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By Stephanie Freda, Apprentice Editor
May 17, 2019
GRADE: A Marvel fans will be happy to call “Avengers: Endgame” a cinematic masterpiece. Watching beloved superheroes come together to fight one more epic battle perfectly...
May 16, 2019
May 1 has become a well known day where seniors across America flaunt their college decision. The Wire decided to capture this moment for West Essex's Class of 2019. Staff...
By Chris Rysz, Opinion Editor
May 16, 2019
If it wasn't already obvious, living in New Jersey isn't very friendly to any taxpayer’s wallet. Many New Jerseyans don't enjoy the fact that they cough up some of the...
By Ava DiGiacomo, News Editor
May 16, 2019
The New Jersey Student Learning Assessment is replacing the infamous PARCC test and West Essex students do not know what to expect as May 20 rolls around, marking the start...
By Lucia Campiglia, Staff Writer
May 16, 2019
Many members of the Class of 2019 are leaving school for Senior Service on Friday, May 17, making this their last week of high school period. We asked them: How's it feel? “It’s...
By Denise Domerstad, Staff Writer
May 16, 2019
“Power Mechanics because it’s a lot of hands-on building, which is fun.” --Noah Rombough '19 “I recommend people take Food...
May 1 has become a well known day where seniors across America flaunt their college decision. The Wire decided to capture this moment for West Essex's...
West Essex students volunteer their time and their blood at the Red Cross Blood Drive, held in the back gym on April 17, 2019.
By Lucia Campiglia, Staff Writer
May 9, 2019
Many fans of Masquers of West Essex's production of “Grease” will recall swaggering, slicked-back tough guy Danny Zuko, who commanded...
By Giuliana Calix, Arts & Culture Editor
May 9, 2019
The annual West Essex Art Show presented a gallery of the students’ best work from this past school year on May 2. The exhibition...
Recent News Stories
By Ciara Morrissey, Sports Editor
As the second half of the intense spring sports season kicks into gear, West Essex Varsity Golf is rolling into the postseason with...
By Garrett Kessler, Sports Editor
The New York Giants drafted Duke University quarterback Daniel Jones with the 6th overall pick in the NFL draft on April 25, and Giants...
Recent Sports Stories
- West Essex defeats Caldwell in first annual Pancake Cup
- Home field advantage: Sports’ most believed phenomenon
- Capra ends last fencing year on top
By Chase Morrone, Opinion Editor
May 16, 2019
With the end of the year soon approaching, rising high school students are planning what out-of-class activities to participate in for next year. Posters will be hung up all...
By Taylor Sindle, Correspondent
April 15, 2019
From a young age, people are taught about recycling and the ways that communities can come together to help save the planet. Posters hang up in schools, recycling bins are...
Recent Opinion Stories
By Genevieve Gustafson, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
Awful person, exceptional artist. This seems to be a common theme recently brought to the forefront of the entertainment industry. The 2019 releases of documentaries Leaving...
By Candace Ortman, Arts & Culture Editor
May 15, 2019
The pink carpet at the annual Met Gala was flooded with lots of feathers, crazy hair and some truly campy outfits. On May 6, Hollywood’s hottest names showed up for the...
Recent Arts & Culture Stories
Summer plans: Books or the beach?
May 8, 2019
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May 8, 2019
Cooking Spotlight: Baking in the Making
April 9, 2019
Opinion Editor
Monica Barker is an Opinion Editor for The Wessex Wire. She is often caught cruising around town in her car or shopping with Megan. She is a competitive dancer since the age of six and loves spending time...
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Frankie Rizzo is the Sports Editor of the Wessex Wire. Frank enjoys playing football, wrestling, playing Xbox, driving his car "The Green Goblin," and watching The Office. Fun Fact: His ...