring dessert

Gabriella Gerig ’23, Staff Writer • March 26, 2021

Lemon bars are easy and quick to make. They are perfect for the spring because of their light and refreshing taste and sunny color.

Lemon bars make perfect treat for spring

Audrey Kercher ’23, Staff Writer • March 24, 2021

The iced brown sugar oat milk shaken espresso (left) and iced chocolate almond milk shaken espresso (right) are two new non-dairy drinks now available at Starbucks locations. These added milk alternatives now allow a more inclusive menu for those who don’t consume dairy.

New dairy-free Starbucks drinks add inclusive taste to their menu

Margot Stack ’22 , Business Manager • March 24, 2021

Moving into a new season, the Starbucks menu now incorporates more inclusive dairy options. The new line of non-dairy drinks has provided plant-based beverages for new audiences to enjoy. Now let's dive...

The highly anticipated senior internships have changed this year to allow students to choose from one of three options. This change allows for more flexibility and freedom when choosing an internship, something that should not be overlooked despite complaints.

Flexibility, options allow senior internships to prevail amidst pandemic

Marina Engler '21, Staff Writer • March 10, 2021

To say I wasn’t devastated that my last year of high school consisted of no football games, spirit week, school dances and countless other rite-of-passage moments that we seniors have been looking forward...

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