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A small buffalo chicken pizza

Nashoba Pizza: Another great option in Westford

Ben Walker, Co-Editor-in-Chief Apr 9, 2017

Recently, the Ghostwriter had a chance to dine at Nashoba Pizza. When you think of pizza in Westford, you probably think of Westford House of Pizza, Papa Ginos, or Silver Palate.  However, one may not think of Nashoba Pizza, located on 66 Littleton Road in Westford. On the Chelmsford line, Nashoba Pizza...

Solar panels soaring toward installment

Solar panels soaring toward installment

Ben Walker, Co-Editor-in-Chief Apr 8, 2017

Recently, the WA Environmental Club has been pushing for solar panels to be installed on the roof of the school. Currently, the process is moving a little bit further along, as the club was able to contact a company to install the panels. With a company in mind, the club is gathering more information...

Porter concludes years at WA

Porter concludes years at WA

Andrew Friel, Co-Editor-in-Chief Apr 6, 2017

Westford Academy Social Studies department head Libby Porter recently revealed that this school year will be her last at WA, concluding many years of service as a teacher and curriculum coordinator. For much of her life, Porter knew that she wanted to be an educator, earning her Bachelor’s degree...

A beautifully made maple spice latte

Haute Coffee offers more than just coffee

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer Apr 6, 2017

Haute Coffee, the perfect spot for a morning cup or an afternoon study session, is a hidden gem in Concord Center. With its charming decor and a range of breakfast and lunch foods, this shop offers far more than just coffee.   Haute Coffee embraces the rustic appeal of downtown Concord. With brick...

The paper lantern centerpiece in the Parish Center for the Arts

Westford Regional Art Event: A collaboration of creativity

Chloe Morbelli, Staff Writer Apr 4, 2017

The annual Westford Regional Art Event invites local artists to display their work to the community and apply for awards for their creations. At the Parish Center for the Arts, all ages of artists ranging from children to adults entered their pieces. Many works are from the artistic students of WA. The...

WA Stays Silent for a good cause on Wednesday

WA Stays Silent for a good cause on Wednesday

Quinn Dolan, Staff Writer Mar 28, 2017

As April approaches, so does the Day of Silence 2017. The Day of Silence is a day specifically to help the LGBTQ+ community and raise awareness for the discrimination the LGBT community receives. This is a huge day nationwide, because every year, thousands of schools are remaining silent. Students...

Photo courtesy of the Lowell Sun/Chris Lisinski

Article 13 passes through town meeting

Andrew Friel, Co-Editor-in-Chief Mar 25, 2017

  On Saturday March 25 at the Abbott School, the town of Westford gathered for their annual town meeting to discuss and vote on various town issues. While an annual event that many attend each and every year, this year's meeting had special interest to many town residents. In the end, article...

Sean Doherty places 6th place in state skiing race

Sean Doherty places 6th place in state skiing race

Sujosh Mukherjee, Staff Writer Mar 24, 2017

Sean Doherty is one of Westford Academy's best nordic skiers. He started skiing back when he was in seventh grade. "My dad was into the sport, so he started to teach me in seventh grade, and I have been skiing ever since [then]" Doherty said. Doherty's dream is to ski for a varsity skiing team...

Preserve Westford Schools: Vote Yes on Prop 2 1/2

Preserve Westford Schools: Vote Yes on Prop 2 1/2

Andrew Friel, Co-Editor-in-Chief Mar 21, 2017

While the taxing and long month of March rolls on for students and faculty alike, the town of Westford and its residents face an important decision. The issue is one that has been long-debated in the town; teacher salaries. Proposition 2 1/2 will be voted on this Saturday in town meeting to determine...

Padma Sonti speaking at Vigil.

Candlelit Vigil Fights the Darkness

Conor Bellone, Staff Writer Mar 13, 2017

Last Sunday evening, members of the town of Westford were brought together for a vigil commemorating the recent attack in Kansas and many of the hate crimes which have followed. Roughly 150 people gathered on the Westford town common, in 20 degree weather, to join their fellow man, with electronic...

BLT Sandwich from Brothers Pizzeria

Brothers hides in plain sight

Andrew Friel, Co-Editor-in-Chief Mar 4, 2017

Hidden in a strip mall nearby the bustling Chelmsford center, Brothers Pizza is a small pizza joint that offers an extensive menu seen in your typical New England Pizza/sub shop. Overall, the service, speed, and food quality make it one of the better hidden gems in the county. As noted, the location...