June 26, 2025
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Clinton, Westbrook, & Old Saybrook Vol. XXVIII Iss. 26
OSHS Class of 2025 Celebrates Graduation By Eric O'Connell Staff Writer
On a sunny but breezy June 16 evening, the Old Saybrook High School Class of 2025 gathered one final time as students to celebrate their graduation and cross the stage to receive their diplomas. Wearing caps and gowns, the graduates
took their seats on the field behind the school for one last round of speeches before officially saying goodbye. Principal Joseph Anastasio and Associate Principal David Plotkin opened the ceremony with remarks about the class’s spirit and sense of connection—through music in particular. The Class of 2025 was among the few to have a live band at prom, and that,
they said, was fitting. With references to classic songs woven throughout their joint speech, they encouraged students to live in the moment and draw strength from their memories. “Though I know I’ll never lose affection for people and things that went before, I know See OSHS page 10
Dancing in the Street Abby Colella, in a yellow hat, dances with friend Alissa Soup as the band Sugar performs on the main stage during the 3rd Annual Celebrate Saybrook Street Party on June 22. The event featured live music, food, craft beer, vendors, and family-friendly entertainment, and was sponsored by FTD.
Photo by Wesley Bunnell/ Harbor News
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