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The site of the Westford Knight carving lies just on the side of Depot Street where it has a plaque and a sculpture dedicated to it.

The history and mystery of our local legend, the Westford Knight

Connor Billington, Social Media Manager Nov 20, 2024

The Westford Knight is one of Westford's most well-known landmarks, but the historical background of the carving is much less commonly known. The puzzling stone carving's place of residence is on the side of Depot Street, one of Westford's highest traffic streets, and its mystery entices the many locals...

The larger photograph of the cannon on the common was originally taken on July 4, 1899. It is from the collection of Bill Macmillan. The smaller photograph in the upper left is a modern image of the cannon.

The history of the cannon on the town common

Jackie Clay, Club Manager May 1, 2023

On the town common, along with memorials and benches, is an old cannon, representing a piece of the country's history hidden in this small town. This monument is a hunk of metal with a fascinating history that makes the common a bit more interesting. Next to it are piles of cannon balls, from an entirely...

Photos of all four WA buildings, past and present, in time order from left to right.

The history of Westford Academy

Jackie Clay, Staff Writer Jan 12, 2023

Two centuries. Four buildings. The timeline of Westford Academy is incredibly fascinating, but students and even long-time residents do not know its deep history. It all started in 1792, when a group of men met to forge the beginning of a school. Westford Academy was founded as a private school that...

WA History teacher Christopher Gorham will have his first book, The Confidante, published on February 21, 2023.

Gorham’s first book “The Confidante” is soon to hit shelves

James Farley, Co-Managing Editor Sep 29, 2022

WA Modern American History teacher Christopher Gorham will have his first book, a biography titled The Confidante, published on Feb. 21, 2023. The biography conveys the untold story of Anna Rosenberg, how she helped the United States win World War II, and how she rose to the highest position a woman...

Students walk through the history hallway at WA.

Diverse history should mean diverse history classes

Pravar Mukkala, Co-Managing Editor Sep 29, 2022

Westford Academy is a diverse community; there is no doubt about that. Going to school means seeing students of all cultures, races, religions, and ethnicities, as well as walking under banners in the halls promoting diversity and inclusion. That's why it is a little odd to see that of the three years...

From left to right, juniors TJ  Bonica, Brendan Connell, and Keegan Connell smile for the camera.

History club is on the roster at WA

Shreya Voruganti, Co-News Editor Jun 2, 2022

For some students, history is their least favorite subject. Some might even question if there even is a point to learn something that has already happened. However, for other students, history is one of their favorite subjects so much so that they might even go the extra mile to create a new club at...

Student scans the Civil Rights Complaint Form posted in the WA's bathroom stall.

Walking the walk: Westford DEI efforts in action

Sophia Keang and Kristen Su Feb 14, 2022

After Westford Academy’s student section verbally abused a Wayland player at the girls’ basketball game on Friday, January 28, Westford has frequently brought up its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts during interviews as a response to the incident. However, many don’t seem to understand...

Anthony Brown and Kimberly Sears smile for the camera.

Brown leaves impact on WA; Sears welcomed back

Shreya Voruganti, News Editor Dec 6, 2021

The coming and going of teachers is a normal part of school life at WA. Students are no stranger to long-term stand-ins or substitutes, but the transition is always bittersweet. One such experience has happened very recently. On Nov. 22, history teacher Kimberly Sears came back from maternity leave,...

Scully's compilation of Singer sewing machines from 1800's to 1900's

Sewing machine project makes history books come alive

Srinithi Raj, Co-Editor-in-Chief Sep 24, 2021

Deep in the factories of the industrial revolution, workers toiled away on Singer sewing machines for long hours and uncertain pay. Nearly 200 years later, those same machines will be wielded by high school students, who will gain a deeper understanding of the possibilities of these machines and the...