Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Here's a look at some of the most well-read Wayland Public Schools stories from the past year.
opening and various achievements announced. Check out some of the most-read headlines from the year. Community Discusses Options, Plans for Wayland Elementary Schools (Oct. 25, 2012) Wayland High Welcomes Students from Beijing (Sept. 29, 2012) Wayland High Faculty, Staff Train to Teach Rape, Aggression Defense (Sept. 5, 2012) Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Held at New Wayland High School (Aug. 31, 2912) Wayland High School Distributes Laptops for 1:1 Initiative (Aug. 22, 2012) School Committee: 'Excellent Job' by Superintendent in His First Year (Aug. 7, 2012)
Sunday, December 30, 2012
A look at some of the top Arts headlines from Wayland in 2012.
No doubt about it: Waylanders are a talented bunch. From acting, to writing, to drawing, to dancing, talent was in no short supply this year in Wayland. Wayland Resident Brings 'Marimba Magic' to Life (Video) (Feb. 6, 2012) A Fish Tale at the Wayland Transfer Station (July 9, 2012) Wayland Filmmaker's Work Coming to DVD, Netflix, Other Outlets (July 26, 2012) Award-Winning Illustrator Aims to 'Captivate' Children's Imaginations (Aug. 11, 2012) Local Author Talks Family, Movies and the 'Lemonade Mouth' Sequel (Oct. 20, 2012)
We're spending time this week looking back on some of the stories that impacted Wayland in 2012.
In 2012, Wayland lost some truly remarkable people who touched lives next door and lives around the state ... and even the country. In this edition of 2012 Reflections, we're looking back on the legacies of these special Waylanders that we lost too soon. We know a legacy will never take the place of the person, but it reminds us all of how wonderful it was to have known these people for even a few moments. - James "Jim" Griffin Principal Tutwiler: Comment on Death of Wayland High Counselor - Marina Keegan Wayland Resident's Life One of Passion, Caring and Humor - Eric Chase Team Eric a Success Because of Wayland's Generosity - Pam Washek Wayland Resident's Life One of Passion, Caring and Humor - John Turchinetz (Patch did not do a "legacy…
Friday, December 28, 2012
We're looking back on some of the more popular images from the year past.
We have to admit, Wayland, you submitted some pretty awesome photos this year. As we looke back through the best images on Wayland Patch in 2012, we realized that many of the best shots were added to the site not by Patch photographers, but by you, the readers, to our Pics & Clips Gallery. So we plucked five of our favorite images from the Pics and Clips Gallery and featured them in this edition of 2012 Reflections. Check out the beautiful images (add your own to the gallery) and tell us which you like best in the comments section below. Most importantly, thanks to everyone who submitted images this year and we can't wait to see what your camera lenses will find in 2013.
Thursday, December 27, 2012
From ammo in the walls to a miraculous rescue after a tree fell on a car, the Wayland Fire and Wayland Police departments were busy this year with a variety of calls.
In Wayland, the weekly police and fire logs are always popular with readers, but for this 2012 Reflections piece, we're taking a look back at some of the more unusual police and fire stories from the year. Think outside the police/fire log box. Marine Presents Wayland Fire With American Flag Flown in Combat (Nov. 19, 2012) Woman Pinned in Car Thanks 'Heroes' in Wayland Fire Department (Oct. 2, 2012) New Owners Find Gun, Ammo in the Walls of Home Once Occupied by Killer (Aug. 23, 2012) Patrons Evacuated, Firefighter Injured in Coach Grill Fire (July 30, 2012) Mannequin Down! Local Display Triggers False Alarm (April 13, 2012) Fire Chief Looks Forward, Back on Eve of Retirement (Feb. 21, 2012)
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
We're spending time this week looking back on some of the stories that impacted Wayland in 2012.
It's tough to pick just one story from among the business topics that made news in Wayland this year, so we simply selected the top five business headlines based on readership numbers since they published. Check out the headlines below, but don't be afraid to search the New archive for more on each topic. Stop & Shop Announces Opening Date, Manager, Hiring Details (Oct. 18, 2012) Frozen Yogurt Innovations Opens in Wayland (May 16, 2012) Finnerty's Site Developers Discuss Plans with Design Review Board (July 16, 2012) Veteran Restaurateurs Excited to Bring Their Vision to Finnerty's Site (Oct. 29, 2012) Local Family Excited to Bring Dessert to Wayland Town Center (Oct. 22, 2012)
Tuesday, December 25, 2012
We're spending time this week looking back on some of the stories that impacted Wayland in 2012.
Waylanders definitely know how to help out when someone is in need, and 2012 was a year of plenty of need. Luckily, Wayland stepped up to help out in some big ways. Check out these "Volunteers in the News" headlines. PHOTOS: Hurricane Sandy Donations Leave Wayland for Breezy Point (Nov. 13, 2012) Upcoming Yogathon Geared Toward Helping Kids Help Kids (Nov. 9, 2012) Claypit Garden Plays Integral Role in School-Wide Service Day (Oct. 23, 2012) Wayland Mom Joins Her Own Mom and Sister for MS Walk (Sept. 4, 2012) PHOTOS: Supporters, Survivors Walk in Weston-Wayland Relay for Life (May 13, 2012)
