Stimulus checks not enough to support Americans through COVID-19 crisis
New York City, the proclaimed “city that never sleeps,” is quieter than ever before. In a dystopic change to New York residents’ lives, publicly standing…
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Price gouging: the greedy strike in our time of need
In the midst of the coronavirus epidemic rocking the world to its core, people are finding it increasingly difficult to find the products they need….
Online classes beneficial for students
Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, Connecticut has shut down all schools. Everyone is told to stay home and not get in contact with anyone else…
Professional sports and American culture
Bottom Line: The growth of professional sports is putting undue pressure, both physical and psychological, on students. Unlike in any other country in the world,…
The downfall of cable television
Cable television is dying. According to mediakix.com, America’s largest cable TV providers of the United States cable industry lost around 410,000 subscribers during the first…
Block scheduling already failing students
In the past, The Westword Online has refrained from posting editorials online. However, next year’s schedule has been frequently discussed among the Westhill population as…
The need for parental leave during pregnancy
As our world continues to progress, many people, especially women, have been fighting for equal gender rights in terms of reproductive care. Many citizens believe…
Colleges should adopt test-optional policies
As the college application season proceeds, many students are required to submit SAT or ACT scores to the schools they wish to apply to as…
Column: Franki and Maddie Try to Change the World
For our first piece, we wanted to focus on recent climate legislation action and protests. Students across the globe skipped school on Friday, September 20…
The difficulty of starting a club
From debate to skiing, and microloans to fashion, Westhill High School offers a wide range of extracurricular activities. Any student can go to the school’s…