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An active U.S. army soldier committed suicide through a Tesla Cybertruck explosion
News & Features
Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside of Trump Hotel in an apparent suicide mission
January 15, 2025
Nikki Glaser, who's comedy career began decades ago, shined bright on the Golden Globes stage.
Arts & Culture
ARTS COMMENTARY: Nikki Glaser glows on Golden Globes stage
January 14, 2025
Firefighters try to contain Los Angeles wildfires as the flames destroy many structures.
News & Features
Uncontained Los Angeles wildfires devastate the county
January 10, 2025
Some may feel themselves getting into a slump during the winter months.
News & Features
Battling the Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder
January 6, 2025
There are many activities to do this winter season including exploring festive markets.
Arts & Culture
Wintertime activities can make the season more fun
January 6, 2025
HEAD TO HEAD: Real or fake Christmas trees?
Opinion
HEAD TO HEAD: Real or fake Christmas trees?
December 19, 2024
Sports editor Carly Levitt preps the Marching Band for their Media Day video spotlight.
[VIDEO] Fall Varsity Media Day 2024

Navigation: Cheer | Cross Country | Esports | Field Hockey | Football | Marching Band | Boys Soccer | Girls Soccer | Girls Tennis | Girls Volleyball Cheer Editor:...

AP Gov students sound off on the Electoral College
AP Gov students sound off on the Electoral College

Ed. note: The Wessex Wire worked with AP Government and Politics teacher Beth Vaknin to develop this special series of opinion essays with two...

New names join some familiar faces for new teachers & staff in 2024-25
New names join some familiar faces for new teachers & staff in 2024-25

Four new staff members join the West Essex community for the 2024-25 school year and are excited to connect with students and ensure a safe environment...

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Meet a Wire Staffer
Adelaide Minnella
Adelaide Minnella
Arts & Culture Editor

Adelaide Minnella, but you can call her Adie, is an Arts & Culture Editor for the 2024-2025 Wessex Wire. She loves field hockey, lacrosse, the seasons of summer and fall, baking, cooking, her favorite...

Sophia Rosen
Sophia Rosen
Managing Editor

Sophia Rosen is a Managing editor on the 2024-2025 Wessex Wire. In her freetime, she enjoys playing tennis and hanging out with her friends. Fun Fact: Her favorite ice cream flavor is rocky road.  

Brooke Kupferberg
Brooke Kupferberg
Editor-in-Chief

Brooke Kupferberg is the 2024-2025 Editor-in-Chief for The Wessex Wire. She enjoys listening to music, spending time with friends and family and taking naps. She also plays tennis for the school team and...