Brian Williamson Staff Writer Westford Academy has implemented a new system for keeping track of text books by using a book scanner. “You plug the scanner into the computer and scan the bar coded books,” said assistant principal Adam Goldberg. The process was a group effort. “Volunteer...

by Nate Tashjy Staff Writer This summer, the Westford community saw Applebees go, and anticipated an iHop to be put in its place. They were surprised to see the British Beer Company, or BBC, standing where the highly anticipated breakfast place was. At least until they walked...

By Andy Dunn Staff Writer The annual DECA Halloween Dance is back for a 10th consecutive year as one of the most popular dances. The Halloween Dance is a fundraiser for the very popular business club DECA and is selling tickets for $8 during lunch in the cafeteria. DECA is selling 820 tickets...

By Leah Bowness Staff Writer In the library, the newest face is Westford Academy alumna Susan Harde. She graduated from WA in 1986. In her high school career she saw tragedy, a different school and a terrible class. Harde was most affected by the tragic explosion of the Space Shuttle Challenger...

by Theresa Yuan Staff Writer The nickname “Taxachusetts” might soon be obsolete. This November 2, voters will decide whether or not to cut the current sales tax of 6.25% to 3% on Question 3 of their ballots. Question 3 results from the efforts of the Alliance to Roll Back the Taxes, an organization...

Anna Raboin Features Editor School spirit is vital to unifying a class and carrying on the traditions of the upcoming Spirit Week. Usually, the senior class beats out all other grades in participation of Spirit days and the Spirit Rally. But, this senior class seems to have an unusual lack of spirit... The...

By Sameer Kini Sports Editor Science teacher Jim Casserly has completed 35 years of teaching at Westford Academy. Today, he teaches Honors Anatomy and Physiology, Human Biology and First Aid, and CP Biology. Throughout his tenure at WA, Casserly has taught other subjects as well,...

By Brian Prato Staff Writer Last year the MCAS scores for sophomores at Westford Academy ranked highly in the state of Massachusetts. Principal Jim Antonelli is especially excited about this feat. "It’s incredible, absolutely incredible. It just shows what hard work and determination can...

By Ryan Auger Staff Writer On Sunday, the 26th of September the parish center held an open mic night. “It is a great place to work on one's performance skills. Everyone is very supportive because everyone is a beginner sometime.” said John Ferullo, who runs the Westford Parish Arts Center Open...