Gubernatorial candidates making Walpole a key stop »
It seems that Walpole is becoming a “battleground town,” if there is such a thing, in the race for governor. A visit by Republican candidate for governor Charlie Baker occurred on Saturday, February 27, and Governor Deval Patrick, running for re-election is expected to visit Walpole very soon.
During Saturday’s visit, Baker went to Westbury Farms [...]
Commercials add comedy to the Super Bowl »
By Jeff Meaney
Class of 2011
Half the fun of watching the Super Bowl is watching the commercials that companies spend an astronomical amount to have aired during the big event. With the economy in turmoil, many major companies did not opt to pay the three million dollar per 30 seconds of air time cost.
Anheuser-Busch, however, was [...]
How to Throw a Superbowl Party »
Erin Nee and Jeff Meaney
Class of 2011
Hosting a super bowl party and don’t know what to do? We’re here to help! Parties can be stressful but with the right combination of people and food your night is sure to be a success. No matter which team you route for there are a few factors [...]
Most Controversial Athletes of 2009 »
1. Eldrick “Tiger” Woods. Entering 2009, Tiger Woods was more admired than he had ever been before. The former childhood phenom has taken over the golf world since his debut in 1996. Any of Tiger’s doubters were silenced after his remarkable victory at the 2008 U.S. Open. Woods barely edged out Rocco Mediate in sudden [...]
The Student’s Survival Guide to Applying to College: How to Stay Somewhat Sane During the College Process »
Katie Bruckmann
Class of 2010
As a senior at Walpole High start applying to college, you are probably getting extremely stressed out and do not know where to turn. You need not fear, however. Why, you ask? The answer is simple: The Student’s Survival Guide to Applying to College is here to help you retain at least [...]
Porkers take the field for consecutive rival showdowns »
By Julie Fortin
Class of 2010
Before playing each game, the Porkers reflect on their upcoming challenge, encourage each other, and intimidate the other team with their fight song. The girls sing the song at the conclusion of their pre-game huddle after warm-ups and the captain’s speeches. The Porkers sing out, “Oh when the Porkers take the [...]
A Silver Medal in South Africa »
To call the trip to South Africa an unforgettable experience is an understatement. Although some may find the flood of new culture to be jarring, I loved the fresh dose of interesting customs and most importantly: interesting and new horses. The South African Team from the SABAU was extremely hospitable and provided Team Morgan a [...]
Prom Dress-aholic »
Now that girls are starting to get their prom dresses, two thoughts are on all of their minds: How do I get the most original dress possible? How do I make sure that I have a different dress from everybody else’s? There are several solutions to this dilemma. The first is a group on [...]
How to afford a memorable prom »
It’s that time of year again…prom! In the months leading up to the big event, there is a lot of excitement and anticipation. In this bad economy, there is also a lot of concern over the expense of the prom, and all the preparation that it entails. It would not be a surprise to [...]
Sports Reporting 101: Experiences of a High School Journalist »
If you are a fan of any sport, you have probably at one time or another wondered what it’s like for reporters to cover sporting events. As a high school reporter, I have thought about this many times. I was lucky enough to get a media credential to this years Boston Indoor Games, a [...]