Richard Lippman (left) and Henry Stimpson, both of Wayland, take advantage of recent warmer weather with some cross-country skiing at Heard Farm. (Photo by Brad Spiegel)
Last of the skiing
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LIT assembly aims to unite Wayland High community
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Donations heartening, but more contributors needed
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Personnel Board reviews classification/compensation study
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