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Mary Woytowicz and Sawyer Lisowski, both sophomores, are among the students choosing to wear or not wear masks as the rule becomes optional.

On March 13th, 2020, Minnechaug closed its doors to students and teachers following the end of the school day for the remaining three months of the school year. On March 7th, 2022,...
‘Chaug’s World Care Club is working with the cafeteria to have more plant-based options for students. “I would definitely try out all of the vegan options if there were...

After seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases after winter break, Hampden-Wilbraham school officials have started a new initiative to reduce the number of students and staff infected...

Minnechaug wrestler Gianna Daniele’s formula for success is simple: hard work, perseverance and then a lot more hard work. With that formula in mind, it is no surprise the female...


Can't Take That Away by Steven Salvatore is a realistic fiction novel that focuses on the character Carey, a gender fluid teen who is struggling to discover their voice as they make their way in high school. We follow Carey as...
In this episode of TenTalk, Dr. Bill Bontempi talked with The Smoke Signal about why he is running for the Hampden Wilbraham Regional School...
Dear Smoke Signal Readers, I have been a part of the Smoke Signal for the past two years. During this time, Smoke Signal has gone completely...
Would you like to have more representation for the school district than ever before? Well, I can tell you that this possibility might soon become...
The Above the Influence Club is hosting a “Good To Go” Drive from March 14 to March 18 to collect supplies for those in need....

Heads up to all readers! Wilbraham Public Library is bringing back their teen book club. This club is open to Grades 8-12 and will meet once...

Minnechaug wrestler Gianna Daniele’s formula for success is simple: hard work, perseverance and then a lot more hard work. With that formula in mind, it is no surprise the female...


When Emily Carlson was a child, her family called themselves the “Disney Family”. Then, Carlson, who teaches English Language Arts at Minnechaug, met her husband who also grew...


Can't Take That Away by Steven Salvatore is a realistic fiction novel that focuses on the character Carey, a gender fluid teen who is struggling...

The New Year: a symbol of change, ambition, and optimism for the upcoming 365 days of 2022. While many tend to seize the transition...


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The New Year: a symbol of change, ambition, and optimism for the upcoming 365 days of 2022. While many tend to seize the transition...