Youth environmental activism is making global headlines. From staying out of school on Fridays to protest inaction by elected officials to massive climate strikes across the world, young people are doing their part to raise awareness and make changes to address the climate crisis. On a local level, several...

His signature beard, his appreciation for Crocs, and his dedication to photographing school events for the yearbook are known across the school.   His enthusiasm for West Side history is legendary. Mr. Bernard’s reputation precedes him. The self-appointed “institutional historian” is also the...

This year, one of the top golf players was not only a freshman but was the only female on the team. Olivia Pace has been playing golf since the age of seven. In her first year on the team, she had the privilege of learning and experiencing many new aspects of the game of golf, such as making new friends...

When e-cigarettes first came out, they were marketed as a safe alternative for adult smokers. Then, the products became popular among young people, prompting warnings about a new generation hooked on nicotine. Even though the full health impacts weren’t known, young people continued to use vaping...

Girls soccer at West Side is entering this year having won three consecutive Western Mass titles. Seniors are entering their final year of high school soccer, and are on the road to becoming four-time Western Mass winners. Their team is led by four senior captains; Lauren Bolduc, Kate Bailey, Mckenzie...